Tips for Cooking for Two
It never fails. You find a recipe you’d love to try, but the portions are too big or you buy so many groceries, the two of you couldn’t possibly eat them all. Outside of inviting the whole neighbourhood over to eat, here are some handy tips for cooking…
Fiber, Some Simple Ways to Get More Fiber in Your Diet
According to the American Diabetic Association, most Americans don’t get enough fiber in their diets. The daily recommended intake is 20-30 grams each day, but if you’re like many others, you may only get about half that. Everyone says you should get…
10 Foods to Help You Maintain a Healthy Heart
With heart disease being the leading cause of death, it’s no wonder why there is plenty of talk about being heart healthy. While a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains that incorporate lean proteins and fish is key to a healthy lifestyle,…
Healthy Lunch Choices
If you’re looking for a way to create more heart healthy lunches, there’s good news. Being heart smart and enjoying delicious foods go hand in hand. As an added benefit, you’ll feel and look great too. Here are 5 ideas for your heart healthy lunches:…
Healthy Eating, What to replace and how much???
We all know cooking at home is a healthier choice over choosing the drive-thru or dining out. However, it’s important to remember that recipes are created simply for their texture and flavor, but don’t always take health into consideration. To make it…
Gluten Free Zucchini Bars
Gluten-Free Zucchini Bars by Chef Murph Good Day! Need a good way to get your greens in? Zucchini bars to the rescue! These are so tasty that you won’t miss the flour or notice the greens. Make a really delicious and healthy dessert bar. Ingredients: 1/2…
Making Homemade Salad Dressing is Easy
by Chef Murph Making Homemade Salad Dressing is Easier Than You Think Fresh salads and healthy lifestyles go hand in hand. After all, what could be better for you than a big plate full of leafy greens, fresh vegetables, fiber-rich legumes, and lean…
Natural Enemies of Olive Oil
The Four Natural Enemies of Olive Oil by Chef Murph A high-quality extra virgin olive oil is a must-have staple in many kitchens, partly because its delicious flavor and versatile nature allow it to be used in countless ways. For starters, extra virgin…
What Spice To Cook With…..
by Chef Murph World Spice and Herbs Herbs, spices, and other seasonings are a natural and healthy way to add a lot of flavor to your recipes without adding a lot of extra calories. With a little practice, you can create an endless variety of delicious…
Gluten-Free, Vegan, Banana Bread
by Chef Murph Every gluten free kitchen needs a good go-to banana bread recipe. This is the one. Not only is it gluten free, but it’s also vegan. The taste is delicious. For variations, add chopped nuts, raisins, or other dried fruit in place of the…
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Global Fusion Americana E-Series
by Chef Murph Just Finished the 102 Tips and Techniques to cooking like a chef, 1st in part of my free 18-book E-Series Global Fusion Americana, by emailing [email protected], I will send them out each day. Gluten Free Grilling should be out next…
Parenting For Safe Halloween
You may be one of those parents who feel that trick or treating just isn’t safe anymore. There is risk in approaching a stranger’s home as well as eating what may be given to them as a treat. Still, it seems a shame to forgo a holiday which has always…
Healthy Alternatives to Halloween Candy
Children can eat an unhealthy amount of sweets during the holidays beginning at Halloween. If you prefer that your children not eat so much sugar, consider these healthy alternatives to Halloween candy. Your children, and those who come to trick or treat…
Gluten Free Halloween Treats
There are a growing number of people who suffer from celiac disease or gluten intolerance. They aren’t always able to enjoy the treats and goodies during Halloween. If you or someone in your family has to deal with celiac, you may be looking for…
Halloween Safety for Teens
For generations Halloween has been a holiday looked forward to by children. Who doesn’t like the opportunity to pretend to be someone (or something) else for a little while? However, the world has changed and safety is more of an issue than it was for…
Taking a Careful Look at Halloween Treats
At one time candy or home-made treats were thrown into the kiddies Halloween bags and their parents were responsible for sorting through it before the kids ate it. For whatever reasons, the treat giver of today is expected to assume part of that…
Planning a Halloween Party
Celebrating Halloween is all about having fun. No one cares about pagan beginnings, superstitions, or enacting rituals—we’re just having fun pretending for one night to be something we aren’t. And, with a bit of pre-planning, you can throw the best…
Turning Everyday Dinners into Spooky Meals
by Chef Murph When it comes to holidays, the family cook may feel frustrated because they feel they are in a rut. They want to offer their family something different but may not be able to come up with ideas. Consider turning everyday dinners into spooky…
Measurement Conversions
by Chef Murph The United States often uses a different measurement system than the rest of the world. There are different units and systems of measurement for different parts of the world, but a good portion uses the metric system. One of the main…
Cooking Substitutions
by Chef Murph Knowing a few main baking substitutions can be very useful. A time might come when you have to bake for someone with specific allergies, or you might be out of a key ingredient. You might also want to make a few healthier substitutions or…
Barbecue Rubs Made Easy
by Chef Murph Any mixture of ground spices used for seasoning any raw food can be classified as a “rub”. This mixture is usually applied heavily to meats which creates a flavored coating. Rubs can be used in a variety of ways. Rubbed food can be cooked…
Which Wood Chips To Use When Grilling???
by Chef Murph There’s nothing quite like grilling during the warm summer months. When you choose to grill with wood chips, you can infuse the meat with delicious flavors that you can’t get otherwise. While you can use any type of wood chip when grilling,…
Keeping Cool in the Kitchen
by Chef Murph Keeping Cool, Cooks know that as the temperatures outside increase, the desire to cook decreases. This isn’t due to lack of wanting to cook, but instead, the need to keep the home as cool as possible. This is why baking is done mostly in…
Basic Food Safety
by Chef Murph When preparing and cooking food, there are a few basic rules for making sure the food is safe to eat. All purchased foods have been handled by a number of people before it reaches your kitchen counter. Therefore, the contamination risks are…
