Blanching is the process of quickly cooking fresh vegetables in boiling water or steam. It is recommended if you are going to freeze fresh vegetables. Blanching slows or stops the action of enzymes in vegetables that cause the loss of flavor, color and texture. It also rids the vegetables of surface organisms, brightens the color, … Read More
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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. New York Style Pita Chips are baked from pita bread and have a texture halfway between a chip and a cracker. They are excellent for dipping and our tasters enjoyed them with spreadable cheese. The … Read More
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When you have written over 30 books on nutrition, it is not surprising that people frequently ask, “What’s your best eating advice.” Here it is in a nutshell – short, simple and to the point. Eat less, but enjoy what you eat. Food should be a pleasurable experience, but, sadly, portions have grown enormously in … Read More
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It’s been estimated that 50% of vitamins are lost in cooking. There are things you can do to lessen the loss. Microwaving is the kindest to vitamins – short cooking time, moderate heat and little water. Steaming is a close second. Stir-frying is also gentler on vitamins because it cuts down on water and vegetables … Read More
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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. We have reviewed Garden Lites muffins and crustless, vegetable soufflés in the past. The company continues to enlarge its product line to include items full of vegetables that people will enjoy. Veggie Bites – Broccoli & Brown … Read More
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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. Every healthy eating message encourages more fruit and vegetable servings each day. Both of these products will help you achieve your goal. NatureSweet Tomatoes are premium, branded, fresh small tomatoes grown in greenhouses and vine-ripened. Cherrubs … Read More
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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. Having an end-of-summer barbecue? All of these foods offer a different and interesting choice from what might typically be served. Veggies Fries came into being in 2013 combining potatoes with vegetables … Read More
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Marketers encourage you to eat-on-the-go by producing food items they refer to as “hyperconvenience”, “portable comfort food” or “dashboard dining”. Any food that can be shaped or packaged to fit into a car cup holder or eaten utensil-less, straight from the package has a marketing advantage. Many of those currently available are high in sodium, … Read More
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Beans are tasty, nutritious and available year round. They are high in protein and fiber and a good source of vitamin and minerals. A serving of dried or canned beans can cost 25 cents or less. A great way to stretch the family food budget. Black beans – an excellent source of fiber, folate, iron … Read More
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Eat a rainbow every day — Fruits and vegetables are nature’s rainbow of nutrients. Instead of worrying about which food has what vitamin or mineral, just pick a colorful variety. Every fruit and vegetable, even a dab of salsa or ketchup on your lunch contributes to your overall nutrient intake daily. … Read More
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