It’s easy to get stuck in a rut when it comes to cooking. Even if you’re preparing delicious meals every day (like lasagna or taco soup), it’s still not that unusual to get tired of eating the same ol’ same ol’ all the time. That’s why occasionally we like to change up the culinary routine [...]
When it comes to getting things done, most productivity experts and motivational speakers will offer one foundational piece of advice: Begin with the end in mind. No matter what you’re doing–whether it’s collating papers on your desk or planning a road trip, if you’re serious about getting the job done, you’re going to have to [...]
When you’re cooking food on a tight budget, there’s little room for waste. Wasting food is like throwing dollar bills in the trash: It just doesn’t make sense. Fortunately, there are some simple steps you can take to preserve your food, and ensure that it doesn’t go bad before you eat it. Before we begin, [...]
Oils, Fats, and Shortenings. Wow! What a title! It’s like we just ran to the edge of the “Everything Unhealthy Pool” and jumped into the deep end. Are oils, fats, and shortenings really a shoestring pantry essential? Yes. In fact, I think they have a place in every pantry, regardless of how healthy or unhealthy [...]