By Stewart Hare
Do you consume soya?
This is a question regarding health concerns and soya which one of my readers emailed me, plus my answer. If you consume a lot of soya, you may find it interesting.
By Melissa Lastelle
Don’t be fooled by the misconception that all vegetarian food is made from a low calorie vegetarian recipe. It may be the case if the dish is based solely around vegetables but often the addition of oils, dairy products, nuts and seeds significantly raise the calorie content.
By Richard Massey
Soups and sauces can be thickened in a variety of ways. A sauce must the thick enough to cling to the food, but not so thick it stands up on its own. Starches are by far the most common thickening agent. Cornstarch, arrowroot, waxy maize and the ever popular, roux (roo). But what is a roux and how does it work?
By Eric Hartwell
Are you running out of ideas as to how to cook vegetables into something that is palatable? A lot of people, perhaps except vegetarians, hate vegetables and it can be an up hill struggle to prepare a meal that everybody likes.
By Carol Stack
Planning, planting, growing and harvesting a vegetable garden can be great fun for the whole family. And while you are having fun, you will be growing your own food. Having your own vegetable garden can be a very satisfying undertaking and is an excellent way to teach your children about responsibility as well.
