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What is the best gluten free matzo?

Here’s what gluten – free matzo products are available online or in stores.

  • Kestenbaum’s Gluten – Free Oat Matzos. Tom Grill / Getty Images.
  • Lakewood Gluten – Free Matzos.
  • Barkat Gluten – Free Matzos.
  • Manischewitz Gluten – Free Matzo -Type Squares.
  • Yehuda Gluten – Free Matzo -Style Squares.

Is all matzo gluten free?

And though eating matzo is a major element for a Seder dinner, it isn’t possible for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease. Matzo contains wheat, rye, and barley, which contain gluten. The solution for gluten -intolerant Jews, then, lies in gluten – free matzo.

Where can I buy gluten free matzo ball mix?

Manischewitz Matzo Ball Mix Gluten Free – 5 Oz – Albertsons.

Is Manischewitz matzo gluten free?

Not a replacement for seder matzo. Kosher for Passover and all year round. Certified gluten – free. For over 120 years Manischewitz has been committed to bringing you a variety of great tasting, authentic kosher food.

How does Gluten Free Matzo taste?

The Yehuda gluten – free matzo is crisp and salty, like a delicate water cracker, whereas the Manischewitz gluten – free matzo is a bit softer, closer to a saltine (the softness also contributed to its inability to withstand travel; the Manischewitz was the only matzo to arrive in pieces).

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Is matzo cake meal gluten free?

However, not all passover dishes are gluten – free! In fact, matzo meal, the main flour substitute, made of ground-up matzo – the Kosher for Passover bread – is still made of flour and therefore contains gluten. Many dessert dishes are therefore made using matzo meal to help create dishes like flourless chocolate cake.

Which crackers are gluten free?

9 Delicious Gluten – Free Crackers Worthy of a Cheese Plate

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  • Farmhouse Cheddar Almond Flour Crackers.
  • Almond Nut Thins.
  • Original Crackers.
  • Sea Salt Almond Flour Crackers.
  • Absolutely Gluten Free All Natural Crackers Original.
  • Real Thin Crackers.
  • Cheddar Cheese Baked Crackers.

Is gluten free flour OK for Passover?

Passover is a holiday when those who eat a gluten – free diet can rejoice. Traditionally, many products made for Passover have been free of gluten by virtue of being non-Gebrokts, not containing matzo as an ingredient, since a large number of observant Jews adhere to this tradition.

Is Gluten Free Matzo constipating?

So, as you digest this fiber-less treat, it makes its way into the stomach and intestines, slowly creating hard, dry, slow stool. It’s reasonable for that to lead to constipation and discomfort, especially if you’re eating large quantities of matzo each day, Zolotnitsky explains.

Do matzo balls contain gluten?

The most common form of knaidel, known as the matzo ball, is made from unleavened matzo meal and served in chicken soup for Passover. Matzo meal contains wheat, making it unsuitable for those on a gluten free diet.

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Is Manischewitz matzo ball soup mix gluten free?

Manischewitz gluten free matzo ball mix is perfect for all of your Passover cooking uses, and makes great matzo balls. Easy to prepare and great taste. Delicious treat that taste great in chicken soup or as a side dish. Gluten free matzo ball mix is gluten free, no msg, 0g trans fat and all natural.

What are matzo balls made of?

What are Matzo Balls and How Do You Make Them? Matzo balls are light and fluffy dumplings made of eggs, vegetable oil, water, matzo meal, and some simple salt and pepper seasoning.

Is Concord grape wine gluten-free?

Red and white wine is made predominantly from grapes, which are naturally gluten – free. The fermentation process also does not include any gluten. After fermentation, a process called fining, in which substances are added to the wine to help clarify it, could potentially cause gluten contaminants to enter the bottle.

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We understand and recognize both the economic and social impact that festivals and events have on our downtown businesses and community and are determined to bring unique and high-quality events. We traditionally sponsor about 30 different festivals and events each year. These events are, for the most part, free and take place in our public spaces. We also recognize the importance of sustainability in all of the work that we do and have included new sustainability components in our festival guidelines, encouraging our festival partners to incorporate sustainable practices.

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You should never miss a chance to see true superstars in their field perform.

Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace - world champion dancers who are best known for their roles on Strictly Come Dancing - most definitely fit into the superstar category.

The pair hit the boards of Grand Canal Dock’s Bord Gais Energy Theatre last night for the first Dublin performance of their final ever theatre tour.

Titled The Last Tango, the production was as exhilarating as the dance it’s named after.

A simple, heartbreaking love story told beautifully through music and movement, the show had audience members in laughter, tears and on their feet.

Vincent and Flavia are a joy to watch together – and the crowd got to enjoy stunning solo performances from both dancers as well.

They were amply supported by a small but talented troupe of backing dancers who looked like they were having a ball on stage.

The gorgeous, sparkling costumes and catchy musical score sung live by Matthew Gent and Rebecca Lisewski enhanced the performances even further.

But the best dance was undoubtedly saved until last with a finale that brought the house down.

The show runs for just four performances this week.

It’s a shame that this will be their last tango – and it would be an even bigger shame to miss it.

The Last Tango runs until Saturday June 11 at the Bord Gais Energy Theatre

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Colchester: Property professionals express ‘cautious’ optimism at seminar

Phil Eckersley, Peter Harrup, Guy Longhurs and Lewis Chambers at Colchester United

Phil Eckersley, Peter Harrup, Guy Longhurs and Lewis Chambers at Colchester United - Credit: Archant

Property professionals were cautiously optimistic that the market is on the road to recovery at a seminar event this month.

Around 200 delegates took part in the fifth annual Essex Property Seminar organised by accountancy firm PKF, Ellisons solicitors and chartered surveyors Fenn Wright at Colchester United’s Weston Homes Community Stadium.

It was chaired by Guy Longhurst, Ellisons’ property partner, who reflected on a very positive year.

Lewis Chambers from Fenn Wright in Colchester said the property market had remained remarkably stable in the last year.

Keynote speaker Phil Eckersley, The Bank of England’s Agent for East Anglia and the South East, gave an in-depth analysis of the UK economy.

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The seminar sets out to bring regional property professionals up to date on the state of the residential and commercial property market, tax planning and legal issues.

Over the last few years the audience feedback forms show a real-time barometer for where the market actually is. This year, when asked if businesses were feeling more positive about the property sector, optimism had risen by 20% from 50% at the same time in 2012 to an emphatic 70% for February 2013. Pessimism fell by 14.5% from 27% in 2012 down to 12.5% this year. In response to the question about potential acquisition of property over the next two years, figures have risen from 10% last year to 22.5% this year.

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Mr Chambers underlined that first time buyer activity had increased and that agricultural land values had outperformed most other markets.

“We are pleased that the feedback shows there are signs of a road to recovery for the property market and we are predicting that this will continue in 2013,” he said.

Peter Harrup, a Partner at PKF said: “We highlighted some of the tax issues coming up, namely the changes to the higher rate tax band and the anti abuse rule which come into force at the beginning of April as well as the new share scheme. It is especially important to seek sound tax planning in the property sector at this time.”

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Movers and Shakers: Policy appointment at Essex Chambers

AN Essex business support organisation has appointed David Burch as its new director of policy.

He will be developing a policy strategy to take account of the challenging economic climate and the emergence of new organisations affecting Essex businessess, such as the South East Local Enterprise Partnership, and work with the Chambers’ Policy Department to get the views of Essex Chambers’ members heard across as much of the county as possible.

Since joining Essex Chambers of Commerce David has been actively involved in lobbying on business issues at local, county and national levels and regularly meets the county’s Members of Parliament at Chamber briefing events in the House of Commons where the key concerns of Essex businesses are voiced.

He will also be working alongside the Chambers’ press and communications team in raising the profile of the organisation across the county’s media outlets.

David said: “I am delighted to be given this new role and to build upon the considerable amount of policy work that the Chambers have already undertaken. One of my key functions will be to ensure that the policy makers and politicians of Essex properly understand the needs of the county’s businesses whether they are a multi national organisation or a sole trader. There are a lot of great businesses in the county and we want to make sure everyone knows that business is good for Essex.”

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: : IPSWICH-based integrated digital agency Crafted has appointed Emma Plummer as PR director.

Emma will head up the company’s new offline public relations department, in recognition of the increasing need to combine digital communications with more traditional forms of marketing.

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With more than 12 years’ experience in PR, Emma brings with her a raft of clients from her own consultancy, which she ran prior to joining Crafted. In her time at Blue Poppy PR, Emma handled Crafted’s public relations for just under two years.

Emma has worked across a wide range of industry sectors, from technology to finance and environmental to health services and beyond, and has delivered high profile communications for top city law firm Nabarro, Suffolk Criminal Justice Board and international commercial drainage company Environmental Biotec.

Emma’s diverse background makes her ideally placed to handle communications for Crafted’s broad range of clients.

In her role as PR director, she will provide media relations, event management, internal communications, awards submissions, and crisis management services, as well as seeking speaking opportunities for those she represents.

Her appointment forms part of Crafted’s overall growth strategy.

She said: “Having worked within the PR industry for more than a decade, I know that there are very few agencies that are able to seamlessly integrate online and offline PR. That’s why I’m excited to be able to bring something unique to Crafted to strengthen its competitive positioning.”

Commercial director and co-owner Brad Warwick said:“Our clients and potential customers are increasingly recognising the importance of the relationship between digital and offline communications in order to target their customers most effectively. The decision to introduce an offline PR function is in appreciation of this trend, and is in direct response to our clients’ needs. Having worked alongside Emma for almost two years, I have firsthand experience of her successes and am delighted to welcome her to our team.”

: : LLOYDS TSB Commercial Finance has restructured its regional sales teams, appointing three heads for the east, each with responsibility for different business turnover ranges. The move is aimed at giving customers greater access to senior funding professionals.

Roger Brown, regional director, will look after businesses with a turnover of up to �15million. Mark Parsons, sales director, will head up the sales team in the east supporting companies with a turnover between �15m and �100m. The team looking after businesses with a turnover in excess of �100m will be headed by Jon Adams, working as part of a national team targeting this market segment to be led by Nick Elliott, head of sales, high turnover and major corporate markets.

As well as giving clients greater access to senior staff with specialist knowledge of companies of varying sizes, the new structure will enable the bank’s asset-based finance division to work more closely with divisions across the wider banking group to provide funding which most closely fits businesses’ individual requirements and growth strategies.

Managing director Ian Larkin said: “These strategic changes are a positive move, allowing us to increase our focus on origination and support our ambitions to grow the market. They also offer many benefits for our valued customers and introducers.

“By broadening our structure, the East, along with our other regions, will benefit from enlarged teams of senior commercial finance professionals focusing squarely on facilitating the growth of SMEs, mid-market businesses or large corporations.

“Aligning more closely with the structure of the wider banking teams means we will be able to work with our colleagues in Wholesale & Commercial banking to determine the most appropriate source of finance to best suit the needs of each of our customers on an individual basis, supplementing loans and overdrafts with tailored invoice finance and complementary products.”

: : DC Electronics, a manufacturer of custom-built electrical systems for the motorsport industry, has recruited six new members of staff to its Maldon office as a result of increasing orders coupled with its expansion into the US market.

Martin Dewey has been appointed as general manager in the UK office and will help strengthen the management team which already consists of David Cunliffe, Sandra Cunliffe and Simon Astle. Martin takes on the role after previously holding top managerial positions at Warburtons and Cambridge Assessment. His wealth of experience in distribution and manufacturing, coupled with his passion for motor sport, made him the ideal candidate for the role. Martin is also a licensed timekeeper and handicapper for the UK Motor Sports Association in his spare time.

Four new production staff have also joined DC Electronics. Darren Baker and Fred Guynette will be based in the UK while Jon Woods and Jason Shady join the US production team.

DC Electronics is currently in the process of appointing a new general manager for its Mooresville site, who will manage the company’s activities in the US and will work with Erica Dewey who is the new office manager for DCE Inc.

Managing director David Cunlifee said: “We are delighted to be expanding our team in both the UK and US. Over the past year, DC Electronics has gone from strength to strength, with the opening of our US production facility in May, our growth continues worldwide. We are excited about welcoming all our new employees, and look forward to continued success with them on board.”

Products designed and built by the company have been used in championships worldwide, including Formula 1, NASCAR, Indycar, World Rally, Superbike and even F1 Powerboats.

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is a fly infestation dangerous

Flies are surely an annoying pest. Anyone who’s attended an outdoor gathering such as a picnic or cookout knows how relentless they can be. Even one or two flies buzzing around and landing on food will be irritating until you finally are able to swat them. Flies will find their way indoors too and bug you in your home. So is an infestation dangerous?

Flies are surely a major nuisance by disturbing people during work and at leisure. Flies also soil the inside and outside of houses with their feces. So yes, they are dangerous, especially in large numbers, mostly because of their ability to spread germs.

When you think of the most dangerous pests, the house fly probably isn’t one of the first that comes to mind. Instead, you probably think of a pest that stings, like a wasp or bee. It is true that flies rarely bite or sting, but the danger lies in the fact that they often land on dead animals, rotten food, manure, and trash. As flies frequent those places, they can pick up and spread diseases that are harmful to humans.

Think about that. Every disgusting place they land such as sewers, garbage heaps, and fecal matter, are bacteria-ridden. Flies most certainly carry these unseen bacteria around on their bodies as they land on other objects - like your food.

Their bodies have tiny hairs and those hairs pick up microscopic matter while crawling and feeding. Those germs that stick to the outside surfaces of the fly may survive for only a few hours, but those that are ingested by the fly may survive in the fly’s crop or gut for several days. Transmission takes place when the fly makes contact with people or their food, sometimes a fly will even end up in your food.

Of course many pests can spread bacteria, viruses, and disease but flies are amongst the most concerning. According to this study by Penn State, it is suspected that house flies carry even more diseases than previously suspected. It’s important to note that there is one species of fly called the cluster fly that is not as much of a health risk because they do not lay eggs in human food. However, a large gathering of cluster flies near a window or on a warm indoor wall can still be an annoyance. This species can be distinguished from the common house fly by their sluggish flight pattern.

So how do you enjoy outdoor activities without risking exposure to these bacteria carrying insects? There are some steps to take that can help. When enjoying the outdoors choose an area that is not as exposed and away from public trash receptacles. Set up a portable screened tent room to enjoy your food without the nuisance of insects.

Some repellants work to minimize the number of flies that will be drawn to your outdoor activity areas. Citronella candles and even a campfire will deter flies. If it’s a breezy day and not too hot flies are typically less active. Keep your food covered and don’t consume food that’s been left uncovered or has been seen with flies. You can enjoy outdoor activities and avoid the risks of contamination by these insects if you are proactive.

If you suspect there’s a fly infestation in your home or exterior areas contact Eagle Pest Services for a no-obligation estimate.


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Making this crisis work for us all

Professor Nóirín Hayes, School of Education, Trinity College Dublin

3rd June 2020

These are uncertain times and, just as we are, young children are struggling to make sense of it all. In this pandemic it is difficult for them to understand what it is that is creating anxiety and fear among their parents and other adults. Some children will seem unaffected, some scared, others frightened, curious or sad. Those living in stable and secure homes may be less affected than those children living in more precarious circumstances where the anxieties at home may contribute directly to their own stresses and anxiety. An important minority live in homes where tensions will have tipped into aggression, which will further heighten their own fears and distress.

These are the various experiences that children will bring with them as they arrive back into early childhood services. And we have an important role to play in allaying fears and providing familiar, calm, playful and welcoming spaces. Children will need to take things at their own pace through their play and we should not rush them through this important period of adjustment. What we need to do, what we are trained to do, is give them the time, materials and encouragement for playful interactions with their friends in early learning environments that have been carefully prepared to allow them explore their own worlds, inner and outer.

Research suggests that relationships and the quality of these relationships may be more important for children’s positive development than the contexts within which they are living or the environment in which they are growing up. The developmental psychologist Urie Bronfenbrenner has highlighted the importance of relationships and day-to-day interactions – what he called proximal processes – as the engines driving development. The power of these quality interactions, which are responsive to children’s behaviour, sensitive to the characteristics of individual children and have the most fundamental impact on early learning and development, is a key feature of the unique nature of early childhood education. Quality early educational practice exemplifies a strengths-based view of children reflecting a view of them as competent, strong and active participants in their own learning and development. Even the very youngest child engages in meaningful communication through their movements, their vocalisations and their overall behaviour – our skill is in ‘reading them’ and responding in an attuned and supportive manner. Knowing your children well, knowing their interests, their friendships, their fears and their strengths can inform the way in which you relate to them and can guide you in how to create relational environments that facilitate, encourage and give time for relationships with children, between children and with elements of the learning environment. Over the coming months children will need time to allow them play alone and in small groups in calm environments where they can have some control. With the likely restrictions on space the outdoors becomes a powerful ally and a space where children can have opportunities for movement, creative exploration and spontaneous play.

Strong, positive and warm relationships can help overcome the challenges some children face and help children whose security has been disrupted as a consequence of this invisible virus. Clear feedback is an essential source of personal affirmation, particularly important for young children as they seek to understand their position in the world. The key elements contributing to feedback are the cues we give to children; the voice that can praise and encourage, admonish and comfort; touch where a hug can confirm that everything is okay, the pat on the head to reassure and the facial expressions that send such crucial messages of belonging, care, caution or protection through eye contact and the slightest hint of a smile.

Recognising the healing and developmental power of relationships, we face the challenge, as early childhood educators of how to be responsive to children while meeting the extensive demands being made on us. While certain restrictions will continue to be necessary, we must be clear that our collective responsibility is to the development and wellbeing of those children attending our settings. We cannot do this alone. The current crisis presents us with an unprecedented opportunity; transformative leadership now could radically reform the childcare system nationally. An immediate, collaborative and practical response, involving all stakeholders could work towards resolving existing systemic problems and build a cohesive and sustainable quality early childhood education and care system to benefit children, parents, educators and society as a whole. We cannot afford to waste this opportunity.

An example of the practices recommended by Professor Nóirín Hayes as we re-open. Copyright of photograph belongs to Professor Nóirín Hayes

Professor Nóirín Hayes is an academic in early childhood education and care. She works within a bio-ecological framework located within children’s rights and convenes the Researching Early Childhood Education Collaborative [RECEC] at Trinity College. Recent publications include Introducing Bronfenbrenner: A Guide (2017, Routledge), Animating Early Childhood Play Within Bronfenbrenner’s Bioecological Model of Development (Springer, 2019) and Supporting Positive Behaviour in Early Childhood Settings and Primary Schools: Relationships, Reciprocity and Reflection (2020, Routledge)


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The Best Dessert in Every State

No matter where you are in the US, there are plenty of perfect sweet treats for you to try.

Finding the best dessert in every state is a sweet kind of challenge. From decadent ice cream sundaes to slices of cake to over-the-top treats you may not have heard about yet, we scoured the country for the most iconic and truly beloved desserts that represent local flavors and tastes.

When it comes to satisfying your sweet tooth, you're likely always looking for the freshest ingredients, great vibes, local ownership, and a spot that has a loyal local fan base. With that in mind, we scoured reviews, talked to locals, and even looked back on our own travels around the country to put together a definitive list of the best desserts across the U.S.

Please note: All of the included sweet shops, restaurants, and bakeries are open as of publication or offering takeout. However, with regulations still changing almost daily, please call or check the restaurant's website or social media before running out the door.

Now, here is your state-by-state guide of the best desserts you can find that will surely have your sweet tooth very happy. For even more sweetness, check out 15 Classic American Desserts That Deserve a Comeback.

ALABAMA: Banana Pudding Shake at K&J's Elegant Pastries in Alabaster

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This massive milkshake marries all the flavors of banana pudding, including the crunch of 'Nilla Wafers, into one decadent dessert.

ALASKA: Yukon Gold at Wild Scoops in Anchorage

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Ice cream in Alaska? You betcha! This micro-creamery serves up creative scoops, including this local fave featuring a sweet cream base with homemade potato chip toffee, finished off with a swirl of homemade dark chocolate fudge.

ARIZONA: The John and Yoko at Super Chunk's Sweet Treats in Scottsdale

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This locally-owned shop changes its menu regularly, but luckily the signature treat, a honey cake tres leches with mascarpone whipped cream and honeycomb candy — named after the Beatle and his wife — is always on the menu.

ARKANSAS: Chocolate Lovers Brownie Sundae at Loblolly Ice Cream in Little Rock

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Chocoholics line up for this decadent treat made with a scoop of milk chocolate ice cream, hot fudge, and chocolate chips all over a warm fudge brownie. The affogato — a scoop of ice cream covered in espresso — is excellent as well.

CALIFORNIA: Original Japanese Cheesecake at Uncle Tetsu, Various Locations

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With several locations across the state, this local mini-chain has elevated dessert with its signature cheesecake. It combines the richness of American cheesecake with all the fluffiness of a souffle.

COLORADO: Candy Sculpture at The Inventing Room Dessert Shop in Denver

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Inspired by the whimsy in the 1971 Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory movie, this sweet shop creates magical seeming sweets and treats for guests. The menu does change regularly, but we're currently charmed by the creative candy sculptures. This is an experience that has to be tasted to be believed!

CONNECTICUT: Croissants at Sift Bake Shop in Mystic

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This French-inspired bakery in picturesque Mystic isn't serving up your average croissants. The unique flavors like blackberry buttermilk and raspberry chocolate are taken to another level by the vibrant colors of these flaky treats. In-the-know locals flock to the booze and baked goods roof bar during the summer.

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DELAWARE: Moon Pie at the Blue Moon in Rehoboth Beach

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Served by the slice, this giant ice cream cake is big enough for everyone at the table. It's stacked high with vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate ice cream, all of which is covered in frosting and dripping with chocolate and caramel. So yes, it's a lot . . . but so worth it during a trip to this fabulous restaurant!

FLORIDA: The BreakFast Club Milkshake at Vicky's House in Coconut Grove

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Meant to look like the owner's mom's place in the '80s — wallpaper and linoleum included — Vicky's House is a milkshake shop and beer store with an incredible milkshake menu. Try The BreakFast Club, an indulgent vanilla milkshake with bacon, Captain Crunch cereal, a glazed donut from Salt Donut,  maple syrup, a peanut butter rim, whipped cream, and a shot of colada.

GEORGIA: Popcorn Sundae at Canoe in Atlanta

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Popcorn and ice cream — two great flavors, made better together. This sundae melds the terrific salty crunch of popcorn into house-made peanut Cracker Jack over ice cream and topped with chantilly.

HAWAII: Unicone at Makani's Magic Pineapple Shack in Hilo

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The craveable and unique Unicone is one you're going to want to try. Ube and dragon fruit ice creams are swirled together, then speckled with sprinkles and fruity cereal.

IDAHO: Ice Cream Potato at the Westside Drive In in Boise

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Contrary to appearance, this trickster dessert doesn't contain any actual potato, but it will thrill kids any kids-at-heart. It's made with molded vanilla ice cream that's covered in cocoa and topped with chocolate shavings and whipped cream. We can personally confirm it looks a lot like the real thing!

ILLINOIS: Rainbow Cone from Original Rainbow Cone in Chicago

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Since 1926, this scoop shop has been serving ice cream in Chicago. The Rainbow Cone made up of chocolate, orange sherbet, palmer house, pistachio, and strawberry is an over-the-top classic.

INDIANA: Margarita Pie at Pots & Pans in Indianapolis

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This pie, available by the slice or whole, is the perfect summer treat! Made with fresh limes and tequila, the crust is a mix of graham crackers and saltines—and the whole thing is sprinkled with flaky salt.

IOWA: Scotcheroos at Beyond the Bar Bakery in Decorah

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Basically the state dessert of Iowa, Scotcheroos are a gooey peanut butter rice krispie treat that somehow tastes nostalgic even if you've never had them before. Locals tell us the best ones you can find are at Beyond the Bar, where you'll also find tasty little bite cakes.

KANSAS: Homemade "Poptarts" at Milkfloat in Wichita

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It would be tough to go wrong with any of the baked goods at Milkfloat, but you'll be transported back to childhood — only much, much better — with this flaky pastry stuffed with filling and topped with homemade icing.

KENTUCKY: Bourbon Aficionado at 610 Magnolia in Louisville

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Brad G./ Yelp

This is one sophisticated dessert that is very adults-only. Chef Lee's breakdown of bourbon drunken banana cake, brown butter ice cream butterscotch, chocolate pappy maple syrup, and corn is not to be missed. Oh, and it also features smoke, too! Talk about putting on a show before you dig in . . .

LOUISIANA: King Cakes from Manny Randazzo's in New Orleans

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Thi N./ Yelp

Traditionally eaten to celebrate the Epiphany (or just to kick off Mardi Gras) king cake is a sweet, cinnamony round cake topped with creamy white frosting — and a tiny baby "king" is hidden within. Pick one up in the city, or order one to be delivered anywhere in the U.S.

MAINE: Pints from The Parlor Ice Cream Co., Various Retailers

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This decadent ice cream is made in small batches using milk and cream from Maine along with local fruits, herbs, and sustainably sourced ingredients. When this creamery drops new flavors—like Cosmic Brownie, Luckiest Charms, Meyer Lemon & Poppy Seed — on Instagram, fans rush to local stores to scoop them up. We suggest you do the same!

MARYLAND: Old Bay Chocolate Crabs from Sweet Cascades Chocolatier in Ellicott City

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Mac O./ Yelp

This old-school chocolate shop has loads of cute chocolate candies — even cicadas! The chocolate molded crabs seasoned with Old Bay are so addictive, you'll be hooked in no time.

MASSACHUSETTS: Cube Toast at Double Chin in Boston

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Amanda G./ Yelp

Boston's Double Chin does modern twists on Chinese dishes, and it happens to have over-the-top treats, too. The cube toast — which is giant French toast piled high with ice cream, mochi, M&Ms, fruit, cereal, and more — is the most craveable.

MICHIGAN: Waffle Pops at Street Sweets in Sterling Heights

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This choose-your-own-adventure sweet starts with a regular, chocolate, or red velvet waffle on a stick. You can load it up with anything from like birthday cake Oreos to Butterfingers. This spot also leans into its heritage and offers delicious Middle Eastern sweets, including heavenly baklava. Can't go wrong with any of these menu items!

MINNESOTA: Salted Caramel Crunch at Milkjam in Minneapolis

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If you just want a scoop, this creamery is packed with tons of flavors. But if you really want to indulge, the Salted Caramel Crunch is packed with all of your favorite sweets: ice cream, salted caramel, caramel whip, and caramelized Rice Krispies.

MISSISSIPPI: Lemon Icebox Pie from The Crystal Grill in Greenwood

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We aren't the first to call this pie epic, and we won't be the last! On a hot day, you've got to try this uniquely southern treat for yourself.

MISSOURI: Gooey Butter Cake at Gooey Louie in Chesterfield

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Jose C./ Yelp

Beloved by Missourians, this cake has two layers—often yellow cake on the bottom and a buttery cream cheese layer on top. Gooey Louie offers traditional, plus flavors like blueberry and turtle. Bonus? They ship nationwide!

MONTANA: Huckleberry Ice Cream at Big Dipper in Missoula

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Huckleberries grow wild in the mountains of Montana, and locals have very strong feelings about who makes the best ice cream from these sweet berries. The answer is Big Dipper, who has been serving up homemade scoops since 1995.

NEBRASKA: Unicorn Bars at Sweet Magnolia's in Omaha

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This locally owned bakery makes everything by hand, and it all looks amazing. But the Unicorn bars—blondies sandwiched with cookies and cream and topped with rainbow buttercream—are the real showstopper.

NEVADA: Capello at Sinatra in Las Vegas

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The Capello, also known as the "Sinatra Hat" at the singer's namesake restaurant at Encore, Las Vegas, is a tiny Valrhona chocolate mousse fedora with panna cotta. It's adorable—and so rich!

NEW HAMPSHIRE: Pina Colada Tart at La Maison Navarre in Portsmouth

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This French restaurant and patisserie is a local favorite for crepes and quiches, but the real star of the show is the pastry selection—especially the coconut flecked tart.

NEW JERSEY: Dessert Pizza at Brother Bruno's in Wayne

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Stephany C./ Yelp

This family-owned pizzeria in New Jersey makes a sweet pizza pie so popular you can order it nationwide. Pick your topping—red velvet and s'mores are both favorites—and get this indulgent treat delivered to your home if you can't swing by and pick it up.

NEW MEXICO: The Blue Sky Donut at Rebel Donut in Albuquerque

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Krystle P./ Yelp

Yes, this vanilla cake donut with blue cotton candy icing and topped with rock candy is a nod to the TV series, Breaking Bad. It happens to be sweet, delicious, and a lot better for you than anything they were ever cooking up on the show.

NEW YORK: Salty Pimp at Big Gay Ice Cream in New York City

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There's no shortage of sweet treats in New York City, but our pick is a hometown favorite. The Salty Pimp is a soft-serve vanilla ice cream cone that's injected with dulce de leche, then lightly salted, and dipped in chocolate shell. It's the perfect mix of salty and sweet.

NORTH CAROLINA: One Pound Doughnut at Stoke in Charlotte

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Alexa D./ Yelp

You'll probably want to share this enormous donut topped with whipped cream, Heath bar bits and powdered sugar. If you don't, the restaurant often offers a half-pound version, as well.

NORTH DAKOTA: Chippers at Carol Widman's Candy Co. in Fargo

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Alma C./ Yelp

These sweet and savory bites are pretty much what they sound like: Red River Valley potato chips covered with delicious chocolate. They're available in milk chocolate, dark chocolate (semi-sweet), and white almond.

OHIO: Pretzel Salted Caramel Cheesecake at Annie's Signature Sweets in Cleveland

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Lauren K./ Yelp

This award-winning cheesecake from the locally-owned shop is a decadent delight. The creamy cheesecake is surrounded by homemade salted caramel sauce in a pretzel crust.

OKLAHOMA: Roasted Pecan Ball at Cheever's Cafe in Oklahoma City

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Locals go nuts for this dish! A hearty scoop of vanilla ice cream is coated in sticky, crunchy pecans and brown sugar—all swimming in a warm caramel sauce.

OREGON: Voodoo Doll at Voodoo Donuts in Portland

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Elaine W./ Yelp

He's meant to be scary, but we think the Voodoo Doll donut is just adorable. The raspberry-filled yeast doll-shaped donut with chocolate frosting and a pretzel stake in its heart is deliciously creepy.

PENNSYLVANIA: Sundaes at The Franklin Fountain in Philadelphia

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Philly is an ice cream town, and Franklin's has been serving up scoops and milkshakes since 1900. From the traditional to the gut-busting Mt. Vesuvius, the revolving menu makes it hard to pick just one. You'll surely enjoy the rich toppings on top of ice cream packed in an easy-to-carry take-out box.

RHODE ISLAND: Cupcake Push Pops at Cupcake Charlie's in Newport

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With a motto like "Life is Short, Eat a Cupcake" it's no surprise this sweet shop makes it easy for you to indulge, thanks to the push pops filled with layers of cake, filling, and frosting.

SOUTH CAROLINA: Ultimate Coconut Cake at the Peninsula Grill in Charleston

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Greta Z./ Yelp

On the menu since Valentine's Day 1997, this iconic cake has been called the best coconut cake by just about every major food publication. It's actually two cakes cut into three layers each, with fluffy filling, cream cheese icing, and toasted coconut.

SOUTH DAKOTA: Kuchen at Grandma's Kuchen in Ashley

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The official state dessert of South Dakota (yes, that's a thing!), Kuchen is sort of a mashup of cake and pie—it's the German word for cake—topped with custard. Grandma's is the local favorite, and this treat is available in flavors like chocolate chip and mixed berry.

TENNESSEE: 100 Layer Doughnuts at Five Daughters in Nashville

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Macy S./ Yelp

You've probably tried a cronut, but these fluffy layered treats are something far different. Each pastry contains about the same amount of dough as five traditional donuts in flaky layers flavored with chocolate sea salt, triple raspberry, vanilla cream, and more.

TEXAS: Frozen Banana at Bananarchy in Austin

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Yes, this food truck only serves frozen bananas—and they do them right! You'll find frozen bananas dipped in chocolate or vegan chocolate, peanut butter, and vanilla. They're then rolled in toppings of your choice, including coconut, sprinkles, toffee, and more. Don't forget a drizzle of chocolate and marshmallow to finish!

UTAH: Tollhouse Pie at the Dodo in Salt Lake City

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Katie N./ Yelp

The Dodo has been a staple for great desserts in Salt Lake since the '80s, and the classic Tollhouse pie has been a local favorite for years. The chocolate chip cookie dough baked right into a pie crust topped with whipped cream is a must for sweets lovers, but everything on the menu is truly a treat.

VERMONT: Apple Pie at Poorhouse Pie in Underhill

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This self-serve pie shed is legendary among northeastern pie aficionados, and the apple pie—made from Vermont's state fruit—is incredible. Pick up a pie at its shed using the honor system, and take it back to your country house (or rental) for a perfect ending to your Vermont escape.

VIRGINIA: Chess Pie at Proper Pie Co. in Richmond

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Wyatt G./ Yelp

The oh-so-delicious options at this pie shop sell out fast, so be sure to order early! You can pick up everything from slices of savory pie to entire sweet pies at this eatery. Go for the Southern favorite chess pie, which is made with Meyer lemon and buttermilk.

WASHINGTON: Sliced Cake at Deep Sea Sugar & Salt in Seattle

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Serena L./ Yelp

This special order cake shop offers up slices at the counter every day, so what's available often varies. However, a beloved favorite is the ricotta cake, along with the black currant and blackberry poppyseed cake.

WEST VIRGINIA: Ginger Molasses Cookies at Shepardstown Sweet Shop Bakery in Shepardstown

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This cute little bakery and café offers a huge selection of cookies, but locals rave that the ginger molasses cookies are simply "the best." Don't miss the cute cupcakes, either!

WISCONSIN: Kringle from O&H Danish Bakery in Racine

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If you've ever spent time in the Northern Midwest, you've probably tried Kringle, a Wisconsin favorite of flaky pastry with decadent cream cheese frosting. With fillings like cherry cheese and mimosa, O&H Danish Bakery makes the best.

WYOMING: Eskimo Bars at Snake River Grill in Jackson

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Sheri R./ Yelp

We've already highlighted the Snake River Grill as the most romantic restaurant in Wyoming, so it shouldn't surprise anyone that it's also home to the best dessert in the state, thanks to its legendary Eskimo bars. This chilled dessert has a bottom layer of fudge-like brownies that are topped with vanilla ice cream and coated in a chocolate shell. The bars are then drizzled with salted caramel sauce. Talk about pure bliss!

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Edinburgh Food tour in Old & New Town

 Food Tour Details

The Edinburgh food tour of the Old & New Town are available 1pm Mon to Sat or 5pm Mon to Thursday and will last 3 to 3.5 hours. On the Edinburgh food tour you will enjoy eating locally sourced Scottish food and drink.

Walking between venues your local guide will talk about the history of the area. At each stop the guide will explain about the food and drink being served. There will be time to chat with fellow travellers as we limit tour party size to eight people.

This tour is available as a private tour.

Areas visited

The food walking tour takes in both the Old and New Town of Edinburgh. Giving you the chance to see and eat in the historical area of Edinburgh but also visit bars and restaurants in the New Town. The New Town was built in late 18th early 19th Century and is where locals go to eat and drink. We will have table reservations at all the stop.

The tastings on Edinburgh food tour will include Scottish Smoked Salmon, Stornoway Black Pudding, Wild Boar sausage, Scottish cheeses, charcuterie and dessert. There will also be the chance to taste haggis neeps & tatties. Drink tastings include Edinburgh raspberry gin, Scottish beer and a Single cask malt whisky. Soft drink alternatives will be available.

All food served are tasting plates, but it is still best to skip lunch before an afternoon tour or no need for dinner after an evening tour.

Finer details

You will be given audio headsets. This allows you to listen to your guide as you walk between venues at your own pace. Or you can wander off and take photos without missing what is being said.

The Old town part of the food tour walks through the Grassmarket, Victoria street, the Lawnmarket (on the Royal Mile) and Makars Court. While the New town section goes down the Mound, past Princes St Gardens, onto George Street, Queen street and around Charlotte Square finishing at the West End of Princes street.

At the end of this Edinburgh food tour your guide will hand out maps showing the premises visited. The map also has offers/promotions should you wish to return to any of the venues for lunch, dinner or just a drink.

Edinburgh food tour in Old and New Town
Pricing & what’s included

Daily tour costs £69 per person

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Guided food tour of the Old and New Town

Suggestions for other places to visit after the tour is over.

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NEW Fluke Connect: the “largest system of connected test tools in the world”

May 12, 2014
By Anthony Capkun

(Updated June 15, 2014, with Field Expert Review) May 12, 2014 – Unveiled to select media—including EBMag—last week in Chicago, the new Fluke Connect system allows technicians to wirelessly transmit measurement data from their test tools to their smartphones for secure storage on the cloud and team access in the field.

In the VIDEO: Senior product planner John Neeley explains just some of the features of new Fluke Connect, and how tools communicate with your smartphone and the cloud.

Fluke Connect helps you eliminate what Salvatore Parlatore calls “time wasters”, like having to write everything down, which helps you save time justifying recommendations. Parlatore is Fluke’s vice-president, worldwide marketing, Industrial Group (Photo 1).

More than 20 Fluke tools connect wirelessly with the app, including digital multimeters, infrared cameras, insulation testers, process meters, and specific voltage, current and temperature models (DOWNLOAD Fluke Connect May 2014 Compatibility.pdf below). Technicians can AutoRecord measurements and IR images to Fluke Cloud storage from wherever they’re working, without writing anything down. Everyone on the team with a smartphone and the app (currently Android and iOS, explains Neeley, Photo 2) can see the data.

Team collaboration is facilitated via ShareLive video calls, where technicians can share measurements with other team members in real time, get approvals for repairs or get questions answered without leaving the field. EquipmentLog allows technicians to assign measurements to specific equipment, creating a cloud-based history of data for access during both troubleshooting and reliability maintenance. And TrendIt enables technicians to instantly graph data, helping to identify trends and quickly make informed decisions.

Down the road, Fluke says it will open Fluke Connect to other developers, enabling the use of non-Fluke tools. Other enhancements in the future may include bar code-reading capability for enhanced asset management.

The folks at Fluke were kind enough to provide a Fluke Connect sampling to one of our field experts for REVIEW and FEEDBACK. Here is what he said:

“This is a very good idea. Though most certainly designed for electricians, this information-gathering and sharing tool could be used by HVAC contractors, process equipment specialists and engineering technicians, etc.

I found the programming and operating aspects easy to grasp, and was sharing real-time data within an hour. Connecting and disconnecting the digital meters was simple and safe. Once connected, I downloaded the Fluke app to my iPod, which immediately identified the three compatible items within Wi-Fi range: the Fluke V3000FC voltage meter, 3000FC current clamp and Ti thermal imager.

The real-time displays clearly identified the voltage and current values on the iPod. We then asked the voltage and current meters to log information and display on the iPod. At any time we could highlight the information we wanted to relay to any interested party.

I like the Logging aspect. It essentially is a long-term view of the values. One could place the digital meters at a specific location and walk away to complete another task, or have the meter monitor what happens at that location when you are working on another piece of equipment.

This is a very easy to use tool, which I believe is very efficient and cost-saving… not only to the electrician, but also to their customer. As a former teacher, I have always believed that we must start putting technology into the hands of our future electricians: this tool will do that. Fluke Connect will bring the technician closer to the decision-makers for a quick and cost-effective result.

I’ve been monitoring electrical systems using computerized equipment since 1989. Long-term evaluation combined with immediate and real-time access from any location sounds very good to me. On a safety point, not having to awkwardly place your head and helmet into the distribution cabinet to read the DMM’s display is also a very positive thing.”

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Poverty in Mexico
A few more pesos, a lot more stress

The introduction of new taxes will hit the poor hardest

The AmericasJan 4th 2014 edition

THE Central de Abastos wholesale market is the largest of its kind in the world, sprawling over an area half the size of Mexico City’s airport. Yet on New Year’s Eve, it was still hard to move for the shoppers clogging up the 1-kilometre (1,100-yard) grocery aisle, buying everything from pig’s heads to sugar cane to grapes for that night’s festivities.

Outside, it was another story. People without enough money to shop were sifting through piles of discoloured and discarded avocados and tomatoes, wrapping what was still edible in scraps of newspaper and furtively carrying them off for their own more meagre supper.

For many of these Mexicans, life is getting harder. A fiscal reform that took effect on January 1st introduces a number of new taxes that are chiefly aimed at the rich but end up clobbering the poor. A value-added tax of 16% was slapped on various forms of public transport. In Mexico City the underground “metro” fare had already gone up before Christmas, a 66% increase from 3 pesos (23 cents) to 5 pesos. As part of a government drive to fight obesity (see article) the new levies also include a tax of 1 peso per litre on soft drinks and an 8% levy on some particularly calorific foods.

Such increases may look like small change. The central bank says private-sector forecasters expect them to push up inflation only mildly in 2014, to 3.9%. However, they form part of a pattern of price rises in recent years that have helped keep the number of poor in Mexico stubbornly high—at about 53m in 2012, or 45.5% of the population, according to Coneval, Mexico’s social-development council.

Coneval’s figures up to the third quarter of 2013 show that the proportion of people who cannot afford the minimum amount of food for basic well-being has risen by about 13% nationwide since 2010—and by more than that in urban areas. The price of that minimum basket of food has risen by 21% in that period, to the equivalent of just under 40 pesos a day. (The minimum wage in Mexico City is 67 pesos a day.)

Higher food prices eat into everyone’s income (see chart). But they hit the poor particularly hard. According to INEGI, the national statistics agency, the bottom 50% of the income scale spend almost half of what they earn on food. The top 10% spend less than a quarter.

In theory, says Christopher Wilson of the Mexico Institute at the Wilson Center in Washington, DC, the new tax increases could go towards anti-poverty programmes, helping to redress the balance. But “the fiscal reform has been much more focused on the income side rather than the spending side,” and it remains an open question how the money will be spent.

Manuel, a grey-haired 54-year-old sifting through the rubbish at the wholesale market for scraps of cardboard to sell, and tomatoes for his wife to make soup, says he receives no government-income support, though he does get health benefits. He says the higher bus and metro fares mean he has to spend longer hours each day scavenging. The new soft-drinks tax means he will switch from his favourite Pepsi cola to a cheaper brand, Red Cola. If it all becomes too expensive, he says he will give up cola and drink water. That, at least, would partially vindicate the government’s new “sin-taxes”, even if it gives Manuel even less to celebrate this new year.

This article appeared in the The Americas section of the print edition under the headline "A few more pesos, a lot more stress"

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Easiest Way to Make Perfect Spinach shrimp alfredo with noodles

Spinach shrimp alfredo with noodles. Add your spinach noodles and cook according to package instructions. In a saute pan, melt tbl of butter and begin to lightly brown your shrimp over med to med-high Pour the alfredo sauce over the noodles, sprinkling blue cheese to-taste over the top. Add your shrimp and serve with Freshly grated.

Spinach shrimp alfredo with noodles Add the spinach, onions, salt, and pepper, cooking until the onions are translucent. If you enjoy eating shrimp then this delicious, rich and creamy shrimp alfredo recipe is perfect for you. The combination of heavy cream and shrimp. You can have Spinach shrimp alfredo with noodles using 8 ingredients and 5 steps. Here is how you achieve that.

Ingredients of Spinach shrimp alfredo with noodles

  1. You need 15 oz of mushroom Alfredo sauce.
  2. It's 12 oz of shrimp deveined tailoff.
  3. Prepare 3 oz of Korean flat noodles.
  4. It's 9 oz of frozen spinach.
  5. Prepare 1/2 tsp of salt.
  6. It's 1/2 tsp of granulated garlic powder.
  7. Prepare 3/4 cup of water.
  8. Prepare 2 tbsp of olive oil, extra virgin.

Let the shrimp cook before adding all the ingredients in, including heavy cream and chopped spinach. So if you guys follow us on instagram you know that Rish uploads lots of food on her insta snap and recently we've been getting. Pour in the heavy cream and stir the pot to combine. This Lighter Spinach Alfredo Pasta is definitely better when fresh (although I would NEVER turn down leftovers of this), so if you're cooking for one or two As a food lover and a number cruncher I've decided that cooking on a budget shouldn't mean canned beans and ramen noodles night after night.

Spinach shrimp alfredo with noodles step by step

  1. Heat pan add oil add water.
  2. Add noodles and spinach.
  3. Add Salt garlicbreak up spinach leave juices from spinach in the pan.
  4. Add shrimp and sauce rinse jar out getting everything out of jar.
  5. Heat till everything is hot.

Add to that spinach and shrimp. Prepare Alfredo Sauce per package instructions. Serve sauteed mixture over linguini and pour alfredo sauce onto everything. Lighten up a classic Fettuccine Alfredo recipe with this easy pasta recipe! A great healthy recipe for busy weeknights with chicken and plenty of fresh spinach.

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How do we battle the evil in the world today?

Dear Betty,
So much seems wrong with our world today. How do we deal with all of the evil in the world?

...God does have absolute power, and there is no room for Satan in the Kingdom of God. In this sense we might regard the master of evil as an illusion, because he is already defeated by the power of Christ . . . To develop our highest potential, to become like God, we need to gain that love which only opposition allows us to gain. Without an opposing energy, our power to love would never be strengthened sufficiently to allow us to progress in the eternities. —The Ripple Effect, pp. 81-82

Evil exists in this world for a purpose. We want to grow from the opposition in our lives rather than succumb to it. To do this, we need to learn to discern the nature of evil:

It is a tree that bears bitter fruit that can always be detected over time. Evil will take on any form necessary to tempt us, to test us, to claim us, hoping we don't look too closely at its real composition. Remember, like cleaves to like.

...It is important to recognize that Satan, the Deceiver, masterfully uses our own fears to hold us captive. Fear is the opposite of love. It warps and destroys love's power to heal and to expand us. Some of us in this life and in the world to come are afraid to go to the Light and accept Christ's love. And Christ will not force us; rather, he gently and ever so patiently guides us along. During my near-death experience, my transformation by his healing love began in the darkness before I ever saw him. This love grew in me until my fears departed and I believed I was accepted of him. Then I couldn't be held from him and went to his light. While in darkness, each of us has the right to feel God's love. But we must accept it. Light and darkness cannot occupy the same space; it is an impossibility. . . his love for everyone is the same. It is without conditions or limits. And it is the only anecdote against fear and the Evil One.

—The Ripple Effect, p. 83-84

To battle evil, we need only serve God. And we can increase our capacity to serve him as we earnestly seek his will and follow the spiritual principles we have learned. Jesus taught us that "The light of the body is the eye: if therefore thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light. But if thine eye be evil, thy whole body shall be full of darkness (Matthew 6:22-23).

Yet there are many who focus on negative, looking for evil, fueling it with their fears, obsessing upon darkness rather than focusing upon the light of God.

To dwell upon a thought is to give it energy. To act upon a thought is to give it life. The Lord discusses this principle in Mark 7:15. "There is nothing from without a man, that entering into him can defile him; but the things which come out of him, those are they that defile the man." When we give something place within our nature, it manifests itself physically and spiritually. Giving place to negative thoughts by repeating them, pondering them, gnawing on them, gives them energy and thus the power to transform us into their image.

Bits of darkness may creep into us because mortality is a test that teaches and strengthens us, but we are children of God and like him are beings of truth and beauty and light. Ugliness in all its forms is foreign to our true nature.

Often we can recognize something evil inside as it is mirrored back by people around us. In this way we can learn and grow. —The Ripple Effect, p. 85

I also wrote about this in my book The Awakening Heart in the chapter "The Gift to Heal."

I knew that spiritual healing must precede physical and mental healing and that we determine whether our spirits draw on the positive or the negative energy available to us. I had been shown that the self-centeredness of depression can create further illness and that the cycles of fear and guilt that draw one into darkness are Satan's greatest tools...I began to see now, for the first time, many of my own weaknesses and recognized that I had the ability to overcome my own creations.

—The Awakening Heart, p. 32

People make wrong choices, not because they set out to hurt themselves, but because they have not yet learned to choose good. And as each of us make right choices, allowing our own light to shine, we can help others learn to do the same.

Those who understand the message of God's love must share it with courage and confidence. People not yet sure in spiritual truth will be supported and guided by those who are sure until they come into their own understanding. We can and will see our world cleansed of all evil and blanketed with a greater glory, even the glory and love of God. But we must each believe and act in that belief. "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life" John 3:16. —The Ripple Effect, pp. 92-93

How do we battle evil? By not giving into it!

I saw the evil in surrendering to one of Satan's greatest tools—my personal cycles of guilt and fear. I understood that I had to let go of the past. If I had broken laws or sinned, I needed to change my heart, forgive myself, and then move onward. If I had hurt someone, I needed to start loving them—honestly--and seek their forgiveness. If I had damaged my own spirit, I needed to approach God and feel his love again—his healing love. Repentance can be as easy as we make it—or as difficult. When we fall down, we need to get up, dust ourselves off, and get moving again. If we fall down again, even a million times, we still need to keep going; we're growing more than we think. —Embraced By The Light, pages 69-70

We can overcome the darkness in our lives by picking up the spiritual tools freely available to each of us. One of the most powerful is the gift of prayer. We must remember that our Heavenly Father wants to hear from us and we need only talk to him—which we can do at any time and anywhere. We can open our eyes to his hand in our lives and then thank him for the blessings he gives us. And most especially, we can choose to love!