healthy cooking techniques

When cutting back on sodium, fat, and cholesterol, how you cook is just as important as what you cook. You can prepare foods with little or no oil for a healthier way of cooking.

Bake: Since baking generally does not require that you add fat to the food, it is a great alternative for cooking.

Microwave: This is a good alternative because it's fast and doesn't add any fat or calories.

Steam: Steaming is a way to keep all the nutrients in the food as well as the flavor.

time to clean the microwave

To clean your microwave, heat a bowl of water on high power for 5 to 10 minutes. Keep the door closed for several more minutes to allow the steam to do its magic. Using pot holders, carefully remove the bowl of water. Then wipe the walls of the oven -- almost effortlessly. To deodorize add 1/4 cup of vinegar.