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The term "Cocoa," a corruption of "Cacao," is almost universally used inEnglish-speaking countries to designate the seeds of the small tropicaltree known to botanists as THEOBROMA CACAO, from which a great varietyof preparations under the name of cocoa and chocolate for eating anddrinking are made. The name "Chocolatl" is nearly the same in mostEuropean languages, and is taken from the Mexican name of the drink,"Chocolate" or "Cacahuatl." The Spaniards found chocolate in common useamong the Mexicans at the time of the invasion under Cortez in 1519, andit was introduced into Spain immediately after. The Mexicans not onlyused chocolate as a staple article of food, but they used the seeds ofthe cacao tree as a medium of exchange.No better evidence could be offered of the great advance which has beenmade in recent years in the knowledge of dietetics than the remarkableincrease in the consumption of cocoa and chocolate in this country. Theamount retained for home consumption in 1860 was only 1,181,054pounds--about 3-5 of an ounce for each inhabitant. The amount retainedfor home consumption for the year ending Dec. 31, 1908, was 93,956,721pounds--over 16 ounces for each inhabitant.Although there was a marked increase in the consumption of tea andcoffee during the same period, the ratio of increase fell far below thatof cocoa. It is evident that the coming American is going to be less ofa tea and coffee drinker, and more of a cocoa and chocolate drinker.This is the natural result of a better knowledge of the laws of health,and of the food value of a beverage which nourishes the body while italso stimulates the brain.Baron von Liebig, one of the best-known writers on dietetics, says:"It is a perfect food, as wholesome as delicious, a beneficient restorerof exhausted power; but its quality must be good and it must becarefully prepared. It is highly nourishing and easily digested, and isfitted to repair wasted strength, preserve health, and prolong life. Itagrees with dry temperaments and convalescents; with mothers who nursetheir children; with those whose occupations oblige them to undergosevere mental strains; with public speakers, and with all those who giveto work a portion of the time needed for sleep. It soothes both stomachand brain, and for this reason, as well as for others, it is the bestfriend of those engaged in literary pursuits."M. Brillat-Savarin, in his entertaining and valuable work, _Physiologiedu Goût_, says: "Chocolate came over the mountains [from Spain toFrance] with Anne of Austria, daughter of Philip III and queen of LouisXIII. The Spanish monks also spread the knowledge of it by the presentsthey made to their brothers in France. It is well known that Linnæuscalled the fruit of the cocoa tree _theobroma_, 'food for the gods.' Thecause of this emphatic qualification has been sought, and attributed bysome to the fact that he was extravagantly fond of chocolate; by othersto his desire to please his confessor; and by others to his gallantry, aqueen having first introduced it into France."The Spanish ladies of the New World, it is said, carried their love forchocolate to such a degree that, not content with partaking of itseveral times a day, they had it sometimes carried after them to church.This favoring of the senses often drew upon them the censures of thebishop; but the Reverend Father Escobar, whose metaphysics were assubtle as his morality was accommodating, declared, formally, that afast was not broken by chocolate prepared with water; thus wire-drawing,in favor of his penitents, the ancient adage, '_Liquidum non frangitjejunium._'

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The traditional barbecue-inch of the Pacific Northwest has been adopted by the entire country – cedar planked salmon. Five-years ago, you had a hard time finding cedar planks in kitchen stores and in most markets, you had to buy untreated cedar at lumber yards and have the wood cut into planks for cooking. Today, home cooks across the country can find these gourmet-inch planks in most stores and they are using them frequently. And, if you stick with the traditional salmon fillet, there is no better presentation than serving the fish directly from the wood – until now. Grill Friends introduces the latest grilling and kitchen innovation: Organic Grilling Wraps. These thin wood wraps are made to be used in a similar way as cedar planks. Like a plank, the wraps must first be soaked to prevent burning. The soaking also makes the wraps flexible so that they can be wrapped around food. Grill Friends wraps are larger than their Japanese counterparts and perfectly sized for American portions. The wraps are designed for individual servings and make a dramatic presentation, whether you wrap the food or place the food on top. The sheets are disposable and make clean-up a snap. Package of 8, 7-1/4 by 8-inch wraps. Includes 4 Pecan and 4 Cherry Wraps.

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• From grilling expert, Elizabeth Karmel, a set of 8 thin wood wraps for grilling fish, shellfish, pork, poultry, beef, and more
• Made of all-natural, organic American wood from sustainable forests; 4 pecan and 4 cherry wraps designed for individual servings
• Adds a delicious and distinctive wood smoke flavor; keeps food moist and juicy; recipes included
• Great for cooking and for presentation on the table; pre-soak to prevent burning
• Each wrap measures 7-1/4 by 8 inches

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If you like Slow Cooking, you need this book. With 222 recipes guaranteed to make your mouth water, this book is a long-awaited treasure. With 222 recipes, the Slow Cooking Greats Cookbook is the only book for slow cooker recipes you'll need. The recipes are SIMPLE: simple ingredients and simple preparation. You can throw together many of the recipes if you have 20 minutes before you run off to work in the morning. You are likely to have most of the ingredients in your kitchen -- no exotic, hard-to-find ingredients in this cookbook. If you love Slow Cooking then this recipe book is a must have. You also will save grocery money. Many recipes call for less expensive cuts of meat since cooking at a very low temperature all day will make meats as tender and juicy as the more expensive cuts. You'll love this book, the recipes are easy, the ingredients are easy to get and they don't take long to make. There is an excellent recipe for Crockpot Winning Wings in Sweet and Sour Sauce, and a wonderful Working Person's Crockpot Country Pork Dinner. My favorite Slow Cookings are the slightly sweet ones like the Pineapple Sausage & Bean Crockpot Meal. There is also a wonderful Ground Beef and Potato Casserole. There is also a really nice Ranch-Style Brisket and Beans which is very easy to make yourself. This book will also give you enough inspiration to experiment with different ingredients since you'll find the extensive index to be extremely helpful. The recipes are superb. Wonderfully easy to put together and you don't have to make or purchase a ton of condiments before you have a chance to play with them. These Slow Cooking recipies really stand out in this great book: Crockpot Winning Wings in Sweet and Sour Sauce, New England Style Baked Beans, Crockpot Chicken & Artichoke Casserole, Crockpot Porkchops with Mushroom Sauce, Chicken and Herb Dumplings, Chicken And Sausage Gumbo, Chinese Style Country Ribs, Easy Chicken and Dumplings, Crockpot Caldillo (Green Chili Stew), Crock-Pot Chicken and Rice Casserole, Honey Orange Crockpot Chicken, Courthouse Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce, Gold Cake (The Basic Crockpot Cake) Yummy!! Definitely great comfort food for All Seasons.

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In "Grilling with HomeBBQ.com", Kevin Bevington (5 time FBA Team of the Year Champion) demonstrates cooking on gas and charcoal grills. He starts with the basics and then goes into some great food, including full recipes, and preparation. This DVD will include; Hamburgers, Steak, Chicken, Tri-Tip Roast, Pork Chops, Grilled Salmon, Shrimp, Stuffed Flank Steak, Baltimore Pit Beef, Pork Loin, and much more..This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.

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• Machine wash and dry

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Around the holidays, cooking for families and large groups is common. However, in the kitchen, the traditional oven usually does not provide enough cooking capacity for the main meal, side dishes and baked desserts. Enter the roaster oven, that provides a second oven freeing up the traditional oven for other dishes. This roaster is large enough to cook large roasts and turkeys up to 18 pounds. In addition, this roaster cooks up to 30% faster and with up to 77% less energy than a traditional oven.

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• 18-quart roaster oven roasts, bakes, cooks, and can be used for serving
• Removable steel roasting rack; removable enamel-on-steel roasting pan
• Accommodates large roasts and turkeys up to 18 pounds
• Adjustable temperature from 150 to 450 degrees F; stay-cool side handles
• Measures 23 by 17 by 9 inches; 1-year warranty