Dave Smith, provided by Published 5:13 am PST, Sunday, November 18, 2018 Amazon I've owned an Amazon Echo since December 2015. For almost three years, that little black smart speaker has changed the way I live in my apartment. But while the Echo has tons of features and skills for all types of needs and situations, I'd argue that Amazon's line of smart speakers are actually best used in the kitchen. Whether you treat meals like business or you love cooking, here are five ways the Amazon Echo can make cooking better, easier, and more fun: 1. Amazon Echo can actually suggest recipes! Just say "What should I cook tonight?" or "What should I make with [insert your favorite foods here]? Alliance/ Shutterstock If I say "What should I cook tonight?", Echo will start listing off names of dishes you can make. You can say "learn more" to get the full recipe, or say "next" to get another suggestion of what to cook. In the past, Alexa has recommended all sorts of interesting … [Read more...] about The Amazon Echo is actually the best kitchen appliance you can buy — here are 5 reasons why (AMZN)
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How to cook an entire Thanksgiving dinner in an Instant Pot
Oh, the humble Instant Pot. It’s a lifesaver on busy nights when it’s almost dinnertime and you have to prepare a quick meal at the last minute. It can also save a boatload of money on takeout. One of the best things about the Instant Pot is its ability to cook almost anything in one pot. From large cuts of meat to side dishes to desserts, the magical device can prepare foods quickly and easily. You save time on cleanup because you’re not using four different pots and pans. You can slow cook, pressure cook, brown, sauté, and more all in the same pan. You can even use the pot to keep your meal warm. With the holiday season approaching, you may be starting to make plans for Thanksgiving. If you’re hosting, your Instant Pot might end up being your best friend on Turkey Day. Did you know that you can cook your entire Thanksgiving Dinner in an Instant Pot? No more standing over a hot stove top and having the oven on all day. You can sit back, relax, and spend … [Read more...] about How to cook an entire Thanksgiving dinner in an Instant Pot
Amazon Echo is the perfect cooking assistant — here are 5 ways it can help you live your best life in the kitchen
caption The original Amazon Echo is available for just $99.99. source Amazon I’ve owned an Amazon Echo since December 2015. For almost three years, that black little smart speaker has changed the way I live in my apartment. But while the Echo has tons of features and skills for all types of needs and situations, I’d argue that Amazon’s line of smart speakers are actually best used in the kitchen. Whether you treat meals like business or you love cooking, here are 5 ways Amazon Echo can make cooking better, easier, and more fun: 1. Amazon Echo can actually suggest recipes! Just say “What should I cook tonight?” or “What should I make with [insert your favorite foods here]? source Alliance/ Shutterstock If I say “What should I cook tonight?”, Echo will start listing off names of dishes you can make. You can say “learn more” to get the full recipe, or say “next” to get … [Read more...] about Amazon Echo is the perfect cooking assistant — here are 5 ways it can help you live your best life in the kitchen
I tried a science-backed eating plan tied to a better memory and longer life — and never felt like I was ‘dieting’
source Erin Brodwin / Business Insider I tried the Mediterranean Diet, a healthy whole foods meal plan based around vegetables, fish, healthy fats like those from olive oil and avocados. The plan has been linked with benefits that range from a reduced risk of disease to a healthier mind. I learned a lot while trying the regimen, and I’d like to stick with it for a long time. You could say I’ve been around the diet block. I’ve been vegan, restricted my eating to an 8-hour window as part of an intermittent fast, and given ketogenic and vegetarian meal plans a spin – all in an attempt to give myself more energy, feel healthier, and power through the various activities I enjoy, like yoga, hiking, and rock climbing. The one regimen I’ve never tried, however, is the one I write about the most: the Mediterranean Diet. The plan’s cornerstones are vegetables, fish, … [Read more...] about I tried a science-backed eating plan tied to a better memory and longer life — and never felt like I was ‘dieting’
How I cook a healthy and delicious dinner for 4 every night for $300 a month
source David McNew/Getty Images You can cook healthy, delicious meals for $300 a month with careful planning. Determine which stores offer the best value for certain foods and shop accordingly. Experiment with flavorful – but cost-effective – cooking methods, such as adding spices and seasoning. I love to cook. I like to think that I’ve gotten pretty good at it over the past decade-plus, during which my wife and I have primarily dined in. Whether whipping up a quick pasta dish for the family or grilling burgers, brats, and steaks for a backyard full of friends, I enjoy pretty much every aspect of meal planning, prep, and execution. What no one likes, however, is spending hundreds of dollars a month on groceries, especially when a good portion of our food invariably ends up in the trash. (TheNational Resource Defense Councilestimates the average American household spends $2,200 per year on … [Read more...] about How I cook a healthy and delicious dinner for 4 every night for $300 a month