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by Yvonne Maffei | Jun 19, 2015 | Drinks, Iftar, Ramadan, Suhoor
There’s no doubt that one of the hardest part of the fasting day might not even be going without food, but going without water. That’s why it’s super important to hydrate during the non-fasting hours, all throughout those hours. It’s easy to remember to do if you make a huge jar of a natural, hydrating drink and keep it on hand to fill up large cups to drink after eating the Iftar meal, take it on the go to the taraweeh prayers, and more.
I made this wonderful large jar of fruity coconut water earlier in the day, refrigerated it and took it out at Iftar time. I drink as much as I can throughout the night and before it’s time to stop eating and drinking once again. Use fresh fruits you have on hand, the best coconut water you can find (or just water) and fresh herbs from your garden to make it extra special and refreshing.
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by Yvonne Maffei | Feb 18, 2015 | Cooking Techniques & Kitchen Tips
There is nothing more frustrating about cooking {to me} than waste! I buy fresh products with really good intentions to use them all up in a timely manner, but sometimes life just gets in the way and I don’t end up using things as quickly as I had hoped. Better planning is always important, but better managing of those products can also help them stay fresher longer, too.
That said, here’s one way I’ve learned to keep my fresh herbs fresher for longer, without resorting to buying one single extra gadget I don’t need or want in my kitchen. Place the bunch (keep it tied) in a glass of water and place it directly in the fridge, which keeps them upright and fresh for several days longer than simply keeping them in a bag, which also makes them get all mushy unless you dry and line them with a paper towel.
That’s it! And, because they look like a fresh bouquet of ‘flowers’, they make your fridge’s interior sort of decorated- but don’t let that delay you from actually using them!
by Yvonne Maffei | Oct 10, 2014 | Cooking Techniques & Kitchen Tips
As part of my new Q & A video series, this time I address the issue of storing herbs. As always, I’d love to hear what you have to say in the comments section below.
