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Is eating food (chicken in my case) that has been cooked in aluminum foil safe? I hear that the foil could give off metal residue that could go to my brain and hasten the onset of dementia (not sure if I am predisposed to this ailment but you never know). Are there any references out there that...

I have been in my house now for over a year. @ first I thought it was just me & that I did not have any motivation or skills of cleaning but then I thought, "OK how hard is it to clean a house?" well now I'm back to my first impression. I can't clean. I can't get motivated. I know I should...

Ingredients Rolls: Boneless/skinless Chicken breasts (pounded right flat). 2 slices sandwich pepperoni per breast (unless the breasts are really small). I added extra pizza pepperonis cause I had them. 1 slice provolone per breast (add more, it's ok). Shredded mozzarella. Sauce: Can crushed...

1 pound ground beef 1/2 pound spiced luncheon meat, ground 1/2 pound cheese, grated Catsup 4 hamburger buns Brown ground beef. Remove from heat. Add luncheon meat and cheese and mix. Add enough catsup to make it a spreadable-consistency. Spread on both halves of the buns. Bake open face for 10...

I have never cooked Asian style before but my husband has requested sesame chicken. I need a simple a recipe that even someone inexperienced with Asian flavors can handle. Thanks!

I am looking for a great "salsa mexicana" recipe and I don't mean the "salsa fresca" or pico de gallo" version.The kind of salsa I am looking for is the one that requires roasting the tomatoes and chiles.This salsa will also be great for dipping or on use in tacos.Please respond if you have had...

request:recipes for drinks using fresh peaches.?

I'm making it for a special dinner for my boyfriend. Nothing too fancy, sort of traditional but amazing tasting. Something with sausage and ground beef in it, but I might spice it up and use hot italian sausage instead because he likes spicy food. Good idea? Anyone's opinions are appreciated...

Similar to the scones at Panera's if possible.

We will cook some fish today. Cod, one of my favourite. Cod in Tomato Sauce. I will use salt cod. I prefer it to fresh cod. In Spain salt cod is very common. It has been used for centuries as a perfect way of preserving cod. Really delicious. Ingredients: ½ pound salt cod Some extra virgin...

1/2 c.butter 1/2 c.sugar 2 beaten eggs 2 c.flour 1/2 tsp.salt 1/2 tsp.baking soda 1/2 tsp.each cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg 1/2 c.cold strong coffee 1/2 c.chopped nuts - plus 1/4 c.butter 2 c.confectioner's sugar 2 T.coffee Cream butter and sugar; add beaten eggs and blend well...

8 ounces softened, unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup canned pumpkin 1 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 large egg 3 cups and 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice...

I am looking for a bunch of household hints, I do have one...After cutting onions rinse your hands and shake some salt on them, rub it in like lotion then rinse...the smell is gone!!

I can't open the windows right now because its freezing outside, and I've tried febreze, candles and it will work for a few hours, any tips will be more than great. ThanksI do have a vent fan and I do use it, I even let it on after cooking to see if it will take the odors away. I will have to...

I Have got a balcony that I plan on producing herbs with. I possess a couple ceramic pots and am rummaging for a couple of more. I do cook a bit and plan to grow chives, cilantro and basil unquestionably. Does anybody have some hints for growing herbs or whatever tips for other herbs that I...

For example window cleaner, bathroom cleaner, floor cleaner, laundry detergent, any type of pet products, etc....I just want to try to go green and would rather make them myself, so any tips on how to make any type of cleaning product would be greatly appreciated. thanks so much!

The woes of a smelly home--my parents have a multi-level "great-room" style home--essentially the entire house is like one huge room. My parents, being Indian, cook Indian cuisine every day. The entire house REEKS of Indian food, and not in a good way. We've tried candles, house spray, electric...

any household remedies?

tips that you think are unique?Thanks for the ideas.

I am cleaning house today. Please let me know your favorite great cleaning tips?