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Firing up the grill is a great way to cook in the summer! Here are a few grilling tips and a couple of recipes, too. For great grilled burgers, form the patty gently. Smashing the meat forces out moisture. Sear both sides of the burger on both sides, then move…
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Eating fish is a great way to introduce healthy proteins and vitamins into your diet, but you can pack twice the health benefits and twice the flavor by combining fresh fish and tropical fruit. Both of these foods are healthy sources of vitamins and nutrients and happen to taste delicious…
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by Michael Totten For the dieter, the key to choosing a healthy coffee drink is to know where the calories are hiding. Black coffee alone is calorie-free. As well, many studies are showing that coffee has health benefits. In moderation, coffee can half your risk of getting gallstones or Parkinson’s…
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As I walked through the grocery store aisles a few weeks ago, I noticed the increase in prepackaged slow cooker meals. I’ve been using my slow cooker and reaping the rewards for years, so it was no real surprise to me when others started proclaiming the benefits of cooking with…
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by Elizabeth Coughlan Do you despair when your Thanksgiving turkey has dried out, or your roast is tough and lacking in flavor? Brining could be the simple solution to your problems. Many people think of brining as a way of preserving meat or fish where it is soaked for days…
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If your diet includes a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, you are on the road to good health. If you have a hectic schedule-and who doesn’t?-you may be tempted to cut corners when preparing foods. You also may not always remember that “fresh” or “organic” doesn’t necessarily equal “clean.”…
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by Linda Wilson The following are a group of very tasty homemade salad dressings that are quick, easy, and healthy. Perfect for diabetics and dieters, too. Dijon-Lemon Vinaigrette Salad Dressing 3 tbsp water 2 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tbsp…
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Have you ever thought about combining alcohol with your cooking? Alcohol actually adds a lot of flavor to your recipes. Just think of vanilla, an alcohol-based extract that provides intense flavoring. By incorporating alcohol into your cooking you can create a palate-pleasing taste. Some recipes require alcohol in order to…
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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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Green vegetables are the food most missing in modern diets. Nutritionally, greens are very high in calcium (120 -190 mg per cup!) They’re also high in magnesium, iron, potassium, phosphorous, zinc, and they are a power house for Vitamin A, C, E and K. Believe it or not, they are…