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Asparagus & Salmon Spring Rolls
These spring rolls are filled with smoked salmon, tender-crisp asparagus and plenty of fresh herbs. Spring rolls look impressive when you put them out for a party, but they are actually easy to make. To simplify the process, lay out all the ingredients you need to make the rolls near your work surface before you [...]

Basque-Style Chicken
Here is one of my favorite French stews: Basque-Style Chicken. While some versions call on stewing the ingredients together, this version has you add the roasted red peppers and the prosciutto toward the end of the recipe. That way, they stay fresh and vivid, and make for a more striking, colorful, and up-to-date version of [...]

Buffalo Chicken Tacos Recipe
Ingredients: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced into 1 inch chunks” oil (for deep frying) 1 cup all purpose flour ½ teaspoon black pepper 2 teaspoons salt ¼ teaspoons garlic powder 1 egg 1 cup milk ½ cup hot sauce 2 tablespoons butter 1 package small flour tortillas romaine lettuce (sliced) roma tomatoes (chopped) shredded [...]

Chicken Tacos with Charred Tomatoes Recipe
. . Charring tomatoes in a hot, dry skillet makes them smoky and flavorful; in combination with fresh herbs and spices, they elevate this dish from “everyday” to “ta-da!” Serve the tacos with reduced-fat sour cream. .. INGREDIENTS . 2 plum tomatoes, cored 1 clove garlic, minced 8 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed of [...]

Light Chicken Parmesan
The secret’s in the breading: Only one side of the chicken has it; plus, whole-wheat bread subs in for white, and an egg white replaces a whole one. INGREDIENTS 2 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread, torn into pieces 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon olive oil Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour [...]

Effective Disciplining
Disciplining a young child using the time out method can be very effective, and will work  with children as young as 18-24 months old. By using this method of discipline parents are giving the child time to sit quietly and alone after misbehaving, without becoming angry or agitated with the child. Designate an appropriate area [...]

Perks of Having and Raising Twins
Raising twins can be a little demanding. Compared to normal parents with normal kids, having twins means you have to do a double take on everything. As you get through the regime, you can make a lot of adjustments and improvise on your ways to do what must be done in less time and be [...]

Praise Your Children to Boost Their Self-Esteem
Praising a child correctly is important to the development of positive behaviors. It’s a great way to encourage constructive future behavior. When you give praise you are giving your child a feeling of positive feedback, which increases their sense of confidence, self esteem and abilities.  When you praise your child, you are pointing out the [...]

Recipe: Skillet Gnocchi with Chard & White Beans
. . In this one-skillet supper, we toss dark leafy greens, diced tomatoes and white beans with gnocchi and top it all with gooey mozzarella. Serve with a mixed green salad with vinaigrette. . Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil divided 1 16-ounce package shelf-stable gnocchi, (see Tip) 1 medium yellow onion, thinly [...]

Smoked Salmon Frittata Recipe
. . . Ingredients . 12 large eggs, beaten 1 cup heavy cream 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled 1/2 pound smoked salmon, chopped 3 scallions, sliced 1/8 inch thick, white and light-green parts only 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 red onion, finely [...]