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US FDA: Mexican "Vanilla" With Coumarin (Tonka Bean): No Bargain
Mexican "Vanilla" With Coumarin: No Bargain http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/mexicanvanilla102908.html Tourists tempted to pick up bargains south of the border should beware of one bargain that isn't always a good buy—so-called Mexican "vanilla." This flavoring product may smell like vanilla, taste like vanilla, and be offered at a cheap price. But it's often made with coumarin, a toxic substance banned in food in the United States.Mexican Recipes?
We're having friends over for dinner this weekend and are considering making a big Mexican feast. But our Mexican culinary knowledge doesn't go far beyond tacos, fajitas, and black bean soup. Do any of you have any good Mexican recipes to share?Need Ideas for a Mexican Themed Gift Basket for MyOpinion
TeamSugar member MyOpinion (http://teamsugar.com/user/My+Opinion) has asked a favor of all of you (and me)! She's hoping to put together a gift basket for her sister, to thank her for all that she's done and really show her how much she's appreciated and loved.
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"Do you have any ideas on a gift basket for someone who constantly cares for another?
Sienna Miller Plans Mexican wedding
Sienna Miller and Rhys Ifans are planning to marry on a private Mexican island, it has been claimed. The ‘G.I. Joe’ actress - who reportedly accepted Rhys’ proposal earlier this month - is said to have chosen the idyllic island of Isla Mujeres, located eight miles off the coast of Mexico’s Cancun.Snack Attack: Mexican Pinwheels
I am always looking for snacks that are tasty and easy and this recipe for Mexican Pinwheels from the American Diabetes Association is one that you can make ahead of time and bring for lunch at work:
Mexican Pinwheels
Serving Size: 1 tortilla roll, sliced into pinwheels
Total Servings: 1
Prep time: 15 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours
Ingredients:
2 Tbsp canned fat-free refried beans
1 10-inch tortilla
2 Tbsp diced tomato
2 Tbsp drained cooked corn, cooled
1 Tbsp reduced-fat sharp cheddar (optional)
1/2 Tbsp finely chopped cilantro (optional)
2 Tbsp mashed avocado
1 Tbsp fat-free sour cream
2 Tbsp salsa
Directions:
Spread the refried beans on the tortilla. Sprinkle tomato, corn, and if desired, cheese and cilantro onto refried beans. Mix avocado, sour cream, and salsa.
Mexican Rice and Beans With Ham
hearty meal that gets its zip from fresh cilantro.
Serves: 4; Prep Time: 5 minutes; Cook Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients:
6 cups fat-free chicken broth or water
1 smoked ham shank (about 1/2 pound)
2 bay leaves
1 1/4 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
1 19-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 tsp adobo seasoning with cumin, or ground cumin
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
Directions:
In a large saucepan, combine broth, ham shank, and bay leaves. Set pan over high heat and bring to a boil.
Gwyneth Throws Mexican Fiesta for Son Moses
With her platinum hair freshly curled, Gwyneth Paltrow looked pretty in pink (vintage couture) at Tuesday's Hottest Pink Party Ever, the Breast Cancer Foundation's annual spring gala. But it wasn't Paltrow's first party of the night. Earlier in the evening, the Oscar-winner threw a birthday bash for her son Moses, who turned two on Tuesday.Healthy Layered Mexican Dish
I found this recipe on Dannon.com and it was phenomenal! Layered Mexican Dip 2 cups DANNON® Plain Yogurt 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 16 oz. can refried beans 1 cup chunky salsa (mild or spicy) 1 cup sliced black olives 1 cup lowfat grated cheddar cheese 1 cup jalapeno peppers (optional) 1.A healthy Cinco De Mayo salad!-Crunchy Mexican Salad
I just read this recipe on Dr. Weill's website and thought it sounded great. I am going to make it once I go grocery shopping next week!Kim Kardashian & Reggie Bush Return From Mexican Paradise
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian and her main man, NFL star Reggie Bush return to Los Angeles airport on Sunday, following a romantic getaway in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
In a recent blog entry, Kim, 27, shared what she bought Reggie for the holidays: “For Christmas I bought everyone bowling balls… Reggie’s is a clear ball with a skull, [little brother] Rob’s is an eye ball, [Rob’s girlfriend Adrienne Bailon] got a cheetah ball (get it?), [sister] Kourtney got a black-and-white striped ball, [Kourtney’s boyfriend Scott Disick]’s is a dollar bill ball, [sister] Khloe received a leopard ball, and I gave myself a pink one, of course!”
http://justjared.buzznet.com/2008/04/21/kim-kardashian-reggie-bush/
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