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What is the best way to freeze corn on the cob?

Prepare the corn for freezingRemove the husks from the corn, and get the silks off as well. Cut out any blemishes from the corn, and get rid of any insects or worms.Blanch the cornFill a large pot with water, and bring the water to a rolling boil. Wash the corn cobs thoroughly beneath running cold water, and then set them into the boiling water. Leave the burner on high, and remove the cobs after seven minutes if their diameters are 1 1/4 inches or less. Add two minutes for ears between 1 1/4 and 1 1/2 inches across, and four minutes for ears bigger than 1 1/2 inches across.Take the kernels of..

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How do you make arancini?

Combine 2 cups of room temperature risotto, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup of Italian bread crumbs, 2 beaten eggs and 1/4 cup of chopped basil leaves. Roll the mixture into balls, using 2 tablespoons of the mixture for each ball. Make a hole in each ball, and insert one cube of Gorgonzola cheese. Readjust the risotto mixture to entirely cover the cheese then roll each ball in bread crumbs until they're evenly coated.\nFill a large sauce pan one-third full with vegetable oil. Heat the oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, and fry the rice balls for four to five minutes. Drain the aran..

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What is a good way to cook pork loin?

Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F. Use a mortar and pestle or food processor to blend together two minced cloves of garlic, 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme leaves. Mix in 1/4 cup of Dijon mustard and apply the sauce to a 3-pound trimmed and tied boneless pork loin. Allow the loin to rest at room temperature for no less than 30 minutes.\nTrim the tops from three small fennel bulbs and cut them through the core into thick wedges. Toss the fennel with 8 peeled and thickly sliced carrots, 10 small quartered potatoes, 2 thickly sliced yellow onions and 4 tablespoons of olive oil..

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How do you cook a spoon roast in the oven?

In addition to the high/low technique, there is the slow-roast technique. The slow-roast technique entails roasting the meat at about 275 F to 350 F for roughly 33 to 36 minutes per pound.\nWith each technique, a rare, medium or well done state can be achieved by pulling the roast out of the oven when its internal temperature reaches 125 F, 130 F or 145 F to 160 F, respectively. Insert your meat thermometer halfway into the thickest part of the meat without hitting the bone. You may have to tweak the cooking times according to your oven's temperature and your personal preference.\nA seaso..

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How is a typical vodka martini garnished?

Although many variations of martinis exist, traditional martinis are classic cocktails that first used gin and different amounts of vermouth according to individual preference. The development of vodka martinis soon followed for those who dislike the strong, unique flavor of gin.\nAlthough the origins of the cocktail are unclear, martini recipes started showing up in cocktail guides around the latter part of the 19th century. Because gin was easy to illegally manufacture during the Prohibition years, the martini became a popular drink in speakeasies and other under-the-table enterprises. The m..

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What are some good pasta recipes?

To make KRAFT's penne pasta skillet recipe, brown 1 lb. of lean ground beef over medium-high heat and drain. Mix in 1 24-ounce jar of spaghetti sauce and 1 cup of water and stir in 2 cups of uncooked penne pasta. After bringing the mixture to a boil, cover and simmer over medium heat for 16 to 18 minutes or until the pasta is tender.\n\nStir the pasta and top with KRAFT shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese. Cover and cook for about 1 minute or until the cheese has melted.\n\nTo make KRAFT's chicken pasts skillet recipe, cut 1 lb. of boneless, skinless chicken breasts int..

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What is a recipe for yogurt?

To make Greek yogurt, pour 2 cups of homemade yogurt into a cheesecloth positioned over a bowl. Gather the four corners of the cheesecloth together, and twist the cheesecloth to press excess liquid out of the yogurt. After removing most of the liquid, tie the cheesecloth closed, and place the bundle in a colander.\nSet the colander in a bowl, and store it in the refrigerator for two to three hours. Squeeze the cheesecloth a final time to remove excess liquid, and scrape the yogurt into a container.\nIf desired, flavor the yogurt with chopped fruit, such as berries, honey or maple syrup. Make c..

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What is the difference between Bisquick and flour?

Bisquick is a baking mixture that allows a person quickly and easily prepare baked goods such as pancakes, breads and biscuits in less time than would be necessary if starting from scratch. Flour is a base ingredient necessary to make baked goods and other foods. Flour is an ingredient in Bisquick but requires additional ingredients before it is used to make baked goods.

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What are some quick zucchini recipes?

Place zucchini ribbons in a serving bowl and toss with 1/4 cup chopped red onion. Whisk together in a small bowl the zest of 1 lemon, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice and 2 tablespoons olive oil along with salt and pepper to taste. Pour the mixture onto the vegetables. Chill and marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving, if desired.\nFor grilled vegetables, cut 3 to 4 medium trimmed zucchini into 3/4-inch chunks. Combine with 8 ounces trimmed fresh mushrooms and 1/4 cup Italian salad dressing in a resealable plastic bag. Chill for 15 minutes to 1 hou..

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What is the price of cigarettes in Pennsylvania?

While the average cost of a pack of cigarettes is $5.74 to the smoker, the average cost of a pack of cigarettes is far higher to the state. When the cost of health care, workplace productivity loss and premature death is factored in, the average cost to the state of Pennsylvania for one pack of cigarettes is $20.16. The American Lung Association suggests that for every $1 Pennsylvania invests in smoking cessation treatments, the return on investment is $1.23.

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