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Love Your Leftovers with These Simple and Delicious Ideas

Love Your Leftovers with These Simple and Delicious Ideas

Reducing food waste is a powerful way to make the most of what you have while being kind to both your wallet and the planet. Whether you're repurposing leftover ingredients or transforming what would normally be tossed, there are endless ways to reduce waste and create exciting meals.

We’ve all been there: inspired by weekend meal prep, you’ve prepped enough food to last the week, only to find yourself and your family tired of the same dishes by midweek. But don’t let boredom send your leftovers to the trash! Instead, let’s explore some simple and creative ways to breathe new life into your meals and give new purpose to your kitchen scraps.

Cooking Hacks to Make Your Veggies Taste Great

Cooking Hacks to Make Your Veggies Taste Great

Do you eat enough vegetables? Vegetables are such an underestimated part of the food group. We know how healthy they are for us, with all their vitamins and minerals, but most people don't enjoy eating them because of their taste. Luckily, there are many ways to prepare delicious veggies that you can actually enjoy eating! Keep reading to find out how!

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Fireside Recipes to Enjoy by the Fire this Fall

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Fireside Recipes to Enjoy by the Fire this Fall

As we countdown the last weeks of Fall, I’ll be spending as much time enjoy the last bit of outdoor weather. One of my favorite ways to do this is by dining alfresco, especially around a cosy fire. Whether you love to camp or you'd rather tend to your backyard BBQ, fireside recipes are one delicious way to entertain.

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What Are The Healthiest Oils And Fats To Cook With?

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What Are The Healthiest Oils And Fats To Cook With?

If you haven’t heard by now, fat is your friend!

Dietary fat provides energy, supports cell maintenance, enhances nutrient absorption, and is essential for producing some hormones. 

Dietary fat got a bad reputation a while back, it was blamed for increasing rates of obesity and heart disease. Now, thanks to science and the increasing popularity of fat-containing diets, like Paleo and Keto, we know fat is an essential nutrient and a critical component of a healthy diet.

However, not all fats are created equal. Some fats come with extra health benefits and some can be harmful to your health and should be avoided all together.

One of the best ways to include healthy fats in your diet is using high quality cooking oils. When it comes to cooking, the type of cooking and amount of heat matter when selecting which oil to cook with.

In general, oils that are highly processed should be avoided. These include vegetable oil blends, like canola, soybean, sunflower, and safflower oils.