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A bento is a divided box that originated in Japan. Bento boxes are made from a wide variety of materials, including lacquer, bamboo, plastic and stainless steel. A traditional bento meal includes carbohydrates (rice or noodles), protein (fish, chicken, meat, or tofu), vegetables and fruit. Foods are arranged in the box to display a colorful, healthy meal with a wonderful variety of flavors and tastes....
6/7/2012 9:06:25 AM
In Japan, the color red signifies energy and power and is often used as a color for heroic figures. This is a good description because when you include red fruits and vegetables in your child's meals, they will grow up strong like superheroes. Red foods are packed with lots of vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin C and potassium. Red foods also contain compounds called phytochemicals, which...
5/6/2012 12:31:20 PM
Edamame and shitake mushrooms are two very common Japanese cooking. Edamame (pronounced ed-ah-MAH-may) are little green gems - packed with protein and loads of nutrients. Including Shitake mushrooms in this puree is a great way to introduce your baby to the distinctive taste of umami. Shitake and Edamame Puree 4 oz. Shitake mushrooms, stems removed 1 Tbsp. olive oil 12 oz. (2 cups) shelled edamame...
4/17/2012 11:01:21 AM
The basic ingredients to keep on hand for preparing healthy Italian dishes are: Olive oil Olives and capers Whole Grains Tomatoes (fresh and canned) Garlic Parmesan cheese or other hard cheese Mozzarella cheese Common Herbs and Spices in Italian foods: In addition to fresh basil and Italian parsley (flat-leafed variety), oregano, thyme and marjoram are commonly used in Italian dishes. Lemons grow throughout...
3/5/2012 3:23:00 PM
The original name of Thailand was Sukhothai, which means "Dawn of Happiness." Without a doubt, sharing a Thai meal will bring this attitude of pleasure to your table. Preparing Thai food is quick and easy. Most recipes are cooked on a stovetop for a short period of time making Thai food ideal for weeknight dinners. Plus soups and curries can be made ahead of time, frozen and reheated for serving. Cooking...
1/16/2012 1:01:38 PM
Including a salad on your Holiday dinner menu offers guests a pleasant balance to some of the more traditionally heavy side dishes. Ensure your salad pairs nicely with the rest of the feast by including traditional holiday ingredients such as dried fruits, nuts, apples, and beets. Salads and dressings can be made ahead and refrigerated until you are ready to serve. For maximum freshness, toss the dressing...
12/15/2011 9:35:48 AM
The USDA provides us with advice on living a healthy, including suggestions for the amount of fruit we need to eat each day. According to them, the amount of fruit you eat each day depends on 3 things: your age, sex (Male or Female), and your level of physical activity. The USDA recommended daily amounts are shown in the chart. Daily recommendation* Children 2-3 years old 1 cup** 4-8 years old 1 to...
9/14/2011 12:11:54 PM
Fruits are an important part of a healthy diet. They are naturally low in calories, fat, sodium and cholesterol. Fruits play an important role in keeping the body healthy and have many benefits, including: Fruits Lower Risk of Illness and Disease: Fruits contain many vitamins and nutrients that may reduce risk for many illnesses including: Stroke, heart disease and other heart-related illnesses Type...
8/4/2011 10:42:12 PM
Yellow Curry Powder is often associated with Indian cooking. It's a blend of spices, which vary by region, food, and cooking style. Most Indian curry powders contain turmeric, coriander and cumin. At the market, choose a curry powder labeled "mild" for this recipe. This recipe uses Coconut Milk which can be found in the Asian section of your supermarket. Coconut milk sometimes separates into a thick...
6/30/2011 9:52:22 PM
The cherry season is June-August. Enjoy them fresh while you can. Fortunately, cherries have grown in popularity and are available in juice and dried. Make sure to read the labels to ensure they are 100 percent juices and all-natural. Here are some more ideas for adding cherries to your family meals: 1. Appetizer: Cherry salsa and chips. Chop and combine with lime juice: cherries (pitted), yellow...
5/31/2011 8:06:30 PM
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