When we think of Medieval food we tend to think of bland foods such as porridge and gruel and turnips, lots of turnips, all washed down with plenty of ale or mead. And whilst this image is, to an extent, correct a lot of what we envisage is influenced by the movies.
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Thanks Giving Dinner Recipes
November 20th, 2008
Published in Recipes
Thanksgiving features food. It’s a celebration of the Pilgrim’s early successes in America, won through hard work to tame the land in what was for them a new world. It’s a pretty standard menu. Turkey, sometimes ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, rolls or bread, pumpkin pie and apple pie, and a variety of other trimmings adorn the holiday table.
Nuts and Nut-based Recipes
November 20th, 2008
Published in Recipes
Today we tend to use nuts either as a snack or as a flavouring and we forget just how important various nuts were to our ancestors. For European hunter-gatherer the autumnal nut harvest was critical in that it provided them with protein, fats and carbohydrates in the diet.
Cooking Armadillo
November 20th, 2008
Published in Recipes
Imagine cooking armadillo for supper one night. The armadillo is the anarmor-covered mammal indigenous to the southwestern United States and South America. You’ll find the larger armadillos come from South America.
Christmas Dinner - A Healthy Tradition
November 19th, 2008
Published in Cooking
Christmas dinner isn’t just a great tradition, it’s full of nutrients and it’s actually good for you. So don’t feel guilty, get stuck in!
Turkey
Having turkey at Christmas is great as it is naturally low in fat, so you’re off to a good start if you’ve chosen this for the big day.
Your Guide and Recipe for Perfect Christmas Turkey
November 19th, 2008
Is this the first time you’ve cooked a Christmas turkey? Or maybe you’re just tired of the same old Christmas recipies and want to try something different. Either way this article will help you cook the perfect turkey this Christmas.
Gourmet Sicilian Sausage
November 19th, 2008
Published in Cooking
If you’re against buying processed meat, or are tired of using the same old ready-made sausages, that often don’t yield the flavor you desire, you should consider making your own Gourmet Sausages for grilling.
Contrary to what you might think, making Gourmet Sausages is not a very difficult or expensive process at all. The ingredients and equipment you’ll need for this are quite easily available.
Different Types Of Baking
November 13th, 2008
Published in Baking
The summer is a great time of year for baking. The natural response to the warmer weather would be to enjoy the outdoors rather than baking in your kitchen, but it is quite the opposite. Although you are working in the heat of the oven
Kare Kare - Recipe of the Traditional Philippines Stew
November 13th, 2008
Published in International Cuisine, Recipes
Kare Kare is a famous Philippines stew made from peanut sause and vegetables alongwith beef and oxtail. There are many stories associated with the origin of this filipino dish. One of the stories is that this dish is originated from Pampangna.
Treat your Guests with Pistachio Christmas Cake
November 9th, 2008
Here is the delicious recipe our family is using for preparing pistachio cakes for Christmas. Its an old recipe which make our family and relative thrilled. I am copying this recipes for you all to treat your family members, relatives, friends and guest with this delicious pistachio cakes on this Christmas.
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