Top 10 Probiotic Foods to Add to Your Diet What are Probiotics? Probiotics are beneficial forms of gut bacteria that help stimulate the natural digestive juices and enzymes that keep our digestive organs functioning properly. In addition to taking a probiotic supplement, you can also eat probiotic foods that are a host to these live bacterium. We all know of the great health benefits of probiotics, however, not all of us know how to take advantage of these health benefits. Below is a list I put together to outline the best probiotic foods for you to add to your diet. I would also recommend buying the organic version of all these probiotic-rich foods. Probiotic Foods to Add to Your Diet 1. One of the best probiotic foods is live-cultured yogurt, especially handmade. 2. Similar to yogurt, this fermented dairy product is a unique combination of goat’s milk and fermented kefir grains. 3. 4. Probiotics can be added to high-quality dark chocolate, up to four times the amount of probiotics as many forms of dairy. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. - Dr.
Alternate Sleep Cycles Most people only think that there is one way to sleep: Go to sleep at night for 6-8 hours, wake up in the morning, stay awake for 16-18 hours and then repeat. Actually, that is called a monophasic sleep cycle, which is only 1 of 5 major sleep cycles that have been used successfully throughout history. The other 4 are considered polyphasic sleep cycles due to the multiple number of naps they require each day. Well the most important of every sleep cycle is the Stage 4 REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, which has been shown to provide the benefits of sleep to the brain above all other stages of sleep. This way, you still get the benefits of 8 hours of sleep without wasting all of the time it takes to get to REM cycles, resulting in a much more efficient sleep cycle. Uberman Cycle: 20 to 30 minute naps every 4 hours, resulting in 6 naps each day. Everyman Cycle: One longer “core” nap that is supplemented with several 20-30 minute naps. Dymaxion Cycle: Biphasic/Siesta Cycle: – Hang in there.
Cheesy Florentine Biscuit Cups March 22, 2011 1:37 pm · Posted by Lauren G I looove refrigerated Pillsbury biscuits, mostly because I like popping open the can, but they're also delicious and easy to make. I wanted something different than just your everyday biscuit, so I looked up some recipes on the Pillsbury website. I had most of the ingredients on hand (with a few substitutions) so I chose this one. 2 tablespoons unsalted or salted butter 1 box (9 oz) frozen chopped spinach 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 can (16.3 oz) Pillsbury® Grands! 4 oz thick-cut slices Canadian bacon, cut into 1/4-inch cubes (I used ham lunchmeat) 4 eggs 2 cups shredded mild Cheddar cheese (8 oz) Heat oven to 350°F. In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Separate dough into 12 biscuits by peeling apart the layers. Break eggs into bowl and beat with a fork to mix whites and yolks evenly. Bake 15-20 minutes or centers feel firm when touched and biscuits are golden brown.
Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe - Anchor Bar Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe - Buffalo Chicken Wings This is the original spicy Buffalo chicken wings recipe from the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, NY. You can adjust the heat by adding more or less cayenne and Tabasco. There are many Buffalo chicken wing recipes out there, but if you want to taste the "real" thing give this a try. The chicken wings are deep-fried in the original recipe, but the hot oven works fine for the home version. Makes 6 Servings of Buffalo Chicken Wings (6 per person) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Ingredients: 36 chicken wing pieces (one wing makes 2 pieces - the "flat" and the "drum")1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 tsp salt1 cup all-purpose flour1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce1/4 teaspoon salt6 tablespoons Louisiana hot sauce (Frank's is the brand used in Buffalo)6 tablespoons unsalted butter or margarinecelery sticksblue cheese dressing Preparation: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Cooking on a Himalayan Salt?Plate How would you like a piece of cookware that is 300 million years old? These Himalayan Salt Plates are cut from ancient salt deposits and are considered the purest form of salt. They are becoming very popular right now to cook on and for good reason - they impart a rich flavor to anything you cook on them and not just a salty flavor. The plates contain mineral deposits that add a richness that you can't get with just salt. There are a few ways you can use your salt plates. Cooking asparagus, thinly sliced beef and snap peas On a trip to Oregon last year, I stopped by The Meadow and picked up a salt plate from Mark Bitterman. Salt Plates at The Meadow in Portland, Oregon I have cooked several things on my salt plate and the possibilities are endless. Mozarella slices with a little olive oil and basil leaves When preparing food for cooking on the salt plate, don't even season it. Remember that the more moist the food is, the more salty the food will become. Have fun!
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Korean Cooking 101 I was asked to do a run down of the most used Korean ingredients, so I thought I would oblige. There were a few items that I just realized that I didn't take a picture of, but I'll add them later when I get the chance. I'm sure you've noticed by now that the MOST important items (at least on this blog) are the following... Gook Ganjang - If you can see on the bottom it says "Traditional Korean Soy Sauce (for soup)" and that's the best description of it. It's basically a light soy sauce that is used to flavor broth. You should most definitely buy a Korean brand because it is very different from other “light” soy sauces that might be out there. Sesame oil - I just buy whatever is on sale. Dwen jang - aka soy bean paste is used for a lot of different types of soups. Gochu jang - aka red pepper paste (on this blog) - aka hot bean paste is exactly that. This is what I refer to as “cooking wine” on my blog – I tend to buy whatever is on sale because to me, they all taste the same. Corn Syrup
Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie Baked in a Skillet - Recipe You’ve had milk. You’ve had cookies. You’ve probably even had milk and cookies together. But I’ll bet you’ve never had milk and cookies like this. Allow me to introduce you to the skillet Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie Cookie, also known as My New Best Friend. Skillet Cookie Recipeyield: 8-12 cookie slices or one big ole cookie for a big appetite! Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 3/4 tsp salt 3/4 cup (6 oz) butter, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 large egg, room temperature 2 tsp vanilla extract 1.5 cups chocolate chips1.5 cups chopped walnuts or pecansvanilla ice cream, to serve (optional) Oh yes! Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Place the softened butter and the two sugars in a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer. Scrape down the paddle and the sides and bottom of the bowl, then add the egg and vanilla extract. Add those dry ingredients you mixed earlier, and turn the mixer to low speed.
The best spanish sangria recipe! As is the case with so many Spanish specialties, there is no fixed sangria recipe. It consists of 'a little bit of this, a little bit of that', and whatever fruits happen to be in the kitchen. That said, at spain-recipes.com we're offering some blueprints for exciting variations on this drink. Feel free to add other ingredients to taste. Because the success of any mixture will depend on the quality of these ingredients, it is crucial always to use good red wine, fresh fruit and flavorful juice. Sangría must always be served ice-cold. If you want to enjoy the real spanish fiesta spirit, don't miss our selection! Basic Sangria: A very simple, basic sangria recipe. Strong Sangria: For those who like their liquor strong, this powerful sangria recipe aims to please. White Sangria: Bursting with sparkling flavor, this clean version of sangría is unique in its use of ice cubes made from apple juice. Fruity Sangria: This simple sangria requires some patience, but minimal effort.
Ramen Hacks: 30+ Easy Ways to Upgrade Your Instant Noodles SLIDESHOW: Ramen Hacks: 30+ Easy Ways to Upgrade Your Instant Noodles [Photographs: J. Kenji Lopez-Alt] Ramen in the U.S. has come a long way. Once known only in its 10-for-a-dollar instant-lunch form—a staple of offices and dorm rooms all around the '80s and '90s—high-end real ramen shops are springing up left and right on both coasts and everywhere in between. That said, my tastes have changed and expanded considerably over the years, and sometimes that little flavoring packet just isn't enough. As a card-carrying member of the Ramen Transmogrification Society of Greater New York,* it is my duty, my honor, and my privilege to share with you some of our methods and recipes. For full, step-by-step instructions on any of these dishes, please click through the slideshow above. * Our membership is pretty thin right now—care to join? Simple Add-ins Mix-ins. The easiest way to quickly upgrade a bowl of instant noodles is with ingredients that require no extra cooking. Vegetation Spinach. Eggs