The unusual shape and bright color of yellow crookneck squash make it a standout among summertime vegetables. Like its summer squash counterparts, zucchini and straightneck yellow squash, yellow crookneck is a low-calorie star, with about 20 calories per cup.
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A Chioggia beet, cut through the center, reveals a pattern of concentric light-red and white rings. The novel color combination and sweet taste of Chioggias makes this heirloom beet a favorite for salads and side dishes that even picky eaters can appreciate.
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When the bounty of fresh-picked tomatoes overflows in late summer, a quick solution is to put all the extras in the freezer. This home preservation method simply requires rinsing, cutting out the cores and setting the tomatoes on a pan to freeze individually.
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Meatier, wider and less cylindrical than ordinary green beans, Romano beans are often referred to by the humble descriptor, “flat beans.” In some regions, they're also called Italian beans. Like green beans, crispy fresh flat beans can simply be steamed or microwaved until they're tender.
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In the course of pregnancy, most women experience nausea and vomiting regularly. Herbal preparations such as ginger tea may help you to relieve morning sickness symptoms, although evidence that they work is "limited and not consistent," according to a 2010 review of ginger studies published in "
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Vitamin D is an essential fat-soluble vitamin that helps the body to metabolize calcium. Humans synthesize vitamin D by exposing the skin to the sun’s ultraviolet-B radiations, or by obtaining it from the diet. Unlike water-soluble vitamins, excess fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the liver and fatty tissue.
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Beetroot juice is rich in many nutrients such as nitrate, folic acid, manganese and potassium. Drinking beetroot juice can offer you several health benefits including reduced blood pressure, increased blood flow and improved stamina. You can prepare beetroot juice at home.
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Finding lumpy, protruding eyes on your potatoes can be disconcerting. The smooth, firm potatoes you brought home from the supermarket have started to sprout, and now have white, green, or purple protuberances marring their surfaces. The eyes are sprouts that can be planted to grow potato plants.
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Broiling is a convenient and quick way to prepare ribs. The high heat of a broiler leaves little room for error, however, even the thickest ribs can dry out quickly at such a high temperature. The key to broiling succulent ribs is monitoring the meat closely to ensure that you do not overcook it.
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Fire-roasted jalapeños have a complex, smoky taste that enhances salsa and other dishes with a richer flavor than raw jalapeños. Grilling jalapeño peppers instead of frying them is also a healthier, more piquant way to prepare a classic appetizer. A little preparation goes a long way when cooking with jalapeños.
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Red snapper is a wise choice when grilling fish, especially if you have seafood enthusiasts as well as picky eaters to satisfy. Snapper’s firm flesh and broad fillets enable you to use various seasoning and grilling techniques, which should pique the interest of fish fanatics.
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For most diners, there’s no harm in indulging in french fries occasionally. Certain techniques and ingredients can even give the fried treat some nutritional value, like cooking them with heart-healthy olive oil.
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Sirloin roasts are comparatively lean, tender, flavorful and cost-effective cuts of beef -- an ideal cut for traditional pot roast. Since they are tender, they benefit from dry-heat cooking methods such as oven-roasting and grilling.
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Shrimp are relatively delicate, and it is easy to overcook them, rendering the bite-sized shellfish tough and chewy. It is possible to sauté cooked shrimp without ruining their texture, but you must be thoughtful about how you approach the task. Ultimately, you are re-heating the shrimp rather than cooking them again.
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One cannot justifiably say that drinking water with meals makes you fat. Water has zero calories. There is a bigger picture. Over time, improper combinations of foods and drinks can have an effect on your body's responses to weight loss because of the effect it has on detoxification.
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Brown gravy beef stew is a rich, hearty dish perfect for any night of the week. Big chunks of beef simmer in thick gravy with plenty of vegetables to create a decadent meal in a bowl.
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USDA guidelines recommend thawing meat products in the refrigerator or cold water to prevent foodborne illnesses. But when you're short on time, go ahead and cook chicken straight from the freezer.
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Yogurt is a tasty, healthy snack or breakfast food, but it can be rather boring and bland, especially if it's plain or vanilla. The trick to making yogurt tastier and more substantial without losing the health benefits is to mix in foods that add flavor and texture.
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The backstrap off a deer is similar to filet mignon, according to Harry E. Moran II of the West Virginia Trophy Hunters Association, because it is tender, healthy and delicious. If you enjoy the taste of venison, you will probably devour backstrap.
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Tiny, black and round, beluga lentils are named for the caviar they resemble. In addition to their striking appearance, beluga lentils hold their shape well during cooking, unlike other lentils that tend to become mushy.
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