dimanche 11 janvier 2015

Reinvent Meals With Specialty Salsa

By Enid Hinton


The mission to eat healthy while staying within a budget is a common goal for many. What many are finding out is that both can be achieve easily with a little creativity. Some products that claim to flavor foods are expensive or loaded down with chemicals or salt. One good solution is the use of specialty salsa in foods, making them more nutritious as well as tasty.

For those who are serious about having less fat and more flavors in their food should read on. There is more to this wonderful food than just being hot and spicy. The varieties of salsas on the market will change how some people eat.

Although tomatoes, herbs, and onions make up most traditional recipes, other varieties include fruits, corn, and many types of peppers from across the world. The tomatillo, which is part of the tomato family, is green with a firm texture and slightly tangy. There are also non-traditional ingredients that vary from sweet to smoky to fiery.

Traditional meal stretchers like casserole and meatloaf can see a new life by adding salsa to the mix or as a topper. When using ground poultry, which can be dry after cooking, this can be a fast way to add moisture without resorting to fattening items like gravy. The best part is that adding this to meals is inexpensive and can add something special to dishes.

Some like to eat skinless chicken but hate the fact that it can get dry after cooking. Topping with salsa or using it to make low calorie dips are wonderful ways to eat right. Many premium brands are made with garden fresh vegetables so this can add more nutrients to meals and excellent for those who are dieting.

Vegetarians can also use salsa to add spice to entrees and side dishes like beans and rice. Potatoes and grains can have extra color with the extra peppers and fruits and herbs. Some like to add this to salads, pasta, grains, and other meals that are easy to make.

Someone who is not used to using salsa in cooking may want to compare for the best value. While there are many brands on the shelves, often those that look mushy or watery often lack real taste. Yet those with chunks of freshly packed vegetables and other produce look great and are often filled with tremendous flavor. The latter is not cheap but many times it lends itself to make meals taste better without a lot of worry about taste or calories.

In fact, going with one that is filled with visible seasonings, chunky pieces of fruits and vegetables not only has the better taste, but is versatile when cooking. Home cooks and those with little time to spend in the kitchen find that this can convert almost anything into something special. The use of salsa is a healthy and fun way to get the most out of everyday meals. It can also cut the caloric content which is helpful in getting rid of extra pounds.




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