Cilantro features distinctive, jagged leaves and a strong flavor that is often present in Mexican dishes, but the fresh herb pairs well with a variety of foods. Try cilantro in soups, on sandwiches, in sauces and in your casseroles. Growing your own cilantro gives you constant access to fresh leaves.
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The shape of a wok pan allows the food to cook quickly over high heat without burning. Shrimp cooks in only a few minutes in a hot wok. The wok is most often used to make stir-fry dishes, but you also can cook shrimp by itself or lightly flavored with your favorite sauce.
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Grilled asparagus adds flavor to the vegetable that you can't get indoors. The resulting asparagus makes a much more appealing side dish than the mushy asparagus that often comes from steaming the vegetable.
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In good weather, children head outside to play, and almost all of them enjoy playing with a ball -- for a while. When children get bored with kicking or tossing the ball, you can teach them some organized games. Many games are easy to adapt, depending on the balls you have available.
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Treadmills fill gyms and can offer a workout option in your own home. The machines feature a moving belt as a running surface and come in both manual and motorized models. Treadmills work for all fitness levels because of the user's ability to adjust the speed and incline of the platform.
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A full day of sitting at a desk can leave you feeling tight and sore, particularly in your leg area. Simple leg exercises you can do at your desk wake up the muscles and keep them active throughout the day. Your legs also benefit from increased flexibility and improved strength.
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An exercise session in the morning before you head to school gets your heart pumping and can provide an energy boost. It may give you more motivation to tackle your day of classes, and the thought of exercising will not longer be looming over you all day.
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Running causes aches and pains ranging from minor to severe. Much of the pain comes from pushing yourself further than what's comfortable for you, which often results in sore muscles, joint discomfort, shin splints and side aches. These discomforts usually cause runners to slow down or cut the workout short.
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The gym gives you access to exercise equipment, classes and other facilities to complete your workout. The best time to hit the gym depends on various factors, including your personal preference and schedule.
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Chafing occurs with friction against the skin and causes uncomfortable irritation on the skin. A triathlon increases the risk of chafing because of the sweat and moisture generated during the race. The biking portion of the race leaves you exposed to chafing where the bike saddle rubs against your legs.
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Following a specific routine before you head out to jog each time keeps you safe and reduces your risk of injury. Jogging when unprepared may make you more susceptible to environmental threats, such as inclement weather or people who present a threat to your safety.
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A diet high in fiber improves digestion and bowel movement regularity, according to the Harvard School of Public Health. A daily intake of 21 to 25 grams for women and 30 to 38 grams for men is recommended. Whole grains, legumes, fruit and vegetables provide fiber in a well-balanced diet.
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Paraffin wax is commonly used in candles, but soy candles are another option on the market. While soy candles look and smell similar to their paraffin counterparts, they offer distinct advantages. Not all soy candles are created the same way, however.
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Cakes usually rise more in the middle, creating a dome to the cake. Cracking is also a problem for some bakers. While you can cut off the domed, cracked area of the cake, steps you take during the mixing and preparation phase reduce or eliminate the concern.
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A microwave produces a baked potato in the fraction of the time it takes to bake one from start to finish. One drawback to microwave cooking is that you miss out on the crisp skin that comes with oven baking.
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You don't need an oven to make a perfectly cooked baked potato. An open flame like you would find at a campfire provides the necessary heat to bake a potato. Learning how to cook a potato in a campfire opens up your camping menu to go beyond the basic stick-roasted hot dogs with a side of chips or pasta salad.
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Whether you make fudge at home or buy it fresh from a candy store, the storage method affects the quality of the rich treat. Proper wrapping and storage containers slow the moisture loss to keep the fudge tasting fresh and prevent it from drying out. You can store the candy at room temperature for a week or more.
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Baking pork is a healthy way to prepare the meat without messing with popping grease in a skillet or heating a grill. When prepared properly in the oven, pork chops come out moist and flavorful, making them the focal point of the meal.
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A slow cooker simplifies your dinner menu by producing a hot meal without a lot of work. Pot roast works well in the slow cooker, also called a crock pot, to create a tender beef dish. Potatoes and carrots cooked with the beef are a natural option as a side dish.
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Green bean casserole is a flavorful side dish that is well suited for the holidays. The dish works well with almost any main course, making it a flexible vegetable dish. The recipe takes plain green beans to a different level with added mushroom and onion flavors and a creamy texture.
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