Cooking Basics – Pretty Bird Kitchen

How to Store Leafy Greens so They Stay Fresh for Weeks

Summer Sebastian — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 01:12:14 +0000

Tired of tossing out slimy spinach and wilted kale? Learn how to store leafy greens the right way so they stay fresh, vibrant, and crisp! If you struggle to keep your leafy greens fresh long enough to actually use them, you’re not alone. Leafy greens such as spinach, kale, spring mix, and lettuces used to...

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How to Make Seasonings Stick to Oil-Free Popcorn

Summer Sebastian — Thu, 27 May 2021 22:35:16 +0000

Wondering how to make seasonings stick to oil-free popcorn? Keep reading to see how to make light and fluffy popcorn in an air popper, plus how to make seasonings stick to your popcorn without using any oil! Oil-free popcorn. It’s healthy, but if you’ve ever made it before, then you know what a pain it...

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How to Afford a Plant-Based Diet on a Budget

Summer Sebastian — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 23:22:10 +0000

Think your budget is too tight to eat plant-based? Well, think again! Here’s how you can afford a plant-based diet on a budget, even if you think healthy food is too expensive. “I can’t afford to eat plant-based.” “It costs more to buy healthy food than junk food.” “I’ll make my health a priority when...

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The Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen (Free Printable List!)

Summer Sebastian — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 15:00:00 +0000

Learn all about the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen, plus get a free printable list to keep for easy reference! I’ll show you which foods have the most pesticide residues according to the Environmental Working Group and which ones have the least amount of chemicals so you know which fruits and vegetables you should buy...

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26 Affordable Plant-Based Foods to Buy at ALDI

Summer Sebastian — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 18:19:11 +0000

25+ affordable plant-based foods to buy at ALDI when you’re on a budget and follow a whole food, plant-based diet. Want to save money while still eating healthy? You can buy plenty of whole food, plant-based staples at ALDI, which is a German-based discount grocery store that makes eating plant-based super affordable! If you’ve never...

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Plant-based Shopping List: What to Buy When You Follow a Plant-based Diet

Summer Sebastian — Tue, 31 Mar 2020 19:00:05 +0000

This plant-based shopping list will help you know which whole foods and other grocery store products are acceptable on a whole food, plant-based diet. Don’t miss these beginner tips, especially if you need some ideas to help with meal planning! Also, don’t forget to download the free printable grocery list at the end of the post! This...

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An Honest Rubbermaid FreshWorks Review

Summer Sebastian — Fri, 04 Oct 2019 20:14:22 +0000

Wondering how to keep your fruit and vegetables fresh longer? Keep reading to see my honest review of Rubbermaid Freshworks Produce Saver containers and whether they REALLY work as well as they claim! I have a new favorite set of fresh produce storage containers in my refrigerator. That’s right, I’ve discovered the best produce saver...

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The Meal Planning Binder You Need to Make Meal Planning a Breeze

Summer Sebastian — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 13:40:54 +0000

Meal planning doesn’t have to be a time-consuming chore. In fact, my printable Meal Planning Binder will help you plan your weekly menu quickly and efficiently! Keep reading to see how to use this handy tool to make the meal planning process a breeze. Ah, the Meal Plan. It’s a real sanity-saver when you make...

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How to Freeze Fruit: The Complete Beginner’s Guide

Summer Sebastian — Sat, 10 Aug 2019 00:17:46 +0000

Freezing fruit is a lot easier than you might think. Keep reading to see which fruits can be frozen, how to freeze fruit without it sticking together, and how to store your frozen fruit! I’m a huge fan of frozen fruit. It’s good for smoothies, baking, and even general snacking! And the best part is...

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15 Must-Have Kitchen Items Every Plant-Based Kitchen Needs

Summer Sebastian — Fri, 10 May 2019 20:40:48 +0000

Not sure what essential kitchen tools you need for plant-based cooking? Keep reading to see my absolute favorite must-have kitchen items that I use regularly in my plant-based kitchen. These tools, gadgets, and small appliances make plant-based cooking a breeze! Plant-based cooking really isn’t that complicated, but it does make the cooking process easier when...

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