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Vegetables And Maple Syrup: Two Recipes

Pure maple syrup has a richer, more complex flavor than other sweeteners and is lower on the glycemic index than sugar is. It pairs well not only with the standard pancakes and waffles but also salty and spicy foods. It serves as an excellent complement to salad dressings. Try it in the following vegan, gluten-free recipes. Brussels sprouts and broccoli with maple mustard vinaigrette INGREDIENTS 4 cups Brussels sprouts (shaved or thinly sliced) 4 cups broccoli florets (thinly sliced) 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil salt and pepper to taste for the dressing Read More 

Unique Ways To Save Money On Your Wedding Cake

Other than the bride and groom, wedding cakes are the centerpiece of the wedding reception. They showcase the style and personality of the couple. Frugal couples want to have the wedding cake of their dreams without having to spend an arm and a leg for it. Here you can find out which ideas will really help you and which are just myths. Styrofoam: Saving Money? Many people suggest that you use Styrofoam layers in your cake to save money. Read More 

How To Keep Your Baked Alaska From Falling Flat On A Hot Day

It takes some serious chef skills to make baked Alaska. Between the ice cream and the hot baked meringue on top, you are constantly trying to keep the ice cream cold and the cake and meringue the perfect consistency. When you really want to wow people at an event or family gathering, baked Alaska is the way to go. There is just one tiny problem that you need to cover, and that is keeping your incredible dessert from melting on a hot summer's day. Read More 

The New Rules Of Office Coffee Service Etiquette

Many offices these days employ an office coffee service. Standard coffee service provides a technician who will visit on-site in case your coffee machinery needs to be repaired or replaced. Select services provide a full array of coffee and tea products. This means that, generally weekly, a delivery person will stop by and replenish your supply of coffee, tea, and accompaniments. The benefits of this service are clear: if the machine breaks, you won't have to rely on that one person from another department who understands coffee makers to get the coffee flowing again. Read More