Eating out in China can be a different experience than eating out in America. Two of my favorite dishes to have when I go out and eat are Chinese hot pot and barbeque. Chinese hot pot is like a fondue pot but instead of oil [...]
Transforming Comfort Food: Healthy and Nutritious Options When I have flashbacks of the long ago days when almost any rich delicious food was a comfort food for me, I also remember the aches and pains and how hard it was to get around when I [...]
This holiday honors Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, and is celebrated by Americans of Irish descent and many other nationalities with parades, dinners, Irish jigs, and songs. There are more people of Irish descent in the United States than there are in Ireland. [...]
Why Fruits and Vegetables Are Key to a Healthy Diet This is my favorite time of the year for fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are the mainstay of Chinese meals, and meats are used as a condiment. Very few Chinese people have extra weight [...]
How Emotions and Stress Influence Eating Habits Our emotional state is often tied to what we eat and how we feel about ourselves. Self-image and self-confidence are also important parts of the package. As I embarked on book tours with various media, I found myself [...]
Food Creates Special Memories When You Travel Whenever I travel, my mind flashes back to my favorite class at Brigham Young University. As I neared my senior year I had missed taking a class in the nutrition department. The only class that I can work [...]
Greenland is more than just ice and glaciers—it’s a place of incredible beauty, rich traditions, and unforgettable experiences. In September, I visited Scoresby Sound, a fjord in the heart of Greenland. This remarkable destination reveals a unique side of this Arctic gem, where fall colors [...]
Meat Loaf in an Onion - An Unusual Family Treat Method: Foil cooking Time: 40 minutes Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef 1 egg 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 4 medium onions 2 tablespoons chopped onion (from centers) Instructions: Prepare the Onions: [...]
Tent Care When you have chosen the type of shelter best for you and spent your hard-earned cash for it, you will expect it to serve you well. Remember—if you treat it well, it will reciprocate. Keep Your Tent Dry Be aware that nylon mildews [...]
Enchilada Pie—A Super Supper Method: Dutch oven | Time: 30 minutes Looking for a quick and delicious meal that the whole family will love? This Enchilada Pie, made in a Dutch oven, is an easy, savory dish that combines the flavors of enchiladas with the [...]
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