Produce: The Fresh vs. Frozen Debate

Frozen foods get a bad rap for being processed junk. But the truth is, some of the healthiest foods in the market are in the freezer section. Hint: it’s produce! This is because frozen fruits and vegetables are at their peak of ripeness, easy to use, and readily available. Whether fruits and...

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Egg Techniques

Ever struggled to boil eggs to the cook you want? Too little time and you can get an egg that is too runny, but too long and you can have it overcooked. What about poaching eggs? This technique seems a lot harder than it is! This post is going to cover boiling, peeling, and poaching eggs, but...

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Marinating, Pan Frying, and Deglazing

If you’ve been keeping up with us throughout January, you’ll remember that we covered the powerful protein food group, and we took a closer look into which cuts of meat are the most economical. Today, we are discussing how to turn those tougher, more cost-effective meats into some...

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Alternative Protein Sources: More than Meat

Alternative protein sources are often overlooked by their meaty counterparts. When people think of protein, meat is probably the first thing that comes to mind. In reality, however, there are numerous other sources of protein that are just as if not more valuable for you to consume. The protein...

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The Powerful Protein Food Group

The protein food group is more than just powerful – it is essential! Proteins provide nutrients that are crucial for your body to have in order for you to remain healthy. Including different types of protein sources in your diet means that you will get a well-rounded intake of the nutrients...

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Beans: A Protein Packed Punch

This month we are focusing on the protein food group. To kick us off, we are focusing on beans as protein sources. This is because today, January 6th, is national beans day! Beans are more than a substitute for meat. They are nutrient dense legumes that make you feel fuller, faster. In fact, beans...

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Buying in Bulk

Buying in bulk has numerous benefits that you do not want to miss out on! However, buying in bulk can be intimidating, because there is a wide variety of items that can be purchased in bulk. Because of this, it can be difficult to know which items actually make sense for you and your family. This...

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