Very much like cooking, it seems to be a lost art in todays world. Nothing tastes better than fresh picked food. You don’t have to be an expert gardener to get some of the basics going at home. Here’s a thought process to get you started… Container Garden: If you want to start really simple, you can start with some…
There are so many ways to whip together simple recipes that taste good. Shopping a few times a week for fresh ingredients allows you to keep a flow of nutritious options available. With a little practice, you can develop a system for food prep that is diverse in taste, texture, and presentation without ever having to throw food away. Learning…
Practicing some cooking techniques at home allows you to make quick, simple, and delicious meals from scratch. Pan searing meats, eggs, and fish on the stove top give you the chance to pack in wonderful flavor. Learn the simple art of finishing in the oven for the perfect combination of flavor and tenderness. You will need a few things before…
Rolling into Monday without any planning for your nutrition can set destroy your whole week. Take advantage of Sunday to get food shopping and meal prep done for the next few days. Not only can you have some tasty meals for relaxing on Sunday, but have great leftovers for the next few days. Preparing for future meals sets the tone…
Eating at home is the best way to ensure you are getting real, clean, and nutritious ingredients. With a little practice, you can master techniques to cook delicious food in bulk and have healthy options whenever you need them. The Crock Pot is a home chef staple and can make planning for your food week much easier. Crock Pot is…
One of the oldest, and tastiest, methods of cooking. Sealing, then unleashing flavor as time goes on, this versatile skillet is an impressive tool for your repertoire. Jump in and master the cast iron as soon as possible. Cast iron is a naturally non stick surface. This means easy cooking, and more importantly, easy cleaning. This is also one of…
A little planning goes a long way, especially with your weekly meals. Get in the habit of thinking a few days ahead for your cooking, shopping, and leftover options. Here’s a two-day meal plan sample that covers it all: MONDAY 9:30am Egg Frittata with Tomato, Spinach, Goat cheese (leftover from Sunday) w/Side Salad Mixed Greens 12:30pm Chopped Salad with Canned…
We all know how hard it is to get in eight servings of fruits and vegetables a day. It’s near impossible. Don’t overlook simple and tasty combinations that can compliment any meal or serve as a quick and healthy snack. Grab an easy “plus three” in the veggie column with the right mindset. Most of the time, it’s the easiest…
Have you heard of the term “free radicals”? Our body and our environment are producing them all the time on a cellular level. If they overload the antioxidants in our body, it could mean trouble. Cooking with fats that can’t maintain their structure under high heat creates excess free radicals. Let’s take a look at what we’re using to cook…
Set yourself up for success! What you have in front of you every day is what you’re going to eat. We’ve all heard “shop the exterior”, which is absolutely true (real food). A next level practice includes thinking about meal prep, which markets to go to, and how many times a week to get it done. NUMBER OF SHOPS: Generally speaking,…