Food & Nutrition: Culinary Techniques, Diets & Metabolic Health

Nutritional health is achieved through the therapeutic use of whole foods, safe culinary preparation, and understanding the metabolic impacts of specific dietary frameworks and ingredients.

fried pangasius fish fillet pieces

How to Cook Fish in a Slow Cooker

The key to cooking fish in a slow cooker without making your house smell like seafood is to wrap the fish in foil. You're essentially baking the fish in the slow cooker, and the foil traps not only the odors but also moisture and seasonings, leaving you with a tender, flaky entree.

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Freshly Cooked White Rice in a Strainer Near a Sink

How to Cook Uncle Ben's Converted Rice

Uncle Ben's Converted Rice is parboiled, meaning that the rice grains were steamed before they were husked. This process infuses the grains with many nutrients that would otherwise have been thrown away with the husk.

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Homemade Sliced Turkey Breast

How to Cook a Turkey Tenderloin in a Crock-Pot

A turkey tenderloin -- the boneless strip of white meat found under the breast -- makes a perfect entrรฉe for an elegant dinner or a casual Sunday brunch. The average turkey tenderloin weighs 8 to 16 ounces, and is a low-fat source of protein.

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Baked French Fries

How to Heat Up French Fries in a Toaster Oven

Heating up leftover French fries in a toaster oven will give you a crunchy, delicious snack or side dish. A toaster oven won't heat up the kitchen as much as a standard oven, and it uses less electricity, making it an efficient appliance for reheating a small number of fries.

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