Cayenne Pepper Boosts Immune System

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.

Slow Roasting Ham

Roasting ham in the oven at a low temperature brings out the flavor and makes the meat tender. The bone also adds flavor while the ham is cooking.

Healthy Lunch Tips

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.

Lower Acid In Tomatoes

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

Using Paper Towels

Use clean paper towels that you can throw away to clean up spills from kitchen surfaces. Wet dishcloths provide the perfect environment for bacteria to grow, increasing the likelihood of cross contamination when preparing meals.

Healthy Food Handling

If you have any kind of a cut, scratch or rash on your hands, wear disposable gloves when preparing food or handling kitchen utensils. Remember to wash your hands even while wearing gloves to prevent the spread of germs.

Best Egg Salad Tips

Put a dash of cayenne pepper and a teaspoon of Dijon mustard in egg salad to give it added zest and flavor. Vitamin A, C, and K, along with the beta-carotene found in cayenne pepper help to boost the immune system.

Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables lose more than half of their nutrients within a week of being picked. Buy fresh produce no more than a few days ahead of preparing recipes.

Tips On Cooking Rice

The starch in rice can cause cooked rice to clump together. Rinse rice under cool tap water before cooking. While rinsing washes away some of the nutrients on the outside of the rice, it helps to keep cooked rice from sticking.

How To Properly Grill A Hamburger

Make burger patties about 1/2 inch thick. Chill shaped patties in the refrigerator for an hour before cooking on a preheated grill. This makes them firm for grilling.

Hamburgers get a tough texture if you handle the ground beef too much when shaping into patties. Pressing down with a spatula while cooking a burger releases those savory juices making the meat less flavorful.

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