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Tips for Organizing Your Refrigerator

November 9, 2015 By LovingOurHome.com Leave a Comment

At times it may seem as if your refrigerator has a mind of its own… Before you know it’s in complete disarray, stuffed and disorganized. Keeping your refrigerator organized not only looks much more welcoming when you open the door each morning, it also helps you cut down on the amount of food that is wasted by spoilage. A lot of food spoils simply because you can’t see it! Here are some easy tips for organizing your refrigerator.

refrigerator for filling

1) Keep all milk and cold drink products on the first (top) shelf. This is actually the coldest part of the refrigerator where you’re meant to to store these highly perishable beverages. Make sure to arrange these items from smallest to tallest. This will help you see the entire first shelf from front to back. You might also put the beverages with upcoming expiration dates at the front.

2) Place all of your leftovers in tupperware with secure lids and put it onto the middle or second shelf. It will help you tremendously if you label each container with the date that is was refrigerated. This will let you know that the food in the container is safe to consume.

3) Typically, the third shelf is the last and least visible shelf. This is the shelf where you want to store items that you don’t need to access that often. You might put some bagged apples and hardy vegetables there (like carrots, celery and cabbage), extra food that has an extended shelf life (like eggs) or wet cat food.

In the bottom there are typically two bins. In one (sometimes called the “crisper” drawer), store soft vegetables that get bruised easy. Soft vegetables include tomatoes, fresh cilantro, fresh dill and avocados. The other bin is where you organize the meats you plan to eat that week. Excess meats should be packed in airtight bags in the freezer. Every Sunday morning, take your meat for the week out of cold storage and refill your meat bin.

refrigerator door

4) Lastly, place all your condiments, like pickles and sauces, on the side door. Try to arrange your condiments by placing the most used ones on the middle shelf for easy access. For example, put all salad dressing, mayo, ketchup and mustard on the second shelf. Organize the other shelves according to your daily needs.

We hope these tips for organizing your refrigerator will help you to get your fridge in order!

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Photo credits: Flickr/kelly taylor, Flickr/Cheryl DeWolfe

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3 Healthy Side Dish Ideas for Thanksgiving

November 9, 2015 By LovingOurHome.com Leave a Comment

It’s usually toward the end of the year that most people start to gain weight. That’s because of all of the holiday festivities that involve rich, delicious food. Instead of saving your “get healthy” resolution for New Year’s Eve, why not just omit or change some of the foods that cause the pounds to get added on during the holidays? Here are some healthy side dish ideas for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner.

 

Thanksgiving Turkey

Sweet Potato Instead of Candied Yams

A lot of people enjoy candied yams as a side dish, especially for Thanksgiving. The problem is that it is made with yams, marshmallows, butter and brown sugar. All of these ingredients will help to pack on unwanted pounds. Instead, try baking a sweet potato and sprinkling it with cinnamon, nutmeg and a small pat of butter or drizzle of olive oil for a healthier option.

Baked sweet potato

Mashed Potatoes with Chicken Stock

A lot of people enjoy mashed potatoes with their turkey at Thanksgiving. The only issue is the amount of carbs and salt that come in your “famous mashed potatoes.” Try something different (and healthier) this year by substituting the milk or cream, butter and salt with a good quality low sodium chicken stock. It will add tons of flavor to your mashed potatoes and be a much healthier option.

Greens Flavored with a Turkey Wing

What’s a Thanksgiving dinner without collard, turnip and/or mustard greens? People generally use a greasy pork ham hock to flavor their greens. Try substituting the ham hock with a smoked turkey wing or two. It will still give you lots of flavor, while making your greens healthier for you and your family.

Mustard Greens

Give these healthy side dish ideas for Thanksgiving and holiday dinners a chance — you might be very surprised at the results (and rave reviews). Plus you might inspire others to try healthier foods in the year to come.

Remember that the most important ingredient in a delicious dish is LOVE. Put plenty of that in your pots this holiday season.

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Photo credits: Flickr/thebittenword, Flickr/Keegan Berry, Flickr/Gloria Cabada-Leman,

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San Cocho Stew Recipe

November 9, 2015 By LovingOurHome.com Leave a Comment

This is a very tasty and delightful Latin American Stew. The flavors are sure to explode in your mouth. It all begins with the base for your stew called Sofrito. It is a combination of onions, peppers, tomato sauce, garlic, adobo, Sazon and fresh cilantro. Even though this recipe for San Cocho Stew calls for chicken and/or pork, you can feel free to use the meat of your choice.

San Cocho Stew

Ingredients

1 lb chicken pieces
1 lb pork neck bones
1/2 bush fresh cilantro
1 yellow plantain peeled (cut into 1/2″ pieces)
2 medium potatoes (chopped coarsely into chunks)
1 medium yuca peeled & cut into 1/4″ pieces
2 whole ears of corn (cut into 1/4″ pieces)
5 large cloves of garlic (peeled)
1-2 tablespoons cumin
1 tablespoon Goya Adobo
2 low sodium chicken bullion cubes
1 pack of Sazon
1medium onion chopped into 1/4’s
1/2 large green pepper
1/2 large red pepper
1 small can of tomato sauce (unseasoned)
2-3 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Thoroughly wash chicken pieces and rinse neck bones. In a large stew pot on medium high heat add 4-6 cups of water. Bring to a boil, add meat, lower heat to medium and let simmer covered for 30-45 minutes (or until meat is fork tender). Meanwhile prepare your Sofrito by placing cilantro, adobo, chicken cubes, onions, green pepper, red pepper, garlic cloves, tomato sauce, Sazon, and olive oil into a large food processor. Pulse on high for 30 seconds. Set aside.

Now, add yuca, potato, corn and plantain to the pot. Add the Sofrito mixture to the pot. Stir and bring pot back to a boil for 15 minutes or until yuca is fork tender. Serve in a large bowl with a large lime wedge to be squeezed into each portion and a few pieces of diced avocado.

We hope you enjoy this San Cocho Stew Recipe!

San Cocho Stew

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Homemade Salsa Verde

November 9, 2015 By LovingOurHome.com Leave a Comment

Homemade salsa verde is a great topping to put on chicken, pork or steak. It can even add flavor to tacos or wraps. If you are a fan of Mexican cuisine, this recipe is a must to try at least once. You can find tomatillos with the husks on at any Spanish American supermarket. It only requires a little preparation and the leftovers store very well in the refrigerator (keep it in an air tight container).

Homemade Salsa Verde

Ingredients

10-12 large tomatillos (outer husk removed) & cut in half
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large jalapeño (chopped coarsely & deseeded)
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/2 lime (juiced)
6 medium garlic cloves (peeled)
1/2 bush of fresh cilantro (bottom stalk cut & discarded)

Instructions

Place a fry pan on medium high heat and add oil. Cut tomatillos in half and place on pan flesh side down. Allow tomatillos to brown for approximately 3-4 minutes. Turn each half over and allow them to cook and brown on the skin side. Now, in a food processor add garlic, jalapeño, cilantro and salt. Pulse for 1 minute. Then, add 1/2 of the tomatillos and blend until smooth. Add remainder of the tomatillos to processor and pulse until small chunks are present. Taste for salt. Lastly, pour lime juice over salsa and gently stir together.

Enjoy your homemade salsa verde!

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Peruvian Roasted Chicken with Dipping Sauce

October 24, 2015 By LovingOurHome.com Leave a Comment

Get ready, because this recipe is really mouth watering. The ingredients are surprisingly uncomplicated — you probably have them in your kitchen already. The dipping sauce is the big draw — its explosion of flavor will blow your mind. The hardest part of cooking this Peruvian Roasted Chicken with Dipping Sauce is marinating the chicken overnight (because you’ll have to wait til tomorrow night to taste it). But it’s definitely worthwhile.

 

Peruvian Chicken
Ingredients

2-3 Lbs leg quarters cleaned and deboned (bone in is OK)
1 lime juiced
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons oregano
1 tablespoon cumin
2 jalapeño peppers (seeds removed)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
2 garlic cloves
1 scallion
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sour cream
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon white sugar

After chicken is cleaned and with the skin on. Put the following ingredients into a food processor to make your marinade:

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 lime juice only
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon cumin
2 tablespoons oregano
1 teaspoon sugar (Stevia OK)
1/4 teaspoon of salt & pepper

Blend until smooth. Now, loosen the chicken skin from flesh and spoon in a generous amount of marinade underneath the skin. Place in a large bowl and pour remaining marinade onto the chicken. Cover tightly and marinate overnight.

Dipping sauce ingredients and instructions

Add these to your food processor: mayonnaise, sour cream, jalapeño, parmesan cheese, scallion, cilantro, 1/2 lime juiced, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon salt & pepper. Blend until smooth. Store in a glass jar with a tight fitting lid. Place in the refrigerator overnight.

To prepare the chicken:

Preheat oven to 400*
Place marinated chicken on a roasting rack, in a large roasting pan with the lid off. Bake for 45- 60 minutes until baked.

Serve your Peruvian Roasted Chicken with tomato flavored rice and a side salad for a filling meal. Also, give your fellow diners a small portion of your amazing dipping sauce in a separate serving cup on the side. (They’re probably going to want more!)

Enjoy !!

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Pan Grilled Fish Fritters

October 24, 2015 By LovingOurHome.com Leave a Comment

If you are looking for an easy, low-calorie, healthy seafood recipe this could be it. These fish fritters not only make a terrific main dish for dinner, but are really nice for lunch as well. You can use whichever fish that you prefer — I prefer whiting or tilapia.

 

Fish Fritters

Ingredients

3 whiting fish fillets skinned, all bones removed and cut into small chunks
1 scallion chopped
1 mini red pepper finely diced
2 teaspoons old bay seasoning
1 tablespoon flour
2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl add raw fish, scallions, red pepper, old bay seasoning and flour. Gently combine all ingredients. Place a large non-stick griddle on medium heat and add olive oil. Next, make your fish into patties and grill on both sides until golden brown. Make sure to only flip patties once to ensure that it doesn’t break apart.

Serve with a small portion of egg noodles and steamed spinach. Or as a lunch, serve with a side salad (or on top of the salad) with a vinaigrette dressing. Also, a squeeze of lemon on top of the fritter will add more flavor.

Enjoy!!!!

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