5 Steps to avoiding heartburn

1- Watch out for trouble foods that cause heartburn; alcohol, chocolate, fatty foods, mints, citris, coffee, and sodas. If you must have them take an antacid before you eat the trouble food. 2- Eating large meals can increase pressure on the stomach, which can cause acid to creep back up the esophagus. Try eating small,…

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Baked Winter Squash Soup

4 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, peeled and chopped 1 butternut squash 1 acorn squash 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 5 cups chicken stock 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons dark rum ¼ teaspoon ground ginger Salt Pinch of cayenne pepper 1. Cut squash in half and scoop out seeds. Place in a roasting pan…

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Cream of Fennel Soup

2 tablespoons butter 4 Fennel bulbs, chopped 1 onion, chopped 3 cups chicken stock 3 tablespoons anise liqueur ½ cup 35% cream Salt and freshly ground pepper 1. Melt the butter in a soup pot and add the fennel and onions. Stir over medium heat for 10 minutes. 2. Add the stock and salt and…

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Barley and Mushroom Soup

4 tablespoons butter 1 ½ cups onions, chopped 1 carrot, peeled and diced 2 cups mushrooms, sliced ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped 5 cups beef broth 1 cup red wine ½ cup pearl barley Salt & freshly ground pepper 1. Melt the butter in a stockpot and add the onions, cook over medium heat for…

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Leek-and-Potato Fritters

1 large russet potato, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces (about 1/2 pound) 1 teaspoon salt 2 pounds leeks, thinly sliced 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup matzo meal or fine, dry breadcrumbs 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup canola oil Sour cream (optional) Cook…

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