4 Essential Kitchen Knives You Need

knife set with 4 essential kitchen knives

When it comes to kitchen knives there are as many opinions as there are professional and amateur chefs.

Here I will just add my two cents to the whole discussion and show you what I believe are the 4 essential kitchen knives that I use almost every day.

Even if you only order food online you still need some basic knives in your kitchen

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White Eggs Or Brown Eggs?

white and brown eggs in a bowl

When you ask people their opinion about the difference between white and brown eggs you get all kinds of answers.

The ones I hear the most are:

  • Brown eggs are farm eggs and are dirty
  • Brown eggs are more expensive
  • White eggs taste better
  • Brown eggs taste better
  • Brown eggs are healthier
  • White eggs come from a poultry farm

For a long time, I had the same opinion as many others. I decided to dig a little deeper and try to find the answer to the question of what is the real difference between white and brown eggs.

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5 Healthy Foods To Add To Your Diet

There are a ton of questions that ask what are the healthiest foods that you should eat.

There are just as many answers as there are questions but I have found 5 healthy foods that everyone should add to their diet on a regular basis.

fresh salmon on a plate that sits on the table

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Why You Should Eat More Vegetables Than Fruit (5 Benefits)

We know you already eat your veggies. But you can do better. You can incorporate more vegetables into your meal schedule.

And mind you, we are not nudging you over to a full-bore vegetarian. We understand that you wouldn’t let go of a tasteful grilled mix of bacon and tenderloin. We wouldn’t either!

Also, you don’t have to adopt the WHO’s 5 fruits/veggies a day recommendation. However, the sooner you incorporate more vegetables into your meal, the more benefit you’ll reap.

display of fresh vegetables

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Health Benefits Of Omega 3 In Fish – Fatty Acid And Fish Oil

Salmon filled with omega 3

Fish and other seafood are an essential part of a healthy diet. They are significant sources of nutrients, including vitamins D and omega-3 fats. In fact, the dietary guidelines for Americans (1) recommend eating at least 8 ounces of fish and seafood per week.

The benefits of Omega 3 in fish can have significant health benefits for your body and brain. Some types of fish are particularly rich in omega-3 fatty acids, including mackerel, salmon, lake trout, tuna, and herring. And those who don’t like fish can opt for fish oil supplements containing omega 3.

Additionally, the Omega 3 in fish (2) comes in two types; eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). So, let’s enlighten you about the benefits of omega 3 in fish.

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Cooking With Children – Safety and Recipes

mother cooking with children

I believe that cooking with children is a very awarding thing to do for several reasons.

“Reason number one to start cooking with children.”

With our lives being so busy there are a lot of days we don’t have enough time to have some quality time with our children or maybe even grandchildren.

“Reason number two to start cooking with children.”

Learning how to cook, even if in its most simple form is a lesson that you can use for the rest of your life. If you add some healthy cooking that is even better of course.

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5 things to know about meal delivery services

man on a bicycle delivering food

Meal delivery services have become a popular way for many families to choose healthier options that are also convenient and often cheaper than a restaurant bill. Here are five things to know about meal delivery services.

A Wide Range Of Options Are Available

There are numerous food delivery services that offer different cuisines, ingredients, and specific dietary needs. Many of these services have menus that can be customized to suit individual preferences. For example, customers who do not eat pork will want to ensure they order meals from a company that does not include this meat in their dishes. Most companies welcome special requests for gluten-free, vegetarian, or vegan recipes for their customers.

The portions of food delivered by these companies are often large enough to provide multiple meals. For example, an individual who wants a healthy lunch during the workday can easily divide one meal into two smaller containers so they have lunch for both>write about a wide range of options that are available

These companies also offer premade meals that are typically single servings. These options are perfect for individuals who want to incorporate a quick, healthy meal into their routine without the hassle of preparing one themselves. Many employees like having these types of pre-made meals available during the workweek so they don’t have to stop at a fast-food restaurant on

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How To Get Enough Protein On A Plant Based Diet

proteins on a plate

Protein is an essential nutrient and should make up 10-35% of your daily caloric intake. This nutrient provides amino acids, which make up protein, which is critical for cell function and growth. It can be difficult to get enough protein on a vegetarian or vegan diet, but it doesn’t mean you have to eat meat to reach this caloric percentage.

One common misconception about vegetarians and vegans is that they do not meet the USDA recommendation of consuming 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight.

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Are fresh vegetables better than frozen?

frozen veruss fresh vegetables

Most opinions are that fresh vegetables are better than frozen ones. But is this always true? I did some research and came up with this.

The truth is, it depends on the vegetable and the way it is frozen. Some vegetables are better frozen fresh.

For example, broccoli loses a lot of its nutritional value when it is boiled. However, if you freeze broccoli raw, the nutrients will be preserved.

Other vegetables are better frozen after they have been cooked. For example, spinach is high in iron, but it loses a lot of this nutrient when it is cooked.

If you freeze spinach after cooking, you will still get the benefits of iron. Also, potatoes are starchier when they are boiled. If you freeze them after boiling, the starch will turn into sugar, and the potato will taste sweeter.

So the question remains. Are fresh vegetables better than frozen? It depends on what type of vegetable you are talking about.

Additionally, fresh vegetables are usually better than frozen ones because freezing the veggies will destroy some of their nutrients.

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Complete Guide To Cuts Of Beef

Before I started to get interested in cooking in general and meats in particular I did not know too much about all the cuts of meat on a cow.

That was a good reason to find information on and write a complete guide to cuts of beef.

Although there are many charts and pictures available online that explain where the different cuts are I decided to dig a little deeper.

Here is one of the charts I found but, to be honest, it still did not explain too much to me about what the cut was that I was eating.

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