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Weight Loss Mar 09, 2013

Time For a Cold One! Calories in Beer

One way to wash away the stresses of your 9-to-5 is with a nice, cold beer.

by Jenny Sugar

One way to wash away the stresses of your 9-to-5 is with a nice, cold beer. Unfortunately, beer is like "liquid bread" because of all the carbs, so it's good to know that not all beers are created equally, especially when it comes to calories.

If you're watching your waistline and enjoying an ice cold brew, then you'll probably want see how beers compare. The numbers may surprise you. Here's the nutritional info for one glass, can, or bottle of beer (about 12 ounces).

Beer Brand	Calories	Carbs (g)	Alcohol Percent
Amstel Light	95	5	3.5
Anchor Steam	155	16	4.9
Anheuser Busch Ice Pale Lager	171	12.5	5.9
Anheuser Busch Light Pale Lager	95	3.2	4.1
Beck's Pilsner	138	9	5
Beck's Premier Light	63	3.8	2.3
Budweiser	145	10.6	5
Bud Light	110	6.6	4.2
Budweiser Select	99	3.1	4.3
Coors	149	12.2	5
Coors Light	102	5	4.2
Corona Extra	148	14	4.6
Corona Light	99	5	3.2
Foster's Premium Ale	160	12.5	5.5

Keep reading to find out the calories in other popular beer brands.

party planning Mar 08, 2013

Five Frothy Brews We Can't Get Enough Of

While we certainly don't eschew a bottle of sudsy brew any time of year, something about March weather and the upcoming St. Patrick's Day celebration has left us with an intense desire to crack open bottles with increasing frequency.

by Nicole Perry

While we certainly don't eschew a bottle of sudsy brew any time of year, something about March weather and the upcoming St. Patrick's Day celebration has left us with an intense desire to crack open bottles with increasing frequency. Click through for our favorite picks we tried (and loved) this week — we hope you'll enjoy them as much as we did!

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recipes Mar 07, 2013

Say Cheese! Cheddar and Guinness Welsh Rarebit

In America, we'd probably call it an open-faced grilled cheese sandwich, but across the Atlantic in the British Isles, it's known as Welsh rarebit (also called Welsh rabbit).

by Anna Monette Roberts

In America, we'd probably call it an open-faced grilled cheese sandwich, but across the Atlantic in the British Isles, it's known as Welsh rarebit (also called Welsh rabbit). The dish consists of a beer and cheese sauce that is poured over a slice of toast. Dating back to 300 years ago, rarebit first made its appearance in taverns across Ireland and England. Who wouldn't want to pair their ale with a cheese toasty?

While there are various renditions of rarebit, this particular recipe features Guinness and Irish cheddar to make it St. Patrick's Day-appropriate. The cheesy spread doesn't look very appetizing after a whirl in the food processor, but after a trip to the broiler, it emerges bubbling, gooey, and impossible to resist. Comforting like the American classic but with bolder flavors from the beer, mustard, and cayenne, it's like a grilled cheese, all grown up.

Try this recipe for Welsh rarebit with an Irish twist.

History of Starkbierzeit and Doppelbock Strong Beer

Spring Mar 07, 2013

Strong Suds: A History of Starkbierzeit and Bavarian Doppelbock

In New Orleans, revelers celebrate one last hurrah before the Lenten season during debaucherous Mardi Gras, but in Munich, there's less of a need to blow off steam thanks to Starkbierzeit, or "strong beer season."

by Sara Yoo

In New Orleans, revelers celebrate one last hurrah before the Lenten season during debaucherous Mardi Gras, but in Munich, there's less of a need to blow off steam thanks to Starkbierzeit, or "strong beer season." Each March, breweries in the region churn out doppelbock, a high-alcohol, intensely rich and malty brew, in celebration of the 17th century monks who created it. Characterized as Oktoberfest minus the tourists, Starkbierzeit isn't highly publicized, but the beer it honors has quite a following in Germany and in many other parts of the world. Ready to drink in some strong beer fun facts? Just read on.

beer Mar 05, 2013

Can You Raise the Right Beer Glass?

You might be aware that beer glasses come in varying shapes and sizes, but perhaps you haven't been briefed on the specifics.

by Susannah Chen

You might be aware that beer glasses come in varying shapes and sizes, but perhaps you haven't been briefed on the specifics. Like wine goblets, different beer vessels are designed to enhance aroma, retain foam and texture, and trap flavor compounds. Can you guess which beer style is designed to go into each one of these vessels? (Here's a tip: don't let the color of the beer in the glass throw you off!) Find out if the glass you're raising is the right one when you take our quiz.

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beer Mar 01, 2013

What Ales You: Brew Basics and How It Differs From Lager

We may start our morning off with a fermented kombucha drink, but back in the Middle Ages, the main source of hydration was ale.

by Anna Monette Roberts

We may start our morning off with a fermented kombucha drink, but back in the Middle Ages, the main source of hydration was ale. That's right: beer! Originating from the Old English world ealu, ale has been around for centuries and was a necessity during the Middle Ages, since the risks for contaminated water were great and the fermented beverage likely killed any harmful bacteria. While our consumption of ale has diminished greatly since then (as lagers seem to reign supreme in the beer industry), you may find yourself ordering a stout or a Belgian white and wonder, "Hmm, is this a lager or an ale?"

Here's the first and most noticeable way to recognize the difference: the taste and appearance. Compared to lagers, which tend to be crisp, clean-tasting, light-bodied, and served really cold, ale is bitter, fruity, full-bodied, and served only slightly cooler than room temperature. But to make things taste the way they do, it's all in the method of fermentation.

beer Feb 25, 2013

Don't Chug It — Add It! 8 Beer-Boosted Recipes

What do certain recipes for nacho dip, ice cream, and white beans have in common?

by Lisette Mejia

What do certain recipes for nacho dip, ice cream, and white beans have in common? Why, none other than good ole beer. You'd be surprised that booze is a key ingredient in some unique and ingenious dishes. Click through to see what we're talking about and try them yourself.

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recipes Feb 22, 2013

Cheddar Beer Soup: A Quick-Fix Meal in a Bread Bowl

This isn't your grandma's soup recipe, that's for sure — and we mean that in the best way possible.

by Lisette Mejia

This isn't your grandma's soup recipe, that's for sure — and we mean that in the best way possible. Beer, bacon, and cheese come together for a rich, hearty meal that's simple to make and even better when presented in a bread bowl. We have a feeling you'll be reaching for this dish day after day. Don't believe us? Check out the video, take down the recipe, and see for yourself!

beer Feb 19, 2013

Have an Hour to Spare? Make Black Pepper Beer Bread

While few kitchen endeavors instill a greater sense of accomplishment than baking up a loaf of yeasted bread from scratch, quick breads (like beer bread) are often more practical and fill the doughy void with panache.

by Nicole Perry

While few kitchen endeavors instill a greater sense of accomplishment than baking up a loaf of yeasted bread from scratch, quick breads (like beer bread) are often more practical and fill the doughy void with panache. Take for example this tender, craggy, and all-around delectable loaf. Unlike its twice-risen brethren, it can be yours in just under an hour from start to finish — a boon for the instant gratification set. Even better, its yeasty aroma will perfume your home in an intoxicating manner as it bakes; it's a true twofer if there ever was one.

I prefer mine toasted and slathered in butter, but it's also an excellent accompaniment to soups of all stripes — especially this cheddar-beer showstopper.

Don't think you'll be able to finish up the whole loaf within a day or two? Slice up the remainder of the loaf and freeze it tightly sealed; the next time you're yearning for a slice just toast it up per usual (it may need an extra minute cook time); the freezer staves off staling exceptionally well. (This tip also translates well to near-all manner of bread, muffins, and unfrosted cake, though with cake, simply allow it to thaw at room temperature before frosting or devouring plain.)

Keep reading for the fast and easy recipe.

beer Feb 03, 2013

7 Brilliant Uses For Beer

While you're cracking open a cold bottle of beer to celebrate the Super Bowl, you might want to consider using that chilly brew for purposes other than drinking if you have some left over.

by Emily Co

While you're cracking open a cold bottle of beer to celebrate the Super Bowl, you might want to consider using that chilly brew for purposes other than drinking if you have some left over. Here are some cool uses beyond imbibing:

Beer bath: Add two cups of beer to your bath to enjoy some healing effects. Hops have medicinal properties that are good for your skin. The beer bath is an efficient skin-softener, and it's even said to help with psoriasis and other skin ailments.
Stain remover: If you've made a mess on your clothing or rug, then dab it with a beer-soaked cloth. Let it sink in for a few hours, and then toss it in the washer.
Marinade: The slightly acidic properties of beer will tenderize meat without affecting too much of the flavor. Marinate the meat in beer for as little as a few hours or as long as a day.
Pest trapper: It's not just humans who enjoy guzzling beer; household pests do as well. Trap slugs and snails by placing dishes or jars of beer around your garden at night. You can even get rid of fruit flies by placing a jar of beer in your home, covering the top with paper, and poking a small hole in the paper cover. The flies will be lured into the jar but will be unable to make it out.
Gold jewelry cleaner: Soak your gold jewelry in beer, and then take it out and polish it lightly with a dry cloth.
Wood furniture brightener: Brighten up your dull wood furniture by rubbing it down with a cloth dampened with flat beer.
Beer batter: Leftover beer is great for cooking. There are so many recipes that call for beer batter, and they include beer battered onion rings, beer battered fish and chips, and the list goes on.