Here are two recipes for making delicious chocolate confections. CHOCOLATE ROCKS 5 ozs. sweet chocolate 1/2 pint (1 cup) thick cream 2 tablespoonfuls hot sugar syrup 1 teaspoonful vanilla extract 1 oz. unsweetened chocolate 1/2 teaspoonful almond extract 1 lb. sweet grated chocolate 1/2 oz. melted cocoa-butter 1/2 teaspoonful rose ext

When you cook love radiates from your heart, seeps into the food and gives it the magical quality that ignites the soul. When you serve an elegant meal do it with some beautiful candles, good champagne or wine if you like, and a warm and loving smile. Cream of Zuchinni soup with tarragon Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon of crushed peppercorns 2 s

Southern chocolate cobbler: Southern chocolate cobbler doesn't exactly sound like something edible. However, do try this recipe and you will be hooked. The following are ingredients needed to make the southern chocolate cobbler: 1 cup self-rising flour 1/2 cup sugar 2 tablespoons baking cocoa, plus 1/4 cup baking cocoa, divided 1/2

Chocolate chip cookies are a wonderful treat for the entire family and really easy to make. The right ingredients can make the most of whichever recipe you prefer to use. First, always stick with real butter. Margarine just doesn't work as well and it has trans fats. The real butter is in many ways better for you. It is definitely better for cho

Chinese cuisine has gained popularity in the global community. A Chinese restaurant exists in every single key major city in the world. These Chinese delicacies have been a worldwide favorite because of its unique taste and delicate blend of flavors and herbs. No wonder a lot of people from different parts of the globe would want to learn on how to

Sometime ago I wanted to take my family on another camping trip which everyone in my family seems to enjoy. I wanted to make this one a little different because I know people get bored with the same limited food choices. So I decided to come up with a more exciting camping recipe than usual. If you feel like trying something different when campi

Many people think it takes too long to cook at home, they are too busy or just do not have the time. It makes me so frustrated to hear people say this. I find time to make meals every day in my kitchen despite having a hectic life. Normally I cook the same dishes that you find at your favorite restaurants. Restaurants need to be able to serve larg

When there's snow on the ground and the air is crisp outside, candymaking is more fun than usual. That's why so many of us make so much candy around Christmas time. Even the words "Christmas candy" have a magical quality. Candied popcorn wreaths and stars, Santa Claus lollipops, candy canes, and the fascinating colored and shaped marzipan dainties

Nothing says summer like a good old down home barbecue. Just the thought of one brings back fond memories of smelling burgers on the grill, chasing after lightning bugs and a great fireworks display. What would summertime be without a bag of Kingsford charcoal and some potato salad? Barbecues give everyone a reason to invite their family members an

When someone talks of delightful Caribbean recipes, you must never mistake it for your normal recipe for cooking food. Caribbean islands of now are the result of intermingling of several cultures and that is what reflects in its cuisine also. Caribbean cuisines are a blend of cooking styles from all over the world but it has not lost its own authen

Most women today are career-oriented. They have hi-tech jobs and very hectic schedules. These jobs take up so much of their time that they have no time to spare for their personal life, be it their home, children or even their cooking. Cooking is something that women need to do a lot of. They need fast methods and easy recipes, in order to cook

Filo-wrapped crottin de Chavignol 1 crottin de chavignol 1 sheet filo pastry 20g butter melted 1 egg yolk 1 plum tomato vinaigrette ready prepared sea salt and pepper to taste 1 finely diced shallot 3 finely chopped basil leaves 1 Valencay goat's cheese. basil oil to decorate Preheat oven to 180C (gas mark 4). Fold the filo pas

Candy making is generally so simple that any school girl or boy may concoct for themselves or friends the finest of candies at very little expense. Below are hints on tools needed and other generalities to make candy making even easier. Candy Maker's Tools Unless one intends to make candy to sell, or on an unusually large scale, no large asso

Do you love Indian cuisine? If you're like me, the smell of Indian spices is one of life's most wonderful experiences. But many Indian dishes, such as samosas, are loaded with fat from deep frying. Here is a way to experience the exquisite flavor of samosas without the need to drag out your deep fryer. You'll love these wraps as much as samosas

First get these ingredients: 2 "Ready to Bake" pie crusts 5 large eggs 1 1/2 cups Half & Half 8 oz. Cheddar/Monterey Jack Cheese (shredded fine) 12 oz. bacon (fried crisp) 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper 1/2 cup diced green onion tops 1/2 cup diced yellow onion 1 large pickled jalapeno (seeded & vein remove