This simple dessert covers all the bases. Sweet, tangy, crisp, and creamy, not to mention the eye appeal. The lemon curd is cooked on your stovetop with fresh ingredients. Pastry Shell Makes: one tart shell Time: 15 minutes plus resting time in the refrigerator Start making your pastry dough as it must rest for at […]
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Last month my niece came from Brazil to visit us. As we went to pick her up at the airport, one of the things she first mentioned was that she had to buy a backpack in Brazil just before embarking on the plane because her luggage exceeded the allowed weight. Unfortunately, this is a common
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The three bean salad is one of the easiest salads you will ever make. It uses only two fresh ingredients and can be ready to serve in minutes. Still, make it a little ahead of time so it can chill and the flavors can meld. The summer three bean salad is picnic safe for the
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Brazil is a tropical country. (Primarily tropical, but temperate in the South). Therefore, even during the “winter months,” the average temperature is hot compared to the U.S. This is especially true if you visit the North and Northeast of Brazil. However, other regions have different weather and temperature patterns, like the South and Southeast: “The
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For those who have never heard the term “buckle” as related to baking, it is a simple, fresh fruit cake. Buckles can exploit any fresh fruit in season; using canned/frozen fruit is not recommended. Traditionally baked in preheated heavy cast iron, the base of this cake will partially separate from the pan because it simply
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Suppose you are wondering where to go this summer and looking for options for traveling in the US. In that case, I suggest making the California – Vegas combo your summer destination, especially if you live in Southern California! One advantage of living in Southern California is its proximity to Las Vegas. And Vegas is
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A dry rub for your meat will impart a flavor on the surface that will penetrate deep into the meat. Notice that the type of meat is not specified. Any raw animal protein can be rubbed before cooking/curing. In this case, the rub is for pork ribs. Optimally, the rub is applied the night before
Its biodiversity and incredible nature make Brazil one of the world’s most beautiful countries. If you visit Brazil, you will see amazing sunrises and sunsets, an enormous array of water plays, and infinite secluded places to visit. So, if you are tired of the old world and want to see nature at its best and
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Today food prices are soaring. Everything is up. The word is things will get worse before they get better. Conflict in Ukraine promises a worldwide grain shortage. Stock up on flour stores before prices become ridiculous. Bake the bread you wish to eat and save money! After years of baking bread, I have found that
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It’s a question I’m asked most frequently about Brazil. Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to this question. Brazil can be safe, and Brazil can be unsafe. However, if you take the proper precautions, you can have a pleasant trip to beautiful Brazil. Despite what many people think, Brazil is not an inherently dangerous place
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