Michelle Young
I have been working in the food industry for 15 years. I studied the culinary arts but I have found that I learned more through on the job experience. I have definitely paid my dues in the industry (I started as a dishwasher) but I am now in a position where I have the opportunity to teach people how to cook. I love everything about food from planting the seeds to creating wonderfully nutritious and, most importantly, tasty dishes.
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Microwave Recipe - Baked PotatoesMicrowave cooking is a quick and easy way of preparing food. Not only is this a great recipe if you have limited space but it will also spare you from the heat that is created by you oven or stove-top.
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Microwave Recipe - Rice CasseroleMicrowave cooking is a quick and easy way of preparing food. Not only is this a great recipe if you have limited space but it will also spare you from the heat that is created by you oven or stove-top.
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Microwave Recipe - Peanut Chip SquaresMicrowave cooking is a quick and easy way of preparing food. Not only is this a great recipe if you have limited space but it will also spare you from the heat that is created by you oven or stove-top.
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Microwave Recipe- Caramel PopcornMicrowave cooking is a quick and easy way of preparing food. Not only is this a great recipe if you have limited space but it will also spare you from the heat that is created by you oven or stove-top.
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Microwave Recipe - Quick Chocolate FudgeMicrowave cooking is a quick and easy way of preparing food. Not only is this a great recipe if you have limited space but it will also spare you from the heat that is created by you oven or stove-top.
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Microwave Recipe - Peanut BrittleMicrowave cooking is a quick and easy way of preparing food. Not only is this a great recipe if you have limited space but it will also spare you from the heat that is created by you oven or stove-top.
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Microwave Recipe - Hot Sausage BallsMicrowave cooking is a quick and easy way of preparing food. Not only is this a great recipe if you have limited space but it will also spare you from the heat that is created by you oven or stove-top.
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Microwave Recipe - Island PunchMicrowave cooking is a quick and easy way of preparing food. Especially good for students who live in dorms with limited kitchen facilities.
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Homemade Cuticle CreamA simple recipe that anyone can make. Make a great addition to a bath gift basket.
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Homemade RosewaterIf you have rose bushes, you already have the main ingredient!
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Homemade Sugar & Spice Bath MixA super simple recipe that uses common ingredients. Makes a great addition to a bath gift basket.
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Homemade Soft SoapA simple recipe that uses your leftover bits of soap. Makes a great addition to a bath gift basket.
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Homemade Tropical OilA wonderful blend of oils to help soothe your body at the end of the day. Also makes a great gift.
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Homemade Foaming Vanilla BathA recipe to make your own foaming bath gel. Makes a great gift or as part of a gift basket.
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Homemade Scented Shower GelMaking your own shower gel can save you a lot of money. You can make it any scent and color you choose. Also makes a great gift or a fantastic addition to a gift basket.
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Homemade Ranch Dressing MixThis mix makes it easy to whip up a batch of ranch dressing on demand. Makes a great addition to a gourmet gift basket.
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Homemade Herb Dressing MixA flavorful dressing mix that is healthier and cheaper than the ones you can buy in the store. Also makes a great addition to a gourmet gift basket.
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Homemade Flavored OilThese are suprisingly easy to make and are packed full of flavor. Remember to make these oils in small batches as they are perishable. They also make a great gift.
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Flavored VinegarEasy instructions on how to make your own flavored vinegars. Makes a great addition to a gourmet gift basket.
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Homemade Lightly Scented AftershaveMake this at home for just $2 a cup. Also makes a great addition to a "For Him" gift basket.
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Homemade Foot CreamWhy spend loads of money getting a pedicure in a salon when you can make your own cream and do it yourself? Makes a great addition to any gift basket!
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Homemade BBQ Spice MixSave yourself some money by making your own spice mix instead of paying the high prices at your grocery store. Makes a great addition to a BBQ gift basket!
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Homemade Bath CookiesJust as the name suggests, these are cookies but for your bath water. Also makes a great addition to a gift basket.
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Homemade Magic Fruity Bath SaltsYou can make these bath salts for a fraction of the cost of the store-bought version. Also makes a great gift!
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Homemade Cinnamon Oatmeal Milk BathA great way to have a relaxing bath for a fraction of the cost of the store bought version. A great addition to a gift basket.
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Homemade Almond Rose SoapThis recipe will create a gentle and fragrant soap. Great for your home or gift giving.
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Homemade Cinnamon SoapA great way to use up your leftover bits of soap! You can make this for your own use or try giving it as a gift or part of a gift basket.
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Cuban Steak MarinadeA tasty marinade that uses only a few ingredients. Can be used for other types of meat.
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Chicken Fajita MarinadeThere is no sense buying fajita marinade mixes when you can easily make your own for a fraction of the cost.
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Easy Homemade Hummus RecipeWhy spend a bunch of money for someone else to make something that is so easy to make?
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Recipe for Kids - Corn Flake StacksTeaching your child how to cook is one of the greatest long-term gifts you can give them. Not only does it help prepare them for adulthood but it also aids them with their self-confidence.
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Recipe for Kids - Peanut ChewTeaching your child how to cook is one of the greatest long-term gifts you can give them. Not only does it help prepare them for adulthood but it also aids them with their self-confidence.
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Recipes for Kids - Sandwich FillingsTeaching your child how to cook is one of the greatest long-term gifts you can give them. Not only does it help prepare them for adulthood but it also aids them with their self-confidence.
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Recipes for Kids - Easy Rice PilafTeaching you child how to cook is one of the greatest long-term gifts you can give them. Not only does it help prepare them for adulthood but it also aids them with their self-confidence.
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Recipes for Kids - Mini MeatloafTeaching you child how to cook is one of the greatest long-term gifts you can give them. Not only does it help prepare them for adulthood but it also aids them with their self-confidence.
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Recipes for Kids - French ToastTeaching you child how to cook is one of the greatest long-term gifts you can give them. Not only does it help prepare them for adulthood but it also aids them with their self-confidence.
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Recipes for Kids - PancakesTeaching you child how to cook is one of the greatest long-term gifts you can give them. Not only does it help prepare them for adulthood but it also aids them with their self-confidence.
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Tuscan Butcher SauceA tomato based pasta sauce made with italian sausage that is easy to make and freezes well.
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Homemade Salad DressingsHomemade salad dressings are easy to make and can save you a lot of money.
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Sweet Flavored Butters (Collection)A collection of sweet flavored butters that can be spread on toast, muffins, pancakes, scones or whatever you like.
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Bourbon SauceA creamy custard sauce flavored with bouron.
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Homemade BBQ SauceMaking your own BBQ sauce can save you money (especially during BBQ season). This recipe is great with chicken, beef, or pork.
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Easy Homemade Plum SauceA simple three ingredient recipe for a Chinese food condiment. Great for a novice cook.
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Tourtiere (Meat Pie)This regional Canadian meat pie is traditionally served at Christmas time in the province of Quebec. These pies can easily be frozen baked or unbaked. You can use your favorite pie pastry recipe or store bought pie shells and tops.
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Butterscotch Oatmeal CookiesButterscoth and oatmeal are a winning combination! These are just as good without adding the butterscotch chips.
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Cinnamon ButterI am the only cook at a children's summer camp and this is the most commonly requested recipe from campers and their parents. Great on toast, pancakes, french taost and crepes.
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Homemade Flavored Oatmeal MixWhy spend money on flavored oatmeal mix when there is a cheap and easy homemade alternative? You can use whatever type of dried fruit your family likes.
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Easy Spinach ManicottiAn Italian restaurant favorite that you can make at home. Cheesy goodness the whole family will love!
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Molasses Baked BeansA simple slow cooker bean recipe that is perfect for a cold winter day or night. What a way to end a day of wintery outdoor adventures!
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Homemade Peanut ButterWhy pay the high prices for natural peanut butter when you can make your own for a fraction of the cost? A great way to help you stay healthy without digging into your budget.
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Homemade Hot Chocolate Drink MixHot chocolate is a winter favorite for the young and old but buying the premade mix can be costly. Why not try making your own? Not only will your family thank you but your wallet will too.
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Homemade Pesto SaucePesto sauce is a great thing to always have on hand. If you find the store bought sauces to be a little pricey, try making your own.
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Simple Slow Cooker Vegetable CurryAn easy vegetarian slow cooker recipe. Great for heating up a cold winter night.
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Homemade Chicken FingersA healthy alternative to a kid pleasing favorite. Why spend money on a product that you can make at home?
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Simple Crispy ChickenAn easy oven baked breaded chicken recipe. Perfect for the novice cook or the busy mom who does not have the time to spend preparing meals.
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Soft Molasses Drop CookiesA wonderfully soft and tasty cookie. A definite classic.
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Super-Simple Beef StewAn easy slow cooker recipe. Great for warming you up on cold autumn or winter night.
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Spanish PaellaA traditional Spanish seafood dish. You can purchase chorizo sausage in any Latin food store or you can substitute it with Italian sausage.
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Hot Buttered Apple RumA slow cooker recipe for a great autumn beverage.
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Steak Au PoivreThis is a traditional french recipe for pepper steak. If you would like a less spicy steak, simply cut back on the amount of peppercorns you use.
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Easy Raspberry JamAn easy three ingredient jam recipe that uses fresh or frozen raspberries that does not require pectin. A great recipe for the canning and preserving novice.
