I started baking cookies when I was 10 or so, and I always liked to make them soft and chewy in the center and crispy on the edges. Can’t you just smell the homemade cookie flavors wafting through the air of your own childhood? There is something about a home-baked cookie that is so comforting…

But I digress.

Back to the BIG cookie strategies. If you want to make a big cookie, you need to try some of these tips:

1. You have to start with a recipe where the dough is not too sticky so you don’t have overspreading. If the recipe you are using usually spreads a lot and the cookies are thinner, you will want to add more flour to get a bit stiffer dough. This will produce a cookie that is thicker and will hold together better.

2. If the cookie recipe calls for only baking soda, substitute some of it for baking powder. Not all of it, just some. I can’t tell you exactly how much, but by adding some baking powder into the mix, you get another rise later on in the baking process that helps the cookies set up better.

3. Shape by hand, making sure the cookies are roughly the same size. I weigh each cookie by hand, but if you are at home and don’t have a scale, just estimate by holding one in each hand and comparing. Place evenly on the pan; once they are shaped, press down lightly and evenly. (For a 4 ounce cookie I put 6 on each 10?14 cookie sheet.)

4. Try baking at a slightly lower oven temperature, so the inside has a chance to bake through before the outside is burnt to a crisp.

5. You may need to have a bit of patience with yourself when trying something new, as things don’t always turn out as expected the first time. Always write down what you did, and evaluate the result. Were they underspread and too hard? Maybe next time don’t add any extra flour, or bake for a bit less time.

6. If all else fails, you may want to call in the professionals. For a reasonable price, we will send you enough BIG COOKIES to have some BIG FUN for weeks to come. After all, there are things YOU do better than WE do … so spend your time doing what you’re best at! I guarantee you’ll enjoy life more and spend less time in the kitchen trying to figure out how to bake big cookies!

So there you have it, my best advice on making a cookie grandma would have been proud to serve. It’s easy, and I’ll bet you can do it!

But if not, get in touch with us at OregonCookies.com and we will fix you right up! In the meantime, we’ll be sweetening the universe one cookie at a time!

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Lobsters can for instance be broiled, cooked or steamed with excellent results. If you are hesitant of how to go about, there are many cooking sites that will teach you how to cook lobster following pedagogic step by step instructions. Lobster tails are fairly easy to prepare and cook once you get the hang of it. As mentioned above, there are many different methods and if you ask three different chefs you might get three different answers about how to cook lobster tails. If you are using frozen lobster tails most recipes will require you to thaw the tails prior to cooking. Remove the frozen tails from the freezer and put them in the refrigerator 24 hours before you plan to start cooking. If they are not thawed when you cook them, the meat can become very tough. How to cook frozen lobster when you’re in a hurry? Place the frozen lobster in a plastic bag and put the bag in cold water in the fridge.

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Cooking with flax seed is not difficult and there is a myriad of different ways to bring back this beneficial seed to our diet and there is also a myriad of different flax seed recipes available. You can for instance make a flax seed smoothie or sprinkle ground flax seed over your breakfast cereals. If you are fond of baking, you can make your own flax seed bread by adding flax seed to your favourite bread recipe. The flax plant hails from a region that stretches from eastern shores of the Mediterranean to India and is believed to be one of several crops firsts domesticated by the people living in the Fertile Crescent. Eventually, flax seed cultivation spread and we do for instance know that it was extensively cultivated by farmers in ancient Egypt. The flax plant is not only popular for its seed; the fibres are used to make linen cloth. This trait was of even higher importance before cotton and synthetic fibres became readily available.

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Why not try some of the many variants of Blackened Tilapia? One way of cooking Blackened Tilapia is to simply heat up an iron skillet over strong heat for 5 minutes while you prepare the seasoning by mixing together 3 tablespoons of paprika powder, 3 teaspoons of garlic powder, 2 teaspoons of salt, 2 teaspoons of lemon pepper, 1.5 teaspoon of grounded red pepper, 1.5 teaspoon of dried, crushed basil, and 1 teaspoon of dried thyme. Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter and dip 4-6 tilapia fillets in it. Coat the buttery fish with the seasoning mix. Place the fillets in the hot skilled and fry them 2 minutes per side. It is not a good idea to use anything else than a real cast iron skillet when making blackened tilapia since other types of skillets and frying pans might not be able to handle the high heat that is required.

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What is more, there is not need to visit a supermarket - all you need is an electronic credit or debit card and basic computer skills under your belt. There is an enormous amount of shops that sell wine and other liquors online and if you place a large order you can always count on a substantial discount. As easy as that! No need to get up from your seat and think of the opportunity to place wine bottles boxes into your car! The managers will do everything for you and very fast.

You may ask: “Why are the prices lower than at supermarkets?“. But the answer is very simple: online liquor stores offer you good quality beverages, strong alcoholic drinks, wine, liquors and other drinks even substantively cheaper than at supermarkets as they do not have to pay for the rent, just for a warehouse and they are selling mostly wholesale.

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When it comes to food, a simple appetizer can make an elegant statement. Choose flavorful ingredients right from your pantry, such as raisins.

The sweetness of raisins adds a wonderful depth of flavor to savory dishes, and they become even more succulent when plumped in juices or wine.

Try this easy and delicious raisin recipe for your next holiday party. California Raisins, port wine and rich pecans make a decadent filling for Brie cheese wrapped in a warm, flaky puff pastry. Simply plate the Brie with an assortment of crackers, a sliced baguette and apple or pear slices for an impressive holiday appetizer.

Baked Brie with

California Raisins

Makes 20 servings

1 wheel of Brie cheese (about

two pounds), chilled

1/4 cup California Raisins

1/4 cup port wine

1 egg yolk

1 tablespoon water

2 tablespoons toasted pecans

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

Bring port wine and raisins to boil in a saucepan, then remove from heat, and set aside to cool. In a small bowl, beat egg yolk with water for egg wash, and set aside.

Divide Brie into two layers and separate. Coarsely chop raisins, mix with toasted pecans and spread evenly on bottom layer of Brie. Cover with top half of Brie. Roll out puff pastry on lightly floured surface until large enough to cover Brie completely. Place filled Brie in center of dough and wrap Brie, sealing overlapping edges with egg wash. Arrange on greased baking sheet, and chill for at least 30 minutes.

To serve, preheat oven to 400 degreeF. Brush top and sides with egg wash, and bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand a few minutes, and serve with baguette slices or toasted croutons.

Looking for Christmas Recipes ? Visit Foodclassics.com.

For more mouth-watering California Raisin recipes perfect for any occasion, visit www.LoveYourRaisins.com.

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Coffee drinkers, especially those prone to stomach pain and heartburn, can feel the burn after their daily coffee intake. The cause-coffee’s acid levels. That’s right, most coffees contain acid, which can damage the lining of your stomach and result in unpleasant side effects such as acid reflux. Giving up coffee is out of the question for most people, so antacids have become a popular ally.

More than 60 million Americans experience heartburn at least once a month, and many rely on the neutralizing effects of antacids on a regular basis, however, this can be a concern in the long-term.

Antacids affect the balance of acid in your stomach by reducing it. However, natural acids found in your stomach are necessary in the prevention of illness. These acids kill bacteria as they try to enter the body through the digestive track. Long-term use of these products may negatively affect this balance.

So, what should those coffee drinkers who take a side of antacid with their coffee do? Acid-free coffee may be your best solution. Coffee companies such as Tyler’s Coffee provide both caffeinated and decaffeinated blends of acid-free coffee. These acid-free blends are roasted through a computer-based process, which eliminates the acid.

And aside from a settled stomach, acid-free coffee promotes dental health. “The worst thing anyone can do is sip beverages with a high acid level,” said Dr. Richard Ziehmer. “A coffee beverage that is free of acid, sugar or non-dairy creamer could decrease a person’s risk of developing cavities.”

Now coffee drinkers can have their coffee and drink it too.

For more information about acid-free coffee, visit www.tylerscoffees.com.

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“Foods and their aromas have special meanings throughout the year, but nothing compares to the flavors and scents of the holidays,” said Stan Dorsey, vice president of research and development for Cinnabon Inc. “There’s something about the smell of cinnamon, nutmeg or brown sugar wafting through the air that takes us back to cherished holiday memories.”

Try these simple tips to help create your own special memories with food this holiday season:

• Bake with your kids. Children love the thrill - and the mess - of baking. Remember, however, that baking with kids is not about making foods to adult standards or doing things perfectly. Keep the focus on the process rather than the end product, and let the measure of success be the time spent together.
• Use the best quality foods in your holiday recipes. Baked goods become even more memorable when they contain the highest-quality, most flavorful ingredients. Today, you don’t have to go to Indonesia to buy the best cinnamon, as this and other high-quality spices are readily available at most supermarkets at reasonable prices.
• Try something new. While tried-and-true family recipes will always have a special place at the holiday table, try a friend’s holiday recipe or update your old favorites by adding new ingredients to spice up your celebrations.
• Give baked goods as gifts. If you don’t have time to bake your own holiday treats, pick up a “CinnaPack” or two at your nearest Cinnabon bakery. The four- and six-count packages - featuring classic or cinnamon-pecan flavors, or a combination of both - come in boxes resembling wrapped gifts and are an inexpensive yet thoughtful way to “wow” a loved one.

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