Once you decide to change your dietary ways, making your new meal plan a way of life is the real challenge.
April 25, 2006 (Press Release) --
Creative condiments:
High-quality mustard: As delicious, flavor-packed substitutes for mayo, mustards are the perfect base for a tangy dipping sauce. More exotic varieties make a delightfully different sandwich spread. With so many varieties out there, you're sure to find one you love (try spicy, honey Dijon, and slightly sweet mustards).
Balsamic vinegars: You can buy scores of vinegars in your local gourmet store, and many of them contain zesty ingredients, like garlic, or even fruit juices, like raspberry. Use these to fashion fancy, but deceptively easy, salad dressings without much oil.
Jars of chopped garlic and ginger: While it's always better to use fresh ingredients, pre-chopped garlic and ginger are huge time-savers and still taste wonderful. Keep them around for moments when you're short on prep time.
Spice rack staples:
A wide variety of dried herbs and spices. Some basics to have in the kitchen: basil for anything Italian, dill to gussy-up roasted red potatoes, dried ginger for instant Asian flair, bay leaves for tasty soups and stews, and rosemary for Mediterranean flavor.
Once you've collected a few basics, Hayes recommends buying yourself one different herb or spice each month. Spend that month exploring the different uses for this spice; you can read the label if you need some ideas.
Essential equipment:
Now that you know how to stock your pantry, make sure your kitchen has the following five pieces of healthy-meal making equipment and you'll be on your way to whipping up weight loss:
A blender: Get a powerful blender that can crush ice easily, so you can create low-fat breakfast smoothies. Blenders can also be used for quick sauces and tasty pureed soups.
A nonstick grill pan: Invest in a nonstick grill pan for imparting wonderful flavor with little or no added fat. Special ridges leave the same pleasing marks as an outdoor grill, while they whisk away fat.
A kitchen scale, measuring cups and spoons: Portion control is critical when it comes to losing or maintaining weight. Measure your food and estimate how much you should be eating.
Nonstick pots and pans: Specially-coated cookware makes low-fat cooking possible, and prevents food from adhering to the pan. Remember to treat them with care: use only plastic or wooden utensils, since metals can scratch the delicate surface.
A steamer basket: Steaming is one of the best ways to retain the natural freshness of foods. Try steaming with lemon-infused water, fruit juice or broth for added flavor. Choose a special insert for your saucepan, or the bamboo or electric variety.
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High-quality mustard: As delicious, flavor-packed substitutes for mayo, mustards are the perfect base for a tangy dipping sauce. More exotic varieties make a delightfully different sandwich spread. With so many varieties out there, you're sure to find one you love (try spicy, honey Dijon, and slightly sweet mustards).
Balsamic vinegars: You can buy scores of vinegars in your local gourmet store, and many of them contain zesty ingredients, like garlic, or even fruit juices, like raspberry. Use these to fashion fancy, but deceptively easy, salad dressings without much oil.
Jars of chopped garlic and ginger: While it's always better to use fresh ingredients, pre-chopped garlic and ginger are huge time-savers and still taste wonderful. Keep them around for moments when you're short on prep time.
Spice rack staples:
A wide variety of dried herbs and spices. Some basics to have in the kitchen: basil for anything Italian, dill to gussy-up roasted red potatoes, dried ginger for instant Asian flair, bay leaves for tasty soups and stews, and rosemary for Mediterranean flavor.
Once you've collected a few basics, Hayes recommends buying yourself one different herb or spice each month. Spend that month exploring the different uses for this spice; you can read the label if you need some ideas.
Essential equipment:
Now that you know how to stock your pantry, make sure your kitchen has the following five pieces of healthy-meal making equipment and you'll be on your way to whipping up weight loss:
A blender: Get a powerful blender that can crush ice easily, so you can create low-fat breakfast smoothies. Blenders can also be used for quick sauces and tasty pureed soups.
A nonstick grill pan: Invest in a nonstick grill pan for imparting wonderful flavor with little or no added fat. Special ridges leave the same pleasing marks as an outdoor grill, while they whisk away fat.
A kitchen scale, measuring cups and spoons: Portion control is critical when it comes to losing or maintaining weight. Measure your food and estimate how much you should be eating.
Nonstick pots and pans: Specially-coated cookware makes low-fat cooking possible, and prevents food from adhering to the pan. Remember to treat them with care: use only plastic or wooden utensils, since metals can scratch the delicate surface.
A steamer basket: Steaming is one of the best ways to retain the natural freshness of foods. Try steaming with lemon-infused water, fruit juice or broth for added flavor. Choose a special insert for your saucepan, or the bamboo or electric variety.
Source: http://www.msn.com/
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