Save The Skins

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Scrub the skins on potatoes, carrots, apples, and peaches and eat them as part of a healthful diet. Peeling off the skin removes antioxidants and bioflavinoids known for their health benefits of protecting against heart disease and cancer.  Read More →

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Slicing Tip

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Use unwaxed dental floss to slice hardboiled eggs, cookie dough, and soft cheeses. Slices will be thinner and neater than if you cut them with a knife.  Read More →

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Cooking with Cheese

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Hard cheeses shred much better if you refrigerator for about 25 minutes before grating. Cut or grate cheese before you melt it or blend with other food ingredients.  Read More →

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The Magic of Cayenne Pepper

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Add cayenne pepper to food recipes to help calm acid indigestion and prevent stomach ulcers. Antibacterial properties of the herb destroy harmful bacteria in the digestive system.  Read More →

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Cooking Cereal

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Over stirring cooked cereals can turn them into a sticky, gummy consistency. Stirring causes the starch on the surface of the grains to swell and thicken the water around the cereal grains, especially if there is not enough water in the pan to start.  Read More →

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Steaming Vegetables

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You can steam about 2 cups of sliced vegetables at one time. While cooking times vary, most types of vegetables are tender within 5 minutes of steaming.  Read More →

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Slicing Fresh Herbs and Vegetables

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When slicing and dicing fresh herbs or vegetables, press the tip of the knife against the cutting board. Rock the knife back and forth as you cut through the food.  Read More →

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How To Calculate Potatoes

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Don’t know how to calculate how many potatoes to peel to have enough mashed potatoes to feed your dinner guests? On average, if you cook 1/2 pound of raw potatoes for each person, you should have plenty of mashed potatoes to go around the table.  Read More →

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Healthy Lunch Tips

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Pack tortillas or whole grain breads, crackers, or bagels in your child’s lunchbox. Add chopped celery, shredded carrots or apples, and grapes to tuna or egg salad sandwiches for a more nutritious meal.  Read More →

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Lower Acid In Tomatoes

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Lower the acid from the tomatoes in spaghetti sauce by adding a pinch of baking soda, which can help to neutralize stomach acid.  Read More →

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