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Gardening tips: Protect your irrigation in winter – tips that work
In winter, when temperatures can go way below zero, it's important to think about everything water-related that you live outdoors. For instance, your irrigation system can get easily damaged by cold temperatures, unless you protect it.
Kate Yakimchuk winter gardening tips water Garden 28 December 2023
Freezer containers: Food storage tips
One of the most effective ways to keep your food fresh for a long time is to freeze it - but you need suitable containers for that. Some containers aren't made for that - they can become fragile, or they won't protect your food properly.
Kate Yakimchuk containers freezer food storage Cooking 6 November 2023
Freezing soup: Food storage tips
If you want your food to last for a long time, then you can freeze it - and it also works with liquid food! Soups can be perfectly freezed to last for weeks or even months - you just need to do it correctly.
Kate Yakimchuk soup storage Cooking 3 November 2023
Freezing bread: Storage tips
If you live alone and can't eat all loaves of bread by yourself while it's still fresh, then you should probably freeze it! This storage method helps you to keep your bread fresh for weeks or even months, so you can always unfreeze it when needed.
Kate Yakimchuk food bread storage freezer Cooking 2 November 2023
Freezing ideas: Keep your food fresh
While most people use their freezers for meat, fish, and ice only, you can use your freezer for so many more things! When discovering its true potential, you can save lots of money and keep your food fresh for many weeks or even months.
Kate Yakimchuk freezer food storage ideas Cooking 24 October 2023
Freezing soup is a good idea: Kitchen advice
If you cooked too much soup, then you don't have to eat it all or throw it away - you can always freeze some of it for later! While it seems a bit strange for some people, it's actually a great idea, because it can help you store it for later.
Kate Yakimchuk storage soup tips Cooking 1 October 2023
Freezing meat like a pro: Food storage tips
If you want to keep your meat fresh and delicious for a long time, then you need to freeze it - and you better freeze it like a pro! It seems that all you need to do is to put some meat in a freezer, but it's not that simple - you need to know some tips on how to store it better.
Kate Yakimchuk meat storage tips Cooking 30 September 2023
Why frozen spinach is great: Include it into your diet
Frozen vegetables and herbs are perfect for those who want to keep their diet diverse, healthy, and delicious. One of the things you should always keep in your freezer is frozen spinach that you can easily add to lots of dishes when cooking.
Kate Yakimchuk spinach vegetables storage Cooking 10 September 2023
Freeze your champignons: Why frozen button mushrooms are great
If you love mushrooms, you don't have to buy fresh ones all the time - try freezing them! Frozen champignon mushrooms, also known as button mushrooms or white mushrooms, can be a convenient and versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
Kate Yakimchuk mushrooms storage tips Cooking 19 August 2023
Fruits that shouldn't be stored frozen: Loss of texture and taste
While many fruits can be successfully stored in the freezer, some fruits do not freeze well due to their high water content and delicate cell structures. Freezing can cause these fruits to become mushy, lose their texture, and develop off-flavors.
Kate Yakimchuk fruits storage Cooking 3 August 2023
Unlocking the health benefits of frozen vegetables: Nutritious even after you freeze them
Incorporating frozen vegetables into your diet offers both convenience and nutrition, as they are a rich source of essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Although the cooking process may affect some nutrient levels, certain frozen vegetables manage to preserve their nutritional value remarkably well, making them exceptionally healthy choices even after cooking.
Kate Yakimchuk vegetables health Cooking 29 July 2023
Frozen vegetables are great for your healthy diet: Add them to make your dishes versatile and delicious!
Adding frozen vegetables to your dishes can be a healthy and convenient way to boost your nutrient intake and add variety to your meals. Frozen vegetables are typically harvested at their peak ripeness and quickly frozen, which helps to preserve their nutritional value.
Kate Yakimchuk vegetables healthy food food storage Cooking 22 July 2023
Why you shouldn't freeze salad: Loss of taste and structure
Freezing salad is not recommended because the process of freezing and thawing can significantly alter the texture and quality of the salad ingredients. While sometimes it's hard to eat a bowl of salad when it's fresh, freezing it won't help you.
Kate Yakimchuk salad food storage Cooking 20 July 2023
How long you can keep frozen cheese fresh: Food storage
The storage duration of frozen cheese depends on the type and texture of the cheese. Generally, most cheeses can be frozen for several months without significant quality loss, but the specific storage time can vary.
Kate Yakimchuk food storage cheese Cooking 20 July 2023
Why freezing cottage cheese isn't always a good idea: Food storage
If you want to store food for a longer time, then you can freeze it - but it doesn't work well with all products. Freezing cottage cheese is generally not recommended due to its high moisture content and the potential impact on texture and taste.
Kate Yakimchuk food storage cottage cheese cooking tips Cooking 12 July 2023
Why you can't freeze and thaw meat multiple times before cooking it: Taste and health concerns
Lots of people freeze meat to make it store for a longer time, and when it's time to cook, they can just let it thaw for a while. It also happens that sometimes you change your mind and want to put the meat back in your freezer, but it's not always a good idea.
Kate Yakimchuk food storage meat cooking meat Cooking 5 July 2023
Foods that shouldn't be frozen: They don't store better when you freeze them
You probably know that you can freeze lots of products for better storage. But it doesn't work with all food - some can lose their texture or become completely useless after freezers.
Kate Yakimchuk food storage cooking tips cooking mistakes healthy food Cooking 4 July 2023
You can freeze eggs to make them last longer: Unusual food storage
Most people know that you can freeze meat, fish, butter, and even bread to make it last longer. But you can also freeze some unexpected food - like chicken eggs!
Kate Yakimchuk food storage eggs cooking tips Cooking 30 June 2023