No Microwave, No Problem! Why We Ditched Our Microwave

No Microwave? No Problem!

Why we ditched our microwave. And it isn't why you think!

Just like every other North American family, we had a microwave. Yes, I said HAD. 
A couple years back ours screwed the pooch, and we decided not to purchase another.

Why?

Well, a few things really.

The first being; we simply did not want to spend the money to buy another one. Secondly, both my husband and I have read about microwaved food depleting most if not all of your food's nutrients. And the many articles about the negative and harmful radiation they may emit.
Of course, there is always going to be conflicting information, sure, but we choose to find the most nutrient rich way to eat food ... {it's raw by the way, steamed a close second}
Even if they don't emit harmful radiation - why add to the already growing amounts of microwaves, radiation and other shit in your home that, under any other non-technological circumstances, would not be there?
Thirdly -  I HATE the taste of nuked food - gross.


And, since beginning our Moms For Real Food Initiative, we've become, purists.

Questions I get when I tell people I don't have a microwave.

Best BLT Ever Made

Leek and Potato Soup

This easy Leek & Potato Soup recipe is surprisingly mild, flavorful and satisfying! 

With inexpensive and easy to find ingredients, this soup is great to make in large batches to freeze, can or give away.

Get the Recipe ...... 

Leftover Turkey Soup Recipe

How many times have you stared at the loads of turkey still left over from the holidays and felt that moment of despair? 

"There's no way we can eat all this before it goes bad!"

 

So? 

Make a turkey soup. 

Then, can it. Freeze it. Or EAT it.

You can literally throw the entire carcass, along with the bits and pieces that no one eats, and leftover meat into a large pot. Add either water or chicken/vegetable stock and boil that bad boy up all day.

 

 

We have canned this recipe, here is our video on canning soup...

We have canned this Turkey Soup recipe, here is our video on canning soup...v

Here's what you need ....

Top 10 Amazing Health Benefits of DATES

Easy Peasy Guacamole!

This is a great, fresh, healthy recipe! Avocados are a fantastic SUPERFOOD - Jet fuel for moms!

What makes it a superfood? Well, check this out:

• It’s a super energy source.
• This great tasting multivitamin powerhouse is rich in antioxidants vitamin C and vitamin E and contains most of the B vitamins
• Avocados are full of vitamin K (for strong bones and maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system) and you will find the highest concentration of protein and vitamin E of any fruit in an avocado.
• The green pulp of the fruit is also a good source of minerals like potassium, magnesium, phosphorous, manganese, copper and zinc – so scoop it all out!
• There is much more to avocados than that lengthy list of vitamins and minerals. We are just getting started. The combination of what is in an avocado is what really packs a health boosting punch.

For more information on Avocados: AVOCADOS: Natures Superfood

GUACAMOLE

Ingredients

• 3 ripe avocados
• 3 ripe tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3 tbs lime juice
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp pepper

 Directions

1. Peel and pit avocados into bowl
2. Add 1/2 lime juice (this will prevent browning)
3. Mash - according to how you like it, we like a few chunky bits. :)
4. Chop and add tomatoes
5. press and add garlic, and salt & pepper
6. Stir until combined
7. Let sit for at least 20 minutes before eating - so the flavours become wonderful!
8. Serve with tacos, burritos, chips etc ....

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South Street Burger Company: Good Fast Food??

I don't normally do "food reviews", but this is one of the few occasions where I will.

My reasoning  simply boils down to: sometimes you just want to go for a really good burger and fries.

So, when you are careful about what you eat, where your food comes from, & what's in it etc, where do you go?

FIRST. Let me give you a little back story - because I love a good back story ....