Tubular Vermicelli Soup

We saw a package of "tubular vermicelli" at our local Asian Mart, and as with anything that looked authentic to us, we bought it without really thinking what it was. Upon doing a little bit of research, I was convinced that "tubular vermicelli"...

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Banana-Chocolate Smoothie

I noticed that I haven't posted a drink recipe, so I am posting my favorite quick fix - Banana Chocolate Smoothie.What you need:1 banana6 ice cubes1/3 cup of milk3 tbsp. of Nesquik1 tbsp. of Karo syrupWhat to do:Cut banana into thin slices...

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Test Your Culinary Acumen!

Try this quiz that I made for you! (Don't forget to click the "View Answer" link to see explanations for your answers!)Test Your Culinary Acumen! » Quiz Scho...

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Only in Florida

I have seen a lot of these signs in Tennessee:And a lot of these in Virginia:But this, I have only seen here in Florid...

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Product Review: Ben & Jerry's Creme Brulee

I am slowly making my way to trying all of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream flavors, but I think I stumbled on a gold mine here! My new favorite from Ben & Jerry's is Creme Brulee (Phish Food is a close second).Creme Brulee is custard ice cream...

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Plush Gang Funnies

The cat likes to read before bedtime. (Note the red dragon creeping from the corner) ;...

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Ginger Chicken Stir Fry

Stir-Fry is a perennial favorite in our household. It's easy to make, you can use a variety of ingredients, and it is very healthy for you. With all its different colors and flavors, it is very appealing to the eyes and the tummy!What you...

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45-Second Dessert

Inspired by Sandra Lee's "Semi-Home Made" cooking, son and I decided to make a dessert that would be easy enough for him to create, and would satisfy our sweet tooth in the shortest time possible. After rummaging through the fridge, this...

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Sweet and Sour Pork Meatballs

Ground pork is a "hit or miss" item in our local grocery store. Most of the time, all they have available is ground beef, so we either stock up when we see it on the shelves, or ask our butcher to grind some for us. I could have used ground...

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Best Ribs Ever!

This is probably the best home-cooked ribs ever! My cousin gave me this recipe, and since I tasted it, I never saw ribs the same way again. They are so tender that the bones literally fall off the meat. Tender enough that you can even eat...

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Product Review: Simply Cookies

There is probably no other product most befitting of the name "Simply." This cookie is a no fuss, no frill, pure fun treat! No artificial flavors, colors or preservatives. "Simply" brought me back to the time when my grandma used to bake cookies...

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