You know those mixes you buy at the store? Do you actually know what's in them? And are they really worth the price you pay? Typically, spice mixes have processed ingredients added to them. They might not be harmful, but they're not necessary. Besides the fact, you can make many of the typical blends much cheaper at home! Spices are a great way to boost your phytochemical intake! As a reminder, phytochemicals are naturally occurring plant chemicals that provide plants with … [Read more...]
15 Time Saving Tips for Cooking Fresh at Home! Part I
Last Thursday, I taught a cooking class for a group who is getting farm fresh veggies each week. If you missed it, my last post outlined the recipe that we used for 5 Simple Steps to Make Soup With Whatever Veggies You Have! As part of the class, we also talked about some time saving tips. Cooking at home with farm fresh veggies is super nutritious, everyone knows that. However, what prevents people from doing it is the fact that it's not particularly convenient! You have to be … [Read more...]
