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What is a good lemon drop cocktail recipe?

This recipe is intended to make one drink, and the preparation time is about 10 minutes. To create the sugar-rimmed glass, take the drinking surface of the glass, and rub it with a lemon wedge so that it becomes just a little bit moist. Then, dip the glass upside-down into superfine sugar.\nFor best results, use a good quality vodka, such as Grey Goose or Tito's, and orange liqueur, such as Triple Sec or Grand Marnier. The recipe calls for shaking the drink 40 times to make sure the sugar is well-blended. The sugar can be also be replaced by basic simple syrup.\nThe lemon drop martini is ..

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How long does cheese last?

Regardless of type, all cheeses should stay in the refrigerator at a temperature between 35 and 40 degrees Fahrenheit. After opening, wrap the cheeses tightly to eliminate excess air and retain texture and flavor. Exposing cheese to air invites the growth of mold and bacteria, which may shorten the cheese's lifespan. Cheese also picks up flavors of other foods easily and should be isolated from other strong-smelling foods in the refrigerator or freezer.Cheese loses quality shortly after opening, but unopened cheese may last for several months, provided the refrigerator temperature is less..

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What are some recipes and techniques for cooking sirloin steak?

To broil a steak in the oven, preheat it to the broiler setting. Make a "snake" out of aluminum foil to place in the oven door so the broiler doesn't turn off if the oven gets too hot. Brush the steak with 2-teaspoons olive oil and seasonings, and place it directly on the broiler for five minutes per side to cook. To sear a steak in a pan, heat a cast-iron pan to medium-high. Brush the steak in about 1-tablespoon olive oil, and coat it with 1-teaspoon salt and 1/2-teaspoon pepper. Cook on each side for about five minutes.\nAfter cooking the steaks, create a cucumber ranch dressing with 1/..

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What is the difference between mocha and latte?

Typically, a latte has between a 1-to-3 and a 1-to-9 espresso to steamed milk ratio. In most cases, a latte is made with one or two shots of espresso, 5 or 6 ounces of steamed milk, and a layer of foamed milk. A mocha is usually composed of two shots of espresso, 2 ounces of hot chocolate, 1 ounce of steamed milk and a layer of foamed milk.

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What are Illinois policies on legumes?

Growers cannot sell legume seeds or their fruits on a large scale without a license from the Department of Agriculture. Having received their licenses, these growers must comply with the federal Food Safety Modernization Act. Congress passed the act in 2010, requiring that growers keep thorough records regarding seeds used, soil type and temperature, water sources, and history of pesticide use. Growers must also record the names of individuals in direct contact with the plants and safety plans.\nThe Illinois Cottage Food Operation Law permits individuals who grow and sell non-hazardous food in..

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What is a good recipe for soft tea cakes?

To make the easy tea cakes, preheat the oven to 350 F. Cream 1 stick of butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar for about four minutes. Add 4 beaten eggs and mix thoroughly. Mix in 1/2 cup of sour milk or buttermilk, and then gradually stir in 4 cups of flour. Roll the dough into a thin layer, cut it into circles and place the rounds on a buttered baking pan. Bake the cakes for about eight minutes or until they are yellow in color. This recipe makes about 24 tea cakes. It takes 30 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of bake time.\nTo make Paula Deen's Southern tea cake recipe, sift 4 cups of..

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How long do you boil chicken before grilling?

Chicken breasts should be boiled for about 10 minutes prior to grilling, while legs, thighs and other parts take approximately five minutes. Chicken wings take the longest at around 20 minutes of boiling time. Boiling should only be to partially cook the meat but not to cook it all the way through. Spices can be added to the water and marinade can be added after boiling.

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What is a food that starts with the letter X?

A watermelon's nutritional value is found mostly in the rind. In fact, 95 percent of the nutritional value is found in the rind and the white parts of the melon so it makes a great juicing ingredient for those who like to juice. Watermelons help to keep skin fresh and the body hydrated as well as cleaning out the kidneys of toxins. Watermelons are great for eyesight because they contain a lot of vitamin A and for brain power as they contain a lot of vitamin B6.\nWild watermelons first originated in southern Africa and can be classified as both a fruit and a vegetable. The watermelon, or x..

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Is it safe to eat coffee grounds?

It has been found that the moderate consumption of coffee, and coffee beans, has been linked to lower risk factors for Diabetes Mellitus Type II, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and a host of heart, kidney, and liver problems, notes the Cancer Prevention and Treatment Fund. While eating actual ground coffee isn't as common as eating the whole bean or preparing it as a hot drink, eating coffee grounds can still give you many of the benefits of digesting coffee with the added boost of antioxiants.

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How do you make King Ranch chicken casserole?

Saute one chopped onion and one chopped bell pepper in 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet on medium-high heat, and add 2 cups of cooked, diced chicken to the mixture. Continue cooking, and add one 10 3/4-ounce can each of cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soup and one 10-ounce can of tomatoes with diced green chiles. Stir in 1 teaspoon of chili powder and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt, garlic powder and black pepper.\nTear 12 corn tortillas into 1-inch strips. Place 1/3 of the tortillas in the bottom of a greased 13- by 9-inch baking pan, top with 1/3 of the chicken mixture, and sprinkle 2/3 c..

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