If you're a fan of Mediterranean style nutrition then why not become a fan of canned fish and shellfish, too? During my 4-month stay in Spain (pre-COVID19) last fall, something I learned was to eat more fish. I took every opportunity to purchase fresh fish at the Central Market in Salamanca or at one of the walkable grocery stores, and I ordered fish or squid (my favorite!) at a tapas bar or a lunch restaurant. There were many memorable meals and fish was often on my plate. When making a meal in our apartment I liked the canned fish option as an easy, tasty, light supper. My go-to was to … [Read more...] about Canned Seafood is a Delicious Mediterranean Choice
A Grocery Trip for a Fun Picnic
A Tasty Little Marinade for Chicken, Steak, Seafood and Veggies
Since so many of us enjoy a dinner from the grill, here's an easy and tasty marinade recipe to love. I see two big advantages to having a go-to marinade recipe. The first is that marinating chicken or steak or fish or shrimp forces us to have a plan for dinner hours ahead of time - when marinating ideally begins. The second is that having a trusted recipe on hand erases the worry of how the final flavor will turn out -- it's always a big success. Here is a marinade that fits just about everything that's a protein food. For veggies, it works as a delicious brush-on-when-grilling … [Read more...] about A Tasty Little Marinade for Chicken, Steak, Seafood and Veggies
3 Nutrition Labels Kids Can Learn to Read
3 Nutrition Labels Kids Can Learn to Read
When the kids come along on a grocery trip there is so much to learn, including how to choose a healthy boxed food. In the fall, children need good nutrition more than ever because they are fueling their brains along with their bodies for success in school. My earlier blog about back-to-school and healthier eating is here. The age of a child matters as far as how much she/he is ready to learn. From about 6-8 years old, depending on reading level, it can be a perfect time to work on food and nutrition label skills. With a wide variety of food products in every grocery store, here are 3 … [Read more...] about 3 Nutrition Labels Kids Can Learn to Read
Homemade Vegetable Broth in a Snap
In cooler seasons everyone wants soup, stews, and other comfort foods so one ingredient you'll need for sure is a tasty broth. In the true spirit of keeping it simple, let's go with a vegetarian broth since it will fit every recipe whether it's plant-based or a mixture of lean meat, chicken, and/or seafood. And, let's go with a homemade broth that isn't loaded with salt/sodium like so many broth products at the grocery store. When you make it yourself, you control how much salt goes in and letting the flavors of the vegetables and herbs shine is high priority. Cook it Low and … [Read more...] about Homemade Vegetable Broth in a Snap