Cooking with Cast Iron Cookware

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Cook fat free with cast iron cookware. Spread just a light coating of cooking oil on the surface and then warm the pan on low to medium heat before adding the food.  Read More →

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Celery Nutritional Facts

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Celery has more potassium than bananas, which are not always a good choice for diabetics. Not everyone knows it, but celery is also an excellent source of fiber.  Read More →

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Best Practices When Cooking With Eggs

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Eggs should be stored at an ambient air temperature of 45°F, although for cooking purposes, it is better to use eggs at room temperature. Remove any eggs you will need for a recipe from the refrigerator at least a half hour beforehand, but do not crack the eggs until you are ready to use them.  Read More →

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Best time to purchase produce

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Purchase produce in season for the best buys and quality. Keep in mind that the more colors of fruits and vegetables in your shopping cart, the more nutrients your family will consume. Image Source: karimian  Read More →

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How to Add Vitamin C to a Hamburger

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Top that lean, juicy, grilled burger with some coleslaw instead of pickles for a filling and nutritious change. A sweet-and-sour recipe will provide plenty of crunch in addition to the vitamin C in the shredded cabbage. Photograph Source: pointnshoot  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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