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What is an easy recipe for homemade puppy chow?

The puppy chow recipe allows for any variety of Chex cereal such as wheat, corn or chocolate varieties. A recipe with 18 servings requires about 9 cups of Chex cereal. Measure the cereal ahead of time and place it in a bowl so it is ready when the chocolate melts.\n\nThe recipe calls for 1 cup of chocolate chips, 1/2 cup of peanut butter and 1/4 cup of butter. Melt the ingredients in the microwave or on the stove top. In the microwave, heat for 1 minute and stir. Continue microwaving in 30 second increments until the ingredients are melted and smooth. On the stove top, stir the mixture constan..

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Where are the warnings for using Sucralose?

Sucralose, which is also known by the brand name Splenda, potentially shrinks the thymus prematurely, causes leukemia and damages DNA and may also spike blood sugar levels. In 2013, the Center for Science in the Public Interest downgraded sucralose from safe to caution.\nDr. Morando Soffritti and his team at the Ramazzini Institute in Bologna, Italy, led a study that saw a link between the consumption of sucralose and leukemia in rats. The study began in 2012, and Dr. Soffritti shared his preliminary findings early on, but he has not officially published the full results of his study in a reco..

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What are some tips for dehydrating food?

Rinse fruit and vegetables thoroughly under cool running water, rubbing your fingers over the skin to dislodge any debris. Use a vegetables brush when rinsing if you have one, particularly when cleaning food with wrinkles or crevices. Do not rinse meat.\nRemove the stems, seeds and cores from fruits and vegetables then steam them for 10 minutes before dehydrating. Steaming kills bacteria.\nSlice the food uniformly so the pieces dry at approximately the same rate. All food pieces should measure 1/4 inch thick or less. Space the pieces of food at least 1/4 inch apart on the drying trays. This al..

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Where can you find a PDF of the Pita Pit menu?

Pita Pit is a North American restaurant chain that first opened in Canada in 1995. The restaurants expanded to the United States in 2005 with franchised stores located throughout the nation. Most locations serve breakfast, and many stores are open after midnight. Customers may order online, by telephone or via fax machine, and delivery may be available in some areas.

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How many chicken's eggs is an ostrich egg equivalent to?

As of May 2008, the largest ostrich egg on record weighed 5 pounds, 11 ounces. Ostrich eggs overall are the largest eggs laid by a living animal. Adult ostriches weigh over 300 pounds. Ostrich eggs are actually the smallest bird eggs in relation to the adult bird's size. Chickens meant for egg production weigh at least 3 pounds, making even small eggs a significant percentage of the adult's body weight.

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What are some good ways to cook okra?

To make fried okra, fill half a heavy pan with oil, and heat the oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, 1/2 cup of cornmeal, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose seasoning. Pour 1/2 cup buttermilk into a separate bowl. Cut the stems off of 2 pounds of okra, and slice the okra into 1/2-inch pieces. Dip each okra slice in buttermilk, dredge through the cornmeal mixture and fry in small batches until the okra is golden brown.\nOkra can also be stewed with tomatoes. Begin by cooking 4 slices of bacon in a heavy pan until the bacon is crisp. Set..

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What are some easy mince meat pie recipes?

To make Pillsbury's recipe, in a bowl, stir together 2 cups ready to use mincemeat, 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans, 1 1/2 cups chopped and peeled Gala apples, 1/2 cup chopped dried Calimyrna figs, 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, 1/3 cup brandy and 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel. Cover, and refrigerate for eight hours. Take the filling out of the refrigerator 30 minutes in advance, and preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 9-inch pie plate with premade pie crusts, and pour the filling into the plate. Top with the second pie crust, and cut slits. Bake on the lowest rack for 40 to 45 minu..

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What are some good recipes for pepperoni rolls?

The make easy pepperoni rolls separate the refrigerated crescent rolls into triangles. Place 3 slices of pepperoni and 1 tablespoon shredded mozzarella on each crescent. Starting at the short side of the triangle, roll the dough to encompass the ingredients. Place each roll on an ungreased cooking sheet point side down. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes at 375 F.\nMaking traditional West Virginia pepperoni rolls involves making the dough from scratch. Heat 1 1/2 cups milk and 3 tablespoons butter until the butter melts. Remove from the heat, and mix in 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 teaspoons of salt and 2..

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What are some popular Puerto Rican rice and beans recipes?

To make Goya's pink beans and rice, cook 2 tablespoons of sofrito, 1 packet of sazón, 1/2 packet of chicken bouillon and 1/8 teaspoon of oregano in a saucepan over medium-high heat for one to two minutes. Add 1/2 cup water, 1 can of pink beans and 8 ounces of tomato sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 15 minutes. Season with adobo to taste and serve over 2 cups of rice.\nJosé Mendín's Arroz Mamposteao features a red bean stew with rice as a base, topped with smoked longaniza sausage and a simple aioli. To make the stew, saute 1 clove of garlic and 1..

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What are some easy recipes for dinner?

To make tasty taco soup, brown 1 pound of lean ground beef in a 3-quart saucepan. Drain, return to pan and add 1/4 cup onions and a 1-ounce package of taco seasoning. Cook for one minute. Add one 28-ounce can of diced tomatoes, 1 cup of frozen corn and 1 cup of water. Reduce heat, and allow ingredients to simmer for 10 minutes. Serve hot, and top with cheddar cheese. This recipe serves four.\n\nFor the pizza bake, which serves seven, start with one 16.3-ounce can of Pillsbury Grands! Homestyle refrigerated biscuits. Cut each individual biscuit into eight separate pieces. Toss the pieces with a..

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