Cycling Off Calories
By Joan Bishop Denizot

Cycling is one of the preferred exercises to burn off fat and calories efficiently. It is considered as 'low-impact' for cycling does not put much pressure on muscles and hamstrings in the limbs that could result to injuries. Cycling outdoors is also a venue to see breath-taking sights as well as meeting new people. To effectively burn the calories, here are some simple steps to consider:

Hydrate. Water is the key in avoiding dehydration and in burning calories. Because cycling is a strenuous exercise, keeping the body hydrated is vital to reach the lengthy miles. Water provides the body with the lost of fluids in sweat and coaxes the body to release the energy stored in the fats. Plain water would do but ionized drinks could also be a substitute.

Wear Comfortable Clothes. The appropriate attire also plays a role in the exercise. Light but skin-tight clothing is suggested. Contrary from popular opinion, overdressing does not encourage more sweating and burning of calories. The heat released by the body would not be freely dispersed in the ambient air and the body would not be able to cool down efficiently. On the other hand, using light clothes would promote better heat dispersion.

Warm up and Cool down. Like any other exercise, proper warm up and cool down procedures are observed. Before riding out, warm up stretches are undertaken so that the muscles would not be strained by sudden activity. After cycling, breathing and cool down exercises are commenced to lessen muscle pains.

Take some rest. Frequent rests and breaks are essential during cycling. These respites are opportunities to drink water or to eat healthy snacks. Hunger and thirst are not to be taken for granted as the body would not function efficiently without the vital fluids and nutrients. Eating during breaks would also prevent the overwhelming hunger after exercise.

Have a Balanced Diet. At the end of the day, to lose weight, exercise is always coupled with a balanced diet. The elimination of food groups in the diet would be unwise for this would only fuel your craving for them. Cutting the portions to fat-inducing food such as chocolates and sweets are better than removing them completely in your diet.

Cycling is a good exercise that stimulates many parts of the body. However, it does not mean that once you ride for a few miles, its effects would be readily evident. Continuous exercising and a balanced diet is the key in burning those calories off.

Whether you are an average sized rider or a heavier one who wanted to try biking for recreational purposes, commuting, or losing weight, check out Zize Bikes for a line-up of custom made, extra sturdy bicycles for everybody that can support ALL riders of ALL sizes (up to 550 pounds).

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3 Delicious Soups To Serve at Your Barbecue
By Adrian T. Cheng

The great thing about serving soup at a barbecue is you can prepare a recipe that will perfectly suit your grilled dishes. If you plan to serve steak or other meat-heavy dishes, you can pair it with a light, creamy soup. On the other hand, you can make a heavier soup full with meat or vegetables if you're barbecuing something light like fish.

Here are 3 easy yet delicious soup recipes that your guests will definitely love at your barbecue:

The Healthy White Delight

What you need:

• 5 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup half-and-half cream
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup chopped green onions
• 1 cup chopped spinach
• 1/2 cup chopped parsley
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
• 5 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste

In a large saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat then cook onions for 10 minutes or until tender. Stir in spinach, parsley and basil. Lower heat, cover and allow to simmer for 10 minutes. Carefully add chicken broth, sugar and half-and-half cream then simmer, covered, for 30 minutes more. In a separate pan, melt remaining butter over medium-high heat and cook flour, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add about 1/2 cup of the soup to the flour and mix until smooth. Pour the flour mixture into the soup and bring to a boil, stirring constantly, before serving.

Cheesy Broccoli Soup

What you need:

• 1 loaf processed cheese food, cubed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups chopped broccoli
• 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 2/3 cups cornstarch
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder

Melt the butter over medium-high heat in a stockpot then cook onion until tender. Stir in broccoli and chicken broth. Cover and allow to simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or when broccoli is tender. Lower the heat then add cheese cubes, milk and garlic powder. Mix cornstarch with water in a small bowl until dissolved then add the mixture to the soup. Continue to heat through, stirring constantly, until soup is thickened.

Corn and Potato Fusion

What you need:

• 3 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
• 2 cups milk
• 1 3/4 cups whole kernel corn
• 1 cup shredded Mexican-style processed cheese food
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup diced green chiles
• 1/4 cup country style gravy mix
• 1 tablespoon margarine

Melt margarine in a large saucepan over medium-high heat then cook celery and onion for 5 minutes or until tender. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Lower heat then add potatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 to 25 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Dissolve the gravy mix with milk then pour mixture into the saucepan along with corn, chiles and cheese. Cook soup over low heat, stirring constantly, until cheese has melted.

These easy and delicious soups will surely boost your appetite and will complement any barbecue dish!

Adrian T. Cheng is a food blogger and a BBQ expert. Through years of grilling experience, reviewing various affordable grill products [http://shop.kuisiware.com/products/barbecue-grill-light] and trying delicious and unique recipes, he is sharing his knowledge with everyone through his blog. For more grilling secrets, tips, recipes and more, head over to Adrian's site [http://www.kuisiware.com/category/kuisiware-blog].

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3 Hot and Creamy Soups You'll Fall In Love With
By Adrian T. Cheng

Regular consumption of soup benefits more than the taste buds. Because of its high water and fiber content, it helps flush out harmful toxins from the body without being hard on the stomach. This is also the reason why it's an effective dish to help one lose weight - the water it contains helps one fill up quickly compared to other food.

So whether you're aiming to shed some pounds or simply love soup, here are 3 creamy soups you'll definitely fall in love with:

Cheesy Corn and Potato Chowder

What you need:

• 3 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
• 2 cups milk
• 1 3/4 cups whole kernel corn
• 1 cup Mexican-style processed cheese food
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup diced green chiles
• 1/4 cup country-style gravy mix
• 2 tablespoons margarine

Melt margarine in a large pan over medium-high heat then cook celery and onion for 3 to 5 minutes or until tender. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in potatoes, lower heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. Add corn and chiles and bring to a boil. Dissolve gravy mix in milk then stir into the pan. Lastly, add cheese then cook and stir over low heat until cheese is melted and mixture is thick and creamy.

Milky Mushroom Soup

What you need:

• 2 shallots, chopped
• 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup Portobello mushrooms
• 1 cup shiitake mushrooms
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 pinch ground cinnamon
• Salt and black pepper to taste

In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat then cook shallots, Portobello mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms until soft, about 5 minutes. Add flour and stir until smooth. Gradually add chicken broth and cook, stirring, until mixture is thick. Add half-and-half, season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with cinnamon. Stir and heat through (do not boil).

Carrot-Curry Cream Soup

What you need:

• 1/2 kilogram carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 large onion, diced largely
• 3 large garlic cloves, thickly sliced
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 1/2 cups whole milk
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 pinch sugar
• Salt and ground pepper to taste
• Chopped roasted pistachios for garnish

In a large pan, heat oil then saute carrots and onion for 7 minutes or until slightly golden brown. Lower heat then stir in garlic, butter and sugar. Cook for 10 minutes then add curry powder. Pour in broth, allow to simmer, partially covered, until carrots are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and puree in a blender until mixture is smooth. Return to pan, add half-and-half then heat through. Add salt and pepper if needed. Transfer to serving bowl and garnish with pistachios.

Stay warm and full on a cold night with these delicious hot and creamy soup recipes!

Adrian T. Cheng is a food blogger and a BBQ expert. Through years of grilling experience, reviewing various grill gadgets and trying delicious and unique recipes, he is sharing his knowledge with everyone through his blog. For more grilling secrets, tips, recipes and more, head over to Adrian's website where he has other interesting posts [http://www.kuisiware.com/].

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Lose Weight by Learning How the Pro-Cyclists Eat
By Joan Bishop Denizot

If you feel like you have been pedalling so much and still have not seen the improvement on your weight loss, then maybe it's time to examine what you have been feeding your body. Losing that extra weight will not only make you look and feel better, it will motivate you and also give you a larger room for progress with your cycling. Know how the pro-cyclists manage their diets for them to be in top shape. Maybe you can learn a few tricks from them.

� Breakfast. Racers burn A LOT of calories. They lose up to 4000 calories everyday. That is why breakfast is important to them and it should be important to you, too. A hearty breakfast makes their tanks full as they start off their day. Most of them eat oatmeal with fruit. Skipping breakfast will not give you enough fuel to go through with your work-out.

� Hydration. It may depend on a variety of circumstances but, on the average, racers consume half a liter of fluid every hour. They drink plain water and add the fancy sports drinks and different mixes in there. But for those who are not pro-racers, drinking enough water will still be beneficial. This will help you burn more calories as your body works on warming up the water to your body temperature.

� Eat throughout the day. Racers eat a lot since they burn more than 300 calories every hour. Some munch on sports bars and gels while others eat potatoes, sandwiches, rice delicacies and fruits. While you might not need to eat as much, try eating small portions in between breakfast, lunch and dinner. This will keep your metabolism running. But take note not only of the quantity but also the quality of food that you consume. Think lean proteins, fruits, greens and complex carbs.

� Dinner. Most of the racers are served large quantities of meat for dinner - chicken, beef and fish. To balance this, they also consume their greens such as kale and spinach. From this, you can see how important lean protein is. This will help make you feel full longer and will help you feel satiated. In addition, it also contributes to building and maintaining muscles which burns your fat. It is also advised that dinner be eaten before 8PM. Eating meals late at night signals the body to store fat which is not expended because of inactivity during the evening.

Whether you are an average sized rider or a heavier one who wanted to try biking for recreational purposes, commuting, or losing weight, check out Zize Bikes for a line-up of custom made, extra sturdy bicycles for everybody that can support ALL riders of ALL sizes (up to 550 pounds).

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3 Guilt-Free Desserts For A Healthier Lifestyle
By Adrian T. Cheng

Congratulations on your healthier new lifestyle! Plenty of things will change, including your diet. But don't worry, nobody said that you can't have your sugar fix when you crave for it! Although you have to be more careful with the ingredients of your desserts, it doesn't mean that the delicious taste will be compromised!

Try these 3 guilt-free desserts that are incredibly mouth-watering:

Apple Extravaganza

What you need:

• 2 apples, sliced into skinny wedges
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 2 tablespoons chocolate chips, divided
• 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
• 1 tablespoon peanut butter
• 4 teaspoons coconut oil, divided
• 1 teaspoon finely shredded coconut

Mix together 1 tablespoon chocolate chips and 2 teaspoons coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave until melted. In a separate bowl, combine peanut butter and remaining coconut oil and heat in the microwave until melted. Arrange apple wedges on a plate and sprinkle with lemon juice. Pour chocolate mixture followed by peanut butter mixture. Top with remaining chocolate chips, pecans and coconut.

Gluten-Free Choco Avocado Brownies

What you need:

• 2 large avocados
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup coconut sugar
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup brown rice flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Scoop out the flesh of the 2 avocados and place in a food processor. Add the coconut sugar and cocoa powder to the blender and blend until smooth. Add the eggs, brown rice flour and baking soda and continue processing just until eggs are well-combined with the mixture. Carefully fold in chocolate chips. Pour the batter in a greased 8x8 inches brownie pan. Bake in a pre-heated oven (350F) for 15 minutes. Allow to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Dark Chocolate Chewy Cookies

What you need:

• 2 eggs
• 10 pcs. dried dates, boiled
• 2 cups almond butter
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Combine softened dates, water and sea salt in a food processor and pulse until coarsely ground. Add almond butter, vanilla extract and baking powder to the food processor and blend until smooth. Stir in (by hand) the chocolate chips. Form mixture into balls and arrange on greased baking sheets. Bake in a pre-heated oven (350F) for 8 to 10 minutes. Allow to cool for several minutes in a cooling rack before serving.

Satisfy your sweet tooth without feeling guilty - try these delicious guilt-free desserts!

Adrian T. Cheng is a food blogger and a BBQ expert. Through years of grill experience, reviewing various grilling accessories and trying delicious and unique recipes, he is sharing his knowledge with everyone through his blog. For more grilling secrets, tips, recipes and more, head over to Adrian's website where he has other interesting grill-related products and posts.

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Type 2 Diabetes and Healthy Living - Is High-Heat Cooking Bad For You?
By Beverleigh H Piepers

As you go on with the fight to control your Type 2 diabetes and blood sugar levels, you might be interested to know how you prepare your meat could impact your risk factor for complications. By now you probably know taking in enough protein is key to controlling your blood sugar at every meal. So you are trying hard to include a reasonable amount of meat in your meal plan. However, are you cooking it healthily?

You could have also read grilling or barbequing your meat can increase the cancer-causing substances you have in your body and even eating a lot of red meat could increase your risk of developing certain cancers as well.

However, did you know there could be a connection between high-heat cooking and Type 2 diabetes? Researchers out of the Health Hospital at Harvard are finding just that. They noted the frequent use of high heat cooking methods including...

• broiling,
• barbequing,
• grilling and
• roasting

were all increasing the risk factor for Type 2 diabetes based on research carried out on over 289,000 participants. Those who often consumed meats prepared this way were more likely to be also suffering from Type 2 diabetes, showing this direct correlation. Note this may have not necessarily been just the cooking method, but how the food was cooked using sauces and so forth, and the link to weight gain. The test subjects were also more likely to be obese or very overweight, which in itself also increases the risk factor for developing Type 2 diabetes.

What is interesting to note is broiled fish seemed to be okay in the study. While there was not as much information on this, those who ate broiled fish often didn't show an elevated risk, which can lead us to believe it is not just the broiling but the type of protein being cooked that particular way.

Researchers also pointed out another of the reasons why this could be problematic is because there are potentially harmful chemicals that form during this type of cooking which can lead to an inflammatory response in our body. This then sets you down a chain of events that could lead to insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes.

The take-home message in all this? Try alternative ways of cooking...

• slow cooking,
• baking,
• boiling,
• steaming,
• stewing, and
• stir-frying

are all healthier ways to cook your meat and help to prevent it from going past its succulent endpoint. When you overcook any meat, you are eliminating the fat and liquid, so all you are left with are the toughened muscle fibers.

Although managing your disease can be very challenging, Type 2 diabetes is not a condition you must just live with. You can make simple changes to your daily routine and lower both your weight and your blood sugar levels. Hang in there, the longer you do it, the easier it gets.

For nearly 25 years Beverleigh Piepers has searched for and found a number of secrets to help you build a healthy body. Go to http://DrugFreeType2Diabetes.com to learn about some of those secrets.

The answer isn't in the endless volumes of available information but in yourself.

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3 Refreshing Non-Alcoholic Drinks To Pair With Your Steak
By Adrian T. Cheng

Steak is almost always paired with wine. While they say that it's the perfect combo, it's not all the time that people want the buzz of wine. On your next barbecue, serve these 3 refreshing non-alcoholic drinks that are perfect pair for your grilled steak - everyone would surely have a fulfilled tummy and a grand time!

Berry Refreshing Drink

What you need:

• 2 cups frozen blueberries
• 2 cups seltzer
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup water
• 3/4 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• Ice

To make the syrup, mix together the blueberries and water in a pan and cook over low heat until berries are tender and easily smashed, about 4 to 6 minutes. Smash berries using the back of a spatula until none remain whole. Increase heat and simmer for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently. When ready, place the sugar in a bowl and pour blueberry syrup over it using a sieve. Allow to cool in room temperature and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Combine syrup, seltzer, lemon juice and lime juice in a glass. Top with ice before serving.

Ginger and Pear Punch

What you need:

• 3-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced into thirds
• 8 cups pear juice, chilled
• 3 1/2 cups seltzer
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup ginger syrup
• 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
• Ice
• Candied ginger for garnish

To make the syrup, combine ginger, water and sugar in a saucepan then bring to a boil. Lower heat then simmer for 30 minutes or until reduced to a syrup. Remove from heat and allow to cool. When cooled, mix together with pear juice, lemon juice and ground ginger. Add seltzer to the punch and stir. Top with ice. Place candied ginger on toothpicks for garnishing your cocktail glasses.

Tropical Mint Sparkler

What you need:

• 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 3/4 cup seltzer
• 1/4 cup mint leaves
• 2 drops rosewater
• Ice

Mix together orange juice, seltzer, mint leaves and rosewater in a bowl. Stir to combine ingredients well. Place ice on serving glasses and pour sparkler mixture over ice. Serve immediately.

A hot and delicious grilled steak calls for a cooling and refreshing beverage. Ditch the buzz of wine this time and go for any of these 3 non-alcoholic drinks that are perfect to pair with grilled steak!

Adrian T. Cheng is a food blogger and a BBQ expert. Through years of grill experience, reviewing various grilling accessories and trying delicious and unique recipes, he is sharing his knowledge with everyone through his blog. For more grilling secrets, tips, recipes and more, head over to Adrian's website where he has other interesting posts.

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Type 2 Diabetes - 3 Tips to Help You Manage Your Blood Sugar Without Drugs
By Beverleigh H Piepers

According to the Centre for Disease Control (CDC) National Diabetes Statistics Report 2017, over 100 million people in America have Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes. The report also states at least two in every five adult Americans will have Type 2 diabetes in their lifetime. With such startling statistics, it comes as no surprise a vast number of people are diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes every year. The most shocking news for many people, however, is they may have to be on medications for the rest of their life.

However, today we have good news. You can manage your blood sugar levels with simple lifestyle changes and no drugs; yes no drugs! Here are three tips to help you out...

1. Manage your weight. When you have Type 2 diabetes, being overweight can increase the symptoms, and you are more likely to suffer from high blood sugar levels. It may seem like managing or losing weight is difficult, but it doesn't have to be. You can start small by doing easy things and move on to more complex methods.

Managing your food portions is the best place to start. You can do this by eating snacks between meals and reducing the amount of food you eat in one sitting. You may also look into eating more organic and low-carb foods as opposed to foods with processed sugars and fats.

It would also help if you considered incorporating fresh fruits and vegetables into your diet.

2. Stay physically active. If your weight is okay, you don't need to work out aggressively, but you can take up a physical activity you enjoy. You can start by walking a few blocks every day.

Being physically active not only helps you to keep your weight in check but is also beneficial in keeping your blood pressure, blood sugar and stress levels low. When these levels are at a healthy level, your body is also able to effectively produce and absorb insulin which kicks out the need to use drugs.

3. Embrace proper bedtime practices. People with Type 2 diabetes are more likely to have sleep apnea than those without the disease. Improper sleep is dangerous because it may cause blood sugar spikes. One of the best ways to ensure you sleep soundly is to have good bedtime routines.

Some of the steps you may start to do include...

• staying away from your electric devices in the 30 minutes before bed,
• avoiding aggressive physical activities before bed, and
• embracing deep breathing before bed.

Final thoughts. Receiving news you have Type 2 diabetes can be a significant blow. Being on meds for the rest of your life can be devastating but by starting small with the tips above, you can still live a healthy life free of diabetes medications.

Although managing your disease can be very challenging, Type 2 diabetes is not a condition you must just live with. You can make simple changes to your daily routine and lower both your weight and your blood sugar levels. Hang in there, the longer you do it, the easier it gets.

For nearly 25 years Beverleigh Piepers has searched for and found a number of secrets to help you build a healthy body. Go to http://DrugFreeType2Diabetes.com to learn about some of those secrets.

The answer isn't in the endless volumes of available information but in yourself.

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Grilled Salmon Recipes You Absolutely Must Try
By Adrian T. Cheng

Fish is just as fulfilling as meat but less the calories. Their meat is extremely versatile as well - they will taste good whether you season them simply with salt and pepper or go all out with a flavorful marinade. One of the most popular fish for grilling is salmon mainly because its meat is firm and hearty. It also has a strong, distinct flavor that is made even better from the smokiness of the grill.

Here are some grilled salmon recipes that you should try cooking for your next barbecue:

Smoky Salmon and Dill

What you need:

• 1/4 kg. salmon fillet with skin
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp. chopped dill
• 2 tsps. Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp. vegetable oil
• 3 pinches brown sugar

Combine mayonnaise, dill, mustard and sugar in a small bowl. Set aside. Brush salmon fillets with vegetable oil then cook skin-side down on a pre-heated grill over medium heat for 3 minutes per side. Spread the mayonnaise mixture on top of the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through or when meat is easily flaked with a fork.

Grilled Salmon Linguine

What you need:

• 3 salmon fillets
• 1 cup linguine
• 1/2 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 1/2 lemon, sliced
• 6 tbsps milk
• 2 tbsps. extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsps. butter
• 1 tbsp. cream cheese
• 1 tsp. chopped fresh dill
• Salt and pepper to taste

Brush salmon fillets with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper then cook on a pre-heated grill over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes per side or until cooked through. Allow to rest for a few minutes before flaking with a fork into bite-sized pieces. Set aside. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in onions and yellow bell peppers, cook for about 6-8 minutes or until tender. Add in cream cheese, milk and salmon flakes. Stir occasionally and cook for about 3 minutes. Set aside. Cook linguine as directed in the packaging. Transfer in a serving bowl when ready then pour salmon sauce over it. Toss to coat pasta. Serve warm topped with lemon slices and dill.

Orange Glazed Grill Salmon

What you need:

• 1/2 kg. boneless and skinless salmon fillet, cut into 4 pcs.
• 1/2 cup orange marmalade
• 6 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
• 3 tbsps. white vinegar
• 2 tsps. soy sauce
• 2 tsps. sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp. grated ginger root

In a medium bowl, mix together marmalade, garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, oil and ginger. Set aside. Brush salmon with oil and cook on a pre-heated grill over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes per side. Brush salmon pieces with marmalade mixture then cook for another 2 minutes per side until fish is cooked through.

Prepare these easy and mouth-watering grilled salmon recipes the next time you bring out your grill for a healthier, lighter barbecue dish!

Adrian T. Cheng is a food blogger and a BBQ expert. Through years of grilling experience, reviewing various top quality grill accessories [http://www.kuisiware.com/our-products/grill-lantern-bbq-grill-light] and trying delicious and unique recipes, he is sharing his knowledge with everyone through his blog. For more grilling secrets, tips, recipes and more, head over to Adrian's page [http://www.kuisiware.com/].

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3 Meat Pie Recipes That Are a Must-Try
By Adrian T. Cheng

During birthdays, Thanksgiving or Christmas, it's not a surprise to see that pie is served. It's because it is considered to be a special dish especially when homemade. But you don't have to wait for a special occasion to eat one, make these delicious meat pies at home and it will feel like the holidays!

Meat Loaf Overload

What you need:

• 1/2 kilogram ground beef, cooked
• 1 egg
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 piece 9-inch unbaked pie crust
• 2 cups prepared mashed potatoes
• 1 cup whole corn kernel
• 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon ketchup

Mix together cooked beef, egg, onion, Worcestershire sauce and ketchup in a bowl. Spread corn kernels evenly over crust then top with beef mixture. Layer with mashed potatoes then sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Bake pie in a pre-heated oven (350 degrees F) until cheese has melted and lightly browned, about 30 to 40 minutes.

Creamy Turkey Pie

What you need:

• 2 cups cooked turkey, sliced into bite-size pieces
• 2 cups mixed vegetables
• 1 1/2 cup condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 package 9-inch double crust pie
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon seasoned pepper blend

Place 1 pastry crust on a baking dish and set aside. In a large bowl, combine turkey, mixed vegetables, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese, salt and pepper. Pour mixture over prepared pie crust then top with the remaining pie crust. Pinch the edges of the crusts together to seal. Using a sharp knife, cut a slit on top of the pie. Bake in a pre-heated oven (350 degrees F) for 35 to 40 minutes, or until filling is bubbling and crust is golden brown.

Tacoriffic!

What you need:

• 1/2 kilogram ground beef, cooked
• 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 1 3/4 cup refried beans
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup salsa, slightly drained
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 1/2 tablespoons taco seasoning

Press dough in an oiled deep-dish pie pan. Spread beans evenly over the dough then top with sour cream. Season cooked ground beef with taco seasoning then sprinkle over sour cream. Layer with salsa and top with cheddar cheese. Bake in a pre-heated oven (350 degrees F) for 30 minutes or until crust has browned and cheese has melted.

Enjoy a hearty, heavy meal with your family and friends with these delicious meat pie recipes!

Adrian T. Cheng is a food blogger and a BBQ expert. Through years of grilling experience, reviewing various grill gadgets and trying delicious and unique recipes, he is sharing his knowledge with everyone through his blog. For more grilling secrets, tips, recipes and more, head over to Adrian's website where he has other interesting posts [http://www.kuisiware.com/].

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