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By Yana Mikheeva Is it truth that sweets can be seasonal, like kinds of sport or cloth? Yes, they can. In winter it's time for us to pass to all that dishes, we refused to eat in summer: thick, hot, nourishing and hearty. What we need to eat in winter All fruit with vitamin C – it strengthens immunity and prevent from colds, give forces to us, tones up and cheers you up, like tea or coffee. Plenty of vitamin A is vital, as it controls our good adaptation to long gloaming and short light day, moreover, it makes our skin elastic, able to resist cold and freeze. So, we generously add citrus juices, rich in vitamin C, or black-currant syrup in all desserts. Sea-buckthorn juice contains a lot of carotenes (provitamin A). Yolks contain natural vitamin A. Immune system needs a lot of protein – it produces antibodies of proteins, protecting us from flu and bugs. Milk, cream, sour cream are excellent sources of protein. All hot dishes help nutritive materials to be complet

This time of year we need to enjoy warm comforting food that is quick and convenient to prepare, while being nutritious and delicious. Meatball soups are a great way for weight loss surgery (WLS) patients to enjoy a nutritious tasty meal with easily digested protein. Here are two very good quick soup recipes that take advantage of pantry staples and ready-made fully cooked chicken meatballs from the freezer. Enjoy! Chicken-Meatball Mexican Soup Ingredients: 1 package fully cooked chicken meatballs (from the freezer case) 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 medium onions, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 (4-ounce) can green chilies, chopped 2 (15-ounce) cans Italian-style stewed tomatoes, chopped, reserving the juice 8 cups chicken stock 1 tablespoon chili powder 2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon hot sauce or to taste salt and pepper to taste Garnish: Chopped cilantro low-carb tortilla strips Avocado cubes Sour cream Pickled Jalapeno Monterey Jack cheese Preheat oven to

The variety of Chinese food dishes and Chinese food recipes available today is wider than in any previous decade. One can easily find Chinese food recipes for Chop Suey, which is not an authentic Chinese dish, along side of Hunan Beef. It is interesting to note that what many refer to as Chow Mein noodles is really a simpler crunchy version of the real thing. In centuries past when the Chinese still used forks and knives is when the foundation for modern day Chinese cooking was formed. This is back when the cutting techniques and delicate flavors came together to form healthy hearty meals. This is also when the three primary Chinese cooking techniques were formed. The first Chinese cooking technique is stewing. Stewing can be either red or clear and is the simplest of the three methods. In clear stewing the clear liquid is brought to a boil and then allowed to simmer until the food is just tender. In red stewing a small amount of sugar and soy sauce is added which gives

By Jennifer Wasilewski If your looking for a great gift for someone with a sophisticated palate, gourmet chocolates can be the answer for you. Gourmet chocolates offer excellent solutions for any gift giving occasions. This holiday ditch the mass produced chocolates in the candy aisle at your local grocery and opt for the real stuff to put a smile on the faces of friends and family alike. Why go gourmet? Gourmet chocolate delivers a taste not achieved by mass producers of chocolates. Because gourmet chocolate it produced on a smaller scale by professional chocolate makers, often referred to as chocolatiers, the overall quality is far better than those produced in mass quantities by larger companies. In many cases, each piece of gourmet chocolate is hand crafted making them unique and scrumptious pieces of artwork to be appreciated by the eyes and the palate. Since gourmet chocolates are hand crafted they are easily made to reflect differen

As homes and kitchens get larger, it's easy to attempt to pack as much as possible into them. But designing a floor plan that fits everything in with enough elbowroom for everyone in can be a difficult task. An efficient, well-designed floor plan can set the stage for an inviting, stylish and comfortable space that functions smoothly. There are several basic kitchen layouts to choose when designing a kitchen with a triangle in mind. There are L-shaped kitchens, Galley kitchen, U-shaped kitchen, Peninsula, corridor and organically shaped kitchens. However, factors like the size and shape of the actual room can limit your options. Considering the kitchen work triangle will help you create a design that works! The "work triangle" is defined by the National Kitchen and Bath Association as an imaginary straight line drawn from the center of the sink, to the center of the cook top, to the center of the refrigerator and finally back to the sink. The NKBA suggests

If you aren't in the mood for beef or need a meal with no meat in it, the following are three recipes you can use with your crockpot. Recipe #1 - VEGETABLES ITALIAN-STYLE 1 teaspoon salt 1 medium eggplant, cut in 1" cubes 2 to 3 medium zucchini, halved & sliced 1/2" 1 large onion, sliced thinly 12 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 plum tomatoes, sliced 1/4" thick 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded 2 cups tomato sauce 1 teaspoon oregano salt and pepper, to taste Toss eggplant and zucchini with the 1 teaspoon of salt. Place in a large colander over a bowl to drain for about 1 hour. Drain and squeeze excess moisture out. In a large skillet over medium heat, saute onion, eggplant, zucchini, and mushrooms until slightly tender. In the slow cooker/Crock Pot, layer 1/3 of the vegetables (including sliced tomatoes), 1/3 of the the tomato sauce. and 1/3 of the cheese. Sprinkle with oregano, salt and pepper. Repeat layering 2 more

By Fran Mullens Green tea ice cream is ice cream made from certain types of green tea powder usually from matcha or maccha. This delicacy has its roots in Japan. Japanese ice cream distributors market varieties of this treat based on the specific green tea type from which it was made. The Japanese sometimes serve their ice cream in a rather unusual way. Sometimes it is served in a bowl, similar to the way it is served in the west, but they also serve green tea ice cream in between monaka. Monaka is a Japanese sweet that is made with two sweet wafers that is then filled with a paste. In Japan, these wafers are filled with green tea ice cream making a delicious treat similar to what we know as an ice cream sandwich. This delicacy is made with many of the traditional ice cream ingredients such as egg yolks, sugar, and water. Both cream and milk are usually included in a recipe for green tea ice cream. As the main ingredient, tea powder, derived from either maccha or matcha

By Shawn Woods There are a lot of ways that you can learn when you want to know how to cook pork. Depending on what pork recipe you like you will have to find a recipe for it. The recipe will tell you how to cook pork for that particular dish. You just need to make sure that the temperature of the pork is 160 degrees F. for it to be considered done. Here are some tips that you want to follow when you are cooking pork. One: When you are cooking thicker cuts of meat or roast you want to make sure that you cook it for 30 minutes per pound at 350 degrees F. The time you cook it will depend on how many pounds it is so you will have to do some simple math to figure out the correct cooking time. Two: No matter what you are cooking or how long it takes to cook it you want to make sure that the internal temperature is 160 degrees F. When you are cooking thinner cuts of pork this will happen faster than it would for thicker cuts of meat. It will also happen faster if you are cooki

Amish bread is wonderful, and well worth the time it takes to make it. In this article you'll find three different versions of amish friendship bread, including the bread starter recipe. Recipe #1 - Amish Bread Starter 2/3 c. sugar 2/3 c. milk 2/3 c. flour 2/3 c. oil 3 eggs 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. vanilla 1 to 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1 c. sugar 2 c. flour 1 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda Combine ingredients in large airtight container with lid. Store at room temperature, do not refrigerate. Stir every day for 17 days. The recipe makes more than the 1 cup needed. But allows for evaporation. Now the starter is ready. For the next 10 days handle starter according to the following instructions. Day 1, receive the starter Day 2, 3 & 4 - stir Day 5, Add 1 cup each flour, sugar and milk. Day 6 & 7, stir Day 8 & 9, stir Day 10, Add 1 cup flour, sugar and milk. Divide into 3 containers of 1 cup each for friends. After removing the 3 cups of batter, mix in

By Terry Pinto It would not be wrong to state that self catering cottages are gaining huge popularity these days. So much so that they have left guest houses and hotels a fair distance back in the popularity charts. There are several reasons that combine to make self catering cottages a really hot proposition. For starters, they are fairly cost-effective and can be availed by people with average income. Then they are available in different sizes allowing families as well as couples to enjoy few days of sheer bliss. They are also studded with all the amenities that can make one's stay enjoyable. Self catering cottages are especially helpful for people who plan an outing with their kids. They stand to get considerable peace with the freedom to cook food at any time of the day. The cottages have all the comforts which would not allow anyone to miss his home even for a second. Usually, these cottages are set in less urbanised areas, and they have an attraction of their ow

By Dan Adlam Teenagers are encouraged to drink milk to grow strong bones, but can milk cause adverse effects on the body? Many Dermatologists to some degree believe milk and other dairy products could possibly be linked to acne. The Journal of American Academy of Dermatology reported skim milk and acne have a connection. They tested 47,335 women in a health study to see if acne and milk were related. They asked these women about what milk they drank as well as if they had severe acne as a teenager or not. The results from the research showed women who drank two or more servings of skim milk each day were 44% more likely to suffer from cystic and nodule acne. Women who drank over two glasses of skim milk each day were 22% more likely to have suffered from severe acne than those who drank one glass serving a day. From this data, the researchers were able to make a positive connection between acne and milk. The Journal of American Academy of Dermatology reported that the r

Food has been proven to do one of three things for your skin: 1) Cause acne breakouts 2) Fight acne breakouts and reduce existing acne 3) Neither cause or fight acne (neutral) As I found out after many years of suffering from acne, food was the answer, or least much of the answer for clear skin and an end to my disfiguring acne. The most important thing I did to clear my acne was to avoid certain foods proven to cause acne. The main food to avoid, and that had a dramatic effect on my skin, is vegetable oil. Vegetable oil causes major hormonal imbalance, and major acne breakouts. When I stopped eating vegetable oil my skin improved vastly. It seems vegetable oil was the cause for my cystic acne. So what food contains vegetable oil? Cooking oils are commonly vegetable oils, and you should not use these in your cooking. Junk food often contains a lot of vegetable oil, and so should be minimized or cut out completely. Some sauces and pesto contain vegetable oil. You shou

The utility of health food cannot be overstated. It is mandatory for the nourishment of the body and goes a long way in helping one lead a healthy life. No wonder then that the market these days are overflowing with a variety of quality health food, and one name that is among the most popular in this regard is Solgar. An award winning company, it has carved a niche for itself in the world of health food. It is known for producing high quality and a wide variety of vitamin and nutritional supplements. Their efforts have been praised all around, with them bagging quite a few important awards across the globe. What makes Solgar special is the fact that in spite of cutthroat competition amongst competitors, it has distanced itself from cheap market practices and gimmicks, concentrating solely on producing quality stuff which would bring complete satisfaction to its clients. It serves a classic example for all those who say that they have to compromise on quality because of ma

By Melanie R. Craig Chinese food. It's certainly tasty enough, but is it healthy? In these modern days of looking good and feeling good this is a question that might often be on the lips of anyone who has just devoured an egg fu yung. Well the answer to the question is that, yes, authentic Chinese cooking is very healthy. In fact the Chinese diet might be one of the healthiest in the world. Sadly the same can not be said about the meals prepared at some Chinese restaurants or take-aways, where the food is often prepared with highly saturated fats and the meat used in the preparation of the recipes is not exactly of the leanest cut. The meals prepared in establishments like this are neither authentic, or healthy. Although they might very well be extremely tasty. But at what cost to the diners health? Good, authentic - and healthy - Chinese food is prepared and cooked with poly-unsaturated oils and has no use for dairy ingredients such as cream, butter, or cheese. Mea

Looking for a great Italian meatball recipe? Wrap your lips around this one. The Best Meatball Recipe Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less. Ingredients 1 pound combined beef, veal, pork (must be fresh) 3 large eggs 1 cup grated Romano Locatelli Cheese 1 cup bread crumb 1 clove garlic - minced 1 tablespoon salt Preparation (All mixing is done be hand) In a large bowl mix beef/veal/pork with eggs. Then add bread crumb, cheese, and salt. Finally add minced garlic in stages. Add a little then mix. Add some more, then mix. This way all the garlic does not end up in one meatball. Now, it's time to roll up the balls. Average size is roughly 2 inches in diameter. I usually get around 18 to 20 meatballs per pound. IMPORTANT! Do not cook meatballs in your pasta sauce! Meatballs cooked in sauce loose their flavor. The real key to a tasty meatball is cooking the them in an oven. So, heat oven to 375. Place meatballs on a rack - then on a cookie tray. Bake for 12 minutes

By Edgar Dapremont One of my hobbies is I enjoy cooking and finding new and exciting recipes. I learned how to cook from my mother in New Orleans. She taught me to make wonderful main dishes, desserts, salads, and beverages. During the holiday season, she always had enough food to feed the neighborhood. We had a big family but she always had too much food. I am forever grateful for all I learned from her. As we approach the holiday season, this is a favorite drink that we prepare every year for our Christmas party. This is a recipe which you want to think ahead and prepare in anticipation of your parties. This beverage is best served cold. I rarely see any guest drinking this beverage hot, but I am sure if you zap it in the microwave it will taste just as good. this is a potent beverage which if you are not careful, you will definitely need a designated driver. I am not a drinker myself, but friends tell me this can sneak up on you because it tastes so good and goes dow

By Shawn Woods When you want to cook shrimp but have never done it before you will need to know how to cook shrimp. There are many ways that you can use when cooking shrimp. The way that you choose will depend on the way that you like to do it. You can find out very easily how to cook shrimp when you look on the internet or buy a cookbook about shrimp. However, here is how to cook shrimp to help you get started. One thing before you learn how to cook shrimp is that you want to buy shrimp that is frozen with their shells still on if you can. You don't have to but the shells will help to protect the meat of the shrimp and add more flavor to it. You can either cook the shrimp with their shells off or leave the shells on and then remove them after you have cooked them. I am going to tell you how to cook a pound of shrimp so if you want to cook less or more than a pound you will have to find out how. It will be pretty much the same for all batches of shrimp, you will jus

You might have found lots of databases on Italian cooking through the Internet and be excited about trying to delve into the world of parmagiana, pesto, and pasta. It would be useful to have on hand some basic ingredients that are found in lots of Italian cooking. By that way, you will be able to serve your Italian food most days without having to do an extensive grocery shop. Lets look at the ingredients that you need to have in your grocery list. Garlic: This may sound like a cliché to you, but this modest bulb has its own place in all Italian kitchens. Keep garlic in a dry and cool place, such as a pantry or root cellar. Look for bulbs with no discoloration on the bottom when buying garlic as these discolorations indicate moulding and age. Tomato Sauce: You do not have to buy the expensive tomato sauce. The national brand or house brand at your nearby local grocery store will be fine in your Italian dish. Local made tomato sauce does not affect the taste of your Italia

By Natalie Schloesser Remember back to the first time on your own; you moved into your own place and took with you numerous hand-me-downs from your parent's house. As time passes, you replace each piece one at a time, moving ahead with your own things. However, it seems that recently there's been a lot of buzz as to why you may not want to buy a new crock pot. I've been reading a lot of crock pot cooking forums lately and there seems to be a common thread; many people are discouraged from cooking with their new crock pots. Why is this? What has come to pass to make newer crock pots more frustrating to cook with than older crock pots? I saw so many posts claiming that people had returned their new crock pot and dug out the one from their grandmother, or went rummaging around to thrift shops and garage sales to find a "good old crock pot" for $5 or less. And yet, many of those people don't realize that there's an excellent reason why your slow

By Robin OBrien The Sunbeam 5891 is a cheap bread machine which looks nice and comes with enough cycles to keep all but the most serious bread makers happy. It's easy to use and can produce nice loaves of bread; however, it does have some problems. Whether you want to buy one will depend on how big a deal you think they are. The overall look of the Sunbeam bread maker is pleasing and it comes with enough features and at a price tag that makes buying it an attractive proposition for many. First off, its footprint is actually smaller than other, more expensive models, like the Breadman bread machine. It measures; 14.5" from front to back, 10" in width, and stands just less than 12" in height. The window is of a generous size and the control panel and buttons are large. The Sunbeam 5891 bread maker comes with the cycles you would expect. There are 12 in all; basic, French, whole wheat, sweet, ExpressBake (), quick bread, dough only, cake, sandwich, jam, g

Try this delicious meatball appetizer recipe for Christmas or New Year. Not only does it have many uses and for all kinds of parties and gatherings, but kids love them too. They go nuts for the taste and because it's fun to pick up food with a toothpick. And then of course, adults love them because who doesn't love meatballs? And you can serve them over pasta or rice or serve them as an appetizer. Don't forget that meatballs are easy to make and you can make them ahead of time to save you some trouble down the road. Perfect for Christmas, New Years and the Superbowl! What you need: - 12-ounce package of sausage (ground) - 1 pound of ground beef - 1 egg - 1 Tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce - 1/3 cup of bread crumbs (dried) - Seasoning to taste (you pick) - Chili Sauce - Grape jelly This is so easy to make it's almost criminal. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. First, mix all of the above ingredients thoroughly. Get your hands dirty and dig in to make

Please read through my top 10 favourite restaurants around the island of Lanzarote and please also feel free to go and try them for yourselves! Almacen De Sal - Situated right on the sea front promenade in the centre of Playa Blanca, this restaurant is my favourite. This restaurant used to be an old salt repository so has bags of character and charm. The service is second to none as is the cuisine. There is an extensive menu to choose from and I have many favourites on the menu including the onion soup, advocado with prawns, Steaks, fish, paella, to name but a few! This restaurant also has live piano music and is very child friendly yet also romantic. Restaurante Playa Quemada - Playa Quemada. We would definately recommend this restaurant if you are prepared to go a little off the beaten track! From Playa Blanca is it just after Yaiza and there is a right turn that takes you down to Playa Quemada. Don't wear your high heels as the car park leaves a little to be desire

Your brain is a phenomenal power center considering the multitude of tasks it performs - and it never takes a rest. Even while sleeping it works to keep all vital systems operating and supports your essential brain functions including dreams. Your brain like the rest of your body is affected by the level of nutrition in your food and drink. Liquor may make you tipsy, and like junk food can damage your brain in the long run. If you choose poor nutrition, it may increase unstable oxygen molecules called free radicals. Free radicals can damage your brain cells and dull your overall thinking ability. However raw food nutrition, especially organic fruit and vegetables , can help protect your brain cells and your thinking /memory abilities. They contain good amounts of vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps in reducing the damage caused by free radical toxins. In ancient times, people's thinking abilities were also protected by regular consumption of healthy fats such as oliv

By Fran Mullens Green tea ice cream is ice cream made from certain types of green tea powder usually from matcha or maccha. This delicacy has its roots in Japan. Japanese ice cream distributors market varieties of this treat based on the specific green tea type from which it was made. The Japanese sometimes serve their ice cream in a rather unusual way. Sometimes it is served in a bowl, similar to the way it is served in the west, but they also serve green tea ice cream in between monaka. Monaka is a Japanese sweet that is made with two sweet wafers that is then filled with a paste. In Japan, these wafers are filled with green tea ice cream making a delicious treat similar to what we know as an ice cream sandwich. This delicacy is made with many of the traditional ice cream ingredients such as egg yolks, sugar, and water. Both cream and milk are usually included in a recipe for green tea ice cream. As the main ingredient, tea powder, derived from either maccha or matcha

By Ajeet Khurana Kitchen remodeling is high on the list of many home owners' renovation plans. The reason for this is that a kitchen is the most commonly used area of the house, and it is also the one room in the house that ages faster than any other in terms of interior design. Outdated appliances or even cupboard door knobs can decrease the aesthetic appeal of a kitchen faster than outdated furniture will in any other room. Updating your kitchen can be a simple and easy task depending on what parts of your kitchen you are updating. When you are considering a kitchen remodel, you may also want to consider implementing a pest control system in your kitchen. The reason for this is that because the kitchen is the heart of the home it also carries with it the most appealing features for pesky pests. Pests and rodents are motivated by the sensuous smells coming out of the heart of your home. Where the food is will be where the pests are. If you want to consider some kitch

If you think sweet potatoes are only for Thanksgiving, you're missing out on one of nature's most versatile foods! Try these easy, delicious recipes and you'll change your mind. Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins and minerals, and are such a pretty color that they dress up any table or party buffet. Sweet potato salads make a refreshing, healthful change from ordinary potato salads. The Sweet Potato Bisque is so good that it's bound to become a family favorite. Sweet Potato-Cranberry Salad 2 pounds sweet potatoes, cut in 1/2" chunks 1 small red onion, chopped 1 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard 2 tablespoons mango chutney 1/2 cup plain or vanilla yogurt 1 tablespoon cider vinegar, or to taste Steam the sweet potatoes until they are just tender, about 15-20 minutes. As soon as they are done, rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking and drain. Meanwhile, combine the other ingredients in a serv

Not everyone will cook with microwave ovens. Although in every guides, there are instructions on how to use it for cooking. It will simply not work for everybody. For people who will not use microwave ovens for cooking but just wanting the benefit, the best option is small microwave oven. Let's face it. Microwave oven does different things for fast people at home and in small offices. It offers very sophisticated function and quite revolutionary to have in the kitchen. Small microwave oven is literally fit for small flats and apartments, where it is intended mostly for practical reheating purposes and very minor cooking. Popcorn is one of the experimental foods cooked in the microwave ever since it was invented, and up to now is one of the most cooked foods in the microwave. Needless to say, small rooms could have conventional stoves for basic food preparation and small microwave to complete the benefit. One of the fancy things to do with small microwave is reheating c

By Joch Purn Looking for chicken spaghetti recipe? There you have it! Ingredients of chicken spaghetti recipe: 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 cloves garlic, minced 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger 3/4 pound spaghetti 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon soy sauce 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons lime juice (from about 2 limes) 1 tablespoon cooking oil, plus 1 tablespoon more if needed 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound in all) 1/2 cup chunky peanut butter, preferably natural 1 cup canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1/8 teaspoon dried red-pepper flakes, or to taste 3 scallions including green tops, chopped 1/3 cup chopped peanuts (optional) Instructions of chicken spaghetti recipe: In a medium, shallow glass dish or stainless-steel pan, combine the 3 tablespoons soy sauce, the 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon of the oil, the garlic, and the ginger. Add the chicken; turn to coat. Let marinate at least 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in

A high percentage of Americans are overweight and at risk for heart disease. The leading cause of obesity in the U.S. is the consumption of unhealthy foods such as fast food, which tends to be loaded with trans fat and saturated fat. If you can't cut out fatty foods entirely, then it is important to minimize how much you consume in order to maintain a healthy heart and cardiovascular system. Here are five types of food items to avoid. Restaurant Fried Food - The oil used to fry foods in restaurants and fast food joints isn't very healthy for your heart. Most fried foods at restaurants contain trans fat - a type of fatty acid that is bad for your cardiovascular system. Some restaurants are beginning to use trans fat free frying oil. Many fast food restaurants publicize this change but you can ask what kind of frying oil is used in any restaurant. If you aren't sure, avoid fried foods at restaurants. Even if they aren't high in trans fat

By Ray Nwambuonwo After many years of looking at my same old kitchen cabinets, countertops and appliances, it may be time for a kitchen remodel to update the most used room in the house. While many will think a fresh coat of paint a good first step, just ask the person who uses the room the most for opinions. They will know how vast the kitchen remodel needs to be to make it more elegant and more user-friendly. Making the room more attractive and appealing for all the family members is great, but making it more convenient in which to work will make it even better. Organizing the cabinets and appliances to be within reach for the job being performed can almost make kitchen duties fun. During a kitchen remodel, replacing or refinishing cabinets and countertops can make a lasting impression, but do not forget the kitchen flooring, making sure it matches the new color scheme. If the decision is made to also replace the countertops, consider replacing the sink and faucets a

By Ray Nwambuonwo Designing a home can be very stressful and designing only a kitchen can be even more demanding. When you really know what you are doing or at least have a plan your project will run much smoother. Designing a kitchen in an open floor plan is very incomparable to designing an ordinary kitchen in a room to itself. More and more homes are choosing for the open floor plan where the kitchen is a part of the open area. Many of the open floor plans are designed in a high tech or contemporary style. It is this style of kitchen that you will find black kitchen cabinets. A kitchen design which is going for a high tech look will normally have stainless steel appliances and black kitchen cabinets. Black granite countertops, white walls and hardwood floors usually round out the area. Black and white are considered neutral colors, but if you do not know what you are doing and put black kitchen cabinets in a small kitchen the look can be dreadful. For instance, black