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Hawk Ridge Art is on the Move!
Summer is here and we want to share where we will be at our Art Fairs! Come join us - it's great fun to meet new friends!
Grand Marais Arts Festival- Grand Marais
July 12th - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
July 13th - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Blueberry Art Festival - Ely
Ely Chamber of Commerce
Friday-July 25th - Noon to 7:00 PM
Saturday- July 26 - 10 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday- July 27- 10 AM to 4:00 PM
Art in Bayfront Park Art Fair - Duluth
August 16 and August 17
Little Falls Arts & Crafts
Saturday 9/6: 8:00-6:00 P.M.
Sunday 9/7: 9:00-4:00 P.M.
Special Viewing
The John Peyton Collection is held at Doug and Kris Cameron's Home Gallery in Lester Park, 5110 Peabody St, Duluth, MN 55804
Hawk Ridge Art showcases John L. Peyton's amazing art collection of over 700 original paintings, thousands of lithographic prints, giclee prints, books and gift cards.
We can make a giclee print of any painting we have in prices that run from $50.00 - 8x10", $100 - 11x14", $150- 16x20", $250- 24x30" and we can custom size any painting in our collection. We have 5 books of John's and 24 gift cards available of our most popular paintings. We offer free shipping of any print that is ordered at our art fairs.
Our home is our gallery and we welcome visitors! As we don't keep open hours, just call us at 218-348-0097 to make an appointment.
Bring a friend or a group-no one leaves our home hungry or thirsty!
Click here to see a slideshow of Duluth Area/Lake Superior Landscapes by John L. Peyton...


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Went during my lunch break and paid my respects. Still wonder at times what the Lion of the senate would say about recent events on The Hill.
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"We Choose To Go To The Moon"
Fifty years ago today, President John F. Kennedy delivered one of his most iconic, important, and eloquent speeches in Houston, TX at the Rice Stadium in the fall of 1962.
"Many years ago the great British explorer George Mallory, who was to die on Mount Everest, was asked why did he want to climb it. He said, 'Because it is there.' Well, space is there, and we're going to climb it, and the moon and the planets are there, and new hopes for knowledge and peace are there. And, therefore, as we set sail we ask God's blessing on the most hazardous and dangerous and greatest adventure on which man has ever embarked."
~ John F. Kennedy, Rice University, Sept. 12, 1962
goddamn do I love me some Bill Clinton
Wow. Just wow. That speech was amazing. It destroyed Romney without ever being negative or even mentioning him.
Could your fave, #doe? AHAHHAHHAHAHAHHA NOPE!
she keeps me humble and motivates me at the same time
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If farmers and blacksmiths could win independence from an empire, if immigrants could leave behind everything they knew for a better life on our shores, if women could be dragged to jail for seeking the vote, if a generation could defeat a depression, and define greatness for all time, if a young preacher could lift us to the mountaintop with his righteous dream, and if proud Americans can be who they are and boldly stand at the altar with who they love… then surely… surely we can give everyone in this country a fair chance at that great American Dream.
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As a Latina and a first generation American, I can confidently say fuck you Rubio.You don't represent our story.
Obama hosts Independence Day naturalization ceremony for members of the armed forces
President Obama speaks to service members at a naturalization ceremony at the White House as U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Alejandro Mayorkas and Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano look on.
While most people were busy setting up grills for backyard barbecues or watching parades this morning, President Obama welcomed more than two dozen active service members to the White House for a naturalization ceremony.
The service men and women took an oath of allegiance to the United States before their friends and families, signaling their status as naturalized citizens.
Family members and friends look on as the service men and women who became naturalized citizens file into the East Room of the White House.
Speaking to the crowd of about 200, Obama said, "Our society is not possible without the generations of immigrants who have come to our shores."
Obama, whose father was from Kenya, added that it is "an honor for me to serve as your commander in chief."
The president also took the opportunity to mention the DREAM Act and comprehensive immigration reform, saying, "We are still perfecting our union." He named "lifting the shadow of deportation" from some young people as an accomplishment.
Specialist Carlos Eduardo Navichoque, who was born in Guatemala and enlisted in 2009 before deploying to Iraq in March 2010, said it was a very emotional day for him.
"I'm very proud," he said. "This is one of the great nations."
Cristian Felipe Zapata Gil, who was born in Colombia and serves in the Army as a watercraft engineer, said he felt part of the country when he became a soldier, but becoming a citizen intensified that feeling.
Cristian Felipe Zapata Gil was born in Colombia. He now serves in the military as a watercraft engineer.
When asked whether becoming a citizen changes his feelings about being in the military, he said, "No, no, I've always been a U.S. soldier."
The service members, men and women from countries as diverse as Guatemala and Nigeria, Russia and China, were greeted in the East Room by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Alejandro Mayorkas, a naturalized citizen himself. Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano delivered the oath of allegiance.
Asking those taking the oath to raise their right hands and repeat after her, she joked that, "This oath is pretty long," before continuing.
Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano speaks as President Obama looks on.
"You put your lives on the line for this country before you could be called Americans," she said. "You have earned the rights and responsibilities…America is your country."
Obama has hosted similar naturalization ceremonies twice before, in May 2009 and April 2010. Since 2001, more than 80,000 members of the armed services have become naturalized citizens.
Obama, who is also celebrating first daughter Malia's 14th birthday today, said attending such ceremonies is among his favorite things to do as president. He will also honor service men and women at a barbeque with military families this evening.
White House staff prepare corn for a barbeque to honor military men and women.
"What a perfect way to celebrate America's birthday," Obama said.
Diana Martinez, 18, an undocumented student, was one of 12 arrested after refusIng to leave their sit-in in the Hart Senate Office building.
An estimated 65,000 undocumented students graduate from U.S. high schools each year.
So many feels.
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Breaking News of the Day: Obama Offers Immunity To Young Immigrants: Bypassing Congress, President Obama announced today the implementation of his own version of the DREAM Act that will begin granting work permits to as many as 800,000 illegal immigrants who arrived in the United States as children, graduated from high school, and stayed out of trouble with the law.
The new policy will grant immunity from deportation to "illegal immigrants [who] were brought to the United States before they turned 16 and are younger than 30, have been in the country for at least five continuous years, have no criminal history, graduated from a U.S. high school or earned a GED, or served in the military." It will also allow them to apply for a two-year work permit that can be repeatedly renewed if they stay out of trouble.
How is Obama's election-year move possible? A memo by Homeland Security chief Janet Napolitano describes the new policy as a matter of "prosecutorial discretion"
Our Nation's immigration laws must be enforced in a strong and sensible manner. They are not designed to be blindly enforced without consideration given to the individual circumstances of each case. Nor are they designed to remove productive young people to countries where they may not have lived or even speak the language. Indeed, many of these young people have already contributed to our country in significant ways. Prosecutorial discretion, which is used in so many other areas, is especially justified here.
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Photo Of The Day: President Barack Obama sits on the famed Rosa Parks bus at the Henry Ford Museum following an event in Dearborn, Mich., April 18, 2012. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
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Mitt Romney or Mr. Burns?
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PRESENTE.ORG presents NO SOMOS RUBIOS - I am appalled that Senator Marco Rubio is being utilized by the GOP to woo Latin@/ Hispanic voters. Senator Marco Rubio's positions do not reflect what the very broad Hispanic/Latin@ community would love to see implemented. "No Somos Rubios" is a pun (We Are Not Blonde/Blanco) and the slogan of the campaign to educate voters and the media on these issues.
Republicans want Florida Senator Marco Rubio to be their Vice President.
The GOP thinks that Rubio can "deliver the Latino vote," but Rubio stands with the Tea Party more than he stands with Latinos on the issues we care
I don't make many requests on this blog but if you could, please watch and circulate this 1 minute video. We may not have the advertising dollars but we have social media and unconventional techniques.
If you want to know more, visit http://presente.org/
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I'm an amateur paleontologist, so I've spent a lot of time looking at the earth's temperature over a very long time, I'm a lot harder to convince than just by looking at a computer model.
Newt Gingrich (via anticapitalist)
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(translated) On Wednesday, December 21, Muscovites had a flashmob in the subway for an honest election. Participants of the rally went for an hour on the subway with mouths taped with white tape, "They stole our votes," "Give me back my voice," "More silence is impossible."
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We were cruising through the back part of the central hall at SEMA, on the prowl for Camaros, Mustangs, Challengers something interesting when we were stopped dead in our tracks by this masterful use of pigment, cleverly disguising a late-eighties Chevy Caprice. Looks like SpongeBob has traded his pineapple for a box. The graphics are really stunning up close and depict everyone's favorite sponge in a variety of vignettes. The whole SpongeBob gang is there -- Patrick, Gary, Mr. Krabs, Squidward and Plankton are all there. Classic. Just one of the beautifully airbrushed vehicles we hope... Read More


text: "Aged Beyond Your Years? Magnesium Deficiency Could Be the Culprit"* Magnesium is one of the most overlooked minerals in your body, yet you probably haven't heard much about it. And it can help you slow the aging process We are all familiar with the link between getting older and normal, age-related forgetfulness, sometimes referred to as "senior moments." Unfortunately, there is no "quick fix" or magic bullet when it comes to aging well. Generally speaking, the better you treat your body throughout your life, the better your aging experience will be. Most people do not welcome any thoughts of getting older because for many, aging is synonymous with occasional forgetfulness as a normal part of aging and loneliness. It certainly is inevitable that you're going to get older. But I can tell you from personal experience that this does not have to be a depressing and unfulfilling time of your life. I am fast approaching 60 and am the fittest I have ever been. I strive to live out every day to its fullest potential. I may have been able to run faster when I was younger, but I would never trade that for the muscle strength, flexibility, and knowledge that I have today. While my experiences may not be representative of your experiences, my point is that it is never too late to start implementing strategies to support "successful" aging. Fortunately, you too can achieve wellness on both physical and mental fronts, and you can do so at any age.* The bottom line... you don't have to just reluctantly accept aging and "senior moments" as inevitable with nothing you can do to make your life more enjoyable and full of vitality.* Here's what to do... 10 Key Strategies for Healthy Aging* Kicking the smoking habit, or better yet, never starting at all, is one of the top behaviors associated with successful aging. Recent research identified four key behaviors associated with "successful aging"... Avoid smoking Drink alcohol in moderation Exercise regularly Eat vegetables and fruits daily Researchers observed that incorporating each strategy on an individual basis helped increase the odds of "successful aging." But the interesting point is what they uncovered when all four strategies were combined. When all four strategies were practiced concurrently, it was discovered that the study participants tripled their chances of avoiding many of the physical and mental normal signs of aging over a 16-year period. This is encouraging news and enforces the principal that the more healthy habits you practice, the better your chances of enjoying life will be, as time goes by. But I do feel there are a few more strategies you can put-in-place to help smooth the aging process even more... Finding ways to help reduce your stress are important strategies for healthy aging. Avoid excess sugar and fructose – Limiting the amount of sugar in your diet (particularly fructose) can be a key factor in longevity. Incorporate high-intensity "anti-aging" exercise – High-intensity interval-type training like Peak Fitness gives a natural boost to your human growth hormone (HGH) production essential for optimal health. Reduce your stress and promote positive thinking – To be optimally healthy and age successfully, it's important to address your emotional wellness. EFT can be a very effective tool to help you lower stress and gain a positive frame of mind. Take high-quality animal-based omega-3s – Due to their high intake of animal-based omega-3 fats, many experts feel it's the primary factor behind why the Japaneseage "gracefully." Optimize your vitamin D levels – Exposing your skin to safe doses of natural sunlight can help optimize your vitamin D levels and support your health as you age. Another strategy I should mention here is fasting... and it's not always a strategy I've been a major advocate of in the past. However, there's a growing body of evidence beginning to uncover the potential link between intermittent fasting and longevity. And to that end, I've now revised my personal eating schedule to take advantage of fasting's potential health benefits. Remember, there's really not a single "magic bullet" when it comes to aging well. It is a "package deal" in which you make the commitment to put-in-place a combination of healthy lifestyle strategies.. Supporting Your Brain Health When it comes to a maintaining as sharp a mind as possible, there are a few additional things I strongly recommend you make part of your healthy regimen... Amalgam fillings consist of 50% mercury, a known neurotoxin that can potentially "leak" into your system. Avoid grains – Excessive sugar and grains are the driving forces behind insulin resistance, one of the most pervasive influences behind less-than-optimal brain function. Don't consume artificial sweeteners, especially aspartame – There are many studies that show the inherent risks from aspartame. And one of the dangers is its potential overall effect on your memory. Remove unfermented soy from your diet – Unfermented soy products, such as tofu, have been shown to potentially cause cognitive impairment. Challenge your mind daily – Find ways to stimulate your mind such as traveling, learning something entirely new, and performing thought-inspiring exercises like crossword puzzles. Avoid mercury – Dental amalgam fillings are a major source of mercury that can potentially "leak" vapors into your system. These "silver" fillings consist of 50% mercury, a known neurotoxin that can potentially affect your neurological health. Steer clear of aluminum – You may not be aware that many antiperspirants contain aluminum that you're applying under your arms. Once absorbed there, it will enter your bloodstream and this may not be a good thing for optimal brain vitality. Eliminate fluoride – Fluoride is a powerful neurotoxin found in common tap water and some toothpastes. Your Brain on Exercise – What Goes On Inside? A professor at a prestigious medical school and clinical psychiatrist feels there's overwhelming evidence that exercise helps promote cognitive health. He believes that even at middle age, if you begin exercising 3 to 4 times a week, you can significantly benefit your cognitive function. Exercise helps encourage your brain to perform at its optimum level. Exercise has always been one of my life-long passions, and one I've strongly recommended to friends and family alike. But what really happens inside your brain when you exercise? Exercise encourages your brain to work at optimum capacity by its overall effects on your nervous system. Exercise... Causes your nerve cells to multiply Strengthens your nerve cells Helps shield them from wear and tear by promoting nerve-protecting compounds Further, exercise triggers overall protection of your brain by how it... Increases blood flow to your brain Improves development and survival of neurons Promotes a healthy heart and vascular system in support of normal brain function The bottom line... exercise helps "push" your brain to perform at its optimum level. There's compelling evidence that regular exercise promotes essential cell and tissue rejuvenation mechanisms, including potential growth of new brain cells. A healthy brain and active mind go hand-in-hand in helping you stay alert and active regardless of how old you are. Why Eating Your Veggies Is So Important When it comes to the food you eat, increasing your intake of fresh vegetables is a surefire way to help support your overall health, and may help promote your health as you age as well. Research has shown that vegetables, such as spinach, could be beneficial in promoting central nervous system and cognitive health. Adding more vegetables to your diet could play a key role in promoting cognitive health. So what turns vegetables into such powerful age-fighting allies? Vegetables... Pack a powerful array of free radical-fighting antioxidants Contain phytochemicals which promote healthy cell reproduction and provide greater protection than individual nutrients Are natural sources of vitamins and minerals And when you eat your fresh veggies raw, you'll also receive what are called "biophotons." These are the smallest physical units of light used by all biological organisms... including your body. The more sunlight a food can store, the more nutritious it can be. Raw, fresh organic vegetables are rich in light energy. In addition to eating raw vegetables, there's an even better way I believe you can take advantage of their nutrient value... Magnesium – Pay Attention to This Vital Mineral Another challenge you face as you age is your body becomes less efficient and effective in absorbing important vitamins and minerals. So, despite a healthy diet rich in fresh organic vegetables, you may still come up short in certain nutrients. Plus, consuming a larger number of vegetable servings a day can be somewhat difficult... and may not always be entirely practical. Certainly, vegetable juicing is a phenomenal way to overcome the serving challenge. But even then, there may be some important nutrients you simply may not get enough of. One nutrient that comes to mind... one you probably don't hear much about is magnesium. Here are some key facts about this vital mineral and why I feel it's so important for you not to overlook. Magnesium... Is the fourth most abundant mineral in your body... Exists in over 300 different bodily enzymes... Is found primarily in your bones (50% of total body magnesium)... Plays a role in your body's detoxification processes...* Aids your energy metabolism and protein synthesis...* Helps guide a large number of physiological functions...* Is required by glutathione (the "master antioxidant") for synthesis...* This should give you a pretty good picture why I believe magnesium is so important. And the number of Americans potentially not getting enough of this mineral is estimated as high as 80%. That's a pretty staggering number. With all this said, how do you really know if you're getting an adequate supply or coming up short? Keep in mind, the aging process can challenge your body's effectiveness in absorbing any nutrient you consume. Is It Even Possible to Determine Your Magnesium Level? Since only about 1% of the magnesium in your body is distributed in your blood, there's really not an accurate lab test for magnesium today. Some early signs of a potential lack of magnesium in your body include... Due to the difficulty with determining magnesium status in your tissues, there's really not a good lab test today that will provide an accurate assessment. Additionally, only about 1% of the magnesium in your body is distributed in your blood. Loss of appetite and headache Nausea and vomiting Fatigue and weakness As you can see, many of these symptoms are pretty general and can result from a variety of different conditions. If you suspect you're low in magnesium, your first course of action is to consult with a healthcare professional. But are there any steps you can take yourself to help your body get a sufficient supply? Natural Foods Rich in Magnesium There are a number of foods with abundant supplies of magnesium. Raw, green organic vegetables, such as spinach, are excellent choices because the center of the chlorophyll molecule (which provides green veggies their brilliant color) contains magnesium. Chlorophyll is like a plant's version of our hemoglobin. They share a similar structure but chlorophyll has magnesium plugged in the middle instead of iron. In order to ensure you're getting adequate amounts of magnesium, I recommend you first focus on eating a variety of foods that contain the mineral. And juicing green leafy vegetables can be an excellent strategy for obtaining magnesium as well. Here's a handy chart of specific foods that contain abundant amounts of magnesium for every 100 grams (just over 3 ounces) you consume... Food (100 grams) Magnesium Content (mg) Seaweed, agar, dried 770 mg Coriander leaf (spice), dried 694 mg Pumpkin seeds, dried 535 mg Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened 499 mg Basil, dried 422 mg Flaxseed 392 mg Cumin seed (spice) 366 mg Brazil nuts, dried 376 mg Parsley, freeze dried 372 mg Almond butter 303 mg Cashew nuts, roasted 273 mg Whey, sweet, dried 176 mg Leeks, freeze dried 156 mg Kale, scotch, raw 88 mg Why You Still May Not Be Getting Enough Most people can maintain healthy levels of magnesium by simply consuming plenty of foods rich in the mineral (like those foods in the chart above). However, there are certain factors (some of which I've already touched on) which can potentially impact levels of magnesium you consume and your body absorbs... Age – Simply growing older, your body naturally faces challenges that can lead to decreases in nutrient absorption including magnesium. Types of food you eat – If you consume mostly non-organic foods, their magnesium levels may be depleted due to chemical fertilizers and pesticides. The levels of magnesium in food are dependent on the levels found in the soil. Medication – Certain medicines can contribute to the magnesium deficit within your body. Practicality – It simply may not be possible for you to consume enough foods rich in magnesium. Some people may not have access to organic supplies of these foods. However, I strongly recommend that you put the extra effort in to try and find, and make some of these foods part of your regular diet. Sometimes, it just takes hard work to maintain a healthy diet. If any of these factors come into play in your life and you're concerned about maintaining adequate levels of magnesium, you might want to consider a high-quality supplement. But "high-quality" is the absolute key when deciding on a magnesium supplement. There's such a wide-variety of options available to you, it can not only be confusing, but certain supplement combinations can affect the absorption and bioavailability of the magnesium nutrient. And that's why I decided to take the guesswork out of finding a high-quality magnesium formula and put my team to task to find the best solution for you. My 'Must-Haves' for High-Quality Magnesium Supplementation My preferred approach when recommending any supplement is to first compile a list of the essential requirements. With magnesium, here's the list my team and I put together that I feel is an excellent guideline to help you "weed-out" those supplements that fail to make the grade. For a high-quality magnesium supplement, make sure it... Completely avoids magnesium stearate – Magnesium stearate is not a source of magnesium. It is in fact a "flow agent" used in production that prevents supplements from sticking together. It can potentially inhibit absorption of nutrients in your digestive tract. Delivers a high-absorption formula – It's not just about the amount of elemental magnesium found in the supplement. The formula must have high-absorption capabilities. Incorporates high-penetration characteristics – Absorption of magnesium is crucial but it's also important that the nutrient is capable of penetrating key tissues and cells to be effective. Takes advantage of a high-technology encapsulation and delivery system – The total formula package must include a high-quality encapsulation and delivery system to help ensure consistent protection and delivery of the mineral. In my opinion, some manufacturers really fall short in this area by employing "cheap" solutions. Helps manage potential discomfort – Many magnesium products are used as laxatives and antacids. Since these are not the driving-force behind this magnesium supplement, I recommend avoiding any that are specific to stool-softening and so-called indigestion aids. Provides practical, easy-to-take "servings" – Supplement servings must be practical to fit into anyone's busy schedule. Serving size should be straight-forward with well-defined guidelines. Is delivered by a reputable high-quality manufacturer – With years of experience, the manufacturer of the magnesium formula should have a distinguished reputation for producing consistent high-quality supplements. With some confusion out there about the use of magnesium stearate in supplements, I feel even more straight-talk is needed as to why you should... Steer Clear of This 'Pretender' Many supplement manufacturers add magnesium stearate to their formulas. However, it's not only something I don't recommend; in my opinion, it's something to seriously watch out for and avoid in any supplement you take. But why is that... isn't magnesium stearate a form of the mineral itself? Here's why I strongly recommend you scrutinize any supplement and don't go near it if contains this compound because magnesium stearate... Is not a source of magnesium to help boost your bodily supply Is a chalk-like lubricating compound used to prevent supplements from sticking together during the manufacturing process May be sourced from genetically engineered (GE) hydrogenated oils The bottom line with magnesium stearate... I believe you should avoid it completely. If you're taking a supplement, make sure it's a high-quality food-based supplement that does not contain potentially harmful fillers and additives like magnesium stearate. And that certainly applies when selecting a high-quality magnesium supplement. Magnesium Supplements – A 'Mine Field' of Choices One daunting challenge you face when searching for a high-quality magnesium supplement is that there's such a wide variety available... so much so, that it can be quite confusing as to which one is really best to help enhance your levels. Plus, to add a bit more confusion, there's no such thing as a 100% magnesium supplement. Magnesium must be bound to another ion and that substance can affect magnesium's absorption and bioavailability. So let me help you get through this magnesium "mine field" and show you why I believe my selection is a wise choice for you if you're looking for a magnesium supplement. But first, let's take a closer look at the different types of magnesium supplements available out there and some characteristics of each one. Here's a helpful chart to give you some basic background information... info everyone should be up-to-date on when considering magnesium supplementation. Magnesium supplement Characteristics Magnesium glycinate A chelated form of magnesium that tends to provide effective levels of absorption and bioavailability. Magnesium oxide A non-chelated form of magnesium bound to an organic acid or fatty acid. Contains up to 60% elemental magnesium and has stool-softening properties. Magnesium chloride/Magnesium lactate Contains only about 12% elemental magnesium but tends to have better absorption capabilities than magnesium oxide which has 5 times the magnesium. Magnesium sulfate/Magnesium hydroxide These are typically used as laxatives. Milk of Magnesia is an example of this type of magnesium. Since magnesium hydroxide can have up to 42% elemental magnesium, caution is required here not to take too much. Magnesium carbonate This form of magnesium has antacid properties and can contain from 29-45% elemental magnesium. Magnesium taurate This contains a combination of magnesium and taurine (an amino acid) that together may provide a calming effect on the body and mind. Magnesium citrate This is a form of magnesium with citric acid which has laxative properties. This can contain up to 16% elemental magnesium. Magnesium threonate This newer, emerging type of magnesium supplement has shown great promise in absorption, as well as potential tissue and cell membrane penetration. Confusion Between Elemental and Absorption Rate "Elemental" magnesium refers to the actual amount of magnesium in each supplement form. However, this is by no means the whole story. Just because the supplement contains more elemental magnesium doesn't necessarily mean it's formulated for high-absorption. Plus, there are some types of magnesium supplements you may absorb well but they have stool-softening properties you probably want to avoid. So, what to do? Magnesium Threonate – How This Formula Exceeded My Expectations If you're looking for a magnesium-based laxative or antacid solution, that is a whole different ball game, and a subject for another time. But if you're in search of a magnesium supplement to help support your levels due to any of the potentially influential factors I described earlier... age... foods you eat (or don't eat)... medicines... diet practicality,* I feel I can help save you a ton of time. For a high-quality magnesium supplement, I strongly recommend Magnesium Threonate. Here's a chart showing the details behind why I think this is such a fantastic formula and how it exceeded my expectations by surpassing the checklist requirements... Checklist requirement Magnesium Threonate? Completely avoids magnesium stearate? Yes – I made certain this compound was not part of the formula whatsoever. It's just not a healthy substance you should be putting in your body. Plus, this formula does not contain any genetically engineered (GE) ingredients as well. Delivers a high-absorption formula? Yes – With the many types of magnesium supplements available, my team and I selected magnesium threonate (Magtein®) for its breakthrough absorption characteristics and extensive research. As this magnesium solution is formulated in a water/glycerin matrix (as opposed to powder-based formulas prevalent on the market), the magtein is presolubilized to enhance absorption capabilities. Incorporates high-penetration characteristics? Yes – One area where other forms of magnesium supplements tend to fall short involves penetration of tissues and cells. Animal studies have shown how magnesium threonate has been able to uniquely cross the blood-brain barrier and penetrate cell membranes.* Takes advantage of high-tech encapsulation and delivery system? Yes –The Licaps encapsulation/delivery package is fully compatible with the water/glycerin system to form a formidable absorption combination. Helps manage potential discomfort? Yes – Many forms of magnesium can cause unpleasant gastrointestinal discomfort. In fact as you already know, some magnesium products have the primary purpose of softening stool and acting as a laxative. This is certainly not the case with Magnesium Threonate and its consistent formula. Provides practical, easy-to-take servings? Yes – By taking 1 g after lunch time (or in the afternoon) and 1 g at bedtime with plenty of water, it's easy to take. Food is not required for absorption so taking it with meals is not necessary. It's always a smart choice to double-check and consult with a healthcare professional when taking any supplement. Is delivered by a reputable high-quality manufacturer? Yes – The chosen manufacturer has been a trusted source for core functional ingredients since 1996. This company is committed to continue to achieve ultimate customer satisfaction through creative product innovation and superior service. I believe by now you can see why I'm so excited about the Magnesium Threonate formula. If you're truly looking for a high-quality magnesium supplement to add to your healthy diet, it has my highest recommendation. And here's more on why I believe the formula uses... High-Technology Encapsulation That's Off-the-Charts In addition to the extraordinary mineral ingredient (Magtein) behind the Magnesium Threonate supplement, it also capitalizes on a capsule delivery system I consider top-of-the-line. It's this combination of the Magtein nutrient and high-tech encapsulation/delivery system (Licaps®) which makes the supplement an outstanding magnesium-supporting solution for you. With the Licaps high-technology encapsulation system, leakage potential is all but reduced to zero. Here are a few more details on why the delivery system works so well. Licaps is truly a unique capsule in how its extraordinary technology protects the enclosed nutrients from potential... Leakage – Uses an innovative hermetical sealing process... Oxidation – Helps ensure nutrient freshness by employing a nitrogen-flushing process during filling of the capsule... Tampering – By creating an airtight capsule, it's almost impossible to open a Licaps capsule without leaving noticeable visible damage... With this high-quality delivery and encapsulation system, combined with the high-quality mineral ingredients of Magtein, I truly believe that Magnesium Threonate is one supplement you should consider adding to your overall healthy diet. Don't Let Aging Put the Brakes on Fully Enjoying Your Life There are many things you can do to slow the normal signs of aging.* I'm living proof as I approach 60, of how you can live your life to its full potential if you make intelligent lifestyle adjustments as you go. 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An Animal Collective/ Foals go-between, the art-rock ensemble Jonquil was once a flushed-out bedroom project of English multi-instrumentalist/ songwriter Hugo Manuel. Now, with a little over five years since their inception, Jonquil with three full releases (Sunny Casinos in 2006, Lions in 2008 and One Hundred Suns in 2010) continues to create beautifully orchestrated folk experiments shouldered by Manuel's ample falsetto.
Featuring the track "I Know I Don't Know" from One Hundred Suns in our 7th Mixtape (Download: Here), Jonquil earns another honorable mention for their incendiary EP. "Compound" coincidentally enough precedes "I Know …" on the record and juxtaposes for it's dreamy lyricism and doodled guitar strumming. It soars upon a lingering feeling that I can't quite finger. But, perhaps some things need not words to explain. Just listen.
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I have an EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS telephoto zoom and want to extend my telephoto capabilities. Do I go for a EF 2.0X II Extender for use with the above(with its disadvantage of 2 stops but advantage of relatively low cost)or should I consider an EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS (with its disadvantage of high cost but advantage of better optics?).
I would appreciate comments from anyone who has used the EF 70-200 + 2x II extender combination re pros/cons and general comments on the merits of the two approaches.
I have the 70-200mm L and use a 2x Mk 1 extender with it.
Whilst I havn't yet upgraded to the IS and Mk II versions of these, and I probably will at some point, I am happy with the output of the combination. There is some minor image degredation but it is fine, and I doubt it would stop your pics getting published if that is what you want to do.
I have seen Andy Rouse use them with his long telephotos - they can't be all bad !
As well as cost you also get to use the 2x with any other compatible lens so if you ever went for a 300mm f2.8L IS it would give you a 600mm etc....
Worst case is you spend 300 - with the 100-400 (which is a pull-push zoom, one of the reasons I dislike it) it's 1200 of lens....an additional one to lug around, and 100mm of overlap you don't really need.
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The lens you own is superb optically. However, the 2x extender isn't as good optically as the 1.4x. You may see a slight degradation in image quality. That's the view of several pro photographers I know.
I have the 100-400mm IS lens, it's very good, though some users have had problems with dust getting into the lens due to the pull-push design of the zoom. Some have also had bearings etc come loose and more recent examples of this lens seem to be just as prone to the problems, so age is not an indication of reliability. It must be remembered though, that there are probably more 100-400's in use than any other L series lens and there are still a vast number of happy users.
I hope this helps.
i use one to produce pictures like in my gallery selection, but it has a few draw backs
a you lose 2 stops of light ok in summer but can be to slow in winter
b focusing is no where near as good often to get good shots i need to manual focus
c i dont seem to lose much in quality
the only way to get crisp shots is to pay big money and buy a 600mm f4 or 500mm f4 both are stunning and available secondhand
Jo, Interesting comments on the 100-400. Thanks. Have you had experience with the extenders? I am paricularly interested in image quality?
Paul, Looks good enough for me you pictures are really impressive. Are you saying you need to manual focus because of the converter? You must find it difficult with a moving target.
Is your 70-200mm an IS version?
I need to use the manual when i shoot surf because the moving back ground plus spray seems to upset the focus, its reasonabley easy to track in focus when you know the sport and the direction the target is likey to move
i have just taken a range of shots on a wakeboard boat totally manual focus as i knew where the guys exactly because of line length, this stopped the camera locking onto the spray with its higher contrast.
no my 70-200 is the older version cant justify changing yet. I have the is 28-135 which is a great lens probally one of the best canon has made for the consumer market
If and when you sell it count me in I need to upgrade my 2x mk1
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When Tom Met Derek
Derek Lam's aesthetic is much like his approach to the culinary arts: "He doesn't like to mix too many things," said backstage fixture and creative makeup director of Estée Lauder, Tom Pecheux—the face painter with whom the designer has worked with since his very first show in 2004. "The flavors are very simple—he always starts with the quality of the ingredient," he added. So when it came to creating a collection of cosmetics (out in January) with the storied beauty brand, it was only natural that Lam wouldn't be launching an extensive line of products. "He's not the kind of person that travels with three suitcases—Derek travels with a carry-on bag. My makeup bag is one bag. I believe that I can make anything you want with what I have," quipped Pecheux. Taking that same approach, they packaged the five essentials the modern woman needs to complete her makeup "wardrobe" from day to night—a navy kajal crayon, gold cream shadow, black mascara, tawny liquid lipstick, and shimmery champagne gloss—into a blue satin minaudière. This same set of cosmetic tools was used to create the trio of buildable looks seen on the designer's Spring 2014 runway. "We could have developed [an entire range], but that's not Derek and that's not me. I'd prefer to have the right product, than a lot," he said. This dynamic duo seems to share the same brain, with one exception: "He likes to follow a recipe, and then afterwards, twist it. I never look at a recipe. I go to the market and see what there is. That's why I never ask him what he's working on, so I don't have too many things floating around [in my head]. The makeup is always the cherry on the cake," Pecheux explained. Here, I interviewed both designer and maquillage master separately—only to find that they were almost always on the exact same page:
What was your first reaction to Tom's interpretation of "minimal" for your Spring show?
DL: My first reaction was "Terrific!" because I know that when I work with Tom, even when I say something simple, or if I say, "I just want it to be a no-makeup face," he knows what I'm talking about. So when he came to me with the idea for the three looks, it was amazing because that's exactly how I considered the evolution of the collection and how it was going to be shown on the runway. He picked up on one of the [prints], which in this case, was the check, and he reinterpreted it for the eye. Seeing one element, and kind of evolving it is also really what I do.
Do you also ascribe to his theory on blue? He's said so many times that navy is so much less severe than black.
Oh yeah, absolutely. That's again one of those things that we both share. I love navy for evening clothes. I just think it's so flattering and welcoming. It's also very understated, and in that way, [navy is] a little bit subversive. It's got an unexpected quality.
If you had to choose, what is your favorite product in the collection?
DL: I love the eyeliner in Near Night…It's the closest to my heart in terms of if you only had to have one product a beautifully outlined eye is always the thing to do.
TP: I do love the creamy eyeshadow in gold. It's almost like a chic, luxurious nude color. It's not too brown and works on every skin tone. The navy blue pencil is going to be your best friend, or your worst enemy, because it's so stable it can be tough to take off!
What was your inspiration behind the clutch?
TP: I like a coffret. I used to be a smoker, but I quit. I thought the cigarette holder was really chic. Derek was very excited about it—but cigarettes are not necessarily good things to promote—so he thought about doing a clutch [instead].
DL: I always think [about] adding an element of glamour. She could have [this] little clutch in her tote or in her bag during the day…then [take it out] for the evening. I think that shows the romantic quality and how we view the collection [being incorporated] into a woman's life. Doing it in a striped quilting is a play on something that's [traditionally tied to] sportswear, but also translatable to evening.
Is there a beauty trend the Derek Lam woman would never try?
DL: I think that it's anything that's obvious. For the runway, we do add hair extensions, but we don't do false eyelashes—it all stems from the idea of natural beauty.
TP: We've never used anything fake…fakeness is not part of our vocabulary.
Can you give me a sneak peek of what you have in mind for the beauty look for Fall?
TP: We never talk about his fashion. As much as we are friends and really adore working together, we rarely talk about business. Whatever he's doing in February, I have no clue.
DL: Oh, it's so soon, and now we're in the midst of it! But I think that colors are so important. Last Fall, I did a very muted collection, and even Spring was relatively muted—with only the hit of bright yellow. I hope that when Tom sees the board we'll get inspired and we can do something really exciting or unusual for the face.
I can't wait to see what you both cook up come February.
Estée Lauder Derek Lam Collection, available January 2014 at esteelauder.com.—Amber Kallor
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GPHSs are fueled with plutonium-238. Each module has a temperature of over 600 degrees Celsius[citation needed] and delivers 250 watts at the time of manufacture. They measure 9.948 cm wide x 9.32 cm deep x 5.82 cm high and weigh no more than 1.44 kg each.
GPHSs are designed with safety in mind and employ iridium-clad plutonium-238 pellets. The generated alpha particles are blocked by the cladding, thus no further radiation shielding is necessary. The pellets are encased within nested layers of carbon-based material and placed within an aeroshell housing to comprise the complete module.
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GPHSs of this, or very similar, design were used in the GPHS-RTGs of Cassini-Huygens, New Horizons, the Galileo probe, and the Ulysses probe.
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Historically, colleges and universities hold homecoming in the fall with the big football game. Although Rollins' football team has been on hiatus since 1949, there is no lack of school spirit or passion for homecoming activities. This year, however, the Student Government Association collaborated with the Alumni Association to produce 2009 Homecoming in conjunction with Rollins Reunion Weekend and the launch of such spring sports as men and women's lacrosse, baseball and softball. During Reunion, more than 500 alumni rediscovered their connection to Rollins. Rollins graduates from far and wide returned to campus to enjoy a weekend filled with friendship, joy and celebration.
One of the most anticipated and popular events of the academic year, homecoming provides an opportunity for students, parents, alumni, faculty, administrators and staff to come together and celebrate the Rollins experience. Occurring March 23-27, Homecoming 2009 brought school spirit back to the Rollins community in the theme of "PAINT!"
Throughout the week, students participated in colorful activities that were free of charge and filled with fun. On Monday, students competed in "Color Wars" on Mills Lawn as they hurled water balloons filled with colorful paint at friends and classmates. Tuesday provided a bit of rest and relaxation as students chilled out to "mock"tails and an afternoon of tie-dyeing after a long day of classes. Wednesday, however, brought the crazy night-life back to Rollins with a Day-Glo Paint Party that was open to the entire campus. The music played all night as students went into the party dressed in white and came out the colors of the rainbow.
Thursday night's LipSync proved to be the most popular night of Homecoming 2009 as more than 400 students, faculty, staff and alumni gathered in the Alfond Sports Center to watch the annual competition. Student organizations—Greek and non-Greek alike— participated in the competition, showing off their dazzling costumes, creative themes and one-of-a-kind dance moves. The grand prize for the winners is the opportunity to perform at an Orlando Magic pre-game show, and an event was organized by the student-run organization All Campus Events offering discounted game tickets for all Rollins students. Homecoming 2009 culminated with a community service project at Fern Creek Elementary, where Rollins students were able to spend their afternoon giving back to the community.
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BOSTON — What took place recently in a South End shop was a customer's dream evening. Imagine paying $35 for a wine tasting with small plates, while a DJ spins hip-hop, and a roomful of 50 strangers soon turns into a party.
"Two Chefs and a Microphone" was the first wine tasting event for the new The Urban Grape location on Columbus Avenue, which opened last month. Billed as a battle of "Old School versus New School," the evening featured wines paired with dishes crafted by Michael Scelfo of Russell House Tavern in Harvard Square and Seth Morrison of The Gallows, also in the South End. "We always said we wanted a wine bar to create community for our long-term clientele," says Hadley Douglas, co-owner of the shop with her husband, TJ. The couple own another location in Chestnut Hill.


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Resurrecting Your Marriage
- Thursday, June 12, 2003
A marriage is like a physical body. A healthy body needs a regular and balanced input of diet, exercise, and rest. Without these life-giving factors, over a period of time, deterioration and disease will eventually settle in – death is bound to follow. If a marriage is to succeed, certain life-giving factors – resurrection factors – should be downloaded in a regular and balanced way over a lifetime. So what are God's resurrection factors that we need on a regular basis if we are going to grow and enjoy the marriage to which God has called us?
Resurrection Factor One: God Himself
The first resurrection factor is God Himself. This may sound self-evident, but it bears repeating. "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth" (Genesis 1:1). "He who forms the mountains, creates the wind, and reveals His thoughts to man, He who turns dawn to darkness, and treads the high places of the earth – the LORD God Almighty is His name" (Amos 4:13).
Before God created marriage (Gen. 1:26-28; 2:18-25), He created the entire universe (Gen. 1:1-25). The God of the material universe is the God of the marriage covenant. Marriage is a part of something much larger than itself. And until a married couple comes to this realization, their marriage will tend to be self-focused, looking inward rather than upward and outward.
Resurrection Factor Two: The Word of God
The one true God has made Himself known through His Word, the Holy Bible: "All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work" (2 Tim. 3:16-17).
God's Holy Word not only reveals what the God of the universe is really like, but also how we can know Him in a personal way. And beyond this, His Word directs us into His perfect blueprint for marriage. Without His Word, we would not know where to begin in our marriages, let alone how to grow and enjoy them.
Resurrection Factor Three: The Church of God
The one true God, who has revealed Himself through His Holy Scriptures, is building a community of believers where marriages can thrive and glorify Him. Jesus said, " … I will build My Church and the gates of Hades will not overpower it" (Matt. 16:18).
Marriage may begin with a single man and woman, but if it is to grow and mature, it should find its way into a living expression of the body of Christ, the Church of the living God. Lone Ranger marriages, like Lone Ranger Christians, tend to eventually suffer shipwreck in regard to their faith.
Before the Apostle Paul laid out His divinely-inspired directions for Christian marriages and families (Eph. 5:22-6:4), he grounded marriage and family in the Spirit-filled, worshipping community of God (Eph. 5:18-21): "And do not get drunk with wine, for that is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit, speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord; always giving thanks for all things in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to God, even the Father; submitting to one another in the fear of Christ."
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Can You Help Me Get Over My Fear of the Pressure Cooker?
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Q: I am scared to death of my pressure cooker. My first use of my pressure cooker produced stiff, gummy, unchewable venison swimming in flavorless broth. My husband now grimaces at the memory of the Valentine's Day Venison Turned Pizza Night. Can you help me get over my fears of the dreaded pressure cooker?
I am fearful of the pressure and accidentally blowing a hole through the ceiling of my kitchen with the lid. And secondly, I am fearful of a repeat performance of the inedible venison. I really think the pressure cooker would help me put a meal on the table in considerably less time after a long day at work, so I'd love any advice you or your readers might have!
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Editor: Beth, I also felt apprehensive about using a pressure cooker before I started using one, but now I can't imagine weeknight cooking without it! Reading a reliable pressure cooker cookbook will help you get over some of your safety fears, and give you some tasty recipes to try.
Here's a cookbook that we recommend, as well The Kitchn's introduction to using a pressure cooker:
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I rue the day I bought the America's Test Kitchen cookbook for the pressure cooker - I think many of their recommendations are plain wrong, their cooking times seem waaay off, and the whole thing is so meat-centered that it seems quite old-fashioned. So, no love there, and if you look at the Amazon reviews, you'll see that I am not the only one to think so.
So - what to do? There is a wonderful resource page at the site "Dad cooks dinner" that lists all the manufacturers' free, downloadable recipe booklets - those are often good starting points. There are a number of blogs dedicated to pressure cooking, e.g. "Hip Pressure Cooking" and "Pressure Cooking Today".
Most importantly, try stuff - basically, you want to learn some techniques so you can adapt your recipes to pressure cooking. (At least for me, that has worked better than trying out special pressure cooking recipes - I rarely like them.) Take notes on cooking times, so that you'll know what to adjust next time.
And stay away from that ATK book. Really.
The reason your pressure cooker venison was flavorless and tough is two-fold.
The first mistake is adding too much liquid - the pressure cooker has a very low evaporation rate (like just on tablespoon for every 10 minutes of cooking vs about a cup of evaporation in an uncovered pot). This can be easily fixed by decreasing the cooking liquid significantly. You can even go as low as your cooker's minimum requirement (which is usually a cup) - check your manual to make sure.
The second mistake is over-cooking. The pressure cooker infuses flavors up to a point, after that point the food is over-cooked and the meat becomes tough and tasteless because all of the juices have been squeezed into the cooking liquid - making a delicious stock (if there wasn't too much water ; ) To avoid do this, look at the cooking time chart that came with your pressure cooker - or a good one online.
Avoid disappointment, next time, by following a trusted established recipe - so you get a feel for how your pressure cooker works before improvising with your own recipes.
Today's pressure cookers are nearly fool-proof. I say nearly because the only way to get into trouble is to NOT read the manual and do some of the things they say NOT to do.
Read your pressure cooker's instruction manual carefully and heed the manufacturer's warnings!
I love my pressure cooker, and I too had to get over the "exploding disaster" fear. A really great resource for getting started is "Pressure Perfect" by Lorna Sass, she has very handy tips and tricks for grains, beans, meat and so on. Frankly I use mine primarily for grains and beans (especially chickpeas) but that means its on my stove 2-3 times a week. I just found a fantastic Columbian chicken stew recipe on Serious Eats that may change my mind about cooking meat in the pressure cooker. Give it another try, I think you'll find it's worth it!
I have the ATK book, what a waste. Two recipes I made from it were a total faliure - Chicken & Rice which turned the rice into gruel and then the Pork Vindaloo burned the base of my pc so badly that it took me a week to get all the black off.
I'm really disappointed and now highly suspect of anything ATK puts *ever* succeeding in my pc.
C'mon The Kitchn - read and try the books you recommend, don't just photograph a few pages and talk about who would like to read it.
The chicken and rice recipe you tried failed because chicken and rice are two ingredients with different liquid needs and cooking times. I wrote a "perfect" pressure cooker chicken and rice recipe and in the description leading to the recipe there is information that will clarify why the recipe you tried didn't work:
I don't have an equally stunning Vindaloo recipe to share, but I read the recipe and it burned your pressure cooker because their recipe calls for thickening the liquid before pressure cooking. This is a big NO-NO because thickened liquid cannot freely boil and generate steam so the cooker can't reach or maintain pressure and the sauce stays at the bottom of the cooker, scorching.
I love my Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker (pictured in the article). I never have the fear of exploding food when I am using it. I use it to make beans of any kind with no soaking required. I love it for making Split Pea and Lentil soups on the fly. Rice is a breeze. It is now my most used kitchen appliance. My poor slow cooker is now collecting dust in its cabinet.
I am so thankful for my pressure cooker. Use the little booklet that I am sure you got with your cooker, and also go to trusted websites, such as hip pressure cooking and this site: http://www.pressurecookingtoday.com which has some great recipes for new users! I hope you enjoy your PC as much as I do mine.
Modern pressure cookers have complicated systems of venting that release pressure if it starts getting too high. From the elves at Wikipedia:
Early pressure cookers equipped with only a primary safety valve risked explosion from food blocking the release valve. On modern pressure cookers, food residues blocking the steam vent or the liquid boiling dry will trigger additional safety devices. Modern pressure cookers sold from reputable manufacturers have sufficient safety features to prevent the pressure cooker itself from exploding. When excess pressure is released by a safety mechanism, debris of food being cooked may also be ejected with the steam — which is loud and forceful. This can be avoided if the pressure cooker is regularly cleaned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and never overfilled with food and/or liquid.
Another who loves her PC and rarely uses a slow cooker anymore. With some experience you'll quickly get over your fears and learn that PCs turn out wonderful food, with minimal time and effort. If you have a reliable stovetop one, or my preferred, electric, they truly are safe these days with multiple layers of built-in safeguards.
This is probably my favorite PC recipe, pulled pork, better than most restaurants: http://www.instructables.com/id/Pressure-Cooker-Pulled-Pork/
My 2nd favorite PC recipe, Caramelized Carrot Soup, make this simple, beyond delicious, soup and you'll love your PC immediately!: http://www.instructables.com/id/Caramelized-Carrot-Soup/
Some cookbooks I recommend, from beginner to more advanced:
Great Food Fast, one of the best pot roast recipes around: http://www.amazon.com/Presents-Wardens-Ultimate-Pressure-Recipes/dp/1934193798/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1391574572&sr=1-1&keywords=pressure+cooker+cookbook
The Easy Pressure Cooker Cookbook: truly great resource for general times and trusted recipes: http://www.amazon.com/Easy-Pressure-Cooker-Cookbook/dp/0811872564/ref=sr_1_8?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1391574572&sr=1-8&keywords=pressure+cooker+cookbook
Lots of recipes to choose from in this book: http://www.amazon.com/Big-Book-Pressure-Cooker-Recipes/dp/1440561990/ref=sr_1_32?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1391575706&sr=1-32&keywords=pressure+cooker+cookbook
Another great beginner recipe is making chicken (beef or vegetable) stock; fast, flavorful, easy to use immediately, or freeze, you'll find that recipe alone is worth the $100 for a pressure cooker (I also have the Cuisinart pictured above, if I were to buy a new one today I might opt for the Breville.)
My other favorite uses are: the easiest peeling hard boiled eggs ever (including farm fresh eggs), macaroni and cheese, fast cooking beets, cooking regular or sweet potatoes for mashing, baked beans, bean soups, red beans and rice, etc. etc. Good luck!
I agree with Mary and Adonis respectively, Pressure Cooker Perfection isn't the best choice for a novice pressure cooker user (ironically, the minute I read the chicken and rice recipe that Adonis tried, I knew it involved too little water and my electric pressure cooker would automatically turn off, and sure enough, I was right, it turned off 3 - 4 minutes after reaching pressure) and I'd recommend Pressure Perfect instead. Lorna Sass is THE best authority on pressure cooking out there, bar none.
Read the book, follow the instructions and then banish all fear. Just make up your mind not to be afraid. RELAX!
There are a couple of books published in the UK that are really very good, if you don''t mind weighing instead of measuring. The Pressure Cooker Recipe Book by Suzanne Gibbs, and The Pressure Cooker Cookbook by Catherine Phipps. I would highly recommend both, the recipes actually work and are for food you'd want to eat. Sorry I can't post links but I'm posting from an ipad and the pages keep refreshing when I switch tabs.
I think Electric Pressure Cookers and Stove Top Pressure Cookers are two different animals. Most Stove Tops leak steam and water levels may change the cooking times and possible texture of the food as well. Electric Presure Cookers loose almost no water.
Recipies for Presure cookers might be great for stove cookers but not electric ones. Therfore water levels and cooking times might be different. In my unprofessional opinion :)
You could try the receipe for pressure cooker risotto here on the kitchn. It was one of the first things I made with my pressure cooker and it turned out perfect. I also prepare beans in the pressure cooker, and I am slowly getting to more elaborate things. I've only owned my pressure cooker for three of four months, but I use it at least once a week, because preparing meals takes so little time with it... I've never burned anything with it, btw.
I have a pressure cooker in my cupboard for over 10 years and it's practically new. I don't know why I don't use it more often because the 2-3 recipes I did make years ago turned out great. Time for me to break it out and make some of these great recipes. Thanks for reminding me about my PC.
You're right, but in that case, I would expect the electric pressure cookers to have more watery food, not to run out of water altogether and shut off to protect themselves (running a PC with insufficient water can damage it). Apparently, ATK themselves experienced this problem - in the electric pressure cooker section, they complained that at least one of the units turned itself off repeatedly, but they didn't get that wasn't a bug, that was a feature to prevent damage to the unit, and they weren't diagnosing the problem correctly.
But in the case of ATK's chicken and rice recipe, I don't see how it would work properly in ANY pressure cooker, even stovetop models. 1 1/2 cups of rice, only 2 cups of liquid, on high pressure for 15 minutes. In my experience, rice will absorb almost all that water in about the first 3 minutes under pressure, and probably all of it in about another minute. Sure the vegetables and the chicken will release some liquid, but not fast enough to compensate for the liquid absorbed by the rice.
Our pressure cooker is a canning staple. The only way to get low salt, low sugar preserves without freezing them.
Many people want nothing to do with their fear. They just wish it would go away, so they stuff it down and try to ignore it. Pressure cookers have been under increased scrutiny since they were used to make homemade. They claim that electric pressure cookers will overcook unless you ignore the built-in timer.


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