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How to Quick-Soak Black-Eyed Peas

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quick-soak-black-eyed-peas-squareHave you ever asked yourself the question whether you should soak or not soak when preparing beans?  The black-eyed pea, which is also known as a cowpea, doesn’t necessarily need to be soaked. But if you find yourself short on time, soaking black-eyed peas can make a true difference in regards to cooking time. So if time is ever your enemy, this simple method will make your day!

Step 1: Rinse the beans in cool water

Step 2: Pour the beans in boiling water, and boil them for 2 minutes.

Step 3: Remove the from heat and let them sit aside for an hour to cool.

Step 4: Discard the water. Then you can start cooking with the beans!

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Tips & Tricks – Easily Peel Potatoes

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Do you dislike peeling potatoes? Do you wish that there was a way to easily peel potatoes? We have a simple trick that will make the process a lot easier and faster so you can move on with the rest of your cooking!1-hate-peeling-potatoes

  1. Cut a thin line around the circumference of the potato just deep enough to pierce the skin.
  2. Boil the potatoes as you normally would.
  3. Fill a bowl with ice-cold water and transfer the potatoes into it when they are done boiling.
  4. Simply pull off the skins and they’ll come right off your potatoes!

Now that you can easily peel more potatoes, try your hand at one of our recipes! Here are some recipes that feature potatoes:

Smart Starch Food Safety

Potatoes are among some of the most common leftover food items, especially during the holiday season. Be sure you’re storing and reheating all of your leftovers safely before reserving them for friends and family. For more information on why potatoes pose a food safety concern and how to properly handle them.

Learn more about the nutritional value of potatoes here. 

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Have a Better Breakfast with Eggs

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1-breakfast-with-eggsBreakfast is often the meal of the day that you eat in a rush, on-the-go, or not at all. And when we we think of breakfast foods, we usually think of donuts, pancakes, pastries, and coffee, all filled with sugar. But breakfast doesn’t have to start out sugar-filled.

Eggs, and other foods, can be added to your morning routine for a power-filled breakfast. For more information, take a look at what the Egg Nutrition Center has put together.

 

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Get Fresh with Fruits and Vegetables

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With so many fruits and vegetables, it can be hard to remember how to store everything to keep it fresh for as long as possible. Stretch your dollar by properly storing your fruits and vegetables. Print the guide below to help you remember what gets stored where. Keep it near the refrigerator so you and your family can easily access it later!

 

 

 

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