We have been enjoying eating ice cream since around 400 B.C. The origins of frozen confections can be traced back to at least the 4th century B.C. In the Roman empire, Nero had ice brought down from the mountains, mixed with fruit and served as a treat. In China, King Tang, mixed milk and ice for his frozen treat. When European explorers visited China they most likely brought the idea back with them and it spread throughout the known world.
By 1700, ice cream was being served to important people in the United States. Presidents George Washington and Thomas Jefferson are said to have presented it to their dinner guests. One of the earliest written records is from Governor Bladen of Maryland who definitely enjoyed frozen sweets. As the years progressed, the process moved toward being more commercially prepared. In 1774, Philip Lenzi a caterer from London ran advertising stating that he had frozen confections for sale. Even Dolly Madison served it in 1812.
The first commercially made home ice cream makers appeared around 1846. Nancy Johnson filed the first patent on a hand-cranked freezer that made use of the same fundamental method that we still use today. In 1848, another similar patent was filed by Willing Young. Ice cream production on a larger scale was off and running and has continued to grow throughout the years.
Just a few years later, in 1851, Jacob Fussell of Baltimore, Maryland opened a full-scale plant to bring frozen treats to people throughout America. As time went on, molds and scoopers specifically designed for serving were developed. Once refrigeration moved away from ice blocks and into mechanical workings, ice cream became more accessible both through larger businesses and at home! In fact, this is the time that restaurants started to expand their dessert menu with this treat.
Today, we have the benefit of small, home ice cream makers that are economical, easy to use and make fantastic batches of the frozen confection we all love! Home makers come in all price ranges and many different types. Investigating the type of unit that is right for you can save you money and work in the long run. In particular, the choice in these units lies with rather you would like to have a self-freezing unit in the machine or if you are content leaving the bowl in your freezer. Either unit makes wonderful ice cream, gelato, frozen drinks, and just about any other kind of frozen dessert you can think up.
Sunday, September 8, 2013
10 Tips to a Healthy Football Season
From the word go, the Football season seems provide a plethora of reasons to eat badly. It starts near Labor Day, and goes right on past to New Years. Typically during this time of year our eating habits include food and drinks that are so delicious, yet carry negative effects.
How can you enjoy the season, yet not have to buy new jeans at the end of it? Below are 10 ideas that could possibly help you reach that goal. They may seem like no brainers, but if you take heed you will survive another year without moving to the next waist size. Enjoy the season.
1. First things first, don't even think about dieting during the holiday season. That is, don't start a new diet. Your biggest goal during our most favorite season is to maintain your weight. This way you can partake in your favorite beverage and snacks without any guilt.
2. Another good way to avoid packin' on the pudge is to stay seated, and far away from the food table.
3. Something simple and delicious. I would recommend bringing a light dip with either multigrain or wheat bread, so you have something that is somewhat healthy to munch on. There is a company (I think it has the title of chef in its name) that sells dips and breads that anyone can make, and are a healthy alternative to normal snacks. Just ask your wife, girlfriend, or any woman where you can find a beer bread mix.
4. The beverages tend to favorites for many during this time of year, so be wise in your selection. If you must have a mixed drink, try something like a clear liquor and diet soda, a light or ultra light beer, or even a nice glass of wine. I know wine doesn't scream manly, but it is an alternative. Remember this shouldn't be painful, just well thought-out.
5. Good or bad, football games tend to be lengthy, use this to your advantage, and take part in the eating and drinking at a slow pace. The slower your intake, the better chance you will fit in those size 38's come spring time.
6. Chase the kids, or take a walk, whatever it is, make sure you keep up on some type of activity other than couch coaching, and channel surfing. Winter time is hard enough for many people with the cold and darkness, so some activity will help you gain or maintain physical and mental acuity.
7. Eat at home before you head to the football stadium, or over a buddies house. This should help prevent a complete submersion in to the food and drinks. Believe me when I tell you, you will feel much better knowing you don't have to drive home with your pants unbuttoned.
8. Eat some chicken wings, not the entire chicken. I think that's clear, and best of all it applies to all food! And anyway, who wants to get stains all over their new Vikings jersey.
9. If you have the chance to host a football game, stack the odds on your side by putting veggies, and light snacks out rather than the pizza and wings. I mean really, do we as men pay any attention to what we eat while we are watching a game? So long as the drinks are cold, and our food crunches, we are in heaven.
10. This rule applies all year long. Avoid the quick drive through experience. Think about your food and make choices based on your brain rather than your stomach. It's hard, but it works.
How can you enjoy the season, yet not have to buy new jeans at the end of it? Below are 10 ideas that could possibly help you reach that goal. They may seem like no brainers, but if you take heed you will survive another year without moving to the next waist size. Enjoy the season.
1. First things first, don't even think about dieting during the holiday season. That is, don't start a new diet. Your biggest goal during our most favorite season is to maintain your weight. This way you can partake in your favorite beverage and snacks without any guilt.
2. Another good way to avoid packin' on the pudge is to stay seated, and far away from the food table.
3. Something simple and delicious. I would recommend bringing a light dip with either multigrain or wheat bread, so you have something that is somewhat healthy to munch on. There is a company (I think it has the title of chef in its name) that sells dips and breads that anyone can make, and are a healthy alternative to normal snacks. Just ask your wife, girlfriend, or any woman where you can find a beer bread mix.
4. The beverages tend to favorites for many during this time of year, so be wise in your selection. If you must have a mixed drink, try something like a clear liquor and diet soda, a light or ultra light beer, or even a nice glass of wine. I know wine doesn't scream manly, but it is an alternative. Remember this shouldn't be painful, just well thought-out.
5. Good or bad, football games tend to be lengthy, use this to your advantage, and take part in the eating and drinking at a slow pace. The slower your intake, the better chance you will fit in those size 38's come spring time.
6. Chase the kids, or take a walk, whatever it is, make sure you keep up on some type of activity other than couch coaching, and channel surfing. Winter time is hard enough for many people with the cold and darkness, so some activity will help you gain or maintain physical and mental acuity.
7. Eat at home before you head to the football stadium, or over a buddies house. This should help prevent a complete submersion in to the food and drinks. Believe me when I tell you, you will feel much better knowing you don't have to drive home with your pants unbuttoned.
8. Eat some chicken wings, not the entire chicken. I think that's clear, and best of all it applies to all food! And anyway, who wants to get stains all over their new Vikings jersey.
9. If you have the chance to host a football game, stack the odds on your side by putting veggies, and light snacks out rather than the pizza and wings. I mean really, do we as men pay any attention to what we eat while we are watching a game? So long as the drinks are cold, and our food crunches, we are in heaven.
10. This rule applies all year long. Avoid the quick drive through experience. Think about your food and make choices based on your brain rather than your stomach. It's hard, but it works.
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