Favorite New Thing - De Boles Pasta

        After going gluten free I abandoned the thought of finding great tasting pasta. Brown rice, corn, quinoa all great grains but in the end made for terrible pasta. My world was turned upside down when I encountered De Boles Multi Grain Spaghetti Style Pasta. Made from a delicious blend of rice, quinoa and amaranth De Boles is the first pasta I've kept in my cupboards (as opposed to tossing it out after the first use). It's surprisingly great tasting and filling. I love the fact that it blends well with sauces (instead of tasting like corn or rice with spaghetti sauce on top of it). To use simply toss in boiling water for 5-7 minutes or until al dente. I'm still having a little problem getting the al dente part down but I will get it. Best of all I love how it's given me a pasta experience I can look forward to.

Love that app!!!

        With so much going on in our daily lives it can be tough to keep track of our obligations. Evernote, a free app through the Android market place allows you to stay organized by allowing users to take photos, create to do list, record audio, draw, sketch and last but not least take notes. Best of all it remembers everything since it syncs across all your devices (laptop, tablet, smart phone, etc...). It's somewhat similar to ColorNote Notepad but with more features and functionality. I use my Evernote to create

• Daily to do list
• Grocery list
• Take photos

        It beats using pen and paper and you don't have to worry about remembering about taking your list with you everywhere (instead just take your smart phone). It takes some getting use to but if your into organization Evernote is for you. 

   

Happy V-Day!

Happy Valentine's Day to you and your loved ones!

Tools of the Trade - Misto

Controlling your fat intake (especially the unhealthy kind) can be challenging, looking for a product that could assist me I stumbled upon Misto Olive Oil Sprayer. Available for $10 at various retailers, Misto is perfect when you’re watching your oil usage. Suitable for a variety of oils including olive oil, corn oil (or in my case canola oil) you can even use lemon juice in your sprayer. To use simply remove the top, fill half way up with the liquid of your choice and screw the nozzle back on. Use the cap to pump air into the container and all that’s left to do is point and spray.

             I’ve been using Misto now for four months and I am definitely pleased. I’m amazed how little oil I end up using. My oil seems to last longer and there hasn’t been a difference in the quality of food. The before and after in my oil usage is very apparent. I'm really glad I purchased it. After reading the reviews online I’ve learned a few helpful hints that I think will help you with your Misto. 

1. Keep Misto upright to get the best mist of oil (tilt the pan instead).
2. Release any used pressure from the canister by unscrewing the nozzle. 
3. Wash your Misto after you used all the oil.