Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to “choose your own adventure” in the new and exciting field of condiment awareness. Last week in the mental mission, I encouraged you to begin reading condiment labels and being conscious of how many condiments you use and what quantity. (photo source) At our house, we […]
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Spinach is one of those items that, when you want to use fresh, almost always results in some leftovers. A nice big bag or box of spinach is usually more than one recipe calls for. I think it’s important to use fresh spinach in your diet (it’s a Super Food, after all), and it’s also
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The FDA actually FINALLY made a final call regarding trans fat in Sept 2017: FDA update from 9/29/17 FDA update from 2015 – “trans fat” has officially been banned by the FDA (after they allowed it in foods for decades, harumph). But you should still avoid fake fats, including anything “hydrogenated” or “interesterified.” That scary word is the
Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to make a pledge not to buy canned vegetables. They’re not worth your money for the nutrition they provide. But don’t worry – there are some great alternatives that are just as convenient. Why Shouldn’t I Cook with Canned Vegetables? Canning vegetables involves plenty of heat and lots
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It might sound scary, but making homemade yogurt is quite simple! I’ll give you step-by-step instructions and a yogurt troubleshooting guide to make sure you have yogurt success! It’s a Choose Your Own Adventure Monday Mission today…Find your yogurt profile below, and take one (maybe two?) step forward. I don’t eat yogurt…Your challenge is to
Dry beans make a frugal, nutritious addition to your weekly menu. Learning how to cook dry beans is a great skill for everyone to master. You can even teach your kids to prepare dry beans! Or cook dry beans in your Instant Pot. Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to simply eat more
Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to avoid drinking from plastic as much as possible. One way to be both healthy in body AND good to the environment in the kitchen is to make sure the materials you’re using aren’t dangerous to either. There’s a lot of buzz about plastics lately, mostly focusing
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Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to focus on being master of your dishwasher: getting it to do its best to serve you with clean dishes and serve the environment by using the least energy and resources possible. 1. Cut down on the detergent you use. (click to skip down) 2. Exchange your
Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to reduce food waste. By completing this mission you’ll not only save money, but you’ll also be doing the earth a favor! I’m going to help you repurpose two common food waste categories: bread heels and cooked vegetables. Save your bread heels and stale bread to make croutons
Monday Mission #1: Increased Handwashing and Decreased Antibacterial Soap Your mission, if you choose to accept, is three-fold (I know, I’m not supposed to overwhelm you. I can’t help it! The third one is important and easy.): I’ll try to give you some practical ideas below to help you complete the mission. I’m exceedingly practical, and
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