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When you think Hawaii, you may think of tropical. And when you think tropical, you think of pineapple. But that is just one of the many tastes associated with the Pacific Island state. Hawaii is really a melting pot of a state and a melting pot of cultures; much of their food has a blend of flavors.

When it comes to a beef jerky recipe with a Hawaiian flair, it's no wonder then that there are a variety of flavors that will create a luau inside anyone's mouth!

Below is a recipe for Hawaiian beef jerky. This recipe, as mentioned above contains several different flavor bursts. There is some ginger for spice. Some brown sugar for sweetness. Some pepper and Cayenne pepper for a little fire. Some soy sauce for saltiness. And we can't forget that pineapple.

Ingredients:

1 lb lean meat, thinly sliced

1 tsp salt

1 tsp ground ginger

1 tbsp brown sugar

1/4 tsp pepper

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

1 crushed garlic clove

1/4 c pineapple juice

1/4 c soy sauce

Directions:

1. Slice meat in thin strips.

2. In a bowl, combine all ingredients of marinade and mix well.

3. Place meat 3-4 layers deep in a container, spooning sauce mixture over each layer.

4. Cover tightly and marinate 6-12 hours in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally.

5. Layout on trays, 24 to 36 hours in dehydrator (or follow directions for oven).

Now all you need is a grass skirt and some coconut milk!

REVIEW: Not sure if you can make your own?

Analei V. of Salem always wanted to go to Hawaii. At least she got a taste of Hawaiian beef jerky when she tried a piece of her friend's Holston Mountain Hawaiian Beef Jerky. The website said that the jerky is sweeter than its other flavors. Analei agreed saying, "There was a real hint of pineapple, which was an interesting combination for beef. I am so used to pineapple being on ham. This was a very unique jerky. I didn't even know you could have fruity jerky! The piece of jerky was huge, too. I am used to thin sticks, but this was an enormous piece. A little hard to chew." The Holston Mountain Hawaiian Jerky is available on their website in three sizes from $8-$21.

If you found this information on hawaiian beef jerky useful, you'll want to read this article about beef jerky seasoning salt.

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Chinese cooking calls for the highest of creative culinary preparations and forms of presenting dishes besides asking for a basic set of Chinese cooking supplies. If you are one of the many people who crave the taste of authentic Chinese meals and want to whip up delicious dishes with a distinct Oriental taste, you?d be better off hoping for the perfect recipe achievement if you know how to draw the best out of this rich and varied culture of Chinese cooking, almost an art-form!

The lovers of Chinese food abound everywhere in the world, irrespective of geographical boundaries and ethnic orientations because the generous dose of spices and cultural limitations. The highly spiced and true Chinese dishes are cooked with the intention of serving all kinds of palates! Thus, the whole culture of using Chinese cooking supplies along with knowledge of the appropriate dining etiquette and suitable dishes for festival time besides specific uses of Chinese herbs and flavors according to their individual properties is what has popularized this cuisine globally.

When we speak about authentic Chinese cooking supplies being essential to bringing out the right flavors and nutrients in a dish, we are actually referring to the purchase and use of the appropriate utensils and other paraphernalia that professional chefs in China are accustomed to using for preparation of top-class Chinese meals. Thus, some basic Chinese cooking supplies that will add authenticity to the whole picture of preparing and presenting a Chinese meal include a wok, tang chi, iron Palette, rolling pin and the obvious - chopsticks! There are many more, but these few items form the basic list of necessary cooking gear used in Chinese meal preparation and eating with chopsticks an art that replaces using cutlery like forks and knives, which the Chinese despise as they associate it with hostility and their chopsticks are symbols of compassion and generosity. At times, foreigners find it difficult to use chopsticks during a meal but the Chinese love it as it is believed they add flavor and fun to eating noodles.

Among the most useful of Chinese cooking utensils is the Wok; it has many uses and is generally used for an array of services such as stir frying, steam-cooking, making stews and giving food a smoked flavor! Broad, sharp knives are favored by Chinese chefs for multipurpose chopping, dicing and carving meat, veggies and fruit dishes besides to julienne special stir-fried foods. A favored way of cooking buns, chicken and meat is steaming while noodles are boiled in sieves made of wire.

The conventional form of cooking Chinese meals using Chinese cooking supplies provides for health, happiness and balance in all aspects of enjoying a meal and therefore the stress laid on acquiring and using utensils that help cook the food right, fast and in flavorful manner - be it commercially or in a home-kitchen.

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Being a coffee snob myself and being able to smell the difference and taste the differences in coffees, I have started to write more about the Africa Private Estates Coffees. They have a special place in COFFEEDOM. A full flavor unmatched by any on the market. Well, here is the story behind them.

If you ever have the pleasure of tasting the fine coffees of Africa, you will notice a difference right away. You will see, taste and smell the difference between these fine African coffees and other brands. Each African bean is raised in a pesticide and chemical free environment. The shady atmospheres where these high quality beans grow provide an environment where the coffee plants prosper and flourish while gathering up nutrients from the rich volcanic soil.

The Tanzanian Kilimanjaro coffee is a pure delight to the tastebuds. With a light wine aroma, this velvety rich deep and dark coffee will send your imagination soaring with hints of black currant highlighted with a splash of caramel. This Tanzanian creation is perfect paired up with dark chocolate or chocolate flavored muffins or croissants.

The Uganda Burgiso is a fruity coffee with a highlight of blackberry. A tad sweet with a strong earthy undertone, this coffee is a delight to have during a late afternoon get together with friends, paired up with sweet treats such as sugar cookies or flaky pastries. The Uganda is a delight to all of the senses and is best when served hot. Allowing the steam to penetrate the senses creates a wonderment that will relax the body and also the mind.

If you are looking for an exotic coffee with a wealth of flair and personality, the Ethiopian Sidamo will enliven any occasion, no matter what it is. A hint of lemon and jasmine, this coffee will spread happiness wherever it shows up. With its essence of wine flavor and dried peach side tones, this coffee is perfect all by itself or with a light flavorful meal.

For those long days when you want the warmth of coffee sliding across your palette, the African Decaf will give you that subtle treat your body craves to unwind from the stresses of the day. Gentle on the stomach and soothing to the senses, this coffee is perfect for sipping next to a fireplace in your favorite chair.

Explore the hidden secrets of the finest coffee of the world and indulge in a treat that is well deserved any time, any place.

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Just Jerky : The Complete Guide to Making It

Here's the do-it-yourself guide to making your own jerky in an oven, smoker, or food dehydrator with strips or ground beef, venison, poultry, fish and even soy protein.

Essential oils are highly concentrated aromatic oils derived from plants, widely used in aromatherapy for their medicinal and mood-enhancing effects. Some essential oils also have culinary uses, however, and these powerful plant essences can be used to rejuvenate, or in place of, dried herbs and spices, which can lose aroma and flavor over time.

A number of essential oils have been designated as Generally Regarded As Safe [GRAS] to use as food additives by the US Food and Drug Administration. These include those listed below.

• Basil ......Ocimum basilicum L.
• Bergamot (bergamot orange) .......... Citrus aurantium L. subsp. Bergamia Wright et Arn.
• Bitter almond (free from prussic acid) .........Prunus amygdalus Batsch, Prunus armeniaca L. or Prunus persica (L.)
• Cinnamon bark, ............Ceylon Cinnamomum zeylanicum Nees.
• Coriander ...........Coriandrum sativum L.
• Cumin .............Cuminum cyminum L.
• Ginger ............Zingiber officinale Rosc.
• Grapefruit ..........Citrus paradisi Macf.
• Laurel leaves (Bay) ..........Laurus spp.
• Lavender ...........Lavandula officinalis Chaix.
• Lemon Citrus ..........limon (L.) Burm. f.
• Lime Citrus ...............aurantifolia Swingle.
• Mandarin Citrus ...........reticulata Blanco.
• Marjoram, sweet.............. Majorana hortensis Moench.
• Nutmeg ...........Myristica fragrans Houtt. Origanum Origanum spp.
• Parsley ............Petroselinum crispum (Mill.) Mansf.
• Pepper, ...........black Piper nigrum L.
• Sage ............Salvia officinalis L.
• Rosemary .............Rosmarinus officinalis L.
• Thyme ................Thymus vulgaris L. and Thymus zygis var. gracilis

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When using essential oils in your cooking, it is important that they are 100% pure and of therapeutic grade. Essential oils are highly concentrated and, consequently, very potent, and so should also be used sparingly. The recipes below give suggested amounts, but probably the best way to establish what suits your taste is through trial and error.

Here are just a few simple ideas that you could try. Like herbs and spices, different essential oils provide good accompaniments to different ingredients. Generally, essential oils that go well with poultry include basil, dill, fennel, lemon, marjoram, mellisa, orange, oregano, parsley, rosemary, sage, tarragon and thyme. For red meat, try basil, clove, dill, fennel, marjoram, mellisa, oregano, parsley, rosemary, sage, tarragon and/or thyme. Essential oils that go well with fish or seafood include black pepper, fennel, lavender, lemon, lime, orange, parsley, rosemary, sage and thyme.

Meat

When cooking joints of red meat, simply add 1 drop of essential oil to a vegetable oil and brush over the meat before cooking. Essential oils can also be added to the cooking oil when browning mince meat (lamb or beef) - use 1 drop per half-kilo of meat.

For chicken, add 2 drops each of lemon and orange essential oils to 4 tablespoons of honey and 1 dessert spoon of mustard. Make a paste and brush over the chicken before grilling or baking.

Fish

Add 1 drop of essential oil to 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Brush over white fish steaks and grill.

Vegetables

Try stir-frying your vegetables in an essential oil (diluted 1 drop to 1 tablespoon of olive oil). Cardamon, cumin, nutmeg and ginger are good choices.

Steaming your vegetables over water containing an essential oil can also be interesting - try nutmeg and lemon for greens.

Dishes that don't require cooking

Of course, some recipes don't need 'cooking', and essential oils are ideal for this kind of thing.

Marinades

Essential oils are ideal for making marinades - simply add a few drops of your selected essential oil(s) to honey or olive oil and brush on the meat. Place oiled red meat in a bowl containing red wine, 2 cloves of garlic, 1 chopped onion and 1 drop of orange essential oil. Season and leave for up to 8 hours.

Salad dressings

Essential oils also make great salad dressings. Add 1 drop of your chosen essential oil to 10 ml of vegetable oil and/or vinegar. Basil, clove, lavender, lemon, lime, rosemary, sage and thyme are good choices for salad dressings.

Herb butter

Add 1 drop of the essential oil of your choice to 1 cube of softened butter. Mix gently and add to potatoes, other vegetables, toast...

Drinks

Citrussy oils (e.g. grapefruit, lime, lemon, mandarin, orange and tangerine) and minty oils (e.g. peppermint, spearmint and mint) can add zest to drinks of all kinds. Try adding one or two drops of a selection of essential oils to water for a simple thirst quencher.

Herbal teas: add a few drops of essential oils to boiling water: some to try are lavender, roman chamomile, peppermint, orange, tangerine and lemon.

Mulled wine: add 2 drops each of mandarin and orange essential oils and 1 drop each of clove and cinnamon to 2 tablespoons of honey. Heat 1 litre of red wine slowly, add the flavoured honey and stir. Take off the heat just before the wine starts to bubble. Serve with slices of orange and lemon.

This short article gives just a flavour (sorry!) of the uses that essential oils can be put to in the kitchen. Many more recipes are available in books and on the internet, so why not start searching now and explore the taste explosion that essential oils can provide.

Sources:

electricscotland.com/food/donna/recipe12.html

aroma-essence.com/cooking.html

zhealthinfo.com/recipes1.htm http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~lrd/fcf182.html

Worwood VA. The Fragrant Pharmacy. A complete guide to aromatherapy & essential oils. Bantam Books, 1996

Alix Williams is a regular contributor to the holistic website Aroma4u.co.uk a home based UK business providing Eco-friendly hand made Aromatherapy Stress Relieving Gifts.

Alix Williams also writes about using unique Essential Oil Gift Ideas for Stress Relief.

For more information regarding Stress related matters (stress in the Workplace), Stress Busting Gift ideas with pure Essential oils, please visit: http://www.aroma4u.co.uk

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Nesco American Harvest FD-1020 Gardenmaster 1000-Watt Digital Food Dehydrator

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These Gardenmaster Accessories Included FREE!

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Jerky Spice Packet and Cure - Make your own jerky at home!

Features and Benefits

Digital Timer is Programable for up to 48 Hours of Drying Time

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Truffles are a mushroom that has formed a symbiotic relationship their environment. They grow underground among the roots of trees with only a few types of trees, such as cedar and maples that are not associated with truffle forming fungi.

Many mushrooms look quite similar to truffles but are poisonous so never eat a wild mushroom without the guidance from an expert. Truffles are found underground among the roots of chestnut, elm, oak, pine and willow trees during the fall, winter and spring seasons.

Where Can I Find Truffles?

Truffles are quite common in the Pacific Northwest Mountains from California through Oregon and Washington to British Colombia. They have also been reported to have been found in Idaho and Montana but these rumors have not been validated.

How Can I Find Truffles?

In the United States three things clues are used by shroom hunters when searching for this elusive fungi. The first is that the soil under the trees must be moist and warm. A good time to search is 10 to 14 days after a good heavy rain.

The second clue is that the right type of tree must be present. Look for Beech, Birch, Douglas fir, Eucalyptus, Fir, Hazel nut, Hickories, Oak and Pine trees.

The third clue is that the truffle fungi need animals to disperse the spores. Look for the signs of rodents or other small animals such as squirrels and chipmunks have been digging in the area.
Use a four tine garden cultivator to rake the leaves and other debris off the surface of the ground starting about 10 feed from the trunk of the tree working inward. Work to a depth of 1 to 6 inches. Always replace the litter when you are done and leave the area as you found it. Truffles can be brown, red, white and black in coloration and often look like a small dirt clod.

A well ripened truffle will smell like deep fried sunflower or a walnut seed through not everyone has the ability to detect the odor. In the past pigs have been used to hunt for truffles. A female pig (sows) become sexually excited when they smell the fungi because it produces a smell that is similar to smell of the sex hormone produced by a male pig.

How Do I Store Truffles?

Truffles should be used as fresh as possible but if you are a hunter extraordinary, then you can store them in a paper bag for several days. Never store them in a plastic bag because they will mold very rapidly. They also can be frozen in a glass jar or immersed in olive oil. The olive oil will absorb the flavor and can be added during food preparation. A dehydrator can be used to dry the mushroom for later use. Soaking in warm water for about one half an hour prior to use is recommended.

Where Can I Sell My Treasures?

You can sell them at upscale restaurant, at a local farmers market and at swap meets for $65 to $80 a pound for white truffles and $100 to $150 a pound for black truffles. This mushroom is used in gourmet dishes around the world and is in high demand. The taste is often compared to garlic and mushroom blended. It is often served uncooked on salads, omelets and pasta. On a good day you could find 4 or 5 pounds, not a bad day's work.

Happy Treasure Hunting.

David Cowley has created numerous articles on Treasure Hunting. He has also created a Web Site dedicated to Treasure Hunting. Visit Treasure Hunting

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