Hard-shell squash is a great fall and winter vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. Squash comes in many shapes, but the most popular types are Acorn, Spaghetti, Butternut, Delicata, Hubbard, and Pumpkin. These squashes have different flavors and textures which all lend themselves to unique dishes. In this article, we will…
It’s important to follow food safety guidelines when cooking. Bacteria that cause foodborne illnesses can easily be transferred to your hands, kitchen surfaces, utensils, and other food when you wash chicken or turkey before cooking. Doesn’t poultry have harmful bacteria that you should wash off? Yes, poultry can harbor harmful bacteria. When you wash raw…
Anyone with a child in school knows the struggle of packing healthy snacks for their kids. Today, I’m sharing a peanut-free list of safe (pre-packaged) snacks to add to your child’s lunch. Packing Safe Lunches Can Be Difficult When Food Allergies Are Involved As a mother of a child with life-threatening food allergies, it warms…
Back-to-school time usually leads to busy schedules and hurried meals. The stress of getting meals on the table can sometimes be overwhelming and have us resorting to take-out or frozen dinners. But there is a better way! By following these quick tips, you will be able to design a no-worries week of homemade meals that…
Photo by 8 Eyes Photography on Foter.com A recipe calls for brown sugar, and you realize you are out. What to do?! How To Make Brown Sugar at Home You can make brown sugar at home with just a few simple ingredients. For each cup of brown sugar called for in your recipe, follow the substitutions below. Light…
Find a recipe that calls for self-rising flour, and you only have all-purpose? Don’t have time for a grocery run? Here’s an easy recipe for how to make your own self-rising flour. Self-Rising Flour Recipe 1 cup of unbleached all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt Whisk all ingredients together until well…
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