While performing a deep-clean on our kitchen this week, I found an old list of "all the best cooking tips" I compiled some time ago. This list has followed me from kitchen to kitchen with every move we've made through the years. … [Read more...]
See When Fruits & Vegetables Are In Season Where You Live
Wondering when certain fruits and vegetables are in season right now? You have a few options: (1) Check out this regional list to see which fruits and vegetables that are in season for your specific area of the country. (2) Find your state in this list to see which fruits and vegetables are in season in the state where you live. (3) Check out this interactive map to see what's in season at this very moment in your state. TIP: You can also see which meats, fish & seafood … [Read more...]
Which Fruits & Vegetables Have The Most & Least Pesticides
I've written about this before... which foods you should buy "organic" vs which are okay to buy "regular" (...because they aren't as likely to be loaded with pesticides). But now I found the official study behind those reports, and I've been hearing a lot about this in the news lately. I thought some of you might be interested in seeing this too... … [Read more...]
How To Eat Organic Foods… On A Budget
In general, meat, milk and eggs are really worth buying organic," says Lisa Lee Freeman, editor in chief of Shop Smart magazine (published by Consumer Reports). In addition, according to MSNBC's ConsumerMan, "Leafy greens and fruits and vegetables with a soft skin, such as strawberries, peaches, and raspberries, are more likely to contain pesticide residues and sometimes higher-risk pesticides. Fruits and vegetables with a thick skin that's not eaten, such as oranges, bananas, and … [Read more...]
Food Tips: Little-Known Secrets About Food Preparation & Cooking
I learned a few little-known secrets and food tips from Martha Stewart today: (Keep reading... it gets better.) ...To keep POTATOES from budding, place an apple in the bag with the potatoes. ...Stuff a miniature marshmallow in the bottom of a sugar cone to prevent ICE CREAM drips. ...Wrap CELERY in aluminum foil when putting in the refrigerator and it will keep for weeks. ...Cure for headaches: Take a LIME, cut it in half and rub it on your forehead. The throbbing will go away. ...Don't … [Read more...]
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