In general, produce that has a skin like oranges, ginger and beets should be peeled before juicing. Watermelon and pineapple may ease the burden on your juicer if they’re diced. Step 5: Juice it! You can pretty much put in your ingredients and let the juicer do the work. Remember to...
Spicy Potato and Spinach Curry: Throw in a handful of fresh spinach leaves during the last few minutes of cooking for a nutritious twist. Benefits of Spicy Potato Curry: Potatoes are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and B vitamins. The spices used in ...
Elote (Mexican Street Corn): Another handheld favorite that's a great veggie side to have on hand, especially in the summertime when corn is at its freshest. Classic Pico De Gallo: You can top your nachos with my favorite pico de gallo recipe instead of fresh tomatoes, and use any left...
Too much potassium (hyperkalemia) can lead to an abnormal heart rhythm. In scientific terms, this is called a cardiac arrhythmia. On the other end of the spectrum, too little potassium can also cause cardiac arrhythmia! As you can see, it’s all about balance. If you’ve been experiencin...
Chicken Breasts: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are what I call for here, but you can also swap in chicken thighs for the breasts if you prefer. Thighs take much longer in the pan, and actually cook best with a quick trip to the oven. If you want to change the protein altogether,...
Bags of salad leaves are quite expensive to buy and have a fairly short lifespan in the fridge. Grow your own and you can pick exactly how much you want and need. By growing a range of different types and sowing at different times of year, you can have fresh salad leaves available nea...
Cool season crops including lettuce, spinach and peas can be started in mid-spring. Designers: Craig Quirk and Larry Neill. Photo by: Janet Loughrey.Grow what you like: Make a list of vegetables that you like to eat. Consider how much you will actually consume, and whether you want to ...
Grow carrots in soil rich in organic matter; feed carrot beds with aged compost. Avoid nitrogen-rich fertilizers; too much nitrogen can cause carrot roots to fork. Compost is rich in phosphorus and potassium which help keep roots from becoming hard and woody. ...
To store, let the toasted pita bread cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container or zip-top bag.Remove as much air as possible. If you have one, toss in a spare silica packet to help ward off any moisture. Store in a dark, cool, dry spot at room temp for the best resu...
Note: Start with fresh lettuce. Avoid packing lettuce that’s been sitting too long in a warehouse or your fridge, as old or wilted lettuce will reduce the freshness window. Pin What Tools Do I Need? Hearts of romaine lettuce (Sturdy lettuce works best. Iceberg, spinach and spring mix ...