10 Must-Have Ingredients in Your Kitchen
From Dr. Jean-Michel Cohen's Blog
2. Canned tuna and salmon in water - Frozen salmon is also a good alternative. These items are rich in omega 3 and vitamin B12, and can be eaten straight out of the container (add a dash of citrus or salt and pepper to taste), stuffed into sandwiches, or mixed into salads.
3. Canned broth - Be sure to get the low-sodium kind and you will be able to add a whole dimension of flavor in your soups and pasta dishes.
4. Balsamic vinegar - Balsamic vinegar is not only used to make salad dressings, but can also be used to flavor grilled meats and sandwiches.
5. Nuts and fruits - Nuts and fruits are great snacks and can also be added to different dishes to liven up the flavors and to add texture. While nuts can be kept for a while, fruits are best eaten when they are ripe, so remember to buy only a few at a time.
6. Cheese - Yes, cheese is not typically part of most diets, but it keeping a small wedge or two of quality cheese can make a big difference in flavor for your dishes. The best part of using quality cheese is that you only need to use a little to get flavor.
7. Beans - Green beans, white beans, kidney beans... These yummy items are great low-fat alternatives to meat. Keep them canned, dried and use them to add crunch or heft to your soups, salads, and other dishes.
8. Olive oil - This healthy and nutritious oil can be used to for just about any dish and for any way of cooking. Keep it in a cool, dry place to extend its life. Olive oil actually has a short shelf life so resist the temptation to buy it in large quantities unless you have a big family!
9. Herbs - Rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano, mint, etc. Whether you like them dried or fresh, these little things will make the difference in your home-cooked meal. Sprinkle a little (or as much as you like!) in your cooking and taste the difference! Experiment with the different flavors and mixes and you will never be bored with your meals again.
10. Dried fruit - Although they fall under the simple sugar category, dried fruits are excellent alternatives to other sugary delights like candy and chocolate. Choose ones that are not rolled in sugar and savor each bite so you don't overload in them. These act as great pick-me-uppers, snacks, desserts.
Now that we've filled your cupboard with these healthy essentials, you can now throw those useless fast food flyers down the trash where they belong!
3. Canned broth - Be sure to get the low-sodium kind and you will be able to add a whole dimension of flavor in your soups and pasta dishes.
4. Balsamic vinegar - Balsamic vinegar is not only used to make salad dressings, but can also be used to flavor grilled meats and sandwiches.
5. Nuts and fruits - Nuts and fruits are great snacks and can also be added to different dishes to liven up the flavors and to add texture. While nuts can be kept for a while, fruits are best eaten when they are ripe, so remember to buy only a few at a time.
6. Cheese - Yes, cheese is not typically part of most diets, but it keeping a small wedge or two of quality cheese can make a big difference in flavor for your dishes. The best part of using quality cheese is that you only need to use a little to get flavor.
7. Beans - Green beans, white beans, kidney beans... These yummy items are great low-fat alternatives to meat. Keep them canned, dried and use them to add crunch or heft to your soups, salads, and other dishes.
8. Olive oil - This healthy and nutritious oil can be used to for just about any dish and for any way of cooking. Keep it in a cool, dry place to extend its life. Olive oil actually has a short shelf life so resist the temptation to buy it in large quantities unless you have a big family!
9. Herbs - Rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano, mint, etc. Whether you like them dried or fresh, these little things will make the difference in your home-cooked meal. Sprinkle a little (or as much as you like!) in your cooking and taste the difference! Experiment with the different flavors and mixes and you will never be bored with your meals again.
10. Dried fruit - Although they fall under the simple sugar category, dried fruits are excellent alternatives to other sugary delights like candy and chocolate. Choose ones that are not rolled in sugar and savor each bite so you don't overload in them. These act as great pick-me-uppers, snacks, desserts.
Now that we've filled your cupboard with these healthy essentials, you can now throw those useless fast food flyers down the trash where they belong!
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