Hold the salt Oct 31, 2009
Unless you read every food label and never eat out, youre probably getting far more sodium than the suggested daily allowance of 2,400 milligrams per day about a teaspoon of table salt ... A sodium intake of less than 2,400 milligrams -- which is about a teaspoon of table salt -- has been the federal dietary guideline. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Hand Sanitizer Vs. Soap: Which Works Best? Oct 30, 2009
The key with hand sanitizers is to use at least a half a teaspoon or enough that it takes 15 to 20 seconds before it's dry. Next, we tried out some soaps. (ABC News -- Business)
No trick to making this treat Oct 30, 2009
1/2 teaspoon vanilla ... 2 teaspoons baking soda ... 1/2 teaspoon baking powder. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Gluten-Free Doesn't Mean Flavor-Free Oct 29, 2009
Horseradish Dipping Sauce 1/2 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons ketchup 1/2 teaspoon McCormick seasoned salt 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons prepared horseradish 1/4 teaspoon paprika. Batter 1 cup white rice flour 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon salt 2 large egg yolks 3/4 cup gluten-free beer ... 1 cup tapioca flour 1/2 cup sweet white rice flour 1/2 cup white rice flour 1/2 cup potato starch 1/2 cup cornstarch 1 1/2 teaspoons... (CBS News -- Health)
Oats are healthful addition to menus Oct 28, 2009
1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1 1/4 cup quick-cooking (not instant) oats. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Natural Treatments for Ear Infectio... Oct 28, 2009
Tea tree oil, 5 drops mixed with one teaspoon of olive oil relieves pain, inflammation, and fights infection. Garlic oil has similar actions, open a a commercial gelcap and squeeze directly in the ear. (Suite101.com)
Light Spinach Balls ease party-table guilt Oct 28, 2009
0 1/2 cup light mayonnaise1 cup liquid egg substitute1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed1 onion, grated3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided use1 (16-ounce) bag frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry2 cups seasoned herb stuffing cubes, such as Sage Stove Top Stuffing1. In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, egg substitute, garlic, pepper and thyme. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Pit bull, cat a strange, inseparable duo Oct 28, 2009
Trying to run a rescue in this city is like trying to drain a swimming pool with a teaspoon and then it starts to rain. That means animals are dying. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Dondero: Transylvanian goulash a tasty Halloween treat Oct 28, 2009
1/2 teaspoon marjoram or oregano. 1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds, bruised with a mallet or rolling pin ... 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Viking Classic plays up chefs' appeal Oct 28, 2009
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. Gary Pettus gpettus@clarionledger. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Chili hits the spot Oct 28, 2009
Fresh garlic or canned minced garlic (1 teaspoon of minced garlic) ... Pantry: 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 2 teaspoons chili powder, 2 teaspoons ... 2 teaspoons ground cumin. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Holiday entertaining help is on the way Oct 28, 2009
2 teaspoon ground black pepper. Two 3- to 3 1/2-pound whole sides of salmon with skin (should be about 1 1/2 inches thick at the thickest part). (The Augusta Chronicle)
Family Meals Matter: Give your kids a healthy meal before the big candy haul Oct 27, 2009
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika. 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper ... 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Family cookbook yields delicious recipes Oct 27, 2009
Karlicia s BrowniesRecipe submitted by Mrs. A.C. Robertson, Augusta KY. Germantown Fair1/2 cup shortening3/4 cup butter7 tablespoons cocoa3/4 cup flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 eggs1 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla ... Tami s Apricot BarsRecipe submitted by Mrs. Terry Komar, Oceanside, CA. Del Mar Fair2/3 cup dried apricots1/2 cup soft butter1/4 cup white sugar1 cup sifted flour 1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup brown sugar packed2 eggs, well beaten1/2 teaspoon... (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
One-dish dinners: Side dishes need not apply Oct 27, 2009
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon tomato paste. Salt and pepper. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Malibu dentist aims to ban mercury amalgam fillings (3) Oct 25, 2009
Would a person take a teaspoon full of pure mercury and swish it around in their mouth. Any sane person would answer no (hell no) to this question. (Malibu Times, CA)
Omega-3 deficiency may be hurting our hearts Oct 24, 2009
She purchased a bottle of Nordic Naturals' Children's DHA in liquid form and began putting half a teaspoon in her daughter's orange juice every morning. Within a week, the young girl was babbling and her tantrums stopped. (MSNBC -- Health)
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Oct 24, 2009
Why Some People Should Avoid This Food Product. MSG is called a "flavor enhancer." But it can also give you headaches, nausea, and other neurological ill effects if you're sensitive to this food additive. (Suite101.com)
Smooth ways to sneak 'superfoods' into your family's diet Oct 24, 2009
2 teaspoons grated fresh gingerroot. 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
Chef Fehmi: Cooking with apples Oct 22, 2009
5 medium-large Granny Smith apples peeled and thinly sliced (about 6 cups) 3 tablespoons granulated sugar Juice of one lemon teaspoon of ground cinnamon for apples teaspoon of ground cinnamon for crumb topping 2/3 cup all purpose flour cup old-fashioned oats cup packed light brown sugar 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 tablespoons of apple juice 1/3 cup coarsely chopped walnuts Vanilla ice cream for topping ... Combine and mix apples with granulated sugar,... (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Perfecting the Pancake Oct 22, 2009
For the batter 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts 2 tablespoons sugar 4 cups all-purpose flour 5 teaspoons baking soda 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 4 extra-large eggs 1 1/2 cups sour cream 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus more for the griddle and for brushing on the pancakes 2 3/4 cups milk ... 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 3 corn tortillas 3 extra large eggs 1/8 teaspoon pureed canned chipotles in adobo sauce 1/4 cup Pico de Gallo (see recipe below) 1/4 cup grated cotija cheese or... (CBS News -- Early Show)
HEALTHY EATING: Spices boost health benefits, too Oct 22, 2009
One teaspoon of cinnamon has the disease fighting antioxidant power of a full cup of pomegranate juice or half cup of blueberries. The specific kind of antioxidant compounds found in cinnamon called polyphenols have been shown to help regulate blood sugar levels and fight inflammation which can increase risk for heart disease and diabetes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Hiles News:Harvest dinner a wonderful evening Oct 22, 2009
1/2 teaspoon baking soda. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. (Forest Republican, WI)
Whole spices kick up taste with no fat Oct 21, 2009
5 teaspoons sesame oil or canola oil ... 1 teaspoon coriander seeds ... 1 teaspoon tamarind paste or concentrate. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Mystical mushrooms deserve their reputation Oct 21, 2009
1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger. 2 teaspoons minced garlic. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Familiar fall flavors Oct 21, 2009
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie or apple pie spice. 3 eggs. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Hiles News: A little taste of the freezin season Oct 20, 2009
1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1 teaspoon ground cumin ... 1 teaspoon dried oregano. (Forest Republican, WI)
First Health Fair a success Oct 20, 2009
Hy-Vees table displayed teaspoon packets of sugar piled on paper plates next to each item, and the number of teaspoons found in that item. For instance, a 20-ounce Mountain Dew has 19 teaspoons of sugar and a 12-ounce Sunny Delight has nine teaspoons of sugar ... One teaspoon of oil is the diameter of the 25-cent quarter. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Reese Halter: By poisoning bees, we imperil ourselves Oct 18, 2009
One teaspoon of honey weighing 21 grams contains 16 grams of sugar or 60 calories, and it took 12 bees their entire foraging lives, combined flying time of about 6,000 miles, to produce 21 grams of honey. To understand the importance of honeybees, consider that every third bite on your plate is a result of their primary role on the planet as pollinators; the most important group on Earth. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
SUNNY ATTITUDE: Chef with Carolina roots shares more than recipes on Food Network (55) Oct 18, 2009
1 teaspoon baking powder. 1 teaspoon salt. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
V is for vegan, and very well-fed Oct 17, 2009
1 teaspoon raw sugar ... 1 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
This recipe takes the (cheese)cake Oct 16, 2009
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. 6 tablespoons caramel ice cream topping, divided. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Meatloaf savvy . . . Oct 16, 2009
1 teaspoon black pepper. 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning ... 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Moms, do something tasty and healthful - eat a pear Oct 15, 2009
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
'Sharing Our Best': Cookbook proceeds to benefit Compassionate Care Fund Oct 14, 2009
1 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet. flour, salt and pepper. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Dondero: Zucchini Jambalaya not quite from Louisiana Oct 14, 2009
2 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning ("Louisiana" or "Cachere"). 3 tablespoons tomato paste plus 1/2 cup water. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The Skinny on Yogurt and Your Health Oct 13, 2009
I buy plain yogurt and add a teaspoon or two of strawberry jam. It has far less sugar than the high fructose corn syrup stuff (don't use jam made with corn syrup) and it tastes lots better. (CBS News)
Family Meals Matter: Enjoy Italian-American Heritage month with these family recipes Oct 13, 2009
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh basil ... 1 teaspoon garlic powder ... 1 teaspoon seasoning salt. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Fresh citrus makes cooking come alive Oct 12, 2009
1 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard. 1 1/2 teaspoon honey ... 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
The simple pleasures Oct 12, 2009
Publication Date: Sunday, October 11, 2009. By Kim WarmathFamily Fare. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Why apples are good for you Oct 12, 2009
Apple Crisp 5 cups sliced, peeled cooking apples2 tablespoons sugar or sugar substitute equivalent to 2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice1/2 cup regular rolled oats cup sugar or sugar substitute equal to cup sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour teaspoon apple pie spice3 tablespoons butterFrozen whipped dessert topping, thawed (optional)1 ... For filling: in a large bowl combine apples, 2 tablespoons sugar or sugar substitute, lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon of... (Erie Times-News, PA)
My mistress makes the best potato salad Oct 9, 2009
But here's Jessica's big secret: a teaspoon of horseradish in every batch. And here's my big secret: I have sweaty, adulterous sex with Jessica several times a month. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Grieving father warns parents about cold medicine Oct 9, 2009
Mickley cut the recommended dosage of one teaspoon in half the night before Logans death ... Mickley, 31, gave a half-teaspoon of Tylenol Plus Multi-Symptom Cold to his four older children and had given it to Logan previously. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Spicy Chicken And Rice Oct 9, 2009
1 tablespoon olive oil 12 ounces chicken tenders, cut into ;-inch strips 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped ; cup finely chopped onion 1 tablespoon minced jalape;o chili, or to taste () 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 (14-ounce) can stewed tomatoes with Mexican seasonings, cut into smaller pieces using kitchen shears 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 ; teaspoons chili powder, or to taste ; teaspoon ground cumin ; teaspoon salt ; teaspoon pepper ; teaspoon... (KIRO TV, WA)
Once you taste this twice-baked spud dish ... Oct 9, 2009
2 teaspoons garlic salt. 2 teaspoons garlic, minced. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Bring the heat to fall with chili Oct 6, 2009
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano ... 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Make your own all-natural play clay Oct 6, 2009
1 teaspoon baking soda ... Yellow 3/8 cup hot water and 1 teaspoon turmeric. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Family recipe stands the test of time (3) Oct 5, 2009
1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon ... Drop by teaspoon on ungreased cookie sheet. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Junkmans Gems Oct 5, 2009
Well, said the director, We fill up a bathtub and then we offer a teaspoon, a teacup and bucket to the patient and ask him or her to empty the bathtub. Oh, I understand, I said, A normal person would use the bucket because it s bigger than the spoon or the teacup. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Serious chocolate with local notes Oct 4, 2009
1 teaspoon baking soda. 1 teaspoon kosher salt ... 1/2 vanilla pod or 1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Salt central to a healthy Mediterranean diet Oct 3, 2009
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper. 1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves. (Chronicle Newspapers, VA)
An ancient prescription for good health Oct 3, 2009
So we can take Solomon's ancient prescription for troubled hearts one teaspoon at a time, being thankful for every good moment, shutting out the fears of tomorrow and taking in the blessings of today. Wise Solomon concluded his prescription with a warning about falling into doubt and negativism, adding "A broken spirit dries the bones,". (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Poke around in Michael Moore's past Oct 2, 2009
Join our social networks. Font size: A A A Published: October 02. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Hiles News: Fall colors are nearing their peak Oct 2, 2009
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ... Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar combined with 1 teaspoon cinnamon. (Forest Republican, WI)
Modernizing an old Swedish bread recipe Oct 2, 2009
1 teaspoon baking powder ... 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon ... 1/4 teaspoon white pepper. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Parmesan-crusted chicken fingers Oct 1, 2009
1 4 teaspoon ground black pepper. 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Guidance counselor loves to travel Oct 1, 2009
3 teaspoons sesame seeds ... 1 teaspoon Almond Extract ... 2 teaspoons baking powder. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Move over rice, quinoa a hearty substitute Sep 30, 2009
1 cup uncooked quinoa2 cups water1 garlic clove, minced1/2 sweet onion, chopped1 tomato, 1 large fresh jalapeno pepper, de-veined and chopped1 teaspoon oilOptional: salt, to taste. Bring quinoa and water to boil in a medium sauce pan. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Skewered meat gets to table quickly Sep 30, 2009
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper. 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger ... 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Dondero: No buffalo in these coconut chicken wings Sep 30, 2009
1 teaspoon whole fennel seeds. 2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds ... 3 teaspoons ground turmeric. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Let soup be your first, and last, course Sep 30, 2009
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil ... 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh dill or 11/2 teaspoons dried dill. (The Augusta Chronicle)
New state law bans smoking in public places, including bars, as of Oct. 1 Sep 30, 2009
teaspoon wrote on Sep 28, 2009 8:57 AM:" one solution would be to have smoking and non smoking bars, leave it up to the business owners to decide what they would like in their own establishments. ". riverrat wrote on Sep 28, 2009 6:08 AM:" What about the "chewers"? I have cleaned up after someone has spit their chew in our garbage at a Casino and it's gross. Do I know what's in thier spit? If they are going to cut out cigarettes,, they might as well cut out chewing in bars and casino's too. It's... (Montana Standard, MT)
Healthy Homemade Salad Dressing Rec... Sep 25, 2009
1/2 teaspoon sea salt. 1 teaspoon chopped basil, fresh or dried ... 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted. (Suite101.com)
Spice Up Your Table with Sugar Pumpkins Sep 25, 2009
INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 4 1/2 cups 3/4-inch cubes peeled seeded sugar pumpkin or butternut squash (from about one 1 3/4-pound whole pumpkin) 1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds* 8 curry leaves** 2 small red onions, cut into 1/3-inch wedges 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger 3 dried chiles de rbol 3/4 cup unsalted roasted cashews 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 1/2 cups canned unsweetened coconut milk 1 cup coconut... (CBS News -- Early Show)
Letter Warns About Tricky Dosing With Liquid Tamiflu for Kids Sep 25, 2009
The authors cite a case that they say is probably happening all over the United States: The parents of a 6-year-old girl diagnosed with the H1N1 virus received a prescription for Tamiflu Oral Suspension that told them to give her three-fourths of a teaspoon of the medicine two times a day. However, the dosing syringe inside the box was marked in milligrams. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
