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Southwestern Corn and Shrimp SoupYou can never go wrong with this soup which blends the flavors of sweet corn, umami-rich shrimp, creamy milk and tangy limes. They present a happy sight, too, when garnished with avocado and shrimp.Prep time: 20 minutesCook time: 20 minutesYield: 4 servingsIngredients:4 (10-ounce) packages frozen corn kernels, thawed1 cup low-fat yogurt1 cup milkjuice of 2 to 3 limes or about 1/3 cup1 teaspoon ground coriandercayenne pepperpepper1 lb. cooked frozen shrimp...
Sweet potatoes and carrots share the common feature of being powerhouses of Vitamin A, the hardworking and multi-tasking vitamin, antioxidant and beauty nutrient. What’s more, these vegetables are high-fiber, whole-grain crops which have many nutrients to offer. The bonus is that they are delicious vegetables as well, and are versatile cooking ingredients to boot, even as they can be cooked into the yummiest soups.Sweet Potato and Chipotle SoupThe combination of sweet and hot...
Soups are especially satisfying when they contain beans. Beans are protein powerhouses which also pack fiber, antioxidants and other nutrients. They are low-cost, low-cholesterol and excellent substitutes for meat. The following duo of recipes features 2 of the 5 healthiest beans. To save you lots of time, these recipes are pantry meals which make use of canned beans.Lentil SoupThis hearty soup features the earthy, nutty flavors of lentils cooked in chicken broth and...
Pureed soups are versatile and very flavorful soups. If you have a food blender or better yet, a stick blender, you can whip up these creamy soups out of any vegetables you have—starchy root crops, corn and beans. The creamy consistency and homogeneous texture of this type of soup makes it a hit with both adults and kids alike. Pureed soups are, in fact, the best way to introduce vegetables to kids, babies even.With tortilla, crackers or toast, these creamy soups can be meals...
Wade through the assortment of tips below for some things which just might prove very helpful to you as you work in your kitchen. From decluttering to decorating, organizing to cost-cutting, these various tips are worth noting.Use fruits both as food and décor.A bowl of fresh fruits livens up the kitchen in much the same way that a vase of fresh flowers does. And the difference is that fruits—unlike flowers-- are edible.Think high up.Use as much vertical space as you can to save...
When you have but 10 minutes to spare, you’d be surprised how much that little time can still accomplish in the area of kitchen organizing. 1. Organize one shelf in your kitchen pantry. Take everything out, wipe down the shelf and put everything back in. The next time you have 10 minutes more to spare, tackle the next shelf.2. Take everything out from your freezer and rearrange them back in. Toss away freezer-burned items. Your freezer will have a...
One of the most common paper clutters in your household would probably be your recipes. That is if you have not taken the time to do some organizing in that area. What are the ways of organizing recipes? Read on and you may just find something that works for your particular needs and style.PreparationThe first step you must undertake before organizing your recipes is to eliminate unnecessary items first. What recipes are not worth keeping? Firstly, those recipes...
The key to facilitating and maintaining cleanliness and order in the kitchen is to make use of smart kitchen storage solutions which marry functionality and beauty. You will find your kitchen easy to clean and maintain if you have the following storage tools:Roll-out StorageYou will thank these convenient roll-out drawers for the convenience they will give you in the kitchen. These roll-out drawers are measured to fit conventional cabinet and drawer sizes. With its grilled...
The kitchen is probably the area in the house which has the most number of things. That makes it the room with the highest tendency for clutter. In addition, it is also the most-used area and thus gets the brunt of human activity and disorder. Organizing your kitchen is indeed a challenge but it can be manageable if you learn the basics.Benefits of Organizing Your KitchenOrganizing your kitchen deep-cleans your kitchen. When all you do each day is wash the dishes and...
Just because the interiors of your kitchen cabinets are hidden from view doesn’t mean you should not bother to organize them. When you fail to give these hardworking cabinets the attention they deserve, they’re bound to be a catch-all for all things. You may even end up dreading the thought of opening them. Follow these tips on how to put order into those little spaces in your kitchen.Set a kitchen cabinet cleaning schedule.It may not be practical to clean your kitchen...
On top of the knowledge and skills one must have in order to be an efficient meal planner, there are also physical must-have tools. The following items are simple and cheap, yet they are very useful workhorses when it comes to list-making, shopping and meal planning.Coupon OrganizerA coupon organizer is a nifty tool for keeping your coupon collection neat. There are many colors and designs to choose from. An accordion-type organizer with several tabs for separating different...
Efficient and ergonomic shopping is a requisite skill for meal planning. After all, what can one cook if there are no groceries at hand or if there are too many missing items? Shopping calls for more than just passion. A meal planner should not just be a passionate shopper, but a smart one, a consummate shopper if need be. Here are smart tips for smart shopping.Shop no more than twice a week.If you can get by with once-a-week shopping, that is a good time-saver. ...
The kitchen is probably the area in the house which has the most number of things. That makes it the room with the highest tendency for clutter. In addition, it is also the most-used area and thus gets the brunt of human activity and disorder. Organizing your kitchen is indeed a challenge but it can be manageable if you learn the basics.Benefits of Organizing Your KitchenOrganizing your kitchen deep-cleans your kitchen. When all you do each day is wash the dishes and...
If you want to have easy, breezy dinners, learning some pantry meal recipes by heart is essential. Having a few pre-cooked canned ingredients at hand will save the day when you’re too tired or too time-pressed. Below is a pair of pantry meals with a seafood theme and some new tastes that are worth exploring.Greek Shrimp and RiceDine in Greek style without fussing too much. This pantry meal of rice pilaf mix cooked in Mediterranean herbs, canned shrimp and olives will give you...
Pantry meals are loosely defined as meals in which a few to most of the ingredients are pantry items such as canned and packaged goodies. When you have an array of pantry meal recipes in your cooking repertoire and you take the time to stock your pantry well, you’ll always be ready for quick meals and unexpected entertaining. Here is pantry meal cooking 101.1. Stock up your pantry with these staple items:different varieties of pastas, both regular and whole-grainan assortment...
Learn a new recipe every week.The reason why many moms (and their families) get discouraged with meal planning is that they have very few recipes to work on. That is, their repertoire of recipes is so limited that the same dishes get served day in and day out and boredom sets in. The working mom should take time each week to read a cookbook or watch cooking shows in the hope of learning a new recipe to try out the following week. Doing this simple chore adds up to learning 52...
Along with make-ahead, freeze-and-reheat, overnight casserole and crockpot dishes, pantry meals are another cooking method you should learn and master if you want to pull off dinners in a jiffy. When you use pre-cooked pantry items, you are basically skipping the time-consuming stuff such as cooking the sauce or boiling the beans thereby shaving a huge chunk off the time and labor a made-from-scratch recipe would normally take. Traditional Risotto Have a taste of this classic Italian...
You can keep dinners from being a mad dash if you make the meals in advance. This pair of make-ahead casseroles is easy and quick to prepare the night before, ready for no more than a few minutes of reheating just before dinner.Vegetable Chicken CasseroleMake this dish ahead and just reheat in time for dinner. This very hearty dish of chicken, noodles and vegetables deserves two thumbs up for taste, nutrition and ease.Prep time: 25 minutesCook time: 20 minutesYield: 4 to 6...
There’s no arguing the fact that salads are the healthiest foods around. Because they are not heat-treated, they are bursting with the raw goodness of nutrients and phytochemicals. They are also crisp, light, colorful and fresh fare. The downside, though, is that produce for salads generally wilt away in a few days—even in the ref. A simple solution to that is to use fruits and vegetables which last longer than most others. Cabbage, radish and apples, for instance,...
Few dinner chores could be easier than bringing a pot of water to a boil, cooking some pasta and stir-frying veggies and sauce to mix with the pasta. The meal is hot, hearty, filling and quick—certainly good dinner material.Spaghetti Aglio e OlioThis Italian dish is so easy that almost all men in Italy know how to cook this. It’s simple pasta with the homely yet rich tastes of garlic, pepper, olive oil and cheese. Just the simple supper you’re glad to make.Prep time: 5...
All-day Crockpot Chicken Your family will love you for this special dish made of chicken that’s slow-cooked for a perfect blending of sweet, sour, spicy and creamy notes. It only takes a few minutes to prepare while the rest of the work is done by the crockpot.Prep time: 10 minutesMarinating time: overnight or at least 6 hoursCook time: 5 to 6 hoursYield: 6 servingsIngredients for the marinade:2 cups chicken broth2 tablespoons frozen orange concentrate¼ teaspoon pepper1 (6-ounce) can...
Pancakes are some of the most favorite foods for breakfast but rarely get cooked because they often take time to prepare. Homemakers everywhere would thus be delighted to learn this make-ahead batter which can be quickly cooked into pancakes or waffles in just a few minutes. Some components of the dough are already cooked and thus keep for about 4 days when refrigerated.On a Saturday night when you have free time, make this batter, refrigerate and take out on mornings for breakfast...
Frittatas are wonderfully warm, soft and rich-tasting egg dishes which are quick to prepare, so heartily filling, can be tweaked in many ways and can be cooked in the stove, regular oven or microwave. Frittatas make very comforting breakfast or brunch foods. Here is a sample pair of lovely frittatas—one made of bacon and the other with the healthful goodness of veggies.Microwave Bacon FrittataThe rich taste of bacon flavors well this soft and creamy frittata. The beauty of...
Breakfast sandwiches may sound like common and boring but when you take the time to learn a variety of recipes and ideas, they can be the pleasantest and quickest breakfasts around. They are also very travel-friendly and can go with you for snack or lunch.If you consider the multitudes of ways you can vary both your bread and your filling, you’ll realize that you will never ever run out of something new. Your bread can be the regular white variety, whole-wheat, pita, tortilla,...
Set the alarm clock a little later than usual, knowing you already have piping hot breakfast ready for the eating. This duo of crockpot breakfast meals is the best way to greet your family a good morning. Spend a little time prepping the dish just before going to bed each night and you’ll wake up to the enticing aroma and fresh taste of homemade meals in the morning.Southwest Crockpot BreakfastYou’ll sleep dreaming about this hearty, filling and oh-so-yummy egg dish with the bite of...
Breakfasts are generally a mad dash. Especially is this true when you have a houseful of school-age kids and you and your spouse work outside the home. Thus, it is often the case that breakfast foods are nothing more than packaged foods reheated. But for those of us who want to scrap the processed foods and prepare nutritious foods, it is nice to brush up on recipes which are easy, quick, healthy and kid-friendly. Here are some ideas:FrittatasFrittatas are the easier...
Imagine not having to think about what to cook for dinner for an entire month. Imagine having your ref and pantry well-stocked for a month’s worth of supplies. Imagine going to the grocery only once or twice in a month. No, these are not wishful thinking. These are the promises of having a monthly meal plan. If you have flexed your meal planning muscles somewhat by regularly making weekly meal plans, it’s time to move on to making a monthly meal plan. ...
The wise learn from the mistakes of fools. The following meal planning faux pas area all-too-common and should serve as warning signs for beginners at meal planning. The meal plan is too rigid.The meal plan is only a tool and not a dictator. Veteran meal planners rarely list down specific dishes under specific days. Rather, they simply write down a list of dishes, look up the list, find out what the family feels like eating, and just cross off the list one dish at a time...
A weekly meal plan is the best place to start when you’re just starting out meal planning. The level of difficulty is just right for novice meal planners. Here is a walk-through on the baby steps to meal planning. With practice and patience, you’re on your way to perfection.Step 1—Make a chart.The chart for a weekly menu plan should have days of the week on one side and the three meals of the day on the other. You can find plenty of weekly meal planning charts that are...
Meal planning will save you a lot of things—time, effort and money. You can up your savings some more by following some tips. Here is a hodge-podge of frugal tips and tricks you can use when planning your meals.Build your menu according to what’s left in the ref and pantry.Before sitting down to write out a menu plan, wander to your pantry and peer inside your ref. Let the remaining supplies give you inspiration on what to cook for the next week. Got some pasta in...
It is often the case that when you set out to do meal planning, your goal is either to save money, time or effort. However worthy these goals are, and however important these are to you personally, the truth is that these goals do not mean much to your family. Nutrition should still be of utmost importance. All the time and money you save would be in vain if you plan meals at the expense of the family’s health. True, those 15-minute meals may be easy for you, but do they...
6. PoultryChop up that bird meat into cubes and toss into salad greens seasoned with the usual salad trimmings.Shred chicken or turkey meat and combine with ranch dressing and sour cream for a tangy taco filling.Roughly chop up poultry meat into bite-sized pieces and mix with Alfredo sauce, carrots, peas and celery. Bake into piping hot pot pies.Whip up a Cobb salad by tossing together shredded turkey meat, shredded lettuce, bacon, hard-cooked eggs, avocado slices, cranberries,...
A lot of times, leftovers just seem inevitable. Poor appetite of some members of the family, miscalculation in the part of the cook, a low turnout after a party or a cooking mishap-- all of these may result in leftover food. How do you rescue leftover food safely and tastefully? Take advice from the pros and learn the following guidelines:Refrigerate leftover food as soon as possible.Do not let leftover food sit for too long at room temperature to avoid spoilage. ...
If you have finally reached the resolve to take charge of your family’s nutrition, you will find that these meal planning fundamentals will be of great help to you.Determine the dishes you want to include in your meal plan.Every family is unique and yours is no exception. The best cookbooks could not serve your family’s particular preferences so that you really have to sit down and write out a list of foods which are certified family favorites. What are your kids’ favorite breakfast...
Don’t let your money go down the drain by just letting your leftover foods rot. With the following leftover cooking recipes up your sleeve, you can breathe fresh new life to your old foods.1. PotatoesCreamy Potato SoupBaked potatoes can have a new lease on life by being cooked into a steaming hot potato soup. Dice or blend leftover potatoes, mix with onions and herbs, butter, milk and stock and bring to a boil and then to a short simmer.Very Easy Mashed PotatoesFor an almost...
The frugal homemaker always has a plan to store, reheat or cook up leftover foods. However, the many cases of food poisoning in the home due to improper handling of leftover food can result in hospital expense rather than savings. Arming yourself with the knowledge on leftover food handling is key to avoiding unnecessary expense.Refrigerate cooked food within 2 hours after cooking.Food should be refrigerated not more than 2 hours after being cooked. This time limit is even...
The string of Christmas parties inevitably leaves a trail of leftover food items in the ref. How do you transform them into still-ravishing dishes which do not seem like leftovers at all? Here are some tips and tricks.Leftover TurkeyBecause turkey is the iconic symbol of the holidays, it is also one of the most common leftover foods. Choose from among the following leftover cooking ideas on how to give second life to that leftover bird.Shred turkey meat and sauté in taco...
Cooking your own meals may be the best thing you can do for your family. Aside from being good for your health and easy on your pocket, cooking at home has many other fringe benefits which you may not have considered.Cooking your own meals saves much money.Dining out may seem a lot more easy, and of course, dining out occasionally provides a break for the family. Yet all those eating out sessions add up to a hefty amount in the end. But if you cook most of your meals at home, practice bulk...
Setting out to reduce the frequency of eating out is one worthy goal anyone can hope to achieve. However, if you’ve been accustomed to foregoing home cooking and settling for fastfood or convenience foods, the switch to homemade cooking can be hard. Fortunately, there are things which can help you reach your goal of eating out less often and cooking up your own meals at home.Food Blogs and WebsitesSometimes the only thing that can start us on the pathway to home cooking is to find...
Shrimps are healthier than red meat, definitely easier to cook, budget-friendly and just so rich in taste. You’ll never go wrong serving these sizzling seafood sides come New Year’s Day.Cocktail Party ShrimpSplit shrimps are brushed with butter, coated with thyme-flavored bread crumbs and baked to a buttery, toasty shrimp goodness.Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 15 minutesYield: 8 servingsIngredients:32 jumbo-sized shrimps (about 2 ½ lbs.), peeled and deveined2 (8-ounce) sticks salted butter,...
When you’re done cooking the main dishes and sides for the New Year party, you would be utterly relieved to make these no-bake desserts in a jiffy. Just a few add-ons and some simple twists to your usual ice cream and cake and you could whip up these sweet delights.Ice Cream ScrambleCoffee-cake Ice Creamcoffee cake ice creamstore-bought butter cakechopped pecans Buy some coffee-cake ice cream, stir in crumbled store-bought cake and chopped pecans then refreeze for a nutty and fluffy...
Maple-Mustard Pork Loin with Roasted PotatoesMaple and mustard wrap pork loin with a sweet, tangy and earthy flavor and imparts a rich color. And by being laid on a bed of rosemary and in between bacon slices, this pork loin dish is delicious in a full-bodied way.Prep time: 25 minutesCook time: 1 hour and 10 minutesYield: 6 servingsIngredients:¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil¼ cup Dijon mustard2 tablespoons pure maple syrup2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary (plus 12 sprigs)4 cloves garlic,...
Brandy Chicken with Fennel SaladGenerously buttered chicken is baked to a crisp and drizzled all over with pan drippings seared in alcohol and added with cream. And with a crispy fennel salad on the side, the combo is just New Year-perfect.Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 45 minutesYield: 8 servingsIngredients:8 lbs. chicken parts8 tablespoons butter, softenedsalt and pepper3 small onions, quartered1 small bulb fennel, thinly sliced and the fronds coarsely chopped for garnish1 green apple...
Confetti Veggie PancakesShredded bits of three veggies—potato, zucchini and carrots—are flavored with herbs, pan-fried and topped with cheese for a dish that marries taste and nutrition.Prep time: 20 minutesCook time: 20 minutesYield: 16 servingsIngredients:1 large baking potato—peeled, shredded, washed and drained2 carrots, peeled and shredded1 zucchini, shredded1 small onion, finely chopped1 large egg plus 1 large egg white¼ cup whole wheat flour¼ cup cornstarch½ teaspoon baking sodasalt and...
For most of us, New Year’s Day holds a special place in our lives. There is something about beginnings which bring excitement, a feeling of newness and a sense of rebirth. Around the globe, New Year’s Day is welcomed with joyful, hopeful and exultant festivities in optimistic anticipation of the coming year. Let us trot around the globe to learn how different countries celebrate day 1 of each year.UKThe New Year finds Britain in noisome revelry. The people here meet the...
True or not, the Southern belief of eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s day has a charm that goes beyond the good luck it supposedly brings. Peas are rice are chock-full of healthy, fiber-rich and complex carbohydrate goodness and taste, and when you put in ham hock and herbs, the flavors are just perfect for welcoming the New Year.Hoppin’ JohnThis healthy, heartwarming soup will comfort your heart come New Year morning with its delicious peas flavored with ham hock, thickened with rice...
Restaurant-style Prime Rib RoastThe most tender, succulent roast will greet you this New Year with this prime rib roast coated with herbed flour. The crispy crust and the juicy core are just so, so good.Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 2 hoursYield: 14 servingsIngredients:1 (14-pound) roast-ready prime rib roast (with the ribs cut off and tied to the roast)¾ cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon onion powder½ teaspoon...
Four-cheese Margherita PizzaOn New Year’s Day, serve your family this pizza that’s overloaded with cheese and flavored with olive oil, Roma tomatoes and basil for an Italian appeal. The pizza crusts are pre-baked for your convenience.Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 10 minutesYield: 8 servingsIngredients:¼ cup olive oil1 tablespoon minced garlic½ teaspoon sea salt8 Roma tomatoes, sliced2 (12-inch) pre-baked pizza crusts8 ounces shredded Mozzarella cheese4 ounces shredded Fontina cheese10...
The New Year just seems to be the perfect time to set new goals. No matter how many New Year’s resolutions you have broken in the past, it is still healthy to aim afresh for a better health, a fitter body and a more improved life. Here are some health and fitness goals that you would want to embrace for the coming year.NutritionI will serve foods from several food groups at each meal. I will go for the most natural, least-processed foods such as whole grains, fresh fruits and...
There are some who want to cast a dark shadow over the New Year. Bleak financial forecasts, ominous predictions and other negative expectations seem to cloud our annual welcome of the New Year. Let these inspiring quotes on the New Year cheer up your heart and help you keep a positive outlook on the year ahead.“A Happy New Year! Grant that I May bring no tear to any eye When this New Year in time shall end Let it be said I’ve played the friend, Have lived and loved and labored here...