Here’s a statistic that will blow your mind: about 60 million tons of food go to waste every year in the USA! Wasting food is as bad for the environment as it is for our wallets. Mastering the art of keeping food fresh longer will undoubtedly benefit your wallet (and your belly) for years to …
Food & Drink
Staring into the refrigerator at a carton of milk or a container of yogurt often leads to a moment of hesitation. The date stamped on the package passed yesterday. Does that mean the food is suddenly dangerous? Or is it perfectly fine to eat? This confusion is widespread. In fact, nearly 40 percent of the …
You open the fridge, praying for a breakfast miracle, but all that’s there is a sad bottle of mustard. Looks like it’s a drive-thru kind of morning. Fast food gets a bad rap for being a nutritional nightmare, but these days, menus have stepped up their game, if you know where to look. Eating on …
Oatmeal frequently receives all the credit when the conversation turns to heart-healthy, high-fiber breakfasts. With 4 grams of fiber per half-cup serving, oats certainly do a decent job of starting the day right. However, relying on the same bowl of porridge every morning can get repetitive fast. Diverse fiber sources support gut health and keep …
There’s definitely a draw to the shiny appeal of aluminum cookware with its featherlight construction, wallet-friendly prices, and heat conductivity that’s off the charts. For many, it’s a go-to for everything from quick veggie stir-fries to hearty soups simmering on the stove. While aluminum cookware is generally safe, did you know that certain foods can …
The typical supermarket only has a three-day supply of food. Alarmingly, disruptions in the supply chain, natural disasters, or even economic shifts can cause temporary food shortages. Being prepared with a well-stocked pantry (and other stockpiled items) ensures that you and your family have essential sustenance, even when circumstances become challenging. While panic buying and …
Over 60% of the calories consumed by young people in the U.S. originate from ultra-processed foods. These factory-made concoctions, often masked as convenient snacks and meals, are teeming with artificial ingredients, excessive sugar, unhealthy fats, and a hefty dose of sodium. Although they may tempt people with delicious flavors, their long-term health consequences are far …
This time of year is perfect for a creamy, warming bowl of soup. Butternut squash is a favorite, as it tastes a little sweeter than other types of winter squashes. It’s a popular cool-season vegetable packed with nutrition and a great source of healthy carbohydrates. Soups are a comfort food favored by many (think asparagus, …
Lavender simple syrup imparts a wonderful floral flavor to your favorite beverages. With just three ingredients and three steps, you can easily make your own to impress guests, pamper yourself, or give as gifts. Once you learn how to make lavender simple syrup, your fridge might never be without it again. What is lavender simple …
The weather is chilly now, and what could be better than a smooth, creamy soup at the end of the day? It takes about an hour to make this soup, but it tastes just as good (if not better) the next day, so it’s easy to make a double portion and enjoy it for two …