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13 Delicious Rice Alternatives To Bust You Out Of A Dinner Rut

Last summer we lost power for almost a week during the pandemic. It was not ideal by any means. But, I did learn a few things. Like how much my kids loved plain ramen noodles. No seasoning packet needed — just plain noodles. I have been using them as a rice substitute in stir-fries ever since. These bricks of noodles cook in minutes and take sauce well.

13 delicious rice alternatives for any diet

That change got me thinking about other options to take the place of rice. The 10,000-year-old grain is delicious, but it’s great to vary your meals to avoid getting bored. Plus, it’s fun to try new foods! I’ve come up with 13 rice alternatives to satisfy any palate and diet.

Want to learn which of these rice alternatives are right for you?

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Avocado Oil For Cooking – Everything You Need To Know

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As I was making a salad dressing the other day, I reached for avocado oil for cooking instead of my usual olive oil, a change I had been making more and more recently. It wasn’t just because I had purchased a large bottle from Costco, either. We are enjoying the buttery flavor, and the health benefits are top-notch. But then I came across an article that stated, “the vast majority of avocado oil sold in the U.S. is of poor quality, mislabeled or adulterated with other oils.” Eating healthy can be challenging! Information can change dramatically at the drop of a dime, so it’s hard to know what to do.

Determined not to give up on avocado oil for cooking, I set out to find out how to pick the best version. What to look for in a bottle and how to tell if it’s real.

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An Honest Imperfect Foods Review For 2021- Is It Worth It?

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Farm food waste is a real problem in the U.S. Nearly 30-40 percent of the food supply is sent to landfills, according to the USDA. That includes wholesome food that you could place on the dinner table but instead rots in landfills. Some of the food is not fit for consumption, but often the taste is not compromised; they just have some blemishes.

Imperfect Food created a way to get food from farms typically thrown away into customers’ hands. The company prides itself on helping to eliminate food waste in an environmentally conscious way.

After learning more about food recovery services, I was intrigued. The notion of having food, mainly fruits and vegetables, delivered to me weekly was appealing, and doing my part to reduce food waste had me further sold.

But just how does Imperfect Foods work? Is it worth it? And how does Imperfect Foods compare to Misfit Market? I did the research and tried it for several weeks to get the answers.

Are you looking for an honest Imperfect Foods Review? Well, we’ve got one.

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The Chicken Wing Shortage 2021 Is Real! Here’s What’s Going On And 3 Great Alternatives

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You may have seen it on the news, a story about a chicken wing shortage 2021. Restaurants have been feeling the pinch for several months, and now consumers see the effects. Our beloved comfort food has had a significant price increase in the past year due to supply and demand issues.

Want to learn just what is causing the chicken wing shortage 2021 and, more importantly, what can we do about it?

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Stale Hard Taco Shells? Taco Tuesday is Not Ruined! Here’s 1 Quick Hack

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Stale hard taco shells are such a bummer. You are celebrating Taco Tuesday and have all of your ingredients ready to go, and then the big crunch you crave is not there. Nothing is worse than a hard taco shell that isn’t crispy. But there is hope! Want to learn how to revive stale chips and save your fiesta?

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Learn How To Get Kids To Eat Vegetables With These 4 Easy Tips

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I am always trying to learn how to get kids to eat vegetables. Fruits haven’t been too much of a problem, but anything green? No way! When you ask my little guy what his favorite food is, he will almost always say “peas.” Seriously. If he ever tells you that, do NOT believe him. I’ve called his bluff many times and given him peas. His reply, “never said that.” Bless his heart.

Despite my little guy’s apparent pea obsession, I’m always on the hunt for a new way to get my boys to eat more vegetables, and so I took a class on Child Nutrition from Stanford University. It was relatively simple, but there were four good takeaways. I’ve been using these tips for a year now, and honestly believe that I learned how to get kids to eat vegetables.

Want to know how to get YOUR child to eat more vegetables?

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Misfits Market Review 2021 – Can It Save You Money?

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I was lured in by a friend’s Facebook post of a kitchen counter filled with fresh produce. The winter doldrums were hitting hard and I wanted a glimpse that spring was coming so I hit the button and subscribed to Misfits Market. Truthfully, I had no idea what it was or how it worked before I went to the website.

Have you wanted to try a vegetable delivery service?

Want to learn if you can save money through Misfits Market? What about what the produce is like? And how does it compare to a CSA?

Here’s everything you need to know in my honest Misfits Market Review 2021. This is not a sponsored post, just my opinions.

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Duke’s Mayonnaise Deserves All The Hype It Gets

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I can still remember the day in early December. I was doing my typical online grocery shopping, and there it was, something I had heard of for years but had never actually seen — Duke’s mayonnaise. Long-lauded by my Southern friends, I had wanted to try it for years but could never find it — until now. I was intrigued.

I can honestly say that it lived up to the hype. It added a fresh taste to everything I used it in. And I used it a lot! I posted my love for it on Facebook, talked to my friends about it. I was obsessed.

Want to learn all about my newest obsession, Duke’s mayonnaise? How does it taste? How does it compare to Hellman’s?

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How To Create A Laundry System That Works In 4 Easy Steps

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Nothing is worse than staring at a mountain of laundry. Add to that fact is that the mountain keeps growing — laundry is relentless. No matter what happens, you are still going to make more. It’s time to get rid of that mountain and get your laundry under control.

Let’s create a laundry system! I’m not suggesting a complicated one that takes forever to set up. I have a simple system that you will continue to use long after the mountain disappears.

Want to learn how to create a laundry system that works?

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How To Make Jar-Cuterie (Charcuterie In A Jar) The Convenient Appetizer Everyone Loves

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All About Jar-cuterie (charcuterie in a jar)

I miss having parties. Mostly I miss the party food. I will take any excuse to make and eat festive foods, appetizers specifically. As things slowly return to normal, I started to think about my beloved appetizers and how we can enjoy them as we move forward. While scrolling Pinterest during the holidays, I saw a charcuterie place with fancy meat and cheese platters separated into individual containers. It got me thinking, how can I make unique appetizers? After a more in-depth dive, I learned they are called jar-cuterie.

Want to learn all about jar-cuterie and how to make appetizers portable for social distancing?

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