Tuesday, January 31, 2017

By Dorothy Scott


These days, the average adult wants to put their hard earned money to good use. Yet, eating out more than a couple of times a week can be costly, especially when the same meal can be made at home for less. It is just that some people tend to be creatures of habit and do not realize that quick meal recipes can serve many purposes.

Though some see cooking a meal as a job, some recipes take little preparation time and labor. People who cook sometimes find they have many of the ingredients in their pantry, eliminating a trip to the supermarket. Some dishes are so fast to make that they require using one or two food containers. This is better than driving around and waiting for service before actually eating.

Some recipes are so simple that these can be made in less time that it takes to place an order and wait for food. An advantage to making meals in the home kitchen is that one is allows to be creative without the hassle of making a special request to the chef and hoping the request is met. People who want to improve their health will find that some foods have the same, or improved taste, when extra salt or oil is not used.

The pizza is one food that is popular but may be made to contain less fat per serving. Choosing a crust with fewer carbohydrates can reduce calories as well. Topping alternative could include a dairy free cheese or chopped tomatoes instead of pizza sauce loaded with sodium.

Any ingredients that are left over may be used to top pasta, rice or another type of grain that cooks quickly. Pizzas can also be frozen for future use and is more economical than having it delivered. Remember, it takes time to place an order and longer to cook the food with hopes that it will be made as requested.

Making this a habit easier for some than others who do not cook. Someone that routinely eats out may not know how to prepare themselves or even how to cook basic dishes. This type of person may need to invest in cooking classes or tutorials but over time, they will be able to plan sensible meals.

When people go out to buy things like fresh vegetables or unprocessed meat, they are often concerned about having the extra spoil if not eaten by a certain time. The best thing is to set aside time to prepare food as if a meal was being prepared but placing it the freezer. Food storage bags are available in a number of sizes and will keep foods edible for up to six months. There are also machines that will preserve food longer without freezer burn.

It also helps to keep ingredients that have a longer shelf time like grains and potatoes, as they are easy to cook alone and can be added to soup or sauce for an entree. To cut down on preparation, the produce section of most supermarkets sell vegetables, herbs and fruits that have been cleaned and cut to size. There are many meal possibilities when a person uses their imagination.




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