UPDATED April 3, 2020: Vacuum sealing food is a great way to keep food fresh longer, while ultimately helping you save a little cash. Whether you are buying chicken breasts in bulk when they are on sale at the grocery store or storing dry beans and coffee grounds in the pantry, vacuum sealing is a great way to store food and preserve freshness. Continue reading “Vacuum Sealing 101: Preserve Food with the NutriFresh™ Vacuum Sealer”
Month: August 2016
Spiralizer Thai Vegetable and Chicken Salad
A delicious chicken salad can be thrown together in a matter of minutes with only a few ingredients. Whether you combine mayo, celery, and onion or add a little bit of curry powder into the mix, there’s no denying that chicken salad is a simple and satisfying meal. Continue reading “Spiralizer Thai Vegetable and Chicken Salad”
7 Must-Try Recipes for Peak Watermelon Season
Watermelon is one of those fruits you automatically associate with summertime. It’s refreshing, it’s bright pink, it’s a simple delicacy that embodies the season. While I personally like eating freshly cut watermelon slice-by-slice with my hands, there are plenty of recipes -sweet and savory- that you can make using this juicy, seasonal fruit. From salads, to sauces, to desserts, these 7 flavorful recipes will have you thinking beyond the rind the next time you slice into a watermelon. Continue reading “7 Must-Try Recipes for Peak Watermelon Season”
Spiralizer Citrusy Beet Salad
Incorporating beets is a great way to add a pop of color (and not to mention nutrients) to any dish. Spiralize them into ribbons and they are that much more beautiful. If you’re used to roasting or juicing beets, this salad is a great way to mix things up. Skip the sheet pan tonight and start spiralizing. Continue reading “Spiralizer Citrusy Beet Salad”
A Twist on a Classic: Spiralizer Cucumber Caprese Salad
Tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil is one of those perfect combinations that happens to be even better in the summertime when tomatoes are red and ripe and basil is picked right from the garden. Usually, I lightly dress my caprese with olive oil and balsamic vinegar and call it a day. The Test Kitchen wanted to put a (literal) twist on this classic dish using the 3-in-1 Electric Spiralizer. Continue reading “A Twist on a Classic: Spiralizer Cucumber Caprese Salad”
Thai Coconut Curry Chicken in the Slow Cooker
When I’m feeling lazy and craving takeout, Thai food is usually my go-to. While ordering takeout is a habit I know many people can’t shake, with just a little prep and help from your slow cooker, you can have a delicious homemade Thai curry ready for you when you get home, without paying a delivery fee. Continue reading “Thai Coconut Curry Chicken in the Slow Cooker”
Slow Cooker Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs
Growing up in an Italian family, the meatball recipe is a kind of prized possession and honestly, a family heirloom. My father’s meatballs are some of the best I’ve ever had, and while I’m extremely biased, I’m thankful to now have the recipe. Continue reading “Slow Cooker Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs”
Center Stage: Lemon Pepper Chicken from Fit Slow Cooker Queen
A lot of people put their slow cookers away once spring or summer comes. Why? Are you not just as busy during the summer? If anything during the summertime I find a) it’s too hot to be in the kitchen slaving over a stove and b) while I like to eat healthy year-round, I eat even healthier during the summer. Slow cookers are perfect for healthy meals! The point is, keep the slow cooker out and you can keep cooking healthy year-round. Continue reading “Center Stage: Lemon Pepper Chicken from Fit Slow Cooker Queen”
