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Gary Lipton Media Relations Manager Phone: 1-(800)-222-5551 Fax: 1-(800)-990-4329 Web site: www. napsnet .com e-mail: printmedia@napsnet.com NORTH AMERICAN PRECIS SYNDICATE, INC. 350 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10118-0110 PRESORT STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID North American Address Service Requested NE W Precis Syndicate, Inc. ! #2393 North American Precis Syndicate, Inc., 350 Fifth Avenue, 65th Floor, New York, N.Y. 10118-0110 Start Planning For Cold Weather Fix-Ups Free Award-Winning Rice Recipes (NAPSA)—You’ll add more than a grain of excitement when you rev up your recipes with rice. USA Rice Federation selected winners from more than 1,300 recipes submitted by home cooks during its 9th Annual “Rev Up Your Rice!” recipe contest. Each recipe can be prepared in 30 minutes. A total of $12,000 in cash prizes and deluxe Aroma rice cookers were awarded. Teresa Ralston of New Albany, Ohio, won the Grand Prize and Best Whole Grain award with this sweet and savory Maple-Glazed Chicken with Cranberry Arugula Rice featuring whole grain brown rice. Maple-Glazed Chicken With Cranberry Arugula Rice Makes 4 servings Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 1 ⁄4 cup maple syrup 1 ⁄2 cup dried cranberries 2 cups grilled chicken breast, sliced 1 ⁄2 teaspoon salt 1 ⁄2 teaspoon pepper 3 cups cooked medium or long-grain brown rice 1 (6-ounce) package, about 56 cups, fresh baby arugula* 1 ⁄2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Stir in maple syrup and cranberries; cook 1 minute. Add chicken, salt and pepper. Grand Prize Winner Maple- Glazed Chicken with Cranberry Arugula Rice Cook 1 minute or until hot; remove chicken using slotted spoon; set aside. Add rice and toss to coat; remove from heat. Toss in arugula; spoon rice mixture onto platter. Top with chicken and cheese. Serve immediately. * Spinach may be substituted for arugula. TIP: Packaged refrigerated grilled chicken strips may be used. Other winning recipes include Teriyaki Chicken and Edamame Rice Bowls, Cappuccino Rice Pudding Cups, Mandarin Orange Rice, Shrimp Lettuce Wraps and more. Download the winning recipes for free at www.usarice.com/con sumer, or for a free brochure, send a business-size, self-addressed, stamped envelope to Rev Up Your Rice, c/o USA Rice Federation, 4301 N. Fairfax Dr., Suite 425, Arlington, VA 22203. The Medicine On Your Pizza Mushrooms Hold Many Health Secrets (NAPSA)—Here’s some food for thought. The mushrooms on your pizza or Chicken Marsala don’t just taste great, they may be the key to many serious health concerns. Numerous researchers agree that mushrooms are a large and untapped source for powerful, new health products. For thousands of years, mushrooms have been used to fight disease in Asia. They have been used against cancers of the stomach, esophagus and lungs. Modern medical research shows mushrooms help with tumors and heart disease by lowering bad cholesterol. Mushrooms also help the immune system and can prevent the common cold, flu and some infections. Asia has been a leader in the use of medicinal mushrooms, but the U.S. is catching up. A few supplement companies are adding mushroom remedies to their product lines. Isaac Eliaz, M.D. is a physician with a Northern California clinical practice. He uses medicinal mushrooms to help build his patients’ immunity. “There are 270 species of mushrooms that have real health benefits,” he said. “I have personally seen the benefits of mushrooms in helping the immune system. I have also found in my clinical practice that they prevent infections.” He uses MycoPhyto Plus Complex. This remedy has six medicinal mushrooms grown on immune-enhancing herbs. “A stronger immune system results in the resistance to bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic infections,” he added. Experts say there are over 140,000 types of mushroom on Earth but only 10 percent are really studied and known. The future holds real promise for unearthing even more wellness benefits of the mushroom. For more information, call Advanced Bionutritionals at (866) 202-3772. (NAPSA)—Preventive maintenance can be the key to keeping your home trouble-free during the fall and winter, but many homeowners have lengthy “to do” lists and not enough time to complete them. Fortunately, a few tips from the experts can help you decide what to take care of and what to delegate. “All houses require maintenance of some kind, and it’s especially important when the weather turns colder,” says Jim Rocchetta, vice president of Marketing for nationwide home improvement contracting network Handyman Connection. “Whether homeowners do it themselves or get help from a certified handyman, these projects can enhance both comfort and peace of mind.” Rocchetta offers some starting points for projects: • Keep out the elements: Check the caulking and seals around windows. Make sure exterior doors fit snugly to discourage drafts. • Insulate yourself: Doublecheck insulation in attics, crawl spaces and spaces adjacent to porches or garages. • Outdoor plumbing: Remove hoses and shut off the water to all outside faucets to prevent them from freezing and becoming damaged. • Clutter control: Effective household organizational systems can reduce clutter and make sure you can find what you need when spring arrives. New shelves, cabinets or closet systems can create more space for you. • Thorough inspection: Take the time to walk slowly around the exterior of your house, pausing to visually inspect potential Take a few minutes to walk around your home and see what needs to be fixed before cold weather arrives. problem areas such as gutters, chimneys, eaves, window wells and so on. Many local companies will offer inspection services and recommendations for a fee. Depending on the project, you may need to invest in some building materials, time, or good oldfashioned “elbow grease.” If you need help to complete your list, discuss the details with a professionally licensed handyman and receive a cost estimate. “Taking care of a few smaller projects now can keep bigger problems from developing in the future,” adds Rocchetta. “When the colder weather arrives, you can feel confident about the condition of your home—and start making plans for your spring projects.” Jim Rocchetta is vice president of Marketing for Handyman Connection, a nationwide network of home improvement and repair contractors. For more information, call (800) 88-HANDY or visit Handyman Connection online at www.handymanconnection.com.
