tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post1955137692940700160..comments2023-10-29T05:14:38.158-04:00Comments on The Vegan Mocha Angel: 30-Minute Vegan: Review + Giveaway!Altheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10311926350061672944noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-77471063664910186322010-09-05T18:35:53.303-04:002010-09-05T18:35:53.303-04:00From Sonia:
My BEST kitchen tip isn't new or ...From Sonia:<br /><br />My BEST kitchen tip isn't new or even original- but it has continuously worked for me:<br />It's make a list of the ingredients you'll need for 2-3 days of meals.<br />Go to your local Asian market (fruit and veges are fresher)<br />Clean/wash ingredients then cut them up for your meals. Keep them together (in green bags or whatever you use so you'll know which veges/fruits go with what meal.<br />Cook/prepare and refrigerate meals and when you come in from work-all the hard stuff's done all you need do is either heat up or defrost your meal.<br />sony3804@yahoo.comAltheahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10311926350061672944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-37967908460569509942010-09-05T18:35:05.566-04:002010-09-05T18:35:05.566-04:00From Amaadi:
I say, "Blend it!" If you a...From Amaadi:<br />I say, "Blend it!" If you are in a hurray, throw all the ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend away...This works with sauces, soups, dips, smoothies, and more!<br />mama_amaadi@yahoo.comAltheahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10311926350061672944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-12144865158962681562010-09-05T18:34:25.238-04:002010-09-05T18:34:25.238-04:00From Vanessa:
Make sure that the dishes have been ...From Vanessa:<br />Make sure that the dishes have been done FIRST!<br />vrainette@yahoo.comAltheahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10311926350061672944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-29389435390749254492010-09-02T17:09:15.887-04:002010-09-02T17:09:15.887-04:00I don't have any good tips but, buying a magic...I don't have any good tips but, buying a magic bullet helped save me time chopping things.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02368787114743843464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-10459490196439707502010-09-01T16:31:25.617-04:002010-09-01T16:31:25.617-04:00Tip: pre-wash produce as soon as you get it home f...Tip: pre-wash produce as soon as you get it home from the store. Also when chopping onions or garlic for a recipe, chop up extra while the food cooks and refrigerate it for later use.Ashleihttp://thevegster.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-6419098367256169372010-09-01T12:57:13.108-04:002010-09-01T12:57:13.108-04:00using a rice cooker! cooking grains while prepping...using a rice cooker! cooking grains while prepping the rest of the food makes life so much easier!<br /><br />a.colourful.world@gmail.combethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16139726837539228941noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-9848666630797536862010-09-01T05:01:31.673-04:002010-09-01T05:01:31.673-04:00my best tip is think simple!!! dinner doesn't ...my best tip is think simple!!! dinner doesn't need to be fancy - a plate of chopped fruit and veggies, a handful of nuts, and some dark chocolate is a perfectly acceptable meal in my book.<br /><br />nelsonrr@mymail.vcu.eduRebekah (clarity in creation.)https://www.blogger.com/profile/15611223395550935438noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-64873777537230909012010-09-01T01:37:35.622-04:002010-09-01T01:37:35.622-04:00What a great review! I skimmed this in Barnes and ...What a great review! I skimmed this in Barnes and Noble & decided to pass on it, it looked so blah compared to their Vegan Fusion book, which is great & looks like a coffee table book. After reading your review, I'd love to have a copy. Clearly I should have taken more time in B & N.<br /><br />Speaking of time, I love a good juice, but I have one of those slow juicers that preserve the nutrients, and the hopper requires the produce to be cut up small on top of that...it took me awhile to realize I could make good use of my food processor to prep items for my juicer. Yes, I dirty a 2nd machine, but I have a nice medium size one that isn't too heavy or hard to clean, & boy the time savings. So my tip is don't forget your food processor - it really can be a big help when there's lots to chop and not much time. Email is melindam108@gmail.comMindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17343929955274816296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-51140586224277483012010-09-01T00:56:27.403-04:002010-09-01T00:56:27.403-04:00Hey, love your blog :D
“What is your best kitchen...Hey, love your blog :D<br /><br />“What is your best kitchen tip to help save people time when preparing a meal or drink?"<br />I usually prepare a couple more complicated dishes or components of a dish (if a part of a dish needs to be soaked or dehydrated) over the weekend so it is easier to prepare meals during the busy week. <br />I also think meal planning and a solid grocery list are important. <br /><br />I think if I don't win this giveaway, I'm just going to go out and buy this book. I've looked through it several times at the bookstore and want it so bad! <br /><br />email: radishhh@ufl.eduRadishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16263469691915321181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-44716470183991247412010-09-01T00:45:31.608-04:002010-09-01T00:45:31.608-04:00Well it saves me time to make sure I have all the ...Well it saves me time to make sure I have all the ingredients ahead of time. If there is a recipe I want to make, I try to make a list so I get it all at the store. Otherwise it is annoying to have all but that one thing missing.<br /><br />bittofraw@gmail.combitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07897733975604744859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-58986102857977260482010-08-31T19:35:36.206-04:002010-08-31T19:35:36.206-04:00Loved reading all of the tips!!
We keep mason jar...Loved reading all of the tips!!<br /><br />We keep mason jars of several sizes on hand. They work well for lots of food prep and storage from sprouting, soaking and storing of nuts/seeds, quick "make and shake" salad dressings, and individual serving size juice storage. <br /><br />Also, for a delicious and natural, quick summer treat, we thaw frozen juice concentrate and pour over shaved ice. (you could also blend)<br /><br />a.rawfoodrookie@gmail.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-24382005011056689582010-08-31T17:08:40.371-04:002010-08-31T17:08:40.371-04:00One of the best time savers I know: Have a set of ...One of the best time savers I know: Have a set of good sharp knives. If you do a lot of prep on veggies like I do, a cheap knife just doesn't cut it (literally). Quality knives will save lots of time because you'll be able to cut faster and more accurately. If you can't afford a full set, then start with a chef's knife and a paring knife.Sugarbearhttp://veganjunkfood.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-23955722888392422202010-08-31T16:56:39.520-04:002010-08-31T16:56:39.520-04:00oh yeah forgot... info at proudflower dot com
kee...oh yeah forgot... info at proudflower dot com<br /><br />keep up the great posts :-)ProudFlower Productionshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05354630873233838899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-63418085965475039522010-08-31T16:54:34.451-04:002010-08-31T16:54:34.451-04:00Using Sundays as a weekly prep day really helps sa...Using Sundays as a weekly prep day really helps save me time during the week. I plan my menu for the week before I shop and prepare anything I can on Sunday.ProudFlower Productionshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05354630873233838899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-37006828355460578132010-08-31T15:18:07.747-04:002010-08-31T15:18:07.747-04:00My best tip, use what you have on hand--I smell th...My best tip, use what you have on hand--I smell things into my tastebuds to see if they will taste good on whatever I'm preparing. Honey, BBQ sauce and Ranch dressing are also staples in my kitchen.<br /><br />You might not get exactly what you were going for, but using your sense of smell as a "taste" agent, will get you something good!<br /><br />charli@YouCanLoveYourLifeNow.comUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14649544593538310217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-34606276999214065592010-08-31T12:20:48.967-04:002010-08-31T12:20:48.967-04:00Most certainly clean up as you go along. This coo...Most certainly clean up as you go along. This cookbook looks so lovely. mschoicealways@gmail.comCassiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01169945473102299708noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-1696590700875385332010-08-31T09:57:42.411-04:002010-08-31T09:57:42.411-04:00My time saving kitchen tip is to leave the food pr...My time saving kitchen tip is to leave the food processor on the counter. I use the food processor almost everyday to chop up veges and fruit. This one item allows me to prepare vege soup stock and salad dressing among other things for my meals.<br /><br />Please, please post the recipe for ranch salad dressing. I love a good dressing!marcienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-35937028257207556412010-08-31T08:07:26.636-04:002010-08-31T08:07:26.636-04:00chopping all the veggies for my salads in advance ...chopping all the veggies for my salads in advance and putting in one of those tupperware containers with the dividers- i dont have to chop each time i make a salad. i dont wash them, until its time to actually make the salad, this way things don't get too mushy. happysue1@verizon.nethappysuenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-59997399349909539312010-08-31T01:41:34.972-04:002010-08-31T01:41:34.972-04:00ALWAYS check to make sure you have all the ingredi...ALWAYS check to make sure you have all the ingredients before starting a recipe.<br /><br />The Sweetest Vegan<br />thesweetestvegan@yahoo.comThe Sweetest Veganhttp://www.thesweetestvegan.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-19158099030037471812010-08-31T01:01:32.391-04:002010-08-31T01:01:32.391-04:00Cooking to me is an event, not a chore. I usually ...Cooking to me is an event, not a chore. I usually just make time for cooking so I can just relax and enjoy the experience. If you really need to save some time, you can prep and start cooking the veggies that need to cook the longest right away as you prep the ones you can add later. I also clean my knifes and cutting board and put things away as I go along. But remember to try to enjoy yourself and the process of creating wholesome, nutritious goodness! :)<br />addiebyheart@gmail.comAddie Bliss-Wagnerhttp://lifebyheart.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-84471255895419255232010-08-30T09:17:04.976-04:002010-08-30T09:17:04.976-04:00I have a taste for the exotic, my family leans mor...I have a taste for the exotic, my family leans more to the traditional, so sometimes a variation on the main course satisfies my food wanderlust. One of the best time savers I have is making sure I have plenty of 'go withs' in my pantry. That way if we need brown jasmine rice, or rice noodles,Braggs, coconut sugar or panko or whatever, they are already there for an impromtu stir fry to empty out the veggie bin, or a quick noodle soup to go along with the basic entree. I'm finding my family willing to try new things more this way too.wisdom goddess bornhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00760306963882467076noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-68252608140032300212010-08-30T08:44:08.313-04:002010-08-30T08:44:08.313-04:00For me and my family a good kitchen time saver is ...For me and my family a good kitchen time saver is to pre-wash, pre-cut and stored in containers and the best time saver is to have little helping hands!!! My two youth love to help with any and everything...from washing silverware to wiping down the tables. They help with smoothies and juices as well. Peace Stacey bainakamau@yahoo.commpenzihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05059819779254977516noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-19146479990505175802010-08-30T07:25:03.072-04:002010-08-30T07:25:03.072-04:00After that glowing review (and those pix), I'm...After that glowing review (and those pix), I'm hoping I win this!<br />Best tip for saving time?<br />Hmm...well, the 1st one is that I hang up the items I use the most on litle nails/hooks by my sink so they are only a second away w/no digging through drawers or cupboards. Fast to use -- fast to put away. Like my little cutting board, ceramic slicer, and measuring spoons. I also have hanging up, a little spiral set up laminated recipe notecards from Eva Rawposa (uncooking101.com) that reminds me of basic formulas for things like dressings, patties, nut milk, etc. They say things like 1 part oil and 2 parts vinegar. Just helps when I don't want to take the time to find an exact recipe in a book but need a nudge to remind me of basic ingredients/proportions. So I keep that hanging up for quick grabbing too. So, using my kitchen wallspace for those often-used items is a big timesaver (and they double as wall decorations :)Angeliquehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05747800869513604975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-21147221444721569392010-08-30T04:23:38.383-04:002010-08-30T04:23:38.383-04:00Here are a few of my tips:
My husband and I make ...Here are a few of my tips:<br /><br />My husband and I make all of our lunches for the week on Sunday. We'll choose two different entrees, we'll double both recipes, and then we'll store the food in containers in either the fridge or freezer. <br /><br />Another tip is for the beginners out there. This one helped me a lot when I had no clue how to cut an onion. Cut off the very top and bottom of the onion, then cut the onion in half vertically. This will make it easy to remove the skin. Set the onion down on the cutting board cut-side down. Align the two halves vertically. Take your big knife and cut both halves vertically at the same time. Make as many cuts as needed (less if you're chopping, more if you're mincing). Then take your knife and cut the onion horizontally as many times as needed. Using this technique, I can have an onion cut in under a minute.<br /><br />Don't spend a lot of time removing the skin from garlic! The easiest way to remove it is to hit it hard with an object, which will loosen or take off the skin in one move. I like to set my knife on top of it (not with the sharp side facing up or down! the wide part of the blade will be on the garlic) and push it down with one or both hands. <br /><br />rebeccastar at gmail dot comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8094190866247927416.post-11512614362612419952010-08-29T23:58:30.139-04:002010-08-29T23:58:30.139-04:00Best tip I ever got was from my Mom: clean up as y...Best tip I ever got was from my Mom: clean up as you go along! <br /><br />earth dot mother45 at gmail dot comEARTH MOTHERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05499636052682827022noreply@blogger.com