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Beets are packed with healthy nutrients, like five essential vitamins, calcium, iron, potassium, and protein. But they can also have some surprising side effects. BY ALYSSA JUNG FROM THE BOOK 10,001 TIMESAVING IDEAS There are multiple cancer-fighting benefits of beets. Beets contain high levels of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents that studies show may help reduce the risk of some cancers. (Here are some other antioxidant-rich foods you should be eating .) They get their striking red color from betacyanin, a plant pigment that some preliminary research indicates might help defend cells against harmful carcinogens. Also, high levels of a unique fiber found in beets may be linked to a lower colon cancer risk. Dr. Mehmet Oz has said on sharecare.com that adding a quarter cup of beets to your daily diet could cut your kidney cancer risk. Here are some more foods that can help fight different types of cancer . Health Benefit: Beets lower risk of heart disease Beets ar

The first cocktail party was held for 50 house guests in St. Louis in 1917. The house still stands today….as the  residence of the Archbishop. While Prohibition resulted in a decline in alcohol it also resulted in a dramatic increase in crime as money flowed to the bad guys. Crime rose as high as  500%  in some countries. Consequently, government costs soared while tax revenue declined. Calling an illegal bar a ‘speakeasy’ came from a lady barkeep who would warn her customers to  “speak easy, boy, speak easy”  whenever they became loud enough to attract police. A greater crime was what it did to the cocktail. Prior to Prohibition, America was enjoying its first golden age of mixology. Once liquor became illegal, ‘rum runners” brought it in by boat but watered down their blends   so they could ship less and make more. At the same time, gin and vodka replaced rum and whiskey as cocktail ingredients because they didn’t require as much aging and were easier to make illegally. T

Article by Chef Joseph Yacino published on www.thecookscook.com. I am often asked questions about working on yachts. “How did you get started?” “What is it like?” “Is it exciting?” “Do you have fun?” “What are the challenges?” “How much do you make?” My life as a yacht chef began six years ago. I am the owner in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, of a small freelance personal chef and catering company. We’d had an inquiry from a chef for a job, and on her resume were listed numerous yacht chef jobs. I asked why she would want to leave what seemed like an exciting career and settle down. Her reply was she was not interested in full time employment, but wanted “fill in” jobs while she waited for her next charter.  I asked her many of the same questions I listed above. There are a few steps that you need to take in order to start working on charter/private yachts. Having a passion for food, a culinary degree and experience in restaurants are just the beginning. In fact, restaur

Easy Homemade Toffee Recipe An unbelievably easy, no-fuss, homemade toffee recipe. So addictive, you won't want to share! Ingredients 1 cup/143g raw almonds 1 cup/227g unsalted butter, cubed 1 cup/200g sugar 1/2 teaspoon/2ml vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon/1ml salt 1 1/2 cups semi-swee/265gt chocolate chips 1/3 cup/47g pecans, chopped Preheat oven to 350F/180C/Gas 4  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Spread almonds in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Place into oven and bake until toasted, about 10 minutes; set aside. In a medium saucepan, combine butter, sugar vanilla and salt over medium heat. Cook, whisking constantly, until butter has melted and mixture is almond brown in color, about 10-15 minutes. Immediately spread the hot caramel mixture evenly over the almonds. Sprinkle with chocolate chips. After 1-2 minutes, spread the chocolate chips in an even layer until smooth. Sprinkle with pecans. Let cool completely,

We These can be shaped to fit what ever you are using them for; hamburgers, hot dogs, sausages, lobster rolls etc. The trick is NOT to let them rise. We have found that you don't even have to let them rest if you are in a hurry . We re-worked our recipe. They could sometimes be a bit dry in our opinion. The secret was less oil. It gave the crumb (inside) more of a chew. If you want a finer tighter crumb you can use melted butter. The second picture is what they looked like with less oil. Makes 10 - 12 2 tablespoons/19g active dry yeast  1 cup plus 2 tablespoons warm water (110° to 115°) 1/3 cup/95ml vegetable oil We cut this down to 1 tablespoon/15mls 1/2 tablespoon/7g sugar (we preferred honey) 1 egg 1 teaspoon/5g salt  3 to 3-1/2 cups/375-437g all-purpose flour preheat oven to 425F/218C/Gas  7 In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add oil and sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the egg, salt and enough flour to form a soft dough.T

Today is National Tempura Day Tempura is made by battering and deep-frying fish and vegetables. While not a part of classic sus hi, modern sushi chefs have created tempura sushi by rolling a piece of tempura with rice and seaweed. Chicken, shrimp, squid and sweet potato are some of the types of tempura rolls that can be found. Cauliflower Tempura Recipe Cauliflower gets its deserved moment in the spotlight in this Japanese-style snack For a difference instead of boiling or steaming cauliflower florets, toss them in some olive oil, sprinkle with paprika and roast in a hot oven for 30 mins until cooked and crispy. Ingredients 1 small cauliflower, cut into medium-size florets 100 g plain flour 2 eggs, separated 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 500 ml vegetable oil ( for deep frying) Directions Cook the cauliflower in boiling water for 2 minutes. Tip into a colander, rinse under the cold tap, drain well and set aside. Put the flour in a large bowl with a pinch of salt

Duck and Citrus Salad Jambalaya With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching. Nothing is more romantic than an intimate dinner prepared by a personal chef in the comfort of your own home.  Check out these top reasons why hiring a personal chef for Valentine’s Day makes the perfect gift. 1.  When the temperature is WAY too cold (or too hot), who wants to get into a car and drive to a restaurant? A personal chef will prepare your romantic meal right in your own kitchen. 2.  No need to be rushed. Relax and enjoy your dinner. Take the time to really catch up. Drink another glass of wine or leisurely enjoy your dessert and coffee.  3.  By letting us know your food likes and dislikes, we will create the perfect Valentine’s meal tailored to you. If you struggle with finding meals that meet your tastes or address your dietary allergies when eating out, YaDa Chef will be happy to provide a suggested menu for you and work with you to customize it until it is just right. 4. 

Why not have an adult dessert. Bourbon Whipped Cream  The addition of bourbon to this quick recipe throws a spin on whipped cream. The recipe takes five minutes to prepare and is ready to serve immediately. Bourbon Whipped Cream Recipe 1 cup/250ml heavy cream, chilled 1 tablespoon/15ml bourbon 1/2 teaspoon/2g sugar 1/4 teaspoo/1ml pure vanilla extract Using an electric mixer, beat all of the ingredients together in a large bowl until the cream is softly whipped. Serve. private chefs and event catering Palm Beach + Boca Raton + Fort Lauderdale + Miami Beach info@yadachef.com | 954-367-YADA (9232) 561-285-7466 www.yadachef.com south florida catering and personal chefs