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Safeway, Supervalu To Stop Buying "Pink Slime" Beef

Two of the biggest U.S. supermarket operators, Safeway Inc and Supervalu Inc, will stop buying the ammonia-treated beef product critics call "pink slime" because of customer concerns, the companies said on Wednesday.

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How To Buy Vietnamese Rice Paper

Rice paper used for Vietnamese food is made from rice, water, and salt. Rice paper is a thin steamed rice sheet that has been dried. Traditionally, rice paper gets dried on bamboo mats or stretchers of sorts, which explains why they have a woven pattern. You can soften it in warm water and eat.
Starbucks Goes Beyond Coffee With First Juice Bar

Starbucks Corp opened the first store in its new Evolution Fresh juice bar chain on Monday, its biggest move outside coffee aimed at boosting the company's position in the $50 billion health food sector.
World Chefs: Hom seeks the yin-and-yang in Chinese food

To learn Chinese cooking, it helps to understand the concept of yin and yang. Meals, typically shared with others, should aim for a balance among a variety of ingredients: some are considered cooling foods (yin), others are heating foods (yang).
Spring Is Here: Potato and Olive Salad

This is a twist on your average potato salad. The dressing is not a mayo, but a mix of olive oil, kalamata olives, parsley and garlic that will add freshness in your lives.
Refreshing Spring Dessert Idea: Triple Lemon Layer Cake

The tang of lemon curd and fresh lemon juice balances the sweetness of this layer cake. Ingredients For cake 2 1/3 cups cake flour 2-3/4 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar 2 tbsp finely grated lemon zest 6 oz unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup milk, at room temperature 5 large egg whites, at room temperature 1/4 tsp cream of tartar For lemon curd 2 tsp finely grated fresh lemon zest 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup and 2 tbsp granulated sugar 3 large egg yolks 1/4 tsp guar gum 2 oz unsalted butter 1/4 tsp lemon extract For lemon frosting 8 oz unsalted butter, softened 3 1/2 cups confectioners sugar 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 2 tsp finely grated fresh lemon zest 1/2 tsp lemon extract Directions Cake 1.
First Day of Spring Idea: Asparagus Soufflé

Fresh asparagus soufflés would be a great brunch menu, first course or a side dish. Try to prepare quickly with a light touch.
Tasty and Easy Smoked Salmon Chowder

With a small piece of smoked salmon, you can create a delicious chowder! This is a simple soup for when the soul could use a little warming.
The Ultimate Irish Lace Cookie Recipe

Oats, butter, and brown sugar - these three famous Irish ingredients make elegant and tasty teatime cookies.
Pumpernickel and polenta soda bread

This dense dark loaf has a rich caraway flavor and the faintest earthy hint of molasses. Ingredients 1/4 cup fine polenta 3/4 cup stone-ground wholemeal flour 1/2 cup unbleached plain flour 1/2 cup rye flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp bicarb soda 1 tsp salt, crushed 1 tsp caraway seeds 1 1/3 cups buttermilk 1 tbsp honey 1 tbsp blackstrap molasses A little extra flour, for dusting Directions 1.
Irish Flag Three Tiered Salad

To make the first two layers ahead is recommended before adding the next layer. To make the first two layers ahead is recommended before adding the next layer.
Corned Beef Reuben Sandwich

A perfect combination of corned beef with rye bread, Swiss cheese, and cabbage. Ingredients Sandwich 2 tbsp butter, softened 10 slices rye bread 10 slices Swiss cheese 1 pound corned beef brisket, thinly sliced 1/2 pound sauerkraut 1/3 cup Russian Dressing Russian Dressing 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1 1/2 tbsp ketchup 1 1/2 tsp prepared horseradish 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce Salt and pepper to taste Directions 1.
Fancy but Easy: Garlic Creamy Shrimp Pasta

This pasta with shrimp and garlic is perfect for a weekday dinner, because it's elegant enough to serve guests, but simple to cook in a short time.
How to Cook With Beer: 5 Guinness Stout Recipes

Guinness Beer is one of the first things to come to mind on St. Patrick’s Day. With more than 250 years of history, Guinness has been considered one of Ireland’s most revered stout beers. It also adds a subtly sweet grain flavor and enhances the tastes of steaks, stews, fry-ups, and even dessert such as ice cream and cake. Let's learn how to cook with Guinness beer using these delicious recipes.
Weight Watchers Sees Growth In Slimming Men

David Kirchhoff, chief executive officer of Weight Watchers International Inc, shed 35 pounds (15.9 kg) with his company's program and sees a growth opportunity in helping more men shrink their waistlines.