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Which Salt is Best for Cooking?

Which Salt is Best for Cooking?

If you plan to step up your cooking game this holiday season you might notice that you have many options when it comes to something as simple as salt. Salt is used for enhancing flavor, aroma, tenderizing meat, and even for bringing out sweetness in some foods. If a recipe calls for Kosher salt, but…

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Make Pasta Healthier by Eating Like an Italian

Make Pasta Healthier by Eating Like an Italian

Love pasta? I do. Whether I’m enjoying a cool pasta salad at a family barbecue or sitting down to a plate of savory spaghetti with Marinara sauce for Sunday supper, I love it all. I know many of you are likely on the fence when it comes to pasta. You may be fearful of gaining…

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Fall Squash Guide

Fall Squash Guide

You know Fall is here when the air begins to get chilly and Fall squash makes an appearance at your local farmers’ market and grocery store. Fall squash are typically larger than other vegetables and often take a little more work to get them oven ready. However, once you have the technique down, you’ll be…

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How to Cook Whole Grains: Whole Grains Cooking Chart

How to Cook Whole Grains: Whole Grains Cooking Chart

It’s Fall and there’s no better time to stock up on whole grains. If you’re not used to cooking grains other than rice don’t fret. All grains basically cook the same. Whole grain + liquid + simmer = done. The only difference is some grains need more liquid and some need longer cooking times. Simplify…

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6 New Ways to Eat a Sweet Potato

6 New Ways to Eat a Sweet Potato

As we enter the Fall season there is one argument that reigns supreme in the culinary world. Is that delicious orange vegetable a sweet potato or a yam? I’ve heard so many contrasting opinions on this topic (from legit sources) my brain is about to explode. Therefore, I can not definitively say which spud is…

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How to Cook Juicy, Tender Chicken Breasts

How to Cook Juicy, Tender Chicken Breasts

Chicken, especially chicken breasts, are one of the most popular protein sources for Americans. It’s lean, inexpensive and versatile, but not always the easiest thing to cook. Nothing is worse from a culinary standpoint than dry chicken breasts. I’ve heard chefs who shudder at the thought of even using white meat from chickens. For home…

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Recipe Makeovers

Recipe Makeovers

We all have favorite recipes that fall into a not so healthy category. This can keep you stuck when making healthy changes. You may depend on these weekly stand by recipes because they are quick and have become part of a routine. Trying out a few new recipes is no problem, but thinking about creating…

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6 Steps to a Healthier Pizza

6 Steps to a Healthier Pizza

When working towards health goals many food items just seem taboo. It is true some foods are higher in saturated fat, sugar, and calories than other foods but you don’t have to omit them if it’s something you love. People can maintain their weight loss and health goals more effectively with a plan that includes…

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How to Retain Nutrients when Preparing Vegetables

How to Retain Nutrients when Preparing Vegetables

  It’s not new news that vegetables are full of vitamins and minerals essential to optimal health. When it comes to cooking and preparation, these nutrients can be fragile and diminish quickly. To get the most nutrition out of your vegetables, make the following part of your routine: 1. Keep the peel. Removing the peel…

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Reduce Harmful Chemicals while Grilling Meat with these Tips

Reduce Harmful Chemicals while Grilling Meat with these Tips

For me, summer is long days with kids playing in the street, sipping ice tea and Barbecues. I do love grilling with friends and family as I’m sure many of you do but cooking meat at high temperatures may leave you at an increased risk of certain cancers. Cooking meat at high temperatures, 350 degrees…

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