We enjoy trying new kitchen gadgets. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
We honestly did not think this product would work but we were pleasantly surprised. Spin ‘n Stor is a reusable plastic bag that spins salads and herbs dry and stores them for use. The plastic bag which is approximately 12 X18 inches is large enough for a head of Romaine lettuce or 2 bunches of parsley. You simply rinse the salad or herbs, place them in the bag, hold the top closed and spin the bag 10 to 12 times. The water collects in a specially designed reservoir on the side and bottom of the bag. It is easy to drain. The salad is ready to use or the company suggests that you “fluff” it in the bag and store it for future use. … Read More
We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
Mom’s is a great name for this tomato sauce because it does taste homemade. As you pour the sauce from the jar you’ll see chunks of tomatoes, whole basil leaves and whole gloves of garlic. The garlic is sweet and mild, because it is simmered slowly to make the sauce. Don’t be afraid to eat a clove or two. … Read More
We love to try new foods. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods, already known for its back-to-basics healthy whole grain flours, cereals, meals and mixes, has extended its product line to include 3 varieties of pearl couscous. Couscous is well-known and considered a staple in countries such as Israel, Morocco, Algeria and Libya. Many in the US do not realize that these tiny pasta pearls can make a healthy, interesting, quick cooking substitute for rice or traditional pasta. … Read More
We love to try new foods. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
Barbara’s Puffins Multigrain is the latest addition to the Puffins cereal group. This gluten-free, multi-grain cereal is made of corn, brown rice and whole oats, and is free of artificial flavors, preservatives and additives. The crunchy squares are slightly sweet and hold their shape and texture in milk. … Read More
We love to try new foods. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
Spoonful of Comfort is a new company that produces old fashioned chicken soup that can be shipped anywhere in the US. Just heat and serve. The soup order can be enhanced with the addition of a ladle, apron, rolls and cookies. The soup does taste homemade, with large chunks of fresh chicken. The wide egg noodles have a firm and chewy texture, unlike the limp and soggy noodles often found in canned soup. … Read More
We love to try new foods. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
Every so often you find a new brand of an old favorite food and you are surprised that something you like has gotten even better. We are fans of Greek-style yogurt, as we are sure many of you are, too. Karoun Mediterranean Style Yogurt is excellent. It is creamy and thick and the texture does not break down or weep after the yogurt culture has been compromised by scooping out a portion. It is made of hormone-free (rBST) cow’s milk, has live probiotic cultures, and is kosher (OU) certified. It comes in Nonfat, Lowfat, and Whole Milk plain-flavored varieties. … Read More
We love to try new foods. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
Everyone is telling us to eat more fruits and vegetables. The new My Plate symbol from the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that your plate be half filled with fruits and vegetables. Most experts feel 5 to 9 servings a day are the optimum intake. Sadly, most Americans don’t even come close, unless you count French fries and ketchup.
Ideally, we’d like to see everyone walking around munching on a fresh apple or carrot sticks. Crunch Pak products might actually help us reach that goal. … Read More
We love to try new kitchen gadgets. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
There is always a lot of discussion about how to best store coffee – whole beans or ground, refrigerator or freezer, or simply in a canister on the kitchen shelf. Most coffee experts would tell you the ideal storage is as whole beans in an airtight container, in a cool (not the freezer) shady place.
Coffee contains volatile oils that are released in roasting and give each variety its characteristic flavor. These oils decay over time and grinding speeds up the process. So grind just what you need and use the grinds immediately.
Friis has developed a Coffee Vault to preserve coffee freshness. … Read More
We love to try new foods. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
Racconto Essentials Heart Health is a line of heart healthy products that contain natural plant sterols, substances which help lower cholesterol.
Plant sterols, sometimes called phytosterols, are naturally found in some vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, and vegetables. Though they occur in many foods, the amount found in a typical serving is small. Because of this plant sterols are added to foods in amounts that will aid in lowering total cholesterol. … Read More
We love to try new foods. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
“Eating well starts small” is the tagline for the latest Barilla pasta brand extension. Piccolini which translates small, comes in three varieties Mini Rotini, Mini Conchiglie (shells) and Mini Penne. All look and taste like regular pasta while providing fiber and whole grains. The pasta cooks in 7 minutes and though aimed at kids, the product is excellent for the whole family and can be used in traditional pasta dishes. … Read More
