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Benefits of Quinoa

Quinoa dates back three to four thousand years ago when the Incas first realized that the quinoa seed was fit for human consumption. According to WHFoods quinoa “was the gold of the Incas” because the Incas believed it increased the stamina of their warriors. The Quinoa Corporation calls quinoa the “Supergrain of the Future. ” Who would not want to reap the benefits of this amazing superfood? Here are seven health benefits of quinoa: 1. Quinoa is one of the most protein-rich foods we can eat.  It is a complete protein containing all nine essential amino acids. 2. Quinoa contains almost twice as much fiber as most other grains.  Fiber is most widely known to relieve constipation. It also helps to prevent heart disease by reducing high blood pressure and diabetes. Fiber lowers cholesterol and glucose levels, may lower your risk of developing hemorrhoids and may help you to lose weight as it takes a longer time to chew than does other foods because it makes you feel fuller for

Five Things To Know About The Muffin

American muffins are referred  to baked breads in small tins while “English” Muffins are oven-baked, then cooked in a griddle. The word Muffin likely derives its name from the an Old German word  Muffen , the plural of  Muffe  meaning a small cake. The Muffin Man was a real guy! He delivered muffins to homes along Drury Lane in England. American muffins are similar to a cupcake in size and cooking methods but cupcakes are almost always made with cake batter. The blueberry muffin is the official state muffin of Minnesota. The corn muffin is the official state muffin of Massachusetts. Today’s Food History 1829  Yuengling Brewery in Pennsylvania opened. It is the oldest brewery still operating in the U.S. 1872  Cyrus W. Baldwin received a patent for an electric elevator. It was installed in the Stephens Hotel in New York City. 1872  Silas Noble and J.Cooley of Massachusetts were issued a patent on a toothpick manufacturing machine. 1872  Luther Childs Cro

YaDa Chef's Passover Menus

This Passover, sit back, relax and let YaDa Chef do it all. We are your Passover personal chef, making the holiday easy for you. For pricing and options, call +1 954 367 YADA (9232) or email us at info@yadachef.com . Below are a few sample menus. Ashkenazi – INFLUENCED Menu 1 Traditional Chopped Chicken liver with Matzo points Cabbage and Carrot Coleslaw Pickled Beet Salad Gefilte Fish Loaf with Fresh Horseradish Vegetable or Chicken soup with Matzo Balls Traditional Roast Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic Traditional or Sweet Potato Kugel Roasted Mixed Vegetable or Carrot Kugel Menu 2 Traditional Chopped Chicken liver with Matzo points Cabbage and Carrot Coleslaw Pickled Beet Salad Gefilte Fish Loaf with Fresh Horseradish Vegetable or Chicken soup with Matzo Balls Traditional Beef Brisket with dried cranberry and Gravy Traditional or Sweet Potato Kugel Roasted Mixed Vegetable or Carrot Kugel Menu 3 Traditional Chopped Chicken live