Food & Recipes / Food How to 101
Finding the time to cook a well-balanced meal isn’t as difficult as it sounds, even for busy families constantly on the go. Keeping chicken in the fridge or freezer, and using ingredients typically on hand in the pantry opens up a variety of meal options that are quick, easy, and…
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You do not have to be a professional chef to cook like one. In fact, you do not need any training at all to cook delicious and easy meals. For the everyday chef, it is all about having the right tools and equipment. You would not expect a mechanic to…
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Food & Recipes / Food How to 101
Studies show that when kids eat dinner with their families, they’re more likely to have nutritious diets, healthier weights and do better in school. And moms know that sharing a meal together is an important part of building strong families. In fact, according to an online survey of 1000 moms…
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It wouldn’t be summer without fresh mint in pots on the front porch and in the garden. Mint is so easy to grow, it has such a wonderful fresh scent, and it can be used for all sorts of things. Here are some easy ways to use mint: Put a…
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Whether you don’t want to heat up the kitchen or the demands of getting the kids out the door are upon you, it’s nice to have a few no-bake cookie recipes on hand. We thought we would share some of our favorites with you. Cranberry Coconut Bars This first recipe,…
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Grilling is a time-honored tradition enjoyed by many families. Barbequing is great especially during the summer months or whenever the weather outside is warm. Grilling is also enjoyable because it is a relatively fast process (depending on the type of grill you have), and the food tastes great, too! Grilling…
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If you love to cook, you know how important it is to have the right tools for the job. Cooking gadgets help us chop, blend, mix, and serve all the foods we love to make. They can even help make a difficult or messy job a lot easier and save…
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In the old days, peanut butter was made by simply grinding peanuts and perhaps adding a dash of salt. The only problem with this approach is that the natural oils in the fresh ground peanuts separated and formed a pool of peanut oil on top that had to be stirred…
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Often (unfairly) overlooked in the typical American diet, beans are something of a nutritional-and economical-powerhouse. Some studies have indicated that they could actually reduce the risk of developing certain chronic diseases, such as colon cancer. They can also help lower your cholesterol, which is one of the leading causes of…
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Food & Recipes / Food How to 101
Entertaining friends and family in your home is a much bigger undertaking than many people realize. While it may seem like a more “low-key” option than going out, in reality, there are a lot of things that go into a successful dinner party. It’s no wonder that a host can…
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