Sunday, December 8, 2013
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www.psychcentral.com
www.sodahead.com
www.yahooanswers.com
www.psychologytools.com
www.getselfhelp.co.uk
www.psychcentral.com
www.sodahead.com
www.yahooanswers.com
www.psychologytools.com
www.getselfhelp.co.uk
recipe
Jane's Vegetarian Chili
Randy Mayor
Boasting less than 300 calories and almost 15 grams of fiber per bowl, this hearty chili skips the ground beef and uses chickpeas, black beans, kidney...more
Yield: 8 servings (serving size: 1 1/2 cups soup)
Recipe from
More From Cooking Light
Nutritional Information
Amount per serving
- Calories: 276
- Calories from fat: 11%
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated fat: 0.3g
- Monounsaturated fat: 1.3g
- Polyunsaturated fat: 1g
- Protein: 12.7g
- Carbohydrate: 49.7g
- Fiber: 14.7g
- Cholesterol: 0.0mg
- Iron: 4.2mg
- Sodium: 587mg
- Calcium: 107mg
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil $
- 2 cups chopped onion $
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups water, divided
- 2 tablespoons sugar $
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15 1/2-ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained $
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained $
- 1 (16-ounce) can cannellini beans or other white beans, rinsed and drained $
- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces) reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese, (optional) $
Preparation
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté 3 minutes or until tender. Add 3 cups water and next 8 ingredients (through cannellini beans), stirring to combine.
- Combine remaining cup of water and tomato paste in a bowl, stirring with a whisk until blended. Stir tomato paste mixture into bean mixture. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Ladle soup into bowls. Top with cheese, if desired.
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Monday, December 2, 2013
coffee
Coffee machines at home � are they a waste of time?
by: Gareth Hoyle
Once a status symbol for the ultra-glam; now a commonplace household appliance - coffee machines have slowly crept their way into kitchens around the world. With over 400 million cups consumed per year in the United States alone*, it is unsurprising that many enthusiasts are attempting to recreate their favourite brew at home - but are the benefits of owning a machine enough to ensure their regular use?
Avoiding the dusty appliance shelf
Owning a coffee machine has many advantages � many of which are wasted in a lazy or overly busy household. Preparation and/or brewing time should be taken into account prior to purchase, as these can vary considerably depending on the type of machine being used. Traditional espresso machines requiring filter coffee are much more �hands-on� than their automatic capsule-powered counterparts, and generally require more effort to use and maintain (although the quality is arguably higher). Adequate care must also be taken to clean the machine and equipment after use, as the quality of each cup decreases noticeably without regular cleaning.
Changing daily habits
Making caf�-quality coffee at home is easy if it becomes a habit. However, for those who race out the door in the morning, grabbing a cappuccino on the way to work is often considered something of a ritual. For the time-poor, simply turning on the coffee machine before showering can save a few precious minutes in the morning. Alternatively, the time saved from not needing to queue at a caf� can be better used making a cheaper � yet equally invigorating � latte at home.
Practice makes perfect
A common complaint for new owners of coffee machines is that their coffee never turns out the same as a brew from their local caf�. This can happen because of a number of factors, including the type of machine used, the type of coffee, and the cleanliness of the machine. Capsule machines for example, can be quite limited, and will maintain a similar taste throughout the life of the machine. However, in some cases this problem can be attributed to an inexperienced barista. Coffee-making is regarded as an art by many, but it is a skill that almost anyone can learn with a little practice � and once learned, it is an enviable asset when entertaining guests.
by: Gareth Hoyle
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Once a status symbol for the ultra-glam; now a commonplace household appliance - coffee machines have slowly crept their way into kitchens around the world. With over 400 million cups consumed per year in the United States alone*, it is unsurprising that many enthusiasts are attempting to recreate their favourite brew at home - but are the benefits of owning a machine enough to ensure their regular use?
Avoiding the dusty appliance shelf
Owning a coffee machine has many advantages � many of which are wasted in a lazy or overly busy household. Preparation and/or brewing time should be taken into account prior to purchase, as these can vary considerably depending on the type of machine being used. Traditional espresso machines requiring filter coffee are much more �hands-on� than their automatic capsule-powered counterparts, and generally require more effort to use and maintain (although the quality is arguably higher). Adequate care must also be taken to clean the machine and equipment after use, as the quality of each cup decreases noticeably without regular cleaning.
Changing daily habits
Making caf�-quality coffee at home is easy if it becomes a habit. However, for those who race out the door in the morning, grabbing a cappuccino on the way to work is often considered something of a ritual. For the time-poor, simply turning on the coffee machine before showering can save a few precious minutes in the morning. Alternatively, the time saved from not needing to queue at a caf� can be better used making a cheaper � yet equally invigorating � latte at home.
Practice makes perfect
A common complaint for new owners of coffee machines is that their coffee never turns out the same as a brew from their local caf�. This can happen because of a number of factors, including the type of machine used, the type of coffee, and the cleanliness of the machine. Capsule machines for example, can be quite limited, and will maintain a similar taste throughout the life of the machine. However, in some cases this problem can be attributed to an inexperienced barista. Coffee-making is regarded as an art by many, but it is a skill that almost anyone can learn with a little practice � and once learned, it is an enviable asset when entertaining guests.
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About The Author
At-home
coffee machines are perfect for entertaining friends and family,
allowing you to recreate a caf�-style atmosphere in the comfort of your
home.
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Wednesday, November 27, 2013
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