Secret Recipes From Restaurants

In today's society there are some truly fantastic restaurants such as PF Chang's, The Olive Garden, Chilli's,Cheesecake Factory, and Red Lobster to name a few. It would be real nice to know the top secret recipes from restaurants like that, recipes that you could make in your own home for your family members. It would be a means to save some money while eating the foods that you truly love. On the internet you could perform a search at your preferred search engine like Google, and find plenty of recipes that maintain that it will taste like the restaurants version. Do they really taste just like that dish that you really love?

There are recipes for popcorn chicken like Kentucky Friend Chicken, there are so many other copycat types that you really have to try them to see if they even come close. You can experiment in your kitchen when your family is not around, and really put those recipes to the test. It won't hurt to try and really see if they come close.

A few folks might say why bother, why not go out to eat at those eating places. Well in today's economy going out to eat may perhaps not be an option for many families, more, and more each day presently there are many Americans being laid off like never before, so it make more sense that going out to eat would not be an option for many people. For many the family going out to eat on the weekends is a happy time, and in order to bring back those happy times trying to prepare those dishes would bring back a spark of happiness.

Presently there are several incredibly good cook books on the market with all the great ones from restaurants that in fact get rave reviews on how precise the flavor, and even the look of those tasty dishes. You can do a search for restaurant copycat recipe books, and get many results to research before you make a purchase, or try the free results when you get the urge to surprise your family.

Being able to bring a smile to your families faces when you prepare a meal that is different than the usual dinner, but also a dinner that taste so familiar will really create some excitement, and rave reviews from your family. They will really want you to continue to wow them with more favorite restaurant meals.

The benefits of doing a search for secret recipes from restaurants or such books is to save money for one, and to make your family happy with a new variety of meals that they really miss, and now can enjoy in there home.

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Low-Carb Recipes: Homemade Chicken Soup | Submitted By: Jill

1 (3 pound) whole chicken4 carrots, halved4 stalks celery, halved1 large onion, halvedwater to coversalt and pepper to taste1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules (optional)Put the chicken, carrots, celery and onion in a large soup pot and cover with cold water. Heat and simmer, uncovered, until the chicken meat falls off of the bones (skim off foam every so often). Take everything out of the pot. Strain the broth. Pick the meat off of the bones and chop the carrots, celery and onion. Season the broth with salt, pepper and chicken bouillon to taste, if desired. Return the chicken, carrots, celery and onion to the pot, stir together, and serve. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 152 | Total Fat: 8.9g | Cholesterol: 37mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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Calories: 152

Total Fat: 8.9gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 68mgTotal Carbs: 4.2g    Dietary Fiber: 1.2gProtein: 13.1g VIEW DETAILED NUTRITION
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Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2005 by Marian    Absolutely wonderful recipe! I used about 2 1/2 lbs. of cut up chicken and used 4 packets of Goya Chicken Bouillon and I think that probably was the secret to seasoning this soup. I used baby carrots and put two whole (scrubbed with the peel on) potatoes in the bottom of the pot with chicken. I followed the instructions and let it cook, took the chicken off the bone and returned everything to the pot after I cut up the veggies. I then added some frozen vegetable soup cut veggies (celery, peas, onion, potatoes, okra, etc.) and ditalini pasta. My son has a cold and this soup really hit the spot with him, even in 110 degree weather! I really recommend this soup recipe! I put half in individual containers in our freezer and my son, who wants soup every day, will be set for at least a few days! Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
416 users found this review helpful Absolutely wonderful recipe! I used about 2 1/2 lbs. of cut up chicken and used 4 packets of... This recipe is very tasty though it is also very basic - which is perfect for the beginner chef. Once you begin to "doctor" your own recipes, you will see that the more flavors you add to chicken broth, the better. For example, why stop with carrots and celery? In addition to these things, I add a potato, tomato, fresh basil, fresh parsley, red peper, onion, etc... Make sure to be generous with the salt as stock can be quite bland unless seasoned appropriately. I even use a couple of bay leaves and a couple of peppercorns during the cooking process. Bring the liquid to a boil, then turn the heat down and simmer. I use a lid on my soup to keep evaporation to a minimim, though I "vent" the lid with a wooden spoon during cooking (kind of props up the lid) so that it isn't completely sealed shut... Add water 1/2 way through cooking if necessary. Boullion is OK, but not necessary if you have the appropriate blend of chicken, veggies and herbs. Serve with rice or your noodle of choice. Never cook noodles in the broth - always in a separate pot because the starch will ruin your soup. The more you times you make this recipe, the more you will enjoy it - as it is definitely a process of trial and error. ENJOY! Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
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The Joy of Fast Food Restaurant Recipes

Love it or hate it, fast food is embedded in American dining culture. Fast food restaurants cater to our modern need for convenience, cheapness and a "no surprises" experience.

While it is fashionable to sneer at them, if pressed many of us would confess to really liking at least some of the menu items offered by the major chain fast-food restaurants. Most kids love those places, as you probably know if you have youngsters. Children wield a lot of influence with parents looking for a place to eat that will satisfy everyone in the family; hence the great effort on the part of fast food restaurants to market special meals and toys to the younger set.

The fact that half of the food ordered at fast food places now takes place via the drive-up window should tell you all you need to know about the success of this type of restaurant. We Americans practically live in our cars, so if we're eating a large part of our meals behind the wheel, you know this is one marriage (cars + food) that really will be "'til death do us part."

If you're one of those who resorts to this type of fare only grudgingly, or because the kids are bugging you for it, you might be surprised to learn that there are fast-food aficiandos among us who positively love fast food. Usually, they have one particular fast food chain that they adore, and one or two specific menu items that they crave several times a week.

If you happen to be one of these fast-food conoisseurs--or you know someone who is--the good news is that it's easy to obtain the recipe for that "gotta-have-it" menu item. You can then make the favored dish at home, saving you at least a few trips to the drive-through. (Of course, you'll miss out on having the burger or burrito or whatever come nicely enveloped in the restaurant's logo-printed wrapping paper, but you can't have everything.)

Recipes for many of the world's favorite fast-food items can be found by doing a web search for them. Or, you can purchase one of the books of "secret" restaurant recipes available in most of the big bookstores. Conveniently downloadable ebooks, filled with such recipes, are also readily to be found.

One tip: As the name implies, fast food tends to be eaten on the run. But if you decide to make your favorite fast-food meal at home, try slowing down and enjoying it at a more leisurely pace. "Slow fast food" -- now there's a concept.

Low-Carb Recipes: Crab Swiss Bites | Submitted By: Doreen

1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat, drained and flaked1 tablespoon sliced green onion1/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon curry powder1 (8 ounce) package dinner rolls1 (5 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and slicedPreheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). In a medium bowl, mix together crabmeat, green onion, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice and curry powder. Separate dinner rolls into 3 pieces each. Spoon equal portions of the crabmeat mixture onto the roll pieces. Top with water chestnuts. Bake in the preheated oven 10 to 12 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 114 | Total Fat: 9.7g | Cholesterol: 22mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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Calories: 114

Total Fat: 9.7gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 125mgTotal Carbs: 2.4g    Dietary Fiber: 0.4gProtein: 4.4g VIEW DETAILED NUTRITION
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Sugar Substitute Recipes: Janie's Amazing Smoothie | Submitted By: Janie

1 zucchini, cubed5 ice cubes1 cup orange juice2 tablespoons granular sucrolose sweetener (such as Splenda®)3/4 teaspoon vanilla extractPlace the zucchini, ice cubes, orange juice, sweetener, and vanilla extract into a blender. Cover, and blend until smooth, about 1 minute. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 77 | Total Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

Servings Per Recipe: 2

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Calories: 77

Total Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 9mgTotal Carbs: 19.1g    Dietary Fiber: 0.9gProtein: 1.6g VIEW DETAILED NUTRITION
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Spicy Authentic Mexican Recipes

When you want the real deal, only authentic Mexican recipes will do. These are not the recipes you find on the ordering board in a fast food chain. Instead, you will find these in old fashioned Mexican restaurants and south of the border. The dishes are unique and full of flavors. From pork dishes to beef ones and even vegetarian delights, there is something that will certainly meet the dietary needs of anyone in your family and with how easy they are to create, you don't have to worry about slaving away for hours for a single meal.

One of the most popular authentic Mexican recipes you will find is the soup option. It is very popular to have soups and stews in Mexico, especially since these dishes can easily feed a large number of people without too much trouble at all. In fact, a large family will often create a series of dishes created from the different parts of the meats begin offered to utilize what they have, instead of focusing on a general style of item as well. This means that the entire animal will often be used during the course of meals. While some people might be bothered by this process, others will respect it and find that some of these delicacies are among the best they have ever had.

What you will also learn about these different authentic Mexican recipes is that they can be adjusted spice wise to fit your level of comfort. While some people will be able to handle really spicy foods, others will only enjoy a light heat coming from them. It is because of this you should spice down your foods if you have people who do not like spicy and offer a topping others can use to get the bite they need.

Keep in mind that even with the variety you have, some people might shy away from some of the dishes that are created. If you are going for a general theme, you might consider going with a Tex-Mex substitute to tide over those picky eaters that you have.

Traditional Beef Soup

What You Will Need

1 Large beef bone with marrow
3 Beef bones with pieces of chambarete
1/4 Cup Onion
1 Tablespoon Fresh Cilantro
3 Cut Potatoes
1 Cup Fresh Peas
Salt & Pepper

How to Make It

Begin by cooking the meat and bones in about 6 cups of water and mix in the garlic and cilantro. This should be done over medium high heat. As foam forms on the top, be sure you skim it off to ensure the flavor of the broth does not get too intense. When you have a good amount of foam off, bring the water to a boil, and allow the meat to soften. When this occurs, add in your potatoes and peas and then let them cook at medium high heat until they become soft. Remove any last minute foam and then salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Authentic Mexican recipes can enhance the experience you have with the food from the Mexican culture. Take the time to explore the different Mexican recipes and you will find there are a series of different foods that you will not find in most restaurants.

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Healthy Main Dish Recipes: Tangy Grilled Pork Tenderloin | Submitted By: Sadie

2 pounds pork tenderloin2/3 cup honey1/2 cup Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon saltPlace meat in a large resealable plastic bag. In a medium bowl, mix together honey, Dijon mustard, chili powder, and salt. Pour marinade over tenderloins, seal, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Prepare the grill for indirect heat. Lightly oil grill grate. Remove meat from marinade, and discard liquid. Grill for 15 to 25 minutes, or to desired doneness. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 267 | Total Fat: 3.6g | Cholesterol: 65mg

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Healthy Salads: Pasta and Salmon Salad | Submitted By: Corwynn Darkholme

1 (8 ounce) package tri-colored pasta assortment3 tablespoons curry powder3/4 pound medium shrimp, in the shell1/4 pound smoked salmon, chopped1 1/2 cups frozen green peas, thawed1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon1 teaspoon lemon juice3 tablespoons olive oilsalt to tasteground black pepper to tasteFill a large saucepan with salted water and bring to a boil. Add the curry powder, let it dissolve, then add the pasta. When the pasta is cooked but still firm, drain and cool with running water. Drain again thoroughly and place in a large salad bowl. Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Boil the shrimp until they turn pink and curl slightly, 2-3 minutes. Drain, place under cold running water and drain again. Peel and devein the shrimp and set aside. To the pasta add the cooked shrimp, smoked salmon and green peas. In a small bowl stir together the tarragon, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste until well mixed. Add the oil and stir vigorously until blended. In a small bowl stir together the tarragon, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste until well mixed. Add the oil and stir vigorously until blended. Pour dressing over pasta dish. Toss well and serve. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 481 | Total Fat: 14.6g | Cholesterol: 136mg

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Party Menu - Will Your Party Food Recipes be Crum-dida-le-um-shous?

Setting up the party menu can be the best part of planning a party. You get to look up new and exciting things and taste test your food before you decide. A person can do this for themselves or hire a party planner to find a good caterer for you to sample their dishes. When you cook the food for your own party you have a greater choice in the food that's being served and have direct control over how it's cooked. On the other hand it can be quite a task preparing all the food for a party and if something burns or is undercooked you've got a problem to take care off. Though hiring caterers can get expensive. Perhaps the best thing is a balance of both. Have a restaurant or caterer prepare the main entrée so you're not worrying about it and work on your own side dishes and appetizers which can be significantly easier to make.

People love a menu that fits with a theme party. If you are planning an under the sea party the easiest thing to put on the menu is seafood. Or you can set up a party entirely around appetizers for say the Oscar party and hire someone to carry the appetizers around on trays. If you don't have the budgets entice your kids into the job with a promise of extra allowance.

Be sure to send out a list of the food on the menu in your party invitations. Some people have allergies to things like seafood or even peanut butter and if they arrive at the party to find there's nothing alternative to munch on it can ruin their enjoyment. If you send the menu out early enough it will give guests a chance to mention that they have an allergy to this or that and you can make additions or an alteration.

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Healthy Side Dish Recipes: Avocado Side Dish | Submitted By: sal

1 (8 ounce) package uncooked spaghetti1 avocado - pitted, peeled, and cubed1 tablespoon lime juice1 (15 ounce) can vegetarian chili1/3 cup sliced green onion2 large tomatoes, diced1 teaspoon minced garlic1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantroBring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. In a small bowl combine avocado and lime juice. In a separate bowl combine chili, green onion, tomatoes, garlic and cilantro. Serve pasta topped with chili mixture and avocado. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 210 | Total Fat: 5.6g | Cholesterol: 0mg

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Low-Cholesterol Recipes: Summer Fruit Salad | Submitted By: patbabb

1 fresh pineapple - peeled, cored, and chopped1/2 cantaloupe - peeled, seeded, and chopped2 fresh peaches, pitted and chopped3 plums, pitted and chopped2 bananas, chopped2 oranges, peeled and cut into bite size pieces2 kiwi fruit, peeled and chopped2 fresh apricots, pitted and chopped10 cherries, pitted and halved15 seedless grapes7 strawberries, choppedIn a large salad bowl, lightly stir together the pineapple, cantaloupe, peaches, plums, bananas, oranges, kiwi fruit, apricots, cherries, grapes, and strawberries; chill for 1 hour before serving. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 155 | Total Fat: 0.6g | Cholesterol: 0mg

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Low-Sodium Recipes: Spinach and Strawberry Salad | Submitted By: JerJer

2 bunches spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces4 cups sliced strawberries1/2 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup white wine vinegar1/2 cup white sugar1/4 teaspoon paprika2 tablespoons sesame seeds1 tablespoon poppy seedsIn a large bowl, toss together the spinach and strawberries. In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, sugar, paprika, sesame seeds, and poppy seeds. Pour over the spinach and strawberries, and toss to coat. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 235 | Total Fat: 15.9g | Cholesterol: 0mg

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Sugar-Free Recipes: Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast | Submitted By: JERSEYGIRL_CHELL

1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach leaves1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup shredded pepperjack cheese4 cloves garlic, minced4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to 1/2 inch thickness1 pinch ground black pepper8 slices baconPreheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place spinach in a large glass bowl, and heat in the microwave for 3 minutes, stirring every minute or so, or until wilted. Stir in sour cream, pepperjack cheese, and garlic. Lay the chicken breasts out on a clean surface, and spoon some of the spinach mixture onto each one. Roll up chicken to enclose the spinach, then wrap each chicken breast with two slices of bacon. Secure with toothpicks, and arrange in a shallow baking dish. Bake uncovered for 35 minutes in the preheated oven, then increase heat to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C), or use the oven's broiler to cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes to brown the bacon. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 357 | Total Fat: 20.5g | Cholesterol: 114mg

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Reviewed on Oct. 3, 2006 by Ape    Awesomeeeeeeeeeeee dish. Looked like it was from a Gourmet Magazine. We did marinate the chicken in a buttermilk marinade, as a previous user suggested. The bacon turned out great, and we added tons of cheese. Mozzerella, Parm, Feta, etc. We just cooked the spinach as directed on the label, not with the microwave as the recipe suggests. We also actually ended up with a lot of the spinach/cheese-stuffing left over. Oh well. We probably measured something wrong. One suggestion: There was a ton of bacon grease that was sort of oozing out onto the baking dish when it was in the oven. Most of it got burned onto the baking dish. I'd suggest putting the chicken breasts on aluminum foil and then put that on a baking dish, just to minimize the scrubbing of the burnt bacon grease off the baking dish. Very good chicken though. We used a lot of toothpicks, but we probably didn't need to. Make sure you pound the breasts to 1/2 inch so it's easy to roll up too. Bottomline: Tasty, tasty dish. Try it. 5 stars. Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
134 users found this review helpful Awesomeeeeeeeeeeee dish. Looked like it was from a Gourmet Magazine. We did marinate the... This was very good....I half cooked the bacon. In the grease, I sauteed the spinach, tomato, and garlic. I patted some of the grease out as suggested by another reviewer. I used about a half cup each of mozz. and parmesan cheese. I also seasoned the chicken breast with seasoned salt and seasoned the spinach mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, Tony's, salt, and pepper. We had some left over spinach stuff so I put it in a very small baking dish, baked it, and made a yummy dip out of it! :) That was delicious too!! Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
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Healthy Appetizers: Chili Chicken | Submitted By: Margot McKinney

2 tablespoons honey5 tablespoons sweet chili sauce3 tablespoons soy sauce12 chicken drumsticks, skin removedIn a large bowl, mix together the honey, sweet chili sauce and soy sauce. Set aside a small dish of the marinade for basting. Place chicken drumsticks into the bowl. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grate. Arrange drumsticks on the grill. Cook for 10 minutes per side, or until juices run clear. Baste frequently with the reserved sauce during the last 5 minutes. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 142 | Total Fat: 4.1g | Cholesterol: 62mg

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The Secret to Cooking Restaurant Recipes at Home

There is no question about it, everyone loves to eat out. But eating in restaurants can be expensive. But enjoying your favorite restaurant recipes doesn't have to cost you an arm and a leg. Why not whip up your favorite restaurant recipes right in your own kitchen?

The beauty of making restaurant recipes at home is that typically you can make them healthier, cheaper, and if you know what you're doing, even better than the real thing. Now the down side of course is that it will take a little more time and energy than simply sliding in to the booth at the local Olive Garden, but in the end both your pocket book and your family will thank you for it.

The secret to cooking copycat recipes at home and having them turn out right is two fold. It basically comes down to ingredients and equipment. To illustrate the point, one very famous restaurant recipe that people often try and cook at home is the secret KFC chicken recipe. If you've ever tried this than you probably found your self saying, "now this is good, but it sure doesn't taste like Kentucky Fried Chicken." This recipe is one of the most common requests I get from my restaurant recipe newsletter and it is one that people have the most problems with. But as mentioned above, the reason most people get this recipe wrong is because of improper ingredients and equipment.

For example, KFC chicken is cooked in a pressure cooker. This is a simple but huge difference. You could take an actual piece of battered KFC chicken and throw it in your fry pan or deep fryer and you would get something completely different.

The other secret to cooking restaurant recipes is ingredients. Let's just face it, many chain restaurants make food that is loaded with preservatives and ingredients that you don't often find in the grocery store. They may not be healthy but often they taste good. This is where you need to make a personal choice as to whether or not you want to modify the recipe and loose some of the traditional taste but improve its health, or seek out the guar gums, MSG, and poly-saturated fats and include them in your recipe.

The only other obstacle to making great restaurant recipes at home is actually finding a good copy of your favorite Top Secret Restaurant Recipe.

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Use Quick Low Fat Recipes and See Your Waistline Reducing

Obesity is one of the leading causes of health problems in the world. People are turning to healthy life by eating right. Focus has turned to quick and easy healthy low fat recipes and healthy heart recipes. Years of poor lifestyle habits lacking any exercise along with poor diet make people overweight as well as obese. But people are realizing this that it may not continue and they must take to healthy diet to lose weight making better health.

Average meal restaurant contain 1 thousand - 2 thousand calories with 50-100 gram fat. Daily intake recommended for normal person is 2 thousand calories. It is making diet as well as weight loss industry really huge. You must have complete control on eating habits of yours. You may choose to cook healthy heart recipes at home rather than dining out. By using the quick and easy healthy recipes, you are staying away from obesity and other health problems. Hence, increasing in health related knowledge.

You may easily learn healthy low fat recipes and quick low fat recipes to attain good health that also make you happy. You can search on Internet about making healthy heart food in few minutes. You must also be aware of the fact that quick low fat recipes are not at all boring and tasteless. Rather these are very delicious and loved by all who follow. Staying healthy is very important as obesity leads to many problems especially heart related and must be controlled. Eating healthy food recipes and quick low fat recipes is very important and equally important is exercising.

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Healthy Breakfast Recipes: Pumpkin Pancakes | Submitted By: Ruth

2 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground allspice1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups milk1 cup pumpkin puree1 egg2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons vinegarIn a separate bowl, mix together the milk, pumpkin, egg, oil and vinegar. Combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, allspice, cinnamon, ginger and salt, stir into the pumpkin mixture just enough to combine. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. Brown on both sides and serve hot. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 278 | Total Fat: 7.2g | Cholesterol: 40mg

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Reviewed on Nov. 17, 2007 by Nancy    Changed recipe for simplicity: 2 1/2 Cup Aunt Jemima Original Pancake Mix, 3 TBS brown sugar, 2 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice, 1 egg, 1 3/4 cup milk, 2 TBS vegetable oil, 2 TBS vinegar, 1 cup pumpkin puree. These were fantastic! Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
752 users found this review helpful Changed recipe for simplicity: 2 1/2 Cup Aunt Jemima Original Pancake Mix, 3 TBS brown sugar,... Reviewed on Dec. 30, 2005 by mrcook    As an old pancake/waffle baker I was eager to try this recipe. I followed many suggestions in the reviews (2 eggs, 1 cup whole wheat PASTRY flour) and tweaked it even further. My daughter had just eaten at a trendy breakfast cafe in Ashland, Oregon and claimed these were even better...lighter, etc. Extra suggestions...add fresh nutmeg (1/2 t.), ground cloves (1 t.) increase cinnamon to 1 TABLESPOON and ground ginger to 2 teaspoons, brown sugar to 4 Tablespoons, ditto oil. Also increase leavening to 2 TABLESPOONS ( I use only Rumford's and NO baking soda at all). Finally, mix w. 1 plus cup of milk, let stand to absorb the dries and then add MORE milk to get that perfect pancake batter conistency. Works well as waffles, also. Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
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Egg-Free Recipes: Spectacular Marsala Glazed Carrots with Hazelnuts | Submitted By: Barbara M.

1/2 cup coarsely chopped hazelnuts, toasted1 pound baby carrots, halved1 cup water1/2 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons unsalted butter2 shallots, minced1/2 cup dry Marsala wine1/2 cup sugarPreheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Spread chopped hazelnuts in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring once or twice, and watching very carefully as they will burn very easily. Remove from the oven when browned and fragrant. Cut baby carrots in half cross-wise. In a saucepan over medium heat, bring water, carrots, salt, and 1 tablespoon of butter. Bring to a boil, and reduce heat to low. Cover, and simmer very lightly for 10 to 15 minutes, or until tender but firm. Drain and set aside. Return pan to the stove over medium heat, and melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Cook shallots in the melted butter, stirring occasionally, until translucent. Add Marsala and sugar, and stir continually until sugar is completely dissolved. Continue simmering until sauce has thickened slightly. Once thickened, toss carrots and hazelnuts with the sauce until well coated. Garnish with parsley, if desired. Serve immediately. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 257 | Total Fat: 12.7g | Cholesterol: 15mg

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Healthy Breakfast Recipes: Super Duper Oatmeal | Submitted By: Cassandra

1 cup milk1/2 cup water3/4 cup oats1/2 cup blueberries1/2 cup applesauce2 tablespoons wheat germ2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons sugarBring the milk and water to a boil in a pot. Mix in the oats, and reduce heat to medium. Stir in blueberries, applesauce, wheat germ, cinnamon, and sugar. Cook 8 to 10 minutes, or until oats are tender. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 270 | Total Fat: 5.3g | Cholesterol: 10mg

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Free Soul Food Recipes Update - How Soul Food is Winning Health Experts Praise

Soul food recipes is one of the last things you would credit with helping drive an economic recovery but it's ringing true more and more on close examination. With the Great recession continuing to roll along like the Mississippi river, people continue to look for ways to cut, slice and stretch their money. More specifically their food dollars.

African Americans have been hit hardest by the recession, far more than any other racial group. But the one advantage that have helped them cope is soul food. This southern cuisine has brought African Americans through slavery, Jim Crowism, the Civil Rights Era and now through the Great Recession. This food has a long and glorious history that can't be denied.

1. Reason Behind This Trend

Now the legacy continues as more people have rediscovered cooking at home again. To save money, more families are eating around the table again, getting to know one another again and saving money at the same time. According to a University of California study, a family of four can save up to 74% off their monthly food bill by eating meals at home as opposed to eating out.

For example, if a family of four ate at a restaurant the average cost would be around $30. But if that family made the same comparable meal at home it would cost them around $12.34. Plus, they would have around $3.32 worth of leftovers or seconds. That's a huge savings. That's why more African Americans are flooding free soul food recipe websites lately. They've discovered a way to help survive this recession.

More site publishers are recognizing this trend and providing more user friendly features to their websites. Many are adding instructional videos, cooking classes and video newsletters to help the new as well as experienced cooks. You'll find most of the soul food recipes of today is not your Grandma's recipes.

2. Examples of New Changes Taking Place

Today's dishes are more health friendly than in the past. Traditional southern food have had the questionable reputation of being loaded with calories, salt and fat. Now you'll find healthier recipes that have cut the salt, fat and calories but have kept the taste and flavor. Thanks to creative cooks, food processors and publishers, healthier recipes have now arrived.

For example, fat back, ham hocks and bacon is slowly fading away. Now you'll find healthier seasonings, such as natural herbs and spices. Soul food recipes today call for onion and garlic powder, lemon and lime juices, chili peppers, smoked turkey and a host of other natural herbs. All these changes have resulted in healthier eating. A change many health experts are pleased with.

Another major change is found in healthier cooking techniques. You'll find less frying and more baking, steaming, roasting and grilling in the recipes. Where frying is found you'll mostly see pan frying and stir-frying, which preserves over 79% of food nutrients, and less deep fat frying.

All these changes have helped to bring back many people who were forced to cut back and cut out soul food for health reasons. In addition, these healthier changes have helped to win new consumers to the joys of this traditional southern cuisine. No doubt, as the changes continue to grow consumer interest will grow also.

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