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Looking for more ways to spend less time in the kitchen?
| Health tips: Shortcuts in the kitchen | | | Dear Reader,
Are you looking for ways to eat healthier and spend less time in the kitchen? Preparing food in big batches is a big timesaver, and it helps you plan healthy meals in advance.
Here are some tips for putting this strategy into action:
Make extra and freeze it If you’ve got more cut vegetables than you can use in a week, consider blanching and freezing them to use later. This works well with many sauces and casseroles.
Make brown rice and pilaf batches Brown rice is flavorful, healthy and filling, but it takes around 50 minutes to cook. To save time, make a large batch. Pilaf is simply diced vegetables mixed with a small grain, such as brown rice, quinoa or whole-grain couscous. Brown rice and pilaf work well with a variety of ingredients and flavors. |
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Preserve your potatoes and precook your pasta If your menu plan includes potatoes a couple of nights during the week, you can cut them all at once and store them in containers of cold water in the refrigerator. If you’re making pasta for dinner, make extra for later and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Purchase minimally processed, ready-to-go ingredients If you’re feeling short on time or less than confident about your skills with a chef's knife, consider buying precut or frozen vegetables.
Use dinner ingredients for lunch Don’t view your leftovers in a bad light — they make a great lunch! As you're preparing your meals for the week, think about how you might use portions left over from the previous night’s dinner.
Finally, keep in mind that discovering new foods and flavors is part of the joy of cooking, so don't be afraid to explore unfamiliar recipes. Experiment, and let your taste buds lead the way. There’s no better time to be adventurous!
Yours in good health,
Jennifer A. Welper, Wellness Executive Chef Author of "Cook Smart, Eat Well"
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