Learning About Fish There's a lot about fish you may not know. Jake learned that tilapia is a vegetarian fish that loves to eat algae. Jackie was interested in how wild salmon is caught in the waters off Alaska, flash frozen and transported to her home town. Their younger brother, Rocco, was most interested in watching the live lobsters in a tank at the other end of the seafood department. Who could blame him? Fish Can Protect Your Heart Fish is a powerful protein food that can add quality to everyone's meals and snacks. Not only that - fish contributes omega-3 fat to your plate and, … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Dinner Tip: Fish For the Heart
A Slow Cooker Makes Mealtime Easy & Exotic
Slow Cooker Meals Use Simple Ingredients Do you have a slow cooker in your kitchen tool box? If you do, there are homemade flavors at low to medium cost awaiting you. Many slow cooker recipes are easy and easy to find. Flavors of the World Suit a Slow Cooker The world offers cuisines with amazing flavors. For example, my slow cooker recipe shown at the left, features Mediterranean flavors with characteristic ingredients. I also love the traditional flavors of Mexico and they typically include fresh lime juice, chili powder, garlic and cumin. Korean cuisine is another favorite with … [Read more...] about A Slow Cooker Makes Mealtime Easy & Exotic
Getting Organized in the Kitchen Saves Time with Homemade Soup
5 Steps to Getting Organized & Making Homemade Soup 1. Select a soup recipe and read it all the way through. Add the ingredients you need to your shopping list. Shop for your ingredients. 2. Figure out the best time to make your soup. It may be early in the morning on Saturday before the kids wake up. Or, it may be immediately after dinner when the house is getting quiet for the evening. 3. Get all your ingredients ready before turning on the burner to cook. Take items out of the dry pantry, fridge, freezer. Wash, peel, chop veggies. Measure out soup stock. 4. Get out your soup … [Read more...] about Getting Organized in the Kitchen Saves Time with Homemade Soup
Spice Up Chicken with New, Easy Recipes
May 2012 Easy Solutions: Spring in the Supermarket & Kitchen is Simple, Nutritious Step 1: Shop for nutritious fruits and veggies: kale to lightly saute, radishes for a salad, late season oranges/tangerines for a snack Step 2: Shop for nutritious whole grains: farro for a side dish, barley for a soup, light popcorn for a snack Step 3: Shop for nutritious dairy foods: plain yogurt to mix with fruit, 1% milk for homemade coffee latte, string cheese for a snack Simple Meals for Spring: Step 1. Breakfast: Whole grain toaster waffle + vanilla yogurt + berries + herb … [Read more...] about Spice Up Chicken with New, Easy Recipes
Mediterranean Flavors Make Meal Planning Easier!
Flavors from the Mediterranean Do you like the flavors of Italy? Do you like the flavors of Greece? Do you like the flavors of Turkey or Spain? All of these countries have coastlines on the Mediterranean Sea and, because of this, they share similar climates and some similar food ingredients and flavors. Menu Planning from the Mediterranean Whether or not you live near the Mediterranean Sea, you can enjoy eating a meal that is traditional to that area. It's fun, too. Maybe you'll want to plan a simple pasta dinner with red sauce made from garlic, basil and tomatoes. Or maybe you'll … [Read more...] about Mediterranean Flavors Make Meal Planning Easier!
Simple & Healthy Broccoli with Cheese Recipe
Broccoli with Cheese Here's a broccoli recipe the whole family will love! Kids can help by measuring the ingredients and sprinkling the cheese, with supervision. Makes 6 servings 4 cups Broccoli 1 cup Cheddar cheese, natural, shredded or grated 1 tsp Paprika (optional, adds natural color) Wash broccoli well in cool tap water. Shake off extra water. Trim any dry ends from broccoli stalk. Cut entire broccoli bunch into bite-size pieces. Place into a microwave-safe dish and add about ½ inch water. Cover dish with microwavable lid or waxed … [Read more...] about Simple & Healthy Broccoli with Cheese Recipe