Do a Dry Rub First

Do a Dry Rub First

Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes

The debate on ribs has ended in my home. After years of toil I have finally capitulated and agreed to make ribs the fool proof way every time. Consequently the neighbors, the kids, and family from out of town all place special requests for ribs. To begin preheat your oven…

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How Clean Are Your Greens?

How Clean Are Your Greens?

Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes

Your mother always said to eat your greens, but in order to get the most health benefits you can, you need to be sure that you identify, purchase and clean the right greens. Knowing which greens to purchase depends on how you feel about foods that are sprayed with fungicides…

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Back to The Rind: How it’s Done

Back to The Rind: How it’s Done

Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes

The grocery store produce section is a crazy quilt of colors, shapes, and textures. There are fruits from all over the world within our reach throughout the year. Each of these natural treats has its own unique composition of vitamins and minerals, not to mention antioxidants and other health-boosting properties….

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100-Calorie Snack Packs

100-Calorie Snack Packs

Food & Recipes / Food Product Reviews

The concept of the 100-calorie snack pack had become quite popular these days. You can get everything from cookies to crackers, even soda in small packages that equal about100 calories. The question is, are these packs the best way to control your diet? Are there better options out there? The…

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Special Easter Recipes

Special Easter Recipes

Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes

As Easter draws near, we’re often left scrambling trying to find the right ham recipe for Easter dinner, or even the right demi-glaze to make for that ham. What about dessert? Surely you’re going to need a great dessert recipe, right? Use these surefire recipes for your next family gathering…

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Fresh Fish: What to Look For

Fresh Fish: What to Look For

Food & Recipes / Food How to 101

The American Heart Organization recommends including fish in your diet at least twice a week. Not only does fish include a lot of protein, fish can also be relatively low in fat and calories and rich in Omega 3 fatty acids. Knowing what to look for when purchasing fresh fish…

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How To Make Your Own Broth

How To Make Your Own Broth

Food & Recipes / Food How to 101

There’s nothing like making your own broth. The flavor is richer and more complex than store bought. Even the process of making your own broth is more satisfying. It is surprisingly easy and inexpensive to do. Your homemade broth can be used to make far more than legendary soups. Even…

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