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3 Things to Know Before Using Ground Turkey

Posted on June 8, 2015 by adminOctober 25, 2016

3 Things to Know Before Using Ground Turkey

Is ground turkey really a better choice for your family?

With beef prices rising, many families today are having to make choices and substitutions in their favorite traditional recipes. If you use a lot of ground meat, you may be considering ground turkey, especially the white meat. When seasoned well, turkey is a great substitute in chili, burgers, stuffed peppers, spaghetti and pasta dishes, casseroles, meatloaves, meatballs and sauces.

1. The nutrition pros and cons of beef vs. turkey.
Before jumping on the turkey bandwagon just to save a few dollars, consider the needs of your family. Ground turkey breast has less fat and calories but more cholesterol. Beef has more protein and potassium than turkey. Ground beef is much juicer and flavorful than white turkey meat. As with any foods, make sure your purchase is fresh and will be used right away or frozen.

2. Solving the problem of drier turkey meat over moist ground beef.
As a rule, ground turkey (especially the breast) will be drier than ground beef. This will mean you need to add ingredients to make moister, palatable dishes. Perhaps you can do ½ and ½ as you experiment with flavors and recipes. Depending on your tastes and what you are cooking, here are a few suggestions:
finely chopped mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, peppers
bread crumbs or dry bread soaked in milk
salsa, fresh or canned
diced apples or pears
soy sauce, ketchup, BBQ sauce

3. Which herbs and spices are best with ground turkey?
Substituting turkey for ground beef will require adding more flavor enhancers as well as moisture. Some good additives are herbs (especially fresh) and spices. Someone has wisely said, “I check the aroma of a spice or herb; if it smells appetizing to me, I try a little in my recipe.” Some good choices are oregano, thyme, rosemary, basil, pepper, chili powder and garlic. Also add shredded Parmesan or other cheeses.

A simple recipe and a reminder.
Here is a basic burger to try: 2 lb. ground turkey, ½ cup grated zucchini, ½ cup chopped onion, one egg. Add salt, pepper and other seasonings as desired. Serve on toasted bun with spicy mustard and pickles. Yum! A reminder: ground turkey must be cooked thoroughly, no medium or rare turkey burgers!

Let me hear from you; what changes are you making in your household to keep your family healthy as prices go up?

Hugs,

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Posted in All Posts, Health | Tagged families, favorite traditional recipes, ground meat, ground turkey breast, nutrition

Healthy Snack Options for the Holidays

Posted on December 15, 2014 by adminOctober 26, 2016

Healthy Snack Options for the Holidays‘Tis the season for holiday treats. Caring for family and others can get complicated as you work to provide healthy alternatives when the focus seems to be on elaborate, calorie-laden foods.

Here are some ideas for trimming calories and sugar while still providing ready-to-eat snacks. With careful shopping and a little planning ahead, you can be the caregiver in the know!

1. If your situation calls for the familiar fudge and cookie scene, consider the size of servings. Make your fudge thinner and cut smaller cubes. Making other candies and cookies, do the same. This really will make a huge difference for those who just grab a cookie or two as they pass the dish!
2. Consider pop corn as an alternative. Use air-popped corn and drizzle with almond bark while still hot. You can add sliced almonds, crushed peppermint pieces, or chopped dried fruit pieces for variety. Experiment with herbs or cheeses like Parmesan sprinkled on warm popcorn.
3. Keep veggies handy in the refrigerator. Celery sticks with cream cheese or peanut butter make a great snack. Use a low calorie dip or yogurt for your carrot sticks, broccoli, and cauliflower.
4. Don’t forget to use dairy products. Cheese cubes or cheese sticks are a good snack providing calcium and protein. Boiled eggs are another good item to have on hand as a quick snack without adding unwanted calories.
5. Chips are a popular snack but can provide too much sodium and fats. Look for some fabulous newer products such as humus chips (try them before you snub your nose!) or reduced sodium varieties. Note: reduced fat products often have increased sodium so read the labels before buying. Consider fresh salsa as a nutritious dip.

Here are a couple of bonus tips I have found most helpful for our family. First, use foods that take longer to eat; such as an orange that has to be peeled first or nuts that have to be cracked.
The second tip goes with number one above: smaller servings. Think smaller servings in all your snacks like individual pudding or fruit cups or mini tarts with fruit.
Another simple way to cut calories is to use almond bark and add toasted almonds or sunflower seeds and chopped dried fruit. Spread thin and break into small pieces when cool. Soothes the sweet tooth with fewer calories with the addition of nutritious fruit and nuts.

Have a great holiday as you care for others; let me hear your ideas.

Hugs,

Posted in All Posts, Health | Tagged caring for family, families, healthy snack options, holiday, holiday treats, nutrition

Caregivers: Giving Thanks in Stressful Times

Posted on November 26, 2014 by adminOctober 26, 2016

Caregivers: Giving Thanks in Stressful TimesThanksgiving is a time to pause, enjoy family, and give thanks. For caregivers, families going through trying times, elderly and others, it can be difficult to see past the stress and count blessings.

Plans can change quickly, without warning.
A family going through trying times this week reminded me of the many reasons I have to be thankful. He had learned he has inoperable, terminal cancer. He is often in pain.  They were making plans to finally visit family in other states this summer. She is saddened and confused as their earlier plans are on hold and she perhaps faces a future without him.

How can you give thanks when tragedy strikes?
What do they have to be thankful for? To celebrate? We had barely expressed our love and concern when each of them beamed through tears as they voiced their thanksgiving thoughts.
She: “Praise God, we have some months together; he is home for the holidays and winter. Our friends and family can visit often and we can enjoy what time we have together.”  He: “God has been good to me through the years. I’m thankful for a good wife and family and a comfortable home to enjoy.”

A look at others gives hope and purpose.
She: “I am thankful for our good church family and friends who have brought us prepared meals so I don’t have to be concerned with how to feed everyone. I can turn my attention to him and to those who visit and call.”
He: (with tears streaming down his face) “More than anything else, I am thankful to say it’s okay, I know where I am going.”

If you get within hearing distance, he will ask you about your journey. “Are you going to Heaven? Are you sure?”
And she will give you hugs and ask how you are. “Can we do something for you? Are you okay?”

Turning our thoughts toward praise.

Do you find yourself grumbling or complaining when problems arise? It’s easy to get into that habit and lose sight of all we have. This Thanksgiving I’m determined to turn every single complaint, discouragement, or bump in the road into a “Thank You, Lord!”
Join me?

Hugs,

” … singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ;” Ephesians 5:19-20  Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted in All Posts, Hope | Tagged caregivers, elderly, families, friends and family, home for the holidays, terminal cancer, when tragedy strikes

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