Diane Mettenbrink

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Halloween Left Overs

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Oct 26, 2009, 1:27 pm
If you have left over candy from Halloween you can use it up and treat your family at the same time with easy recipes for TV time snacks, cookie treats fruit desserts and more. Use left over Candy Ko...
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Help for Mood Swings and Depression

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Oct 8, 2009, 1:57 pm
Do you feel like you could just go outside and scream? Are you trying your hardest not to take it out on anyone else? Mood swings and depression can affect people in many ways. In some cases, too much...
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Banana Facts of Life

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Oct 6, 2009, 5:34 pm
Bananas rank at the top of America’s best-loved fruits. Here is some information you may find helpful about this loveable fruit. If you want to speed up the ripening process, place the bananas i...
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Karithopita (Kefalonian Walnut Cake)

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Oct 5, 2009, 5:30 pm
Kefalonia is an island in the Ionian Sea where this wonderful cake, soaked in a sweet syrup and topped with a generous sprinkle of more walnuts, comes from. It can be served any time, but this Greek d...
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Cholesterol Lowering Remedy

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Oct 3, 2009, 10:41 am
There are common, delicious foods you may buy on a regular basis that can be used to improve your cholesterol health, but many times you just aren’t aware of their healing properties. Read on to...
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Essence Of Emeril

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 30, 2009, 8:04 pm
When you’re on a tight budget and want to cut costs, you really don’t want to sacrifice taste. Here’s some good news! By making some of your favorite mixes or seasonings, you can sav...
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Goodbye Fruit Flies

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 28, 2009, 4:43 pm
With the harvesting of produce from our gardens and orchards we see the presence of the pesky fruit flies. There are some easy things you can do to eliminate them from your kitchen. It begins with som...
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How Sweet It Is!

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 25, 2009, 11:11 pm
Sugar can cause hyperactivity, anxiety, concentration difficulties, and crankiness in children; it can speed the aging process, causing wrinkles and gray hair; it can cause yeast infections and headac...
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Do You Want to Know The Secret of Life?

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 25, 2009, 8:29 am
Jim Dryburgh Sounds like an age-old mystery doesn’t it? But there truly is a very real answer to this question. Whether you specialize in the restaurant business, catering, publications and adve...
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Memory Improving Nutrients

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 23, 2009, 9:04 am
Scientists have discovered an amazing breakthrough that improves memory, speeds up thinking, reduces stress, and even slows down brain aging. But although this breakthrough is new to Western science, ...
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Get Rid of Bloating, Gas & More

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 21, 2009, 11:02 pm
Are you experiencing symptoms of poor digestion like gas, bloating, fatigue or indigestion? When your food sits too long in your body it can become toxic and cause disease. Every human cell needs the ...
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Carbonation vs. Bones Loss

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 20, 2009, 1:10 pm
The phosphoric acid contained in many sodas, and the caffeine, can have consequences for the calcium levels in the body. Dark colas contain both phosphoric acid and caffeine, while the green-tinted on...
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Lose Weight With Soup

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 18, 2009, 7:00 am
Did your mom or grandma ever tell you to eat some chicken soup and it will make you feel better? Well it looks like they knew what they were talking about after all. Some researchers and health care p...
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Cream of Tomato Soup

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 17, 2009, 8:28 am
When we have tomato soup we  must have grilled cheese sandwiches also, according to my husband, because that’s the way his mother always made it. My mother-in-law is a wonderful cook and I lear...
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Coffee Relieves Asthma

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 14, 2009, 7:46 pm
You try to do the best things for your body’s health by watching what you eat, how much you eat, exercising and getting enough rest. Here is some surprising news you may not have heard . . .you ...
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Make-Ahead Potatoes

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 12, 2009, 8:16 am
Isn’t it great to be treated like you are special? When I invite guests for dinner, it’s not enough to make a nice meal in my estimation. After all, the definition of a guest is, “a ...
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Melon Fizz

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 10, 2009, 2:19 pm
After a long day of ball games, gardening, or other outdoor activities, it’s time to freshen up and enjoy a thirst-quenching beverage while your favorite burger is cooking on your GT Xpress Gril...
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Bacon Roll-Ups

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 9, 2009, 8:09 am
These little bites make perfect appetizers and are so easy to make. Pop them in the oven a few minutes before company arrives and serve them warm for a mouthwatering taste your guests are sure to lov...
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Laugh for Better Blood Vessels

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 8, 2009, 9:25 am
We are naturally drawn to people who make us laugh. One reason is because we feel better after a good laugh. Most people know that consciously working to lower your cholesterol naturally is a positive...
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Beer Batter Halibut

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 7, 2009, 5:49 pm
This is more a method of preparation than an actual recipe. Use fillets of halibut at least one inch thick; Cut to about 2 inches by 1-1/2 inches. Prepare a batter of Bisquick and flat beer, adding en...
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Dijon Veggies in Cream Sauce

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 5, 2009, 1:18 pm
Combining broccoli and carrots makes a very eye-appealing side dish to serve your family and friends. Bathing them in this delicious white sauce turns the taste up a notch or two and makes it more fil...
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Garden Stir-fry

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 4, 2009, 9:02 am
Do you have fresh veggies from your garden? Here is a delicious and colorful way to prepare your garden goodies. It will also be a welcome addition to the vegetarian section of your recipe box if you ...
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The Highest Antioxidant Fruit Ever

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 3, 2009, 1:42 pm
The Highest Antioxidant Fruit Ever         Which fruit is the clear front-runner when it comes to antioxidants? Hint: It’s smaller than a grape and darker than a blueberry.It’s the acai (p...
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French Iced Coffee

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Sep 1, 2009, 4:30 pm
It’s refreshment time! You’ve labored long enough so take a break and have a refreshing French Iced Coffee while you put your feet up and relax. Ingredients: 3 cups brewed coffee 2 cups su...
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Juicing Beets

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Aug 31, 2009, 8:15 am
If you’ve ever consumed raw beet juice you’ve probably discovered that it can irritate your throat and esophagus. However, you can combine the beet juice with other ingredients for a smoo...
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Getting Your Pie Fix

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Aug 28, 2009, 1:59 pm
Many people practice sugar free diets for a number of reasons. Some have diabetes and cannot afford to throw their blood sugar out of whack by eating too much sugar. Some simply want to be healthier a...
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Bacon Stuffed Tomatoes

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Aug 28, 2009, 8:52 am
Are you looking for a delicious appetizer and a way to use up all your extra tomatoes? You’re in luck! This recipe is not only tasty but it’s eye appealing as well. To add even more color,...
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Asparagus Pasta Salad

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Aug 24, 2009, 8:02 am
Asparagus is a good source of folate and Vitamins A and C. It is also low in calories. In addition to featuring it on your Italian dinnerware, this great make-ahead asparagus recipe is a delicious tim...
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Top 5 Low-Mercury Fish

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Aug 21, 2009, 12:11 am
ALERT!!  Please read this article and share it with your friends — it can be VERY beneficial to your health. I found this article at RealAge.com and feel it’s worth sharing.  Many of you...
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Rhubarb Cream Pie

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Aug 19, 2009, 11:35 pm
There are so many different ways you can use rhubarb in recipes — and this one may be one of your favorites. It’s so tasty that it’s a real chore to keep family members from sampling...
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Peach Sorbet

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Aug 17, 2009, 9:38 am
We all know that you can make a delicious pie filling with fresh peaches, but have you ever tried to make a sorbet? It is one of the best desserts to serve on a hot summer day, or anytime you want som...
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Cream of Zucchini Soup

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Aug 15, 2009, 8:48 am
Ingredients: 3 cups sliced or grated zucchini 1/2 cup water 1 Tblsp. minced onion 1/2 tsp. Season All Salt 1/2 tsp. Parsley Flakes 2 tsp. Chicken Bouillon Granules 2 Tblsp. butter 2 Tblsp. flour 1/8 t...
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Don't Miss Your Soldier's Birthday

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Aug 14, 2009, 1:59 pm
If you know a soldier who is stationed overseas, you know how hard it is to constantly miss them and worry about them. You can only imagine how they feel over there in an unfamiliar country without an...
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Strawberry Pie

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Aug 12, 2009, 7:20 am
Fresh strawberry pie can tempt even the most strong-willed person when it comes to resisting desserts.  The luscious red berries just seem to beckon to your taste buds . . .”Come on –try...
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An Open and Shut Case in the Kitchen

Diane Mettenbrink posted an article on - Aug 11, 2009, 12:15 pm
Growing up, I realized my family was structured a bit differently that most. For instance, my dad did practically all the cooking while mom put her feet up and waited for dinner to be served. This was...
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Greetings! Being happy every day is my goal - and
looking for something good in everyone I come in contact with, helps to achieve that aim.

I love to cook, travel, dance & do genealogy. I'm working on being a better listener, knowing that "It is better to be thought a fool than to open your mouth and remove all doubt."

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