The flag of France is one of the six flags that have flown over Texas, but all that many people know about the French presence in Texas is the ill-fated explorer Cavelier de La Salle, fabled pirate Jean Laffite, or Cajun music and food. Yet the French have made lasting contributions to Texas history and culture that deserve to be widely known and appreciated. In this book, François Lagarde and thirteen other experts present original articles that explore the French presence and influence on Texas history, arts, education, religion, and business from the arrival of La Salle in 1685 to 2002.Each article covers an important figure or event in the France-Texas story. The historical articles thoroughly investigate early French colonists and explorers, the French pirates and privateers, the Bonapartists of Champ-d'Asile, the French at the Alamo, Dubois de Saligny and French recognition of the Republic of Texas, the nineteenth-century utopists of Icaria and Reunion, and the French Catholic missions. Other articles deal with French immigration in Texas, including the founding of Castroville, Cajuns in Texas, and the French economic presence in Texas today (the first such study ever published). The remaining articles look at painters Théodore and Marie Gentilz, sculptor Raoul Josset, French architecture in Texas, French travelers from Théodore Pavie to Simone de Beauvoir who have written on Texas, and the French heritage in Texas education. More than seventy color and black-and-white illustrations complement the text.

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For over 80 years, Paderno (Italy) has been a leading company in the manufacturing of professional cookware and kitchen utensils. The company is constantly engaged in enhancing the quality of its products and consistently complies with the most recent laws relating to public health and safety. For this purpose, the new factory in Orfengo, Novara, near Milan, is equipped with a modern laboratory with high technology instruments (X-rays, atomic absorption, etc.), which enables Paderno to carry out its own chemical tests on the raw materials used and check their conformity to the standards required. Special attention is paid to the environment and to general safety. This Spanish-style pella pan has relatively low sides for better heat dispersion for slow cooking. The pan is constructed of blue steel with dual zinc handles. Diameter: 15.375" Height: 1.75" Metal Thickness: 16 Gauge Metal Type: Carbon Steel

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Chef's Knives - Absolutely essential for every kitchen, the chef's knife can be used for virtually any cutting job. The slightly curved, rigid blade facilitates both the rocking motion that most professionals use in chopping, and a higher-impact approach for heavy, dense foods. 8": A versatile, all-around size, comfortable for the cook with average-size hands. Its medium weight and length make it almost universally easy to use for anything from chopping onions to slicing eggplant. 10": This larger, heavier knife is typically preferred by culinary professionals, who let the weight do the work. Ideal for large produce, such as melon or butternut squash, or for cutting a whole chicken into serving pieces. Four Star is a great introduction to the world of forged German cutlery. The blade is high-carbon stainless steel, and Henckels' unique ice-hardening process and advanced metal-alloy technology keep the edge sharper longer, with a consistent angle and superb corrosion-resistance. The handle i - Specifications 6" Chef's Knife Size: 6"L blade (11 1/4"L w/handle) x 1 1/2"W blade Weight: 6.1 oz. 8" Chef's Knife Size: 8"L blade (13"L w/handle) x 1 3/4"W blade Weight: 6.8 oz. 10" Chef's Knife Size: 10"L blade (15 1/4"L w/handle) x 1 3/4"W blade Weight: 7.9 oz.

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The All-Clad stainless double boiler insert is conveniently designed to fit in your 3 or 4 quart All-Clad sauce pan. By placing it over gently simmering water, you'll gain optimal temperature control of delicate ingredients, such as egg and cream mixtures for creme brulee. The 18/10 stainless steel surface heats quickly and evenly so you achieve desired consistency and results. Confidently melt chocolate or prepare a restaurant-quality zabaglione. The cooking surface doesn't react with foods, so your food retains its natural flavors.

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Make a full breakfast with the Bayou Classic 14 Inch Cast Iron Reversible Round Griddle (7414). This cast iron reversible round griddle offers two different cooking surfaces: a ribbed side for grilling chicken and steaks and a flat side perfect for pancakes, French toast or grilled cheese sandwiches. The edges of this cast iron griddle are slightly raised for catching food drippings, keeping your kitchen clean. Made of the thickest, restaurant-quality cast iron, this two-sided griddle holds and radiates heat evenly for consistent cooking. Versatile and functional, this round griddle can be used on the stove top, on an outdoor propane burner, or over a campfire. Designed especially for outdoor use, Bayou Classic cookware lets you cook anywhere, drawing from Cajun tradition to specialize in the biggest and best outdoor cooking equipment. Reversible Griddle: This cast iron reversible round griddle offers two different cooking surfaces: a ribbed side for grilling chicken and steaks and a flat side perfect for pancakes, French toast or grilled cheese sandwiches High Quality Cast Iron: Made of the thickest, restaurant-quality cast iron, this two-sided griddle holds and radiates heat evenly for consistent cooking Versatile Use: Designed for use on the stove top, on an outdoor propane burner, or over a campfire, Bayou Classic cookware lets you cook anywhere, drawing from Cajun tradition to specialize in the biggest and best outdoor cooking equipment

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Welcome to Range Kleen, a dynamic assortment of range accessories, bakeware, kitchen gadgets, storage solutions items to manage an On-The-Go lifestyle, pot racks, stainless steel and cast iron cookware. Range Kleen's philosophy? Take Care of The Customer, by designing and updating products to add comfort and convenience, as well as fun to your life. Our number one goal is to make Range Kleen the Heart of Your Home. Vacuum-pressure cast aluminum is superior to stamped in both shape and thickness. SignoCAST cookware is guaranteed never to warp. The 3-layer nonstick interior and 2-layer nonstick exterior surfaces protect foods from sticking and burning - manufactured with Dupont Autograph 2 Gourmet Non-Stick Surface - Restaurant Tested. SignoCAST cookware is exceptionally easy to clean and facilitates fat-free cooking - fat-free cooking can be achieved without the addition of oil, fat or sprays. Ergonomically designed phenolic handles facilitate safe and easy transporting of pans (Phenolic is a strong plastic resin resistant to heat up to 450° F). They stay cool on the stovetop and are oven-safe to 450 degrees F. The nonstick surface is designed to never chip, crack, blister, bubble or peel. Medium high heat will achieve great cooking results and saves valuable energy. Wooden or plastic utensils are recommended. Dishwasher clean up is not recommended for pans. Handles are designed for comfort and stability. Cast aluminum pans are ideal on ceramic, glass, and electric stovetops. For pans with lids: Break-resistant, oven-safe (to 450° F) glass lids allow food monitoring without lid removal maintaining an even cooking temperature. Limited Lifetime warranty. Manufactured in Germany. Size: 7". Capacity: 2 qt.

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Boning & Fillet Knives - Introduced in 1976, the Four Star & #174 line is today's most popular upscale knife series. Celebrated professional chefs helped design the Four Star knives that blend a classic design and precision forging with a comfortably safe grip. This German-made cutlery features high-carbon no-stain steel blades, ice-hardened for superior strength and sharpness. This 5 1/2" Boning Knife features a flexible blade that makes quick work of separating cooked and uncooked meats from the bone. The slender blade is ideal for removing bones from fish and delicate fowl. Product Features One-piece precision forging ensures higher blade stability and lasting sharpness Friodur & #174 ice-hardened knife blade offer greater resistance to corrosion and pitting Hand-honed high carbon stain-steel knife blades protect against rust and stains Laser-controlled knife edges stay sharp longer with a more consistent blade angle Ergonomically designed knife handle offers a smooth, comfortable grip Seamless polypropyl - Specifications Model: 31081-143 Material: ice-hardened high carbon stainless-steel blade with polypropylene handle 5 1/2" Boning Knife Size: 5 1/2"L blade (10 1/2"L w/handle) x 1"W blade Weight: 3.4 oz. Care Instructions Henckels knives are dishwasher-safe but hand-washing is recommended. In the dishwasher, your Henckels knife may bang against other cutlery or pots and pans and knick the blade. Wipe the knife clean with a wet cloth and dishwashing detergent. Dry immediately. Dry from the back of the knife to the blade tip. No metal is completely stain-free. To prevent slight tarnishing, be sure to remove acidic foods (lemon, mustard, ketchup, etc.) from the blade after use. If blade should show some signs of staining, clean with a non-abrasive metal polish. To prevent irreparable blade damage, it is best to store your knife in a knife block or in-drawer knife tray.

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Welcome to Range Kleen a dynamic assortment of range accessories bakeware kitchen gadgets storage solutions items to manage an On-The-Go lifestyle pot racks stainless steel and cast iron cookware. Range Kleens philosophy? Take Care of The Customer by designing and updating products to add comfort and convenience as well as fun to your life. Our number one goal is to make Range Kleen the Heart of Your Home. Vacuum-pressure cast aluminum is superior to stamped in both shape and thickness SignoCAST cookware is guaranteed never to warp The 3-layer nonstick interior and 2-layer nonstick exterior surfaces protect foods from sticking and burning - manufactured with Dupont Autograph 2 Gourmet Non-Stick Surface - Restaurant Tested SignoCAST cookware is exceptionally easy to clean and facilitates fat-free cooking - fat-free cooking can be achieved without the addition of oil fat or sprays Ergonomically designed phenolic handles facilitate safe and easy transporting of pans (Phenolic is a strong plastic resin resistant to heat up to 450° F) They stay cool on the stovetop and are oven-safe to 450 degrees F The nonstick surface is designed to never chip crack blister bubble or peel Medium high heat will achieve great cooking results and saves valuable energy Wooden or plastic utensils are recommended Dishwasher clean up is not recommended for pans Handles are designed for comfort and stability Cast aluminum pans are ideal on ceramic glass and electric stovetops For pans with lids: Break-resistant oven-safe (to 450° F) glass lids allow food monitoring without lid removal maintaining an even cooking temperature Limited Lifetime warranty Manufactured in Germany Size: 11.

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Professionals of all trades from drywall to flooring, industrial and automotive look to Mercer Abrasives for its full line of technologically advanced, superior quality and long-lasting bonded and coated abrasives, and diamond blades as well as its laminate and industrial files. To round out the vast product line, Mercer also carries NIOSH, OSHA and ANSI approved safety products, making it the professionals one-stop source for all their project needs. Today, these five words Quality, Performance, Delivery, Service, and Price are the core values for this third generation family business which now includes a worldwide presence in also the culinary trade with its award-winning knives and accessories for the professional chef. Mercer - a company name highly regarded in the culinary trade - is synonymous with quality professional cutlery. Building on 30 years of innovation Mercer provides culinary tools that put ease into kitchen prep. Our products are for the creative professionals culinary educators and students and now - the cooking enthusiast. World Famous Chefs say: The knives supplied by Mercer Cutlery are outstanding and the selection is great. It s great to see a company whose people care not only about their products but care just as much about their customers. Also known as yanagi and sujihiki it is equivalent to the utility knife; this professional knife is perfect for everyday slicing and dicing.

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Welcome to Range Kleen a dynamic assortment of range accessories bakeware kitchen gadgets storage solutions items to manage an On-The-Go lifestyle pot racks stainless steel and cast iron cookware. Range Kleens philosophy? Take Care of The Customer by designing and updating products to add comfort and convenience as well as fun to your life. Our number one goal is to make Range Kleen the Heart of Your Home. Vacuum-pressure cast aluminum is superior to stamped in both shape and thickness SignoCAST cookware is guaranteed never to warp The 3-layer nonstick interior and 2-layer nonstick exterior surfaces protect foods from sticking and burning - manufactured with Dupont Autograph 2 Gourmet Non-Stick Surface - Restaurant Tested SignoCAST cookware is exceptionally easy to clean and facilitates fat-free cooking - fat-free cooking can be achieved without the addition of oil fat or sprays Ergonomically designed phenolic handles facilitate safe and easy transporting of pans (Phenolic is a strong plastic resin resistant to heat up to 450° F) They stay cool on the stovetop and are oven-safe to 450 degrees F The nonstick surface is designed to never chip crack blister bubble or peel Medium high heat will achieve great cooking results and saves valuable energy Wooden or plastic utensils are recommended Dishwasher clean up is not recommended for pans Handles are designed for comfort and stability Cast aluminum pans are ideal on ceramic glass and electric stovetops For pans with lids: Break-resistant oven-safe (to 450° F) glass lids allow food monitoring without lid removal maintaining an even cooking temperature Limited Lifetime warranty Manufactured in Germany Size: 9.5.

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This brushed stainless steel tray is 21-inch by 14-inch and features wide cool-touch handles so it is easy to move and serve from. It features 400-watt of power for quick heat-up and recovery plus an adjustable thermostat and power indicator light to ensure food remains at the selected temperature. For best results, set warming tray to maximum heat setting to warm quickly. Then adjust thermostat to desired temperature. Serving temperature is from 155 degree fahrenheit (minimum) to 200 degree (maximum). The Waring Pro Warming tray is designed to keep food warm only and food place on the tray should be fully cooked and already hot.

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PRAISE FOR THIS DYNAMIC BOOK! 'BRAVO! A SUREFIRE AID. you are at the crossroads. windows of opportunity are brief. William Barnson has written a comprehensive, timely, user friendly vehicle to help us meet the challenges and ride the bumps, in a very turbulent time. I recommend this valuable guide to anyone seeking an edge in obtaining new employment or preparing for a career change.' - Milton C. Clegg, DDS, MA Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy (ret) Former Chief, U.S. Navy Dental Corps 'If you're interested in landing a job, the first thing you should read is 'Bounce Back Like A Champion.' It is literally everything you need to know in order to increase your chances for success, from finding the job openings right for you, to exactly how your resume should be crafted. When he says 'step-by-step,' he's not kidding' - Sharlene Wells Hawkes President/CEO, Remember My Service Former ESPN Reporter and Miss America -1985 'A simple, yet effective presentation in securing a job in today's challenging economy. The step by step approach, with practical examples, addresses all of the key components required for successful job search. 'Bounce Back Like a Champion' will be an asset for any reader.' - Donna Broadhead Human Resources Department Mission Foods Corporation 'WOW! This is a perfect read for all! No matter if you are changing careers, just out of school (college or high school) or if you are getting back into the workforce after time off, this book will take you through each vital step from planning, searching, effective resumes and closing the deal! This is a definite must read guideline on the path to success!' - Patti McMullan Career Specialist Emerald Ridge High School Puyallup, Washington.

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Cara Manzoni flees Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, to the Jersey Shore after catching her fiancé cheating with her hairdresser. Problem is she has no clothes, no money, and no place to go. This is not where she thought she'd be at almost thirty years old. Ryan Garridy is a diehard commitment-phobe, struggling to keep his Italian restaurant afloat. The last thing he wants is a high-maintenance woman in his life. So when Cara runs out on her check and then faints at his feet the next day, he knows she's trouble with a capital T. It still doesn't stop him from offering her a job and a place to stay. There's something feisty and compelling about this woman, and no matter how hard he tries, he just can't seem to say no to her. Or her Sicilian meatballs. Since Cara has sworn off men, it's no big deal that Ryan is sexy and charming-until she decides the only way to stop obsessing over her ex is to obsess over someone new. Ryan makes her forget about her ex a little too well, but falling for him could set her up for a whole new world of hurt. One man, one woman, both wounded by love. Will they be able to overcome their demons and learn to trust again? If the undeniable passion between these two doesn't keep them together, the mouth-watering food will. Sensuality Level: Sensual

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When money is tight, what is a person on a food allergy or gluten-free diet to do? How can we eat well on our diets with less money and limited time? Allergy and Celiac Diets with Ease: Money and Time Saving Solutions for Food Allergy and Gluten-Free Diets provides a way out of this dilemma. It provides solutions to both the economic and time challenges you deal with in purchasing and preparing foods that fit your diet. It shows how to shop economically, cook without spending all day in the kitchen, stock your kitchen for efficiency and good health, have good times with friends and family without breaking the bank, get organized, and be able to do what you need in limited time. The book contains eight chapters on how to save money and time, over 160 money-saving, quick and easy recipes for allergy and celiac diets (over 140 of them gluten-free), and extensive reference sections including a 22-page "Special Diet Resources" section to help you find commercially prepared foods you need.

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This book discusses some of the most potent threats to human security in Africa. It deals especially with those threats to the security of African people which are least understood or explored. In themes varying from the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, multidimensional consequences of the using of girls as soldiers in wars, food security, the devastation of internal displacement in Africa, the policy conundrums of HIV/AIDS, the link between natural resources and human security, to the problems of forced labour, threats to women's security, and environmental security, the book examines the legal and policy challenges of protecting human security in Africa. This work also analyses the role of NGOs and the civil society in advocating human security issues in Africa. It considers the role of regional human rights mechanisms and judicial bodies, such as the African Commission for Human Rights and the African Court of Human and Peoples' Rights, in seeking to guarantee human security in Africa. Finally, with particular reference to the Somalia, Zimbabwe, Kenya, and Darfur crises, the book studies the role of African regional organizations, especially the African Union, in protecting the human security of Africans. Written by leading experts on its various themes, this is an indispensable book for all those seeking to learn more about the real challenges facing Africans and African organizations.

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ABOUT THE BOOK Almost everybody dreams of saving time and money, two of the most precious resources in the modern world. When you become a mother, saving time and money becomes even more important, but it also becomes a little more challenging. Whether you are a fulltime homemaker, a self-employed professionalr who works from home, or a working mother who holds an outside job, making sure your family has three nutritious meals a day (plus snacks and other extras) can take up a surprising amount of money and energy. According to Gary Foreman of The Dollar Stretcher, many families spend up to 20 percent of their total income on food purchases alone. This figure can shift depending on different factors, but if it sounds high to you, then you can definitely benefit from taking greater control of your shopping trips and seeing the figures you really want. Before you had kids, a trip to the supermarket probably involved a quick spin around the store to grab healthy essentials and a few indulgences, based only on your tastes or those of your partner. EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK It's the digital age, and you can take advantage of modern conveniences even during basic tasks such as stocking up on groceries for your hungry family. Check out trusted online vendors such Amazon.com or the websites of well-known retailers to see if you can snag a better deal online than when shopping in person. Finding a good deal online cuts down on the process of driving to the store, locating your item, comparing it with other items available, waiting in line at the cash register, and so on. When you are shopping online, you can accomplish everything you need to do during a few quiet minutes between dinner and bedtime, or before the kids arrive home from school. After you compare deals and place your order, you just have to wait for your purchases to show up on your doorstep. The key here is to time your online purchases so that you do not have a gap between the time you need your purchase an

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We think we understand environmental damage: pollution, water scarcity, a warming world. But these problems are just the tip of the iceberg. Food insecurity, financial assets drained of value by environmental damage, and a rapid rise in diseases of animal originare among the underreported consequences of an unsustainable global system. In State of the World 2015, the flagship publication of The Worldwatch Institute, experts explore hidden threats to sustainability and howto address them. How will nations deal with migration as climate change refugees cross borders in order to escape flooding, drought, or other extreme weather events? What will happen to the price and availability offossil energy-the foundation of industrial civilization-as these resources oscillate between surplus and scarcity? If perpetual economic growth on a finite planet is impossible, what are the alternatives? Can national governments manage the transition Eight key issues are addressed in depth, along with the central question ofhow we can develop resilience to these and other shocks. For decades, The Worldwatch Institute has been a leader in identifying and analyzing emerging environmental threats. With the latest edition of State of The World, the authorities at Worldwatch bring to light challenges we can no longer afford to ignore.

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The remarkable discussions in this volume took place between Rudolf Steiner and workers at the Goetheanum, Switzerland. At Rudolf Steiner's instigation, the varied subject-matter was chosen by his audience. He took their questions and usually gave immediate answers. The astonishing nature of these responses - their insight, knowledge and spiritual depth - is testimony to Steiner's outstanding ability as a spiritual initiate and profound thinker. Accessible, entertaining and stimulating, the records of these sessions will be a delight to anyone with an open mind. In this particular collection, Rudolf Steiner deals with topics ranging from sunspots to strawberries! He discusses, among other things: Lemuria and Atlantis; Chinese and Indian cultures; raw food; vegetarianism; children's nutrition; manure and soil; hardening of the arteries; the sense of smell; planetary influences; weather and its causes; creation of the world; origin of the human being; Saturn, Sun and Moon; Darwinism; earth strata and fossils; Biela's comet; star wisdom; evolution of human culture; lightning, and volcanoes.

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Antibiotics and Antibiosis in Agriculture: With Special Reference to Synergism is a collection of papers dealing with the properties of penicillins, cephalosporins, sulfonamides, as well as the synergistic combinations of these and other antibacterial substances. One paper discusses issues regarding antibiotics such as the sufficiency of supply, the need for more and new antibiotics, and the period of obsolescence of antibiotics. Another paper explains the use of pairs of agents as synergic combinations, for example, novobiocin and tetracycline combined together as albamacyn T. Synergy types in chemotherapy includes those used in antibacterial, penetration, and internal synergies; the paper also notes that possible complications can arise from antibiotic interactions of drug synergies. Some papers discuss applications of antibiotics, antibiosis, stress effects, and food microbiology. These applications include the use of nisin, an antibiotic, as an aid in heat preservation of food. The use of starvation as a stress mechanism in a culture of Enterobacter aerogenes to accelerate exhaustion of glycerol, which the microorganisms need, lead to glycerol-deficiency related deaths. Other papers discuss the relationships of antibiotics and antibiosis to animals and animal feeds. This collection will benefit pharmacologists, bio-chemists, agriculturists, chemotherapists, veterinarians, and medical practitioners.

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Beauty really is an inside job. How many of us stop to consider that our outer layer is merely a reflection of inner processes, completely reliant on the health of the 50 trillion cells that you are made of? And the health of those cells is impacted by everything from the food you eat, the nutrients present or missing from your blood, and the hormones and messages your body makes based on whether your thoughts are fearful or loving. Think about that… As a society, our relationship with beauty is in crisis. We are told that beauty exists only in certain forms, images, and at certain ages. We can feel bombarded with images that lead us away from our own unique beauty and encourage us to try to look like someone else rather than become and accept more of who we are. While adults can be affected by such messages, these messages can be particularly damaging to children and teenagers who so desperately want to be loved, approved of, considered special, and seen as beautiful. There is so much beauty on offer to us 24/7, at any age, inside us, around us, and shining from us. For so many, a veil just needs to be lifted so you can experience your own radiance. Let's see what we can do! When most people think about improving their appearance, they usually focus on a product, another "quick fix". Yet when you consider that the skin cells on your face are a small percentage of the total number of cells in the whole body, it seems crazy that we don't spend more time getting the majority of the cells functioning optimally, leading us to the outcomes we seek. Through Beauty From The Inside Out, Dr Libby expertly explains your outer world, the food you choose, the nutrients you ingest, hydration, posture, movement and what your body needs to create lovely nails, lustrous hair, sparkling eyes, and clear, luminous skin. Be guided to deal with very specific bumps in the road, such as dark circles under the eyes, eczema, pimples, and hair that is falling out, just to name a few. Just as

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