Save The Skins

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.

Cooking Ground Beef

Cook ground beef to 160 degrees F to make sure that it is done. Hamburger often turns brown before the meat has reached a safe internal temperature. The only sure way to make certain that beef, poultry, fish or pork is thoroughly cooked is to use a meat thermometer.

How To Get Kids To Eat Their Vegetables

Add finely chopped vegetables in with lean ground beef or turkey when making burgers for a finicky eater. This is a great way to sneak in the veggies that your child won’t eat, and the best part is he will never know.

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Celery Nutritional Facts

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.

How to Add Vitamin C to a Hamburger

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.

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How To Calculate Potatoes

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.

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.

Cleaning the Kitchen Sink

Keep kitchen faucet handles clean, as bacteria grow anywhere that dampness is present. Frequently wash faucets with soap and hot water. Rinse and allow to air dry.

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.

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