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زعفران ایرانی

زعفران ایرانی

ما عاشق لذت بردن از شیرینی و بستنی با زعفران ایرانی در مراسم عروسی و موارد خاصی هستیم، اما آیا می دانستید که زعفران یک گیاه است که می تواند اثرات فوق العاده ای بر سلامت و سلامتی ما داشته باشد!

یک واقعیت بسیار جالب در مورد زعفران (کاشمریا، کومکوما) این است که حدود 150 هزار گل برای تولید یک کیلو زعفران خشک شده استفاده می شود و این باعث می شود که آن بیشترین میزان ادو��ه جات در جهان باشد. در حالی که زعفران بخش مهمی از غذاها در هند، اسپانیا و ایتالیا است، در هند، اسپانیا، یونان و بخش های خاورمیانه واقع شده است.

زعفران یا کزر غنی از پتاسیم، منیزیم، روی و سلنیوم است و فراوان است با آنتی اکسیدان هایی که رادیکال های آزاد را تخریب می کنند. ما زعفران را به عنوان بخشی از رژیم غذایی و ظرافتهایمان دوست داریم، اما بسیاری از اینها می دانند که خواص فستیوال طلای زعفران فوق العاده ای دارند. مکانیسم اساسی زعفران بر بدن ما تأثیرات آرامش بخش و آرام بخش داشته است. و این به نوبه خود باعث افزایش میل جنسی می شود.

زعفران داراي خواص ضدافسردگی خوبی برای مردان و زنان است و همچنین با اضطراب، بی خوابی، PMS و مقاومت به انسولین کمک می کند. برخی از آنتی اکسیدان ها شامل کروکین، کروکتین و سافرانال می باشند. در حالی که این افزایش میل و تحریک جنسی است، جریان خون به اندام های جنسی افزایش می یابد.

پیکوکروکین یک ماده شیمیایی در زعفران است که باعث تشکیل بدن، به ویژه ارگان های جنسی حساس تر به لمس می شود. درک احساسات لمسی افزایش یافته است. هر گاه در سیستم تولید مثل ضعف وجود دارد، میل به لذت و رضایت، که میل جنسی است، کاهش می یابد. زعفران با برداشت ضعف از سیستم تولید مثل، اطمینان حاصل می کند که موضوع دارای میل جنسی بالایی است.

بنابراین با ترکیباتی که قبلا ذکر شد، زعفران تضمین می کند که کیفیت نعوظ تا حد زیادی بهبود می یابد. این به خصوص برای مردان مسن تر است. همچنین زعفران باعث کاهش استرس و تنش می شود.

تحقیقات نشان داده است که زعفران یکی از گیاهان است که به شدت باعث افزایش میل جنسی انسان می شود. اثرات اختلال نعوظ کاهش می یابد و یکی از آنها قادر به انجام نعوظ طولانی می باشد.

همچنین زعفران اغلب با فرهنگ عامه هم ارتباط دارد. رومی ها برای پوشاندن زعفران بر روی تختخواب های تازه کار استفاده می کردند.

اما استفاده از زعفران بسیار فراتر از فولکلور گسترش می یابد و ادویه عالی راه درمان اختلالات جنسی و افزایش باروری است. برای مردان، این روش عالی برای بروز مسائل مانند انزال زودرس است. و برای زنان، استفاده از زعفران به طور موثر به عنوان یک راه حل برای کمردرد قاعدگی و سندرم پیش از قاعدگی موثر است. و این حتی یک ابزار برای درمان بیماری های پیچیده سلامت جنسی است.

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Persian Saffron

Persian Saffron, with its rich coloring and exceptional taste and aroma, is in a class of its own. A miracle agent from ancient times, it is the world’s most expensive spice.

The three pistils of the Crocus Sativus L flower, from which saffron originates, are very thin, small and fragile. Harvesting these stamens can only be done manually in October, if possible early in the morning before the first day of the flowering season

For the production of a single kilogram of saffron, more than 100.000 flowers and 400 hours of labor are needed. Cultivating saffron requires extreme weather conditions: cold winters and hot, dry summers. The ground has to be dry and rich with calcium. That is one of the reasons Golden Result Saffron stems from Iran: the country has the best quality of saffron and is responsible for 90% of the world’s production.

  زبان فارسی

سه گلدان سبز Crocus Sativus L، که از آن زعفران تولید می شود، بسیار نازک، کوچک و شکننده است. جمع آوری این پرها تنها در ماه اکتبر می تواند انجام شود

برای تولید یک کیلوگرم زعفران، بیش از 100،000 گل و 400 ساعت کار نیاز است. کشت زعفران نیاز به شرایط شدید آب و هوایی دارد: زمستان های سرد و تابستان های گرم و خشک. زمین باید با کلسیم خشک و غنی باشد. این یکی از دلایل نتیجه طلایی زعفران از ایران است: کشور دارای بهترین کیفیت زعفران است و مسئول تولید 90٪ تولید جهانی است

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Persian Saffron Benefits

Persian Saffron

Saffron is a spice obtained from the saffron flower. It is used to give an exceptional flavor, aroma, and color to dishes. Saffron is the most precious spice in the world.

Health Benefits

Lowers Blood Lipids

Stimulates Appetite

Prevents Breast Cancer   

Relieves Insomnia

Helps Digestion

Improves Sexual Dysfunction

How to Use Saffron Threads

Immerse the strands into a warm liquid such as water, stock, lemon juice, or vinegar according to your recipe. Leave to stand for at least 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Strain the liquid and pour into the dish you are preparing. The saffron threads may also be used for a decorative effect in some of your recipes.

Alternatively, crush the saffron threads using a pestle and mortar or by simply pressing down with the back of a spoon. Use the crushed saffron in the same way as the threads, as indicated above. When preparing soups, or dishes with a stock or sauce, do not allow the saffron to boil for too long. Add saffron towards the end of cooking.

Chinese Language

藏红花（番红花）

藏红花是取自于藏花的香料，藏红花特有的颜色，香味 和味道可以用于各类食物，藏红花在整个世界上是最昂 贵和最有价值的香料。 藏红花功效

降血脂    缓解失眠

降血压    助改善勃起功能障碍

预防乳腺癌 开胃进饮食 将藏红花使用于各类食品和饮料中的方法

第一种：将几丝藏红花放入一杯温水里，再将温水放置10分钟， 仅需用一小茶勺搅拌几次藏红花水溶液即可，然后水和藏红花通 过滤器，将剰余的红花溶液倒入正在准备的食物里，过滤的红花 丝，也可以用于装饰其他的食物。

第二种：这种方式通过杵0或是小勺背面将藏红花花丝碾碎，粉 末状的红花按照第一种方法放入一杯温水中，然后按照第一种制 作步骤进行。

注意：在准备一些汤品和其他食物时，直接用高温做，不要用隔 放许久的红花入食与其他食物一起烹煮，也不要将红花溶液在烹 饪食物的最后时加入。

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Saffron Tea

Saffron Tea

Ingredients

1.5 liters water / 6 tsp black tea / Vi tsp saffron (approx. 25 strands)

4 cardamom pods / sugar or honey to taste Preparation

Bring the water to the boil.  Add saffron and cardamom (only previously crushed seeds). Simmer for 8 minutes.Turn off the heat; add the tea and leave to stand for 5 minutes. Strain and serve.

Chinese Language

藏红花茶 水1.5升，黑茶6茶匙，藏红花半茶匙(大概25根】，豆蔻4个，糖（或蜂蜜） 制作方法：水煮沸，藏红花和豆蔻加入其中，再煮8分钟，熄火，加入红 茶，放置5分钟，溶液入古滤器过滤，之后即可随意享用。

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Shole Zard (A Delicious Dessert from Iran)

Shole Zard (A Delicious Dessert from Iran)

Ingredients

200 g rice /

2 liters water /

225 g sugar /

1 tsp saffron threads /

60 ml oil (or melted butter) 60 ml rosewater /

cinnamon powder /

30 g slivered almonds /

chopped pistachios

Preparation: Place rice in a pan with 2 liters of water and bring to the boil. Stir occasionally. After approximately 20-25 minutes, add the sugar and continue stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly. After another 20-25 minutes, dissolve the saffron in hot water and add to the pan. Pour the oil (or melted butter) into the pan, followed by the rose water. At this point, the Shole Zard is almost ready. Now add the almonds. Pour the contents of the pan into a bowl and set aside to cool. Use cinnamon, pistachios and almonds to decorate the dish.

Chinese Language:

大米200克，水2升，白糖225克，藏红花一茶匙，黄油60克，玫瑰水60毫升，肉桂 ，切碎的杏仁30克，切碎的开心果.

制作方法：先将大米放入有2升水的锅里，轻轻搅拌，约20-25分钟后，加入白 糖，继续搅拌，直到混合物稍浓些，20-25分钟过后，将红花放入开水中，并加 入锅内，油（或是融化的黄油）和玫瑰水倒入锅里，这时候黄米粥也就差不多准 备好了。锅里的材料放入一个小碗中，放冷，再使用肉桂和坚果粉装饰器皿。

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Shole Zard (A Delicious Dessert from Iran)

Shole Zard (A Delicious Dessert from Iran)

Ingredients

200 g rice /

2 liters water /

225 g sugar /

1 tsp saffron threads /

60 ml oil (or melted butter) 60 ml rosewater /

cinnamon powder /

30 g slivered almonds /

chopped pistachios

Preparation: Place rice in a pan with 2 liters of water and bring to the boil. Stir occasionally. After approximately 20-25 minutes, add the sugar and continue stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly. After another 20-25 minutes, dissolve the saffron in hot water and add to the pan. Pour the oil (or melted butter) into the pan, followed by the rose water. At this point, the Shole Zard is almost ready. Now add the almonds. Pour the contents of the pan into a bowl and set aside to cool. Use cinnamon, pistachios and almonds to decorate the dish.

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Cake Recipes - Scrumptious Easy Layer Cake

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Cake Recipes - Scrumptious Easy Layer Cake

Cake Recipes – Scrumptious Easy Layer Cake

The best thing about this cake, other than it being so easy, is that you can make it to please your taste buds! You really can choose any ingredients that you would like, but these are the ones that I have used in the past:

Cake

Pudding

Fruit

Cool Whip

Here are some other ideas of things that you may wish to choose from:

Cake: yellow, angel food, chocolate, strawberry, white

Pudding: vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, lemon, pistachio

Fruit: pineapple, cherry pie filling, bananas, peaches, pears (you can use as many fruits as you would like)

Chocolate chips, cinnamon candy, coconut, walnuts (or any other kind of nuts), are also great options.

Now to "build" your new layer cake, all you need to do is, layer the ingredients into a clear glass bowl. The presentation is so beautiful because you can see all the colors & ingredients through the glass! You may want to choose ingredients & colors to match whatever holiday that you are preparing the cake for.

Start with the cake as the first layer – (break into pieces or cut into squares), add fruit, then some pudding, then cool whip. Cake – fruit – pudding – cool whip, etc – until the bowl is almost filled. You can then top with items like: coconut, nuts, or cherries if you wish.

If you'd like to have colored coconut, just place coconut in a ziplock bag with a few drops of food coloring, and mix until desired color is reached.

An example of a nice holiday display; a large platter with the glass bowl in the center. Add green coconut "grass" around the platter. Then, add a few nicely placed Easter eggs (candy, or the real ones =) around the green grass.

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I Have Erection Problems! What Can I Do To Get Stronger Penis Erections Naturally?

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I Have Erection Problems! What Can I Do To Get Stronger Penis Erections Naturally?

I Have Erection Problems! What Can I Do To Get Stronger Penis Erections Naturally?

Nowadays, more and more men are having so called clearance problems. They either find it difficult to sustain their penis erection during sex, or can not have an inspection at all.

Obviously, this makes things quite complicated, and in same cases even depressing!

I am sure every man out there can imagine how bad it makes you feel if you are not able to sexually satisfy your wife or girlfriend. Not only do you lose your self-confidence and dignity, but it also starts eating you from inside!

In addition, you can no longer enjoy in pleasures that good sex can provide you with.

What Can You Do To Get Stronger Penis Erection Naturally?

Luckily, there are certain things you can do to improve the strength of your erections in a completely natural way:

Drink Pomegranate juice: This is the easiest way to make your unit work for you again. All you need to do is drink pomegranate juice on a daily basis for at least four weeks and then watch your erections explode!

Exercise regularly: Regular exercising, like running for instance, does not only keep you healthy and in good shape, but also makes your blood flow through your body, which is never a bad thing for erection strength!

Eat pistachios and walnuts: Men in Mediterranean have been using pistachios as erectile dysfunction treatment for decades. This food is great for boosting up your blood flow, just like walnuts are.

Do erection enhancement exercises: These are performed with you hands on your penis. With regular and correct routines you can significantly improve your overall penile health, including erections!

Use erection oil: The best male erection enhancement oils out there can give you results almost instantly. You may want to use it in the mean while, while waiting for the above things to start giving you more permanent results!

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Top List of Cakes You Can Make

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Top List of Cakes You Can Make

Top List of Cakes You Can Make

There are two main types of cakes and they are butter and foam cakes.

Butter cakes – are prepared by using solid shortening or margarine but people still call them butter cakes as they are moist, light and fine textured.

Foam Cakes – contained a large number of eggs or egg whites. The light and fluffy texture of foam cakes comes from the air beat into the eggs and from the steam which forms in the batter during the baking progress. The three kinds of foam cakes are:

– Angel food cakes – has no shortening or oil and only use white eggs. – Chiffon cakes – has oil and uses egg yolks and whites. – Sponge cakes – has no shortening or oil and uses egg yolks and whites.

The Different sizes of cakes and the total number of serves it can accommodate:

– 8 or 9 inch layer cake is good for 12 to 16 serves. – 8 or 9 inch square cake is good for 6 to 9 serves. – 13 x 9 inch rectangular cake is ideal for 12 to 16 serves. – 10 x 4 inch tube cake is good for 16 to 20 serves. – 12 – Cup Bundt cake is ideal for 16 to 20 serves.

The different kinds of cakes you can choose to purchase or prepare to for other people such as friends and family are as follows:

– Chocolate Turtle – Baritone Pudding – Pudding – Coconut – Holiday Jam – Strawberry Daiquiri – Cherry Nut – Party Cup Cakes for Kids – Chocolate Chip – Pineapple – 3-Day Mound – Easy Pound Cake – Triple Chocolate Apple – Black Forest – Ice Cream Cone Cup Cakes – Rocky Road – Lemon – Lime Refrigerator Sheet – Sherry Angel Food – Butterscotch Coffee – Cream Cheese Pound Cake – Crisp Cake – Skor – Strawberry – Stripe-It-Rich – Jam – Orange Chiffon Dessert – Pistachio – Cake Mix Cookies – Humming Bird – Baby Food Loaf – Grandmas Old Fashioned Fruit Cake

As you can see, when people are asked to make a cake, most can not think past sponge or chocolate. So, I hope you can see now that there are many varieties that you can choose from. You can either learn how to make these from searching the Internet or getting someone to make it for you.

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More Fruit Constipation Remedies - Part II

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More Fruit Constipation Remedies - Part II

More Fruit Constipation Remedies – Part II

Here are some more constipation remedies using fruits. Try to get your organic fruits and eat them as soon as possible. The longer you keep fruits, without using them, the less enzymes and nutrients they have.

Apricots

Apricots are one of the most nutritious fruits since they are high in fiber, vitamin A, C, potassium, and have many other minerals. One apricot has around 1000 IU of vitamin A. This vitamin is mainly in the form of the precursor beta-carotene.

Apricots have a laxative effect and are usually available during the summer. Dried apricots are also good and are much higher in vitamin A and in minerals.

Use dried apricots that have not been discharged with sulfur dioxide. Some people are allergic to sulfur dioxide and it is considered a pollutant that is found in our air. This chemical is a conservative that prevents apricots from turning brown.

If you have an ulcer, eating apricots with sulfur dioxide can increase your stomach acid and aggravate it.

Avocado with Apple Cider Vinegar and Lemon

Here's a recipe that will make you go to the bathroom in a couple of hours.

Peel 1-2 avocados Add a little sea salt 3-4 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar (to taste) 1-2 tablespoons of lemon (to taste) Mix all together and spread on your favorite crackers Have a good time eating

Yes, avocados are high in fat but they contain fat that is good for you, monounsaturated. In 4 oz., Half of an avocado contains 500mg of potassium and folate.

Bananas

Bananas are rich in potassium. They assist in healing open wounds in the interior body membranes. They are helpful in stopping dirrhea and at the same time in promoting bowel movements.

Eat two bananas on an empty stomach followed by a glass of distilled water. After your constipation is cleared, eat only one banana each day.

Blueberries

Blue berries can act as a laxative for some people since its use to stop diarrhea. These berries have chemicals, anthocyanosides that can kill bacteria and viruses

Blueberries are also good for reducing inflammation. This makes them good for inflammations that occur all along the gastrointestinal tract.

Boysenberries

Boysenberry juice has a gentle natural laxative action on your bowel. When your constipation is not extra serious this juice will help move things in your colon.

Cantaloupe

Cantaloupe is one of best fruits you can eat. It contains many minerals and has Vitamin A and C. It is high in potassium. It has plenty of fiber and is useful for constipation.

Cherries

Cherries are high in potassium, fiber, and many other minerals, which are effective in neutralizing body acid. They contain vitamins B-1, B-2, folic acid and niacin.

Cherries have a laxative effect and can start peristaltic action.

Eat fresh cherries throughout the day or drink 3 glasses, 8 oz, of cherry juice during the day. Buy cherry juice in glass container. Eating and drinking cherries like this has kept me from having constipation. Cherries are usually only available during the summer, but you can buy cherry juice anytime.

Dried cherries can also be used except the can be expensive. Use these fruits statement as constipation remedies and at the same time gain the benefits of their nutritional value.

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Organic Dried Fruit - The Perfect Healthy Snack?

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Organic Dried Fruit - The Perfect Healthy Snack?

Organic Dried Fruit – The Perfect Healthy Snack?

Is organic dried fruit the perfect healthy snack? It may well be. If you are trying to lose weight, feel better, eat more foods that are highly nutritious and rich in antioxidants, fruit is one of the keys. There are several reasons why eating dried fruit is a great idea.

One thing many people do not pay enough attention to is their snacking habits. What you consume in between meals can be just as important as your main meals. It's all too easy to get in the habit of munching on fattening and unhealthy 'foods "like chips, pretzels, candy bars and donuts during the day. work. These snacks are typically high in sugar, sodium, artificial ingredients and unhealthy fats.

Fruit makes an excellent substitute for such non-nutritious snacks. They are high in natural sugar, as well as antioxidants, which have been shown to be good for overall health and the prevention of many diseases. While fresh fruit is nutritious and refreshing, it's not always practical. Your favorite fruits are not always in season. Fruit can be either under or overripe. If you like bananas, for example, you've probably had the experience of a forgotten banana turning mushy and leaking into your car seat, pocketbook, backpack or carrying case!

Dried fruit is always in season and is convenient to carry. If you are going to start eating more dried fruit, it's good to look for the organic variety. Regular dried fruit often has added sugar, which you really do not need and counteracts the health benefits of natural fruit. Non-organic dried fruits may also contain chemicals and artificial ingredients.

You can find almost any variety of dried fruit. You may want to look for a mix that also contains nuts, which are a great source of protein and healthy fats. Or you can buy your favorite chopped nuts and fruits separately and create your own mix. These can be conveniently flown to work, school or in the car, train, bus or plane.

Children can also learn to love dried fruit, though if they are accredited to candy it may take some reconditioning! If you have kids, this may be a project worth getting started on, however. Too much sugar has been linked to many problems with children, such as hyperactivity and difficulty in concentration. If your kids are hooked on sugar, do not try to get them to quit cold turkey. Introduce healthier snacks into their diet and gradually get them to think of sweeter things like candy bars as special treats rather than something they eat through the day.

Introducing something like organic dried fruit into your diet may seem like a small step, but it's something that can make a real difference in your health and well being. For you are not only getting the many benefits of fruit in your diet, you are losing the many unhealthy substances that you can cut back on as you make this healthy switch.

Source by CL Xavier

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Dried Fruit - Nutritional Value

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Dried Fruit - Nutritional Value

Dried Fruit – Nutritional Value

As the name implies, dehydrating, or food drying, via a food dehydrator, removes a significant amount of water from food. The water content for most fruits is very high, typically 80% to 95%. Removing the water from food, including fruits, inhibits various bacteria, yeast and molds from growing and spoiling the food and thus helps in its preservation and storage. Removing water from fruit also decrees the fruit's volume, that, once dried, the fruit's nutrient, calorie, and sugar content becomes more concentrated per serving. A half cup of dried fruit will contain more calories, nutrients, carbohydrates (primarily the fruit's natural sugar), and fiber, among other nutrients and minerals, than a half cup of fresh fruit. For example, a half cup of raw apples will contain about 2.5 grams of fiber, 65 calories and 17 grams of carbohydrates. A half cup of dried apples will contain approximately 6 grams of fiber, 180 calories and 50 grams of carbohydrates. While the dehydrating process does cause some nutrient loss, dried fruit is still an excellent source of:

* Vitamins A and various vitamin B's * Minerals including calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, copper and manganese * Protein * Natural sugars * Antioxidants

Dried fruit generally does not contain vitamin D and only contains small amounts of Vitamin C. However, applying a coat of lemon, lime, pineapple or other citrus fruit juice before the fruit dehydrating process can add vitamin C to the dried fruit, help prevent food discoloration and offset flavor and nutrition loss. Before drying, simply dip the fruit in the juice. Do not soak the fruit as this will prolong the drying time required in the food dehydrator.

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Drying Fruit

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Drying Fruit

Drying Fruit

With the three ways of preserving traditionally being freezing, cannning and drying, the only method that keeps food in its "raw" state nutritionally speaking is the drying method. That is, if it is done properly.

Drying fruit is one of the oldest ways of preserving extra, and also very easy. If done properly, dried fruit can be preserved with little nutritional loss for many years. Most people understand that canned and frozen food only last about a year at the most, and would not even think of using 5 year old canned food, for instance.

Recently, I opened a jar of dried peaches that I had attended in September of 1999, and to the great delight of my 13 year old, who was born in 1999, we enjoyed some peaches that were harvested and dried 13 years ago.

I know, some people may think, "yuck" they must've been yucky or black, or whatever. They were not!

The advantage to drying fruit at home the natural way is that YOU control the temperature, the quality of fruit, and the use or non-use of chemicals in the process. When drying fruit at the optimum temperature range, the fruit retains its color, enzymes, taste, and overall nutrition.

Dry fruit correctly can reserve the fruit for many years, rather than the usual recommended one year. It is sort of like the grain that was found in some Egyptian tombs that still sprouts because it was preserved properly.

Now, some nutrition and taste may be lost on older fruit, but for the most part, it is intact when done correctly.

The 13 year old peaches that we opened recently were great -we loved them, and they are the same golden color they were when I first dried them.

One note about drying fruit for the long term: if you want your dried fruit to last for more than a year, dry it longer, til it is "breakable, not bendable." If you are drying fruit more for short term use, then leaving it softer is fine, and can be more enjoyable for some.

Drying fruit is easy, with the right equipment. Not all food dehydrators are made equal. We use an Excalibur dehydrator, since the fan blowing from the back does not circulate the air, which is more effective in drying fruit.

So, usually the fruit is cut into 1/4 inch pieces, and laid on the sheets to dry. Bee Beyer's book, Food Drying at Home the Natural Way, is the best book on the subject, in my opinion, and goes into detail about any variations in cutting and drying times.

I typically leave my drying fruit on the dehydrator for 3 days, at her recommended temperature of between 110-118. The low temperature preserves the color, taste, and most importantly the enzymes and nutrition.

Dry fruit is so easy, my children love to do it – "grazing" as they go, of course! 🙂

Source by Roxanne Vick

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Almonds, Cashews, and Brazil Nuts - Why These Nuts Are So Good For You

Almonds, Cashews, and Brazil Nuts – Why These Nuts Are So Good For You

Are you looking for a great tasting snack that's good for you? With so many snack food choices available, it's easy to overlook natural choices that have been around forever, like gourmet nuts. Let's take a closer look at three varieties of nuts and learn why they're so good for you …

Why Nuts Are A Great Snacking Choice

If you walk through the snack food aisle of any grocery store, you will find literally hundreds of choices. Chips, candy, crackers, flavored this, spicy that, the list goes on and on.

The problem with most snack foods is they are processed foods. That means artificial ingredients have been added, like coloring or sweeteners. They might taste good, but are they a healthy choice? In most cases, the answer is no.

Nuts on the other hand are a natural product. They are a product of trees or plants, and by the time they have reached the grocery shelf, they've had little processing except roasting and salting. Yes, there are nuts that are candy coated or with flavor additives. But for the purpose of this discussion, let's consider nuts that are more or less in their natural state, plus lightly roasted and salted.

Almost all nuts are very good for your health. Three in particular stand out, and they are almonds, cashews, and Brazil nuts.

Almonds:

Almonds are about the best choice you can make. First of all, they are high in monosaturated fat (the good fat) which is important for blood circulation and heart health.

They are very rich in protein and fiber, making them an ideal snack after a workout. Further, they have high amounts of potassium, magnesium, and vitamin E, all of which are important for overall health. Vitamin E in particular is known to fight certain types of cancer.

Cashews

There is a reason why cashews are often picked first from a jar of mixed nuts. They taste great! But great taste is not all the cashew has going for it.

Did you know cashews have just about the lowest fat content of any nut? Most of the fat they do contain is monosaturated, and they are high in fiber and protein.

Interestingly, cashews are a great source of copper, an important mineral in our diets. Copper helps protect bones, blood vessels, and promotes healthy energy levels.

Brazil Nuts

Brazil nuts are the largest nut in size. They have a rich, slightly sweet flavor, similar to a macadamia nut. From a health standpoint, these nuts are high in selenium, an antioxidant that fights certain cancers, particularly prostate and breast cancer.

And in addition to protein and fiber, Brazil nuts are high in zinc and iron, both of which are important for digestion.

Summary

Just about any type of gourmet nut is a healthy snacking choice, but certain varieties own special health promoting qualities. Almonds, cashews, and Brazil nuts are all rich in various vitamins, anti-oxidants, protein, and fiber.

So the next time you're pondering a healthy snack, choose gourmet nuts. They are not only taste good, but they're good for you!

Source by Jim Hofman

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Iranian (Persian) Recipes and Cuisine

Iranian (Persian) Recipes and Cuisine

Iran has a rich history stretching back over 6,000 years, and many culinary delights. Apricots, artichokes, eggplant, lemon, lime, oranges, pistachios, spinach, saffron and tarragon all feature in Iranian cuisine. Spices are mixed delicately and carefully balanced to achieve the perfect combination.

For all Iranian lunches and dinners, certain accompanying dishes and side plates ("mokhalafat") are considered essential. These include:

– Sabzi – A plate of fresh herbs including basil, coriander, cilantro, fenugreek, Persian watercress and tarragon.

– Naan – Persian flat bread

– Panir – A Persian variety of cheese, somewhat similar to feta.

– Khiyarshur – Persian pickles.

– Torshi – Relishes.

– Cucumbers, sliced ​​tomatoes, onions, yogurt and lime juice.

Additionally, Persian meals are traditionally accompanied with tea ("chai") which is served with breakfast, and both before and after lunch and dinner, as well as throughout the day.

Rice is a popular dish in Iran, having been bought, it is believed, to the country in ancient times from India or perhaps Southeast Asia. There are several ways in which rice may be prepared in Persian cuisine, but despite the best-known is "Chelow" the rice is soaked and partly boiled, the water is then drained and the rice steamed, resulting in very fluffy rice with a golden crust at the bottom of the pot.

Some other well-known Iranian dishes include:

– Abgousht – Beef and vegetable stew.

– Fesenjan – A sweet and sour pomegranate-walnut stew, traditionally made with either chicken or duck.

– Shirin Polo – This is a traditional wedding dish, consisting of rice with slivered orange peels, slivered almonds and pistachio nuts.

– Chelo Kabab – The most famous Iranian dish of all. Chelo Kabab is marinated charcoal-grilled lamb served over rice.

Source by Sunil Tanna

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Is Dried Fruit Better For You Than Regular Produce?

http://seritafood.ir/?p=5416 Is Dried Fruit Better For You Than Regular Produce? Wondering if dried fruit is better for you than regular produce? In some ways it can be, but fresh fruit is superior overall - except when it comes to questions of convenience and accessibility, portability and storage. Here are some of the differences, and what type of fruit is best to try. Fresh fruit is arguably the most delicious food that comes straight from nature's bounty, and it needs no preparation or cooking to be enjoyed. The benefits of fresh fruit are wonderful - fruit is packed full of nutrients, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, enzymes, and energy (typically in the form of fructose, or fruit sugar). Oddly, though, dried blueberries have more antioxidants than their fresh counterparts. Drying and freeze drying are two of the ways to preserve fresh, ripe fruit for eating long after the harvest is over. These processes prevent spoilage and make fruits available all year, even those whose season is quite short. Conventional fruit drying processes almost always include additives, especially sulfur dioxide, to preserve the color and freshness of the fruit. However, the dried fruit is still a far better alternative than most snack options, such as sugary candy bars and trans-fat-laden potato chips. Freeze dried fruit does not usually contain additives, as the freeze drying process actually preserves the fruit better than conventional drying does. Because fresh produce can be difficult to store effectively, and is not as practical to carry on hiking expeditions, camping trips and outdoor excursions, the frozen dried stuff is a wonderful way to get the benefits of fruit without the fuss and muss of heavy fresh fruit . Freeze dried fruits and regularly-dried fruit contain sugars in a more concentrated form than you find with fresh produce, since the water has been mostly or entirely removed from the strawberries, peaches, apples, grapes, plums, or whatever fruit is in question. So it is important to remember that about 1/4 or 1/2 a cup of dried fruit equals a cup or so of fresh fruit as far as calories are concerned. Fresh fruits and vegetables are better than dried items because they contain live enzymes and no additives and most of their vitamins and minerals are available in higher percentages. They also have lots of water, which fills you up more quickly and then helps you to not consume too many calories while enjoying your fruit. However, keeping a stash of freeze dried fruit is a good idea to ensure you can always have your daily recommended fruit servings, even when fresh produce is not available to you. Source by Maria T. Miller

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Soft and Chewy Treats - An Introduction to Nougat, With an Easy Recipe to Wow Your Kids

http://seritafood.ir/?p=5401 Soft and Chewy Treats - An Introduction to Nougat, With an Easy Recipe to Wow Your Kids I do not know if you are like me, but when I think about what candies to buy next, I tend to remember the ones I usually leave until last to eat. These are the ones I like to savor when I only have one or two left left. It does depend on what the variety of candies is like to start with, but generally I make sure that I always get a mixture with soft nougat in, and, as these offer my moment of bliss, I leave them until last. There is something special about nougat. I think it must be the amazing texture and feel in the mouth. As far as I'm concerned there is nothing to compete with it for that super mouth-watering effect, and the chewy feeling as you roll it around in your mouth trying to get that last ounce of flavor and smoothness that only the nougat can give . They are soft and chewy treasures that are extremely irresistible! Nougat is also perfect for adding fruits and nuts to it. This enhancements the visual appeal of the candy, and for some reason never tenders to smother the taste of what you add to it, in fact it improves it. If you can imagine the taste of nougat with bits of your favorite fruit or nut inside, such as pistachios, it does not get you dashing down to your candy store, because you've just remembered how long it's been since you last tasted some ! If you do not have a candy store near-by, why not make some at home, and maybe there will even be some left over for others in the family. Before you can start candy making you need to have certain utensils and equipment ready at hand. You need a baking pan, foil, a 4 pint saucepan, a candy thermometer, an electric mixer, a wooden spoon, knife and some clear plastic wrap. The ingredients required are as follows: 1 1/2 cups of sugar, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, 1 cup of light corn syrup, c cup water, 2 egg whites, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 cup of pistachio nuts, or flaked almonds, or any fruit or nut of your choice, butter and extra cornstarch.

Line the baking tray with foil, and make sure to leave about an inch of foil over the sides of the pan. Spread butter on the foam and sprinkle it lightly with the spare cornstarch.

Secure the candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan. Mix the sugar and the cornstarch together in the saucepan, then add the corn syrup and the water. Mix all the ingredients altogether.

Cook the mixture on a medium-high heat until it boils. Stir it often and make sure all of the sugar dissolves. Continue heating the mixture and keep checking the candy thermometer. When it reaches 286 degrees.F remove the mixture from the heat.

Put the egg whites into the mixing bowl, and beat / whisk them on medium speed until they form stiff peaks. Put the mixer on a medium / high speed and then pour in the hot mixture slowly, little at a time, over the egg whites. You can now add the vanilla and beat until well blended. Continue blending until the mixture becomes thick and is no longer glossy.

Finally, mix in your choice of fruit or nuts, and pour the mixture onto the baking tray. Score the nougat into rectangles while it is still warm. Once the candy has cooled and set, lift it from the tray using the sides of the foil, then cut the nougat into pieces along the score lines you made earlier. Wrap the individual nougat in plastic and they are ready to serve.

This soft nougat recipe makes it so easy to produce such delectable, scrumptious and colorful candies, that you will wonder why you had not thought of making them before. The variety of different flavored nougat you can make is huge. You could even add the favorite fruit or nut of each member of your family, and give them all a wonderful surprise. There are few foods which get the same reactions as kids eating sweets such as these, so do not delay make some today, and remember to have your camera ready to record the happy expressions on their faces! Source by Janine Rose Lumanag