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Turmeric is a popular spice in Mediterranean and Indian dishes. It is used a lot in rice and curries. It can be added to drinks such as tea or smoothies. Turmeric can be used in soups, salads and with meats such as chicken or lamb. Turmeric has many health and healing benefits. It has the potential to prevent heart disease, Alzheimer's and cancer. It's an antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory. It may also help improve symptoms of depression and arthritis. This cookbook is full of delicious recipes that use turmeric for its many healthy healing benefits.

113 Delicious Philadelphia Recipes in This Cookbook! Philadelphia cuisine is not limited to cheese steak. In reality, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is a mecca for original recipes and food dishes that have become so ingrained in the American culture, many people don’t realize their origins or association with the City of Brotherly Love, as the locals call it. The city was founded by William Penn, who is the namesake for state of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia or “Philly” is one of the oldest cities in the United States. It is the economic anchor to the area known as the “Delaware Valley”...

Orzo is a type of pasta that's similar to rice in shape, size, and texture. It can also be said that it looks like barley. Orzo is Italian for "barley," which is because it resembles this grain. Orzo is a "pastina," which is a category of tiny shapes commonly used for soups. Besides soups, orzo can also be used as a substitute for rice in casseroles or stews. It can also be mixed with sauces and herbs for a delicious side dish or main course. This cookbook contains a delicious array of traditional and unique orzo recipes.

Duck Recipes for the Zombie Apocalypse When the end of days are upon us, our stockpiles of food may not be enough. Gardens and foraging may sustain some, but many people need meat to not just survive, but to thrive during the zombie apocalypse. Many will turn to hunting and what food source is plentiful and tasty, but wild duck meat. Ducks are plentiful and breed quickly. Even if you aren’t a hunter, they can be bred and raised for food. Many preppers, hunters and survivalists turn to duck as a means for sustainable living. This cookbook explores the many ways that preppers can prepare ...

52 Quiche Recipes in This Cookbook A quiche is a wonderful and savory egg pie that originated in Lorraine, France in 1605.A quiche usually has a crust, however in America there are crust-less varieties to satisfy anyone on a low carb diet. There are many varieties of quiche pies available with various vegetables, cheeses and meats added to the filling to create as many different unique combinations as possible. Vegans use tofu instead of eggs to create a variety that adheres to their dietary palette. This cookbook explores a plethora of delicious mouthwatering quiche recipes for everyone to...

Traditional Memphis RecipesMemphis, Tennessee is known worldwide as the home of the Blues and the birthplace of Rock and Roll. It is known for such great artists as Elvis Presley, Isaac Hayes and Johnny Cash. Memphis is known for barbecue. Memphis style barbecue is one of the top four styles of barbecue popular in the United States. The Memphis uses pork that has been smoked in a smoker over a long period of time: usually several hours. The sauce is typically a dry rub for the ribs but wet sauce is also used for sandwiches and other nontraditional dishes such as pizza, spaghetti and nachos....

Penne is a cylinder-shaped pasta with angled ends. Penne comes from the word for pen. It was originally created to look like the end of a writing nib of a fountain pen. Penne is often used in casseroles, baked dishes and as a base for many different sauces. Penne can be topped with cheese, pesto, tomato sauce and a variety of herbs. This cookbook contains many delicious traditional and unique recipes using penne pasta.

Waffle is a dish made from batter or dough that is cooked between two plates or "waffle iron" that have a checkered patterned. Waffles are traditionally served for breakfast with butter and maple syrup, but they can also be served at lunch or dinner as in chicken and waffles. They can also be served as a dessert as in chocolate waffles. The Belgian waffle is popular which is very thick and has larger and deeper squares with which to catch the toppings such as ice cream. Waffles are incredibly versatile and are great at making a wide range of meals - both sweet and savory. Learn how to make ...

69 Potato Salad Recipes in This Cookbook Potato salad is a staple at every picnic, church function, family gathering and office party. The basic ingredients are usually potatoes and mayonnaise plus some other ingredients, although there are versions without mayo. There are lots of ways to potato salad and this cookbook has lots of varieties of this classic side dish for you to try. There are recipes for German potato salad, Amish Potato salad, classic potato salad and spicy potato salad. With all these delicious mouth-watering recipes, you can impress your friends and family at your next ...

Shiitake mushrooms are not only a delicious food used in many Asian dishes, but it is also used for many medicinal purposes. An extract made from this mushroom is used as medicine. Shiitake mushroom is used for boosting the immune system, HIV/AIDS, lowering blood cholesterol levels, hardening of the arteries, diabetes, eczema, colds and flu, treating prostate or breast cancer, and as an anti-aging agent. Shiitake mushrooms are used in soups, stews, noodle dishes and many other recipes. Please enjoy all the healing properties of this ancient superfood with all the scrumptious recipes in this...

55 Egg Noodle Recipes in This Cookbook Egg noodles are the perfect base for many savory and even sweet dishes. Egg noodles are used quite often in casseroles. They are also used as a nest for rich sauces such as stroganoff or meat sauce. Most people have a bag of dried egg noodles in their cupboard. This recipe book gives simple steps on how to make egg noodles from scratch but it also gives instructions for a plethora of delicious meal that use egg noodles whether fresh or from a bag. Enjoy these yummy egg noodle recipes any day of the week.

Cucumbers are a light refreshing summer vegetable that goes great in salads, sushi and sandwiches. There are many delicious ways to prepare cucumbers. They can be chopped, sliced or pureed. Cucumbers contain antioxidants, are high in fiber and can aid in weight loss. This cookbook contains many tasty cucumber recipes for you to make.

Spaghetti is a long, thin, solid, cylindrical pasta. It is a staple food of Italian cuisine. Spaghetti is cooked and then topped with a variety of sauces, such as tomato, pesto or clams. Quite often herbs and cheese are sprinkled on top. Non-traditional dishes are created with spaghetti such as spaghetti pie, spaghetti casserole or spaghetti tacos. This cookbook contains a delicious array of traditional and unique spaghetti recipes.

53 Canadian Holiday Christmas Recipes in This Cookbook The Christmas holiday season in Canada is a time of great delicious culinary treats. Christmas in Canada consists of many delicious dishes such as sweet potato casserole, mashed potatoes and Brussel sprouts. Wild turkey is abundant in Canada and this cookbook includes many different ways to cook them for your holiday feast. Cranberries are a national food, therefore cranberries are included as part of the celebration. Special holiday French Canadian dishes include butter tart, mulled drinks, Tourtiere, Nanaimo Bars, and a Buche de Noel ...

Ziti is a tube-shaped pasta noodle that originated in Italy. Baked ziti, which contains cheese and pasta sauce, is a classic Italian-American comfort food. Ziti is often used in casseroles, baked dishes and as a base for many different sauces. Ziti can be topped with cheese, pesto, tomato sauce and a variety of herbs. Ziti is traditionally served as the first course in a wedding lunch in Italy. This cookbook contains many delicious traditional and unique Ziti recipes.

58 Traditional Boston Massachusetts Recipes from New England in This CookbookBoston is the most populous city, as well as the capital of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is home to the Boston Red Sox baseball team as well as the New England Patriots NFL Football team and the Boston Celtics Basketball team.Boston was a colonial town and has a lot of American heritage and history surrounding it, including the famous Boston Tea Party where Americans boycotted a tax from England on imported tea by throwing shipments in to the Boston Harbor.Being a seaport city, Bostonians enjoy a variety ...

56 Ravioli Recipes in This Cookbook Ravioli is an Italian dish where pasta envelopes stuffed with fillings such as meat, vegetables or cheese. Different sauces are then poured on top such as cream, tomato or pesto. Sometimes other ingredients such as vegetables or meats are added to the sauce for added flavor and texture. Ravioli can be bake, fried or boiled. It can then be served hot or cold, depending on the dish. This cookbook is full of delicious variations of this scrumptious Italian dish.

50 Tilapia Fish Recipes in This Cookbook Tilapia is an inexpensive, mild white fish that’s easy to prepare and cook, making it a popular dinner choice. Tilapia is often farmed and therefore quite inexpensive to buy. It is the fourth most popular fish in the United States behind tuna, salmon and Alaskan pollock. It has been given the nickname the "aqua-chicken." This cookbook has many delicious tilapia recipes. Recipes Include: Marinated Grilled Tilapia Tomatoes and Corn Tilapia Parmesan Tilapia Jalapeno Cajun Tilapia Orange Tilapia Tilapia Scampi Balsamic Tilapia Cajun Fried Tilapia Lemon...

80 Delicious Georgia State Recipes in This Cookbook! Georgia is located in the southern eastern part of the United States. It is a coastal state and well known for cities such as Savannah, Atlanta and Augusta. It is the setting for many stories such as Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil as well as Gone With the Wind. Georgia is the top pecan-producing state in the nation. Pecan pie and other delicious pecan recipes are a signature favorite amongst Georgians. River Street Sweets in Savannah should top your list of stops on a foodie road trip. Savannah’s oldest candy store offers its ...

Linguine is a type of pasta similar to spaghetti. However, it is long and flat instead of long and round. Linguine is Italian for "little tongues." It is not as wide as fettuccine. Linguine is cooked and then topped with a variety of sauces, such as tomato, pesto or clam sauce. Quite often herbs and cheese are sprinkled on top. Non-traditional dishes are created with linguine such as linguine pie, linguine casserole or linguine tacos. This cookbook contains a delicious array of traditional and unique linguine recipes.