Archive for February, 2012

Learn How You Can Grill Asparagus The Right Way

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012

Grilling is the perfect cooking method for those who prefer eating healthy than rich. Although it creates flavorful results, it requires very little fats or oils. Although grilling all kinds of meat from fish to chicken to pork to beef to lamb is quite popular, barbecued veggies are also quite a healthy, tasty choice.

There are a variety of vegetables that you can cook on the grill. You will never get short of choices. Asparagus is one of the more popular veggies that people love cooking on top of the grill. It makes for a delectable side dish to any barbecued meat. (more…)

Baby Shower Finger Foods

Friday, February 17th, 2012

When planning a baby shower, determining what the guests will eat is one of the biggest decisions that a host will make.  Will you serve a meal or will there be finger foods? Many hosts are choosing to go with finger foods as it allows the guests the perfect opportunity to mingle and eat.  Small, handheld food that can be eaten on the go, will allow mommy-to-be to get to talk with all of her guests while still enjoying the delicacies the shower has to offer.  Will you be serving finger foods at the baby shower you will be hosting? (more…)

Make the Best Strawberry Ice Cream Ever

Tuesday, February 14th, 2012

Vanilla is commonly voted as the most popular ice cream flavor, and chocolate is known for being a decadent treat – but strawberry still holds strong as one of the best-loved flavors out there. The fruity blend of tanginess with natural sweetness is the perfect combination for a hot summer day. There are several variations you can create in order to put your own personal stamp on a great recipe. It also happens to be one of the easiest flavors to make as long as you have a good ice cream maker. Here is a simple recipe that you don’t need a culinary degree to follow, and some suggested options to take strawberry ice cream to a whole new level.

What you’ll need:

3 Cups fresh strawberries
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Kiddie Cooks – Teaching Your Kids Nutrition While Having Fun

Monday, February 13th, 2012

Every parent wants not only for their children to eat healthy, but to enjoy eating healthy and truly understand the importance of it.  Children need to be taught through all of their senses; simply telling them that proper nutrition is important will likely not have a lasting effect.  A more “hands-on” approach will ensure that your child truly understands what you are trying to teach and actually enjoy eating healthy.  There is no better way to instil a love of good food and nutrition in your children than by spending some quality time cooking with them.  From simple snacks to helping with whole meals, your child will truly enjoy mealtime if he is the one cooking it. (more…)