Archive for April, 2009

Mighty Dark Chocolate Morsels

Thursday, April 9th, 2009

Get the heart benefits of chocolate without blowing your diet.
A recent report discovered that just one ounce of dark chocolate was enough to inhibit blood platelets from forming clots. Until now, it was thought it took four times as much.
Get one ounce of healthful chocolate by enjoying 57 Nestle’s Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels (150 calories).  Or, try [...]

Facts about high fructose corn syrup and fructose

Monday, April 6th, 2009

Following are some facts about high fructose corn syrup and fructose:

High fructose corn syrup contains approximately equal ratios of fructose and glucose. Table sugar also contains equal ratios of fructose and glucose. High fructose corn syrup and sugar are equally sweet and both contain four calories per gram.
Fructose is a natural, simple sugar commonly found [...]

Confetti Spaghetti

Monday, April 6th, 2009

Ingredients:
1 package (12 ounces) spaghetti
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:
Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a [...]

Kroger Recalls Lite Mayo Due

Thursday, April 2nd, 2009

The Kroger Co. said today it is recalling Kroger Lite Mayo in 32-ounce plastic jars with a “Sell by” date of SEP-25-09 sold in Kroger stores in Southwestern Ohio, including Cincinnati and Dayton, and in Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana because the product may be contaminated with Salmonella.No illnesses have been reported in connection with [...]