My friend wanted to know which of his cupboard’s many spices and herbs he might want to keep. There are a few that are so versatile. Well, I’ve compiled a list- my own personal suggestions. We make a whole lotta stuff at The New Deli with these ingredients on hand. I hardly ever need to add anything more to this arsenal!
Posts Tagged: core ingredients
Pesto: Make from Scratch, Freeze Portions- So Fresh!
I was sorting through old food pics and found this colorful one of pesto. Seemed apt to post the recipe, if only to enjoy all the bright colors of summer in the picture- before summer fades!
Special Deals on Health Food & Fingers Do the Ordering!
I love shopping when I’m getting value. It’s a bit surprising that I can get better deals on a lot of health foods by shopping online. What?! Better value for less effort? No driving all over town? Cool.
How To Cook Amaranth, Beans, Buckwheat, Cocoa Nibs
Have you tried using amaranth before? It’s high in usable protein, plus calcium, iron and manganese. But how do you use it?! How do you cook foods like amaranth and buckwheat?!
Special Deals: Great Price on Coconut Oil (Act NOW!)
Stocking up on coconut oil’s like purchasing stock- at the right time, you can make out well. Look for the 54 oz. for $25.01, + free shipping. This special deal probably won’t last long- act fast!
Grocery Shopping, Pioneer Style: Plan, Purchase, Be Prepared
Where to get the foods that aren’t available at every grocery store? Not everyone has a Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods near by. I stock up on the basics; make tons of meals from what’s on hand…
SuperNatural SuperFoods: Stock 25 Items For Health’s Journey
Make healthy meals with whole food ingredients that are packed with nutrition. Add ’em all, or slowly change your diet, adding a few here & there. Progress not perfection!
Coconut Oil for Mental Health: Why/How To Use, Where to Buy
Anyone can fall prey to Alzheimer’s and Dementia. But truthfully, I hadn’t given it much thought until earlier this year. How could my own mom become suicidal, paranoid, and delusional?!
Make “Mixes” from Scratch- Healthy Way to Save Time & Money
Help your budget, saving time & money by making healthy mixes from scratch. Add one “mix” to recipes, instead of adding ten separate ingredients each time!
Oils- Which Are Healthy? (+ 5 Great Things About Olive Oil)
Confused about healthy oils? Grapeseed Oil is good. Rapeseed oil (from a mustard-type plant), not so good. Rapeseed got genetically modified (into “Canola Oil”). But olive oil’s awesome!