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26 Feb 2010

Cutting Boards 101

Kristina Seleshanko 0 Comments Tags: cutting boards

I have a confession: I’ve long hated cutting boards. I hate hauling them out of the cupboard, finding space for them on an already cluttered counter, finding room on the board for everything I need to prepare, and cleaning them. I hate cutting boards so much, I often find myself cutting foods in my hand   Read More…

22 Feb 2010

Foods That Make You Smarter

Kristina Seleshanko 0 Comments Tags: avocado, blueberries, Chocolate, coffee, flax, garlic, ginger, nuts, salmon, seeds, tomato

Okay, so no food is going to make you a genius if your IQ is average, but scientists do have evidence that some foods can perk up your brain. By incorporating these foods into your everyday menus, you’ll feel snappier and healthier. And by all means, on those days when you feel like you left   Read More…

19 Feb 2010

All About Asparagus

Kristina Seleshanko 0 Comments

In my part of the world, spring has sprung. This means I’m busy looking for early spring vegetables – like asparagus – and getting them planted in my garden. But even if you don’t grow your own vegetables, spring is an ideal time to purchase and cook asparagus. Although it’s available year round in most   Read More…

15 Feb 2010

How to Deglaze

Kristina Seleshanko 0 Comments Tags: deglazing, gravy, sauce

Deglazing is one of those basic cooking techniques everyone should know, but many have never taken the time to learn properly. To “deglaze” is simply to pour cold liquid into a hot pan with the purpose of moving all the brown bits stuck on the pan from a previous cooking step. It’s a common technique   Read More…

12 Feb 2010

How To Make a Meal Romantic

Kristina Seleshanko 0 Comments Tags: Romantic meals

Valentine’s Day is nearly here, and what would it be without a romantic meal for two? What makes a meal romantic? Mostly attitude – your attitude and the attitude of your significant other. But you can help that romantic attitude along with a few of these tips:   Avoid Restaurants Unless you both really enjoy   Read More…

08 Feb 2010

Foods that Relax

Kristina Seleshanko 0 Comments Tags: basil, beans, chicken, Chocolate, eggs, milk, nuts, relaxing foods, rice, spinach

You probably know that many people turn to food when they’re feeling stressed. What you may not know is that science has proven some foods are actually excellent stress-reducers. The trick is to pick the right foods. Sure, high sugar treats may make you feel better for an hour or so, but then your blood   Read More…

05 Feb 2010

It Doesn’t Get Much Easier: Recipes in Your Pocket

Kristina Seleshanko 0 Comments Tags: iPhone recipes, Recipe TV

You’re longing for a great meal. Work is almost over, but you know there’s no food at home. Do you: 1) Spend a wad at a decent restaurant, 2) Spend the bit of cash in your pocket on fast food, 3) Find a recipe on your iPhone then make a quick trip to the store   Read More…

01 Feb 2010

Types of Salt

Kristina Seleshanko 0 Comments Tags: salt

Although salt has taken a bad rap in recent years, everyone needs between 1,500 and 2,300 mg a day to stay healthy. Too, properly used, salt imparts terrific flavor in your cooking. The trick is to know which salt to use when. Rest assured, no salt type is truly healthier than any other (although it   Read More…


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