CHECK OUT : NEWS AND TIPS A CUP OF MASHED POTATOES.Fantastic Foods has introduced flavored mashed potatoes n. pl. 1. Potatoes which have been boiled and mashed to a pulpy consistency, usu. with sparing addition of milk, salt, butter, or other flavoring. It is a popular accompaniment to a meat course [U.S., 1900's], providing bulk and calories to a meal. in a cup. You simply fill each 1.7-ounce cup (1 serving) with boiling water to within 1/2 inch of top, stir, cover and let stand 5 minutes. Stir well and they're ready to eat. Known as Stuffed Mashed Potatoes Cups, they're available in four flavors - Cheddar Cheese, Broccoli & Cheddar, Sour Cream & Chives chives alliumschoenoprasm. and Garlic & Herbs. Although they are low fat, we found them a little fake tasting. But the flavor improved considerably when we stirred in a little butter (granted, they're no longer low fat). In a bind or for an occasion lunch, you might like this option. Suggested retail is $1.19 to $1.29 per cup. Look for them in natural food and selected grocery stores. Contest alert It's time It's Time was a successful political campaign run by the Australian Labor Party (ALP) under Gough Whitlam at the 1972 election in Australia. Campaigning on the perceived need for change after 23 years of conservative (Liberal Party of Australia) government, Labor put forward a for all culinary creators with a passion for strawberries to enter the California Strawberry Festival A Strawberry Festival is an event and celebration in many towns in North America. In most instances, areas around these towns are, or have been, deeply involved in the production and marketing of strawberries, and the festivals are usually held in late spring around the time of the Berry-Off recipe contest. Contestants should submit original recipes using fresh, frozen or preserved strawberries as the main ingredient in any of the following categories: hors d'oeuvres; soups and salads; main dishes and vegetables; breads, pancakes and crepes; pies, cakes, cookies and desserts; and other, such as condiments, sauces, butters, vinegars, wines, etc. Title each recipe and label with the category entered. Type or plainly print on an 8 1/2x11-inch sheet of paper with exact measures and each step clearly specified. You may enter as many recipes as desired, but each must be submitted separately. All entries must be postmarked by March 15. Send entries with name, phone number and address to 1997 Berry-Off, P.O. Box 95, 3600 S. Harbor Blvd., Oxnard, Calif. 93035. Recipes will be judged on interesting use of strawberries, originality, practicality for home cooks, appetite appeal and appearance. A finalist in each category will be awarded $100. A grand prize sweepstakes winner will receive $500. Freebie free·bie also free·bee n. Slang An article or service given free: "such freebies as subway and bus maps" New York. leaflet If you'd like some tips for using Pam Cooking Spray Cooking spray is a spray form of various types of oils, combined with lecithin, an emulsifier, and a propellent such as food-grade alcohol, nitrous oxide, carbon dioxide or propane. Cooking spray is applied to frying pans and other cookware to prevent food from sticking. , call for a free leaflet, Time-Tested Secrets for Kitchen Convenience. Baking, grilling, roasting and stove-top cooking tips are included along with short cuts and cooking how-to's that will help make meal preparation more efficient and delicious. And since each serving of Pam contains no fat, calories, sodium or cholesterol, it is ideal for anyone wanting to eat more healthfully health·ful adj. 1. Conducive to good health; salutary. 2. Healthy. See Usage Note at healthy. health . Call (800) 726-4968 Monday through Friday for a copy. |
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