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The Fix-It Blender: Even More Tips,
Tricks, and Tactics!
We love our blender. We can throw in a whole bunch of ingredients, press a
button, and get rewarded with something healthy and delicious, whether it’s
smoothies, sauces, or spicy vegetable juices.
This chapter is my version of an information blender, where I’m throwing in
an array of useful ingredients. Take from it whatever appeals and seems likely to
improve your eating life. You’ll find some recipes, a few tactics, and plenty of
ideas to help make your kitchen fix-it central.
Spice It Up
It’s not a pantry without shakeable seasoning magic. Whatever you
do, don’t let these spices get dusty at the back of your cabinet.
The right spices can elevate both the taste and health cred of whatever you’re
cooking for next to no calories. So flip open those little jars and tins, and try
some of my healthy ideas. Start with the ones that have exact measurements;
then, once you get the hang of that, channel your inner chef with the “little bit of
this, little bit of that” inspirations. When you’re really into the swing of things,
you can even ditch the recipes altogether. Just play.