The crock pot is famous for its slow cooking that brings wonderful flavor and taste to recipes. It works with conventional foods, but what if you’re dealing with something frozen like a chicken? How long to cook frozen chicken in crock pot to get good results? It’s a simple enough question, but there are several … Read more
Mashed potatoes are one of those dishes that are easy to make and loved by pretty much everyone. Whether it’s just a quick meal or even a fancy dinner, mashed potatoes are rarely out of place. Beloved and versatile as they are, there are times when you can’t simply serve mashed potatoes. Which begs the … Read more
Sun-dried tomatoes are tomatoes preferably dehydrated under the direct rays of the sun. Thanks to this dehydrating technique they keep their aroma, tart acidity with some sweetness and chewy texture as well as vitamins and beneficial properties. While it’s the best way to dehydrate tomatoes, you can also dehydrate them in the oven or dehydrator … Read more
The Optavia program and their Habits of Health® transformational system are famous for having helped people have a better diet and lifestyle. But, not everyone is happy with the program and what it includes. There are quite a few stories where people explain “Why I quit Optavia” and it’s worth a peek to see how … Read more
Turmeric is a spice coming from the ginger family. It is native to southern India and Indonesia and has gained popularity in many cuisines. It is used in stews, soups, curries, pickllings, vegetable and rice dishes, smoothies, juices and hot drinks. It has a bright orange color which reflects on the dish. It is often … Read more
Optavia fuelings are designed to provide excellent nutrition while also maintaining taste. It’s a tough task, but they manage to strike a balance. But, there’s always the possibility of doing more while staying true to your diet. The answer is Optavia fueling hacks that you could employ to add zing to the fuelings. These hacks … Read more
Baking often requires the use of yeast. If you enjoy baking, you’d usually go out and buy a packet (or few) of yeast for your baking needs. Of course, yeast isn’t available in large containers, but is generally available in small packets. So, how much yeast is in a packet? The answer to this also … Read more
Made with meat from the sirloin, the tri tip roast is a flavorful and amazing delicacy. Its wonderfully smoky flavor can be the heart and soul of a BBQ or cookout. Given how delicious and sought-after this roast is, it’s a bit of a surprise how quick it is to prepare. Yet, for all its … Read more
While cooking anything, it’s important to make sure that the food isn’t undercooked or overcooked. It’s even more important when working with animal meat or seafood. If overcooked, it won’t taste right, but if undercooked, you risk the threat of food poisoning or worse. So, it’s important to have seafood like shrimp cooked right. So, … Read more
Celery belongs to the same family as carrots, parsley and celeriac. It has a crunchy texture and strong aroma which makes it one of the fresh condiments for soups, stews, salads, pasta pots, pickles and many other dishes calling for flavorful herbs, greens and vegetables. Although celery can be found all year round, you may … Read more