Preparation is the key when you’re going to cook asparagus. There are several methods of cooking boiling, grilling, steaming, or roasting. The microwave is also a good option when cooking asparagus. Cut the asparagus into sections and you can use it in stir fries you can also blanch the asparagus and use it in vegetable dips. Of course, there’s nothing like steamed asparagus with butter, salt, and pepper.
When buying asparagus make sure that it is fresh, the asparagus will taste much better and can be kept for two to three days when properly stored. For more help visit to: www.bread-machine-cookbook.com. Once you get the asparagus home and ready to prepare, you’ll need to trim it. The easiest way to trim asparagus before cooking is to simply do it by hand by bending the stock until it breaks. If it will not break but only bends, it is probably old and will not be as fresh as you would like it. Some cooks prefer to peel the bottom of the stocks this is not really necessary but sometimes helps when the stocks are a little woody. Contrary to popular belief the thicker asparagus is actually more flavorful than the pencil thin variety that most people want to buy.
An easy way to peel asparagus if you decide to go that route is to lay a stalk on the counter or a cutting board and use a vegetable peeler. Start at the top of the asparagus peel all the way to the end for the help www.delicious-sandwich-recipes.com. The main reason anybody would peel asparagus, as I mentioned above, would be to make the asparagus tendered.
Tips for eating healthy are universal.
They are not constricting or unbearable. In fact, you may never notice the changes you make. The great thing about these simple changes is that your body will notice and reward you accordingly.
1. Replace some butter with some olive oil, for a better balance of healthy fats. Try a 50/50 mix for starters. Olive oil is unquestionably the healthier alternative to butter.
2. Replace heavy carbs such as potatoes and stuffing with herbs that can flavor up a turkey or vegetables.
3. Go organic to avoid hormones, pesticides, and antibiotic residues in meat or produce.
4. Replace mayonnaise with with low-fat yogurt for tasty dressings without the extra fat and artificial stuff.
5. Trim all visible fat from meats. Stick with lean cuts and white meat.
6. Consider more nutrient-dense foods for desserts such as sweet potatoes, pecans, and pumpkins.
7. Check ingredients on any cans that you use. Avoid the bad sugars and look for fresher ingredients.
8. When choosing honey, try to find raw, unfiltered, cold-pressed organic honey.
9. Don’t overdue the number of meal courses. Stick with a few basics for a satisfying meal that doesn’t overstuff our guests.
10. Consider serving a salad as the last course (or dessert).
Food should be fun and can be very satisfying. These tips are just ways to stay on the healthy path in life. I enclose this recipe as a bonus. I hope you enjoy. You can also visit my website to obtain further wonderful recipes, cooking tips, and general food creation information.
Roasted Rutabaga Chips
Yields 4 Servings
1 pound Rutabaga2 teaspoons Almond oil
Cayenne pepper
salt
1. Preheat oven to 400*F.
2. Peel the Rutabaga and slice it into thin rounds. Cut each round into quarters.
3. In a large bowl, toss the Rutabaga with the oil and cayenne pepper and salt, to taste.
4. Place the Rutabaga in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake, turning occasionally until the Rutabaga is caramelized and soft, being careful not to burn, for 25 to 30 minutes.