Bananas: All That Potassium And Carmen Miranda Too!

"…We have old-fashioned tomahto, Long Island potahto, but Yes, we have no bananas. We have no bananas today.."- Folk song by Frank Silver and Irving Cohen (1923)

Whether you are off to Rio following the colorful trail of Carmen Miranda’s fruit-filled hat or seated on your couch contemplating the universe, the banana can always come along for the ride. There are so many aspects to this strange and wonderful fruit. Even its shape is a bit mysterious; conjuring images of tropical islands and sun-filled days. Did you know that the word "banana" originates from the Arabic and means finger? Doesn’t that make you wonder where the rest of the hand is? I have been hooked on bananas ever since Bananas: All That Potassium And Carmen Miranda Too! Recipe

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Rib-Eye Steak with Mushrooms and Bleu Cheese

by Richard Massey

This is a mouth watering steak. Every time I serve this in the restaurant the customers rave. The best part, it’s so simple you can make it at home for the family.

Serves 2 2 ea. Rib-eye steaks (each about 1 inch thick) ½ tsp. Kosher salt ½ tsp. Pepper 1 Tbsp. Olive oil 3 Tbsp. Unsalted butter 1 ea Onion - thinly sliced 1/2 lb Mushrooms - thickly sliced 2 Tbsp. Garlic - chopped 3/4 cup Beef broth 1/4 cup Brandy 1/4 tsp. Fresh rosemary - minced ½ cup Bleu cheese - crumbled

Place steaks in shallow dish. Drizzle with oil; rub oil all over steaks. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Heat a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add steaks to skillet; fry until cooked to desir Rib-Eye Steak with Mushrooms and Bleu Cheese Recipe

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Beauty Drinks

by News Canada

(NC)-Cool and refreshing, these delicious smoothies are not only a great energizer on a hot summer day, they're great for your skin too. Made with antioxidant-rich California peaches, plums and nectarines, these drinks will help your skin ward off the damaging effects of the sun's ultraviolet rays. Instead of a soda or a milk shake, try one of these delicious drinks…and enjoy the healthful benefits.

Mix ingredients in a blender and whirl until smooth, taking care to stop the machine and scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula to ensure proper blending. Serve immediately or store refrigerated until ready to serve. For best results, serve within one day. (Note: Fresh fruit may be previously frozen. A good trick is to puree fruit and freeze in Beauty Drinks Recipe

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