Food Storage

There has been much discussion and concern raised about storing and heating food in plastic containers. As someone who prides herself in taking a bag lunch to work, I was guilty of doing this regularly! When I heard of the possible hazards of chemicals leaching into my food, I quickly… Read more“Food Storage”

Homemade Peanut Butter

Put homemade peanut butter in a glass jar and store in the refrigerator. Julia Stewart photo.

Peanut butter is a satisfying snack full of healthy fat, protein and fiber. But peanut butter can be full of salt, sugar, glucose-fructose and trans fats.  So read the label carefully to see what has been added to the peanut butter you are buying.   Or, better yet, make your… Read more“Homemade Peanut Butter”