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Tequila is a distilled beverage made from the blue agave plant, which grows in the city of Tequila, Mexico. Tequila comes in an abundant array of colors that ranges from a simple clear distilled beverage to a dark amber brown. The color of the tequila varies greatly depending on the aging process and the type of wood used for storage. The white version of tequila, known as silver tequila or blanco, is the product obtained without a (or with very short) aging process. Some of the popular cocktails made with tequila include margaritas, tequila sunrise, This cookbook contains many tequila ...

Pumpkin spice is an spice mix used to give that flavorful taste to pumpkin pie in America and Great Britain. It is generally a blend of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice. When October roles around each year, pumpkin pie spice makes its appearance in many Halloween recipes, not only pumpkin pie but almost any food or drink imaginable. Pumpkin spice continues it's popularity in many dishes through Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year Celebrations where it is quietly shelved until the next Fall season. You will find pumpkin spice in beer, cocktails, pie, cakes deserts, ...

Pita, is a round flatbreads baked from wheat flour and is common in the Mediterranean, Middle East, and neighboring areas. Food is spooned into the middle of the pita and then folded over to be eaten like a sandwich. Famously, many pitas have a precut pocket for the contents. Sometimes, a pita is toasted and then cut into wedges to be used to scoop up various dips. Different seasonings may be sprinkled onto the wedges. Pita can be used to scoop sauces or dips, such as hummus, or to wrap kebabs, gyros, or falafel in the manner of sandwiches. In the United States, pita pockets are stuffed ...

76 Delicious Hawaiian Recipes in This Cookbook Traditional Hawaiian cuisine predominantly features fruits an vegetables grown on the volcanic island. Since Hawaii is a series of islands, there is also an abundance of fish and seafood. Hawaiian cuisine is a mixture of both Polynesian and Asian influence. Macadamia nuts, pineapple and coconut are all grown on the island and are present in many dishes. When visiting the Hawaiian Islands, many people will attend a luau which is a festive celebration full of dancing and music. A pig is roasted on an open fire and is brought out as part of the ...

The Northern Pacific Railway started serving baked Idaho potatoes to diners in 1908, with a selection of fillings and topping to make them more interesting and exciting. In earlier kitchens, baking potatoes were a convenience. They did they not require any water to cook and overcooking them did little to detract from the taste or texture of the interior flesh. With most homes having fires going mostly non-stop, baking potatoes was a simple matter of throwing something on the stove. Potatoes are a very good staple and base for a variety of toppings. A baked potato makes a convenient pocket ...

Lima beans have been grown in Peru for the past 9,000 years. It is named after Peru's capital, Lima. The plant's proper name, “lunatus,” means “half-moon” and refers to the shape of the bean. Potatoes, quinoa, and lima beans were staple products during the Incan empire in the Andes region. Beans are packed with protein, fiber, and other nutrients, making them a superfood. Lima beans are an especially good source of iron. One cup of lima beans contains roughly one quarter of your daily recommended iron. Lima beans are sometimes called butter beans, especially in the Southern United ...

73 Hummus Recipes in This Cookbook! Hummus is a traditional food from the Middle East made from mashed chickpeas or other beans and then blended with olive oil, tahini or other ingredients. It is tasty and healthy. People eat it as a dip or as a spread.Hummus is sold in many stores, but the varieties are limited and the ingredients may be questionable. This cookbook contains tons of hummus recipes made from fresh quality ingredients in many varieties so that you will never be bored. Enjoy! Recipes Include Classic Hummus Spicy Hummus Sweet Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Pumpkin Hummus Cilantro ...

Sweet corn is a summer favorite at picnics, cookouts and barbecues. It is best served on the cob with all the flavor is fresh and locked in. There are many different things to put on top of this delicious hot weather treat. This cookbook contains many recipes to sprinkle, brush or dip on your corn on the cob. Whether it is grilled, baked, boiled or microwaved.

70 Maryland Chesapeake Blue Crab Recipes in This Cookbook Maryland Chesapeake Blue Crab recipes from a true Marylander! The blue crab is indigenous to the Maryland Chesapeake Bay, which is a large bay that bifurcates the state of Maryland. Ocean City is the popular summer destination where just about all Maryland have been to in one point in their life, if not many. The blue crab is so popular in this coastal state, the state motto is "Maryland is for Crabs!" The Maryland Blue Crab have a unique taste that is sweeter than most other crabs. Therefore, for a recipe to be truly Maryland style ...

Mussels Cookbook Mussels are a delicious seafood that is loved by the French and can be found on many corner cafes in Paris. Mussels can be steamed or put into a soup, casserole, breaded or stuffed. There are many ways to prepare mussels. This cookbook contains many varieties of dishes using mussels to make and enjoy. Recipes Include: Mussels Mariniere Paella Drunken Mussels Mussels Marinara Steamed Mussels Mussels in Curry Cream Sauce Bouillabaisse Mussels Vinaigrette Greek Mussels Mediterranean Seafood Medley New England Mussels Lemon Jalapeno Marinated Mussels Seafood Alfredo with ...

Delicious Recipes for Stuffed Bell Peppers in This Cookbook Bell peppers are a delicious vegetable that come in a variety of colors. Traditionally, they are green and they change color as they ripen. You can buy bell peppers in green, red, orange or yellow. They also get sweeter as they ripen. Bell peppers make an excellent container to stuff a variety of mixtures and foods inside. Traditionally, when people think of stuffed bell peppers, they think of either rice or beef. But in actuality bell peppers can be stuffed with a wide variety of ingredients. And stuffed bell peppers are great for...

Maine is a state in the northeastern most corner of the United States and is famous for two things: Lobster and the author, Stephen King. Maine is a place rich with maple trees. Maple syrup and maple sugar are two of the state's primary exports. Wild blueberries are abundant in Maine and it is one of their state foods, including the famous Maine blueberry pie. Maine is also a coastal state that prides itself on seafood dishes and fresh produce from the many organic farms. Everyone has heard of Maine lobster. It is a popular tourist destination in the autumn to view the colorful leaves of ...

54 Christmas Gingerbread Recipes in this Cookbook Nothing reminds us of Christmas quite like gingerbread. Gingerbread can take the form of a cake, bread, cookie or biscuit. Everyone recognizes gingerbread men and gingerbread houses in many countless fairy tales.If you want your house to look and smell like Christmas, you bring out the gingerbread. Have you ever thought of all the different ways that there are to make and serve gingerbread. This cookbook contains lot and lots of recipes for this traditional holiday treat. Some are old fashioned and some are new waiting to become a new ...

Christmas Cookie Recipes The Christmas holidays bring family, friends and good cheer. What is Christmas without delicious Christmas cookies? Different cultures around the world all love Christmas cookies but they all have their own variety of this tasty holiday treat. This book is jammed packed with over 80 scrumptious recipes from around the globe. From traditional gingerbread men to the French lace cookies. Enjoy a variety of Christmas cuisines and Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays to all! Recipes Include Christmas Sugar Cookies Shortbread Christmas Cookies Chinese Christmas Cookies ...

50 Egg Recipes in This Cookbook! If you have backyard Chickens, I’m sure that you have come across the dilemma of having more eggs than you know what to do with! Having scrambled eggs every day just isn’t cutting it. But what is a suburban farmer to do? Well, look no further, I have compiled a list of 50 great egg recipes so that you can start to fulfill your dream of living off the land (at least partially) and know that you are feeding your family without good wholesome eggs that come from your own chickens. Quiche, frittatas, breakfast burritos and many more recipes. Recipes Include:...

55 Avocado Recipes in This Cookbook Avocados are one of the world's great superfoods. Avocados have been used for centuries in natural remedies and delicious meals. A single avocado can provide 234 calories, making it an incredibly healthy and delicious snack. Not only are they delicious, but they contain up to 20 vitamins and minerals essential to proper nutrition. Avocados work as a probiotic to help with digestion. Because of this, they also help prevent halitosis which is bad breath. Avocados are great for eye health because they are saturated with a carotenoid called lutein, which ...

Rattlesnake 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 in the Southwest United States, one source that is plentiful is the Diamondback Rattlesnake. It is also revered in the west as a source of sport, meat and leather as there are many snake events called Rattlesnake Round-up Rodeos where contestants compete in catching snakes and ...

So you prep and you prep for the end of days and then the zombie apocalypse finally happens. Luckily you have Recipes For the Zombie Apocalypse Vol. 1: Cooking Meals with Shelf Stable Foods and you have made lots of delicious meals using only items from your pantry. But then the apocalypse starts to drag on a little longer than anticipated and as you use your items that you canned, bottled, stockpiled and stored you begin to worry. What if you don’t have enough in your pantry? Plus, you start to miss having fresh greens or fresh nuts and berries. Wait a minute! You could forage for foods!...

Polish Cookbook Poland, officially the Republic of Poland, is a country in Central Europe. The history of Polish spans thousands of years. Throughout the late antiquity period it became extensively diverse, with various cultures and tribes settling on the vast Central European Plain. However, it was the Polans who dominated the region and gave Poland its name. Polish cuisine is highly eclectic due to Poland's history. Polish cuisine shares many similarities with other Central European cuisines, including German, Austrian, Jewish, French, Italian and Turkish. Polish dishes are usually rich ...

A crêpe is a very thin type of pancake. Crêpes can be sweet or savory. They are often served with a wide variety of fillings such as cheese, jam, or chocolate. Crêpes are also sometime flambéed, such as in crêpes Suzette. The French term "crêpe" derives from crispa, the feminine version of the Latin word “crispus.” Crêpe are popular in many parts of the world including France, Belgium, Norway, Japan and the United States. They are sometimes served as street food where they are rolled and then hand held for eating on the go. This cookbook contains a wide variety of delicious ...