Ash Mahoney - Budget Cooking: A Guide to Healthy Eating Habits & Saving Money

Budget Cooking: A Guide to Healthy Eating Habits & Saving Money

By Ash Mahoney

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Introduction

A s an adult, you can cook whatever you want, and it can be hard to stick to healthy meals that are also budget-friendly. Thats precisely what this book can help you with. Theres no reason to succumb to the fast food craze because it doesnt break the wallet. Well concentrate on fresh ingredients as much as possible while still not breaking the bank.

Your Kitchen Tools Matter

Y our kitchen tools do matter! You dont want to be using dollar items all of the time, and you may want to invest in your kitchen equipment to prepare cheap, healthy meals. In this section, well go over some basic kitchen necessities and their importance with budget cooking. Theres no reason for expensive gadgets. You just need a few essential tools that can perform a large variety of tasks.

Your Knives Matter

Y our knives are an essential part of cooking, and so good quality knives are crucial. They can last a lifetime, so theyre important to invest in. Youll at least want a chefs knife and a paring knife if you cant afford a set. Youll use the check knife as a go-to. Choose one roughly ten inches long, and it should have a gently curved blade, but dont fall for a serrated one. It should be sharp right when you buy it too.

Your paring knife is better for peeling, and they can range from two and a half to four inches they have a plain blade. Look for a budget-friendly knife that fits your hand well. Now, if youre going to drop the cash on a knife thats good, then youll need to take good care of it. Only hand wash and dry them. It isnt recommended that you put a good knife in a dishwasher and store them safely. Theyre sharper than your average table knife. Some people wrap them in a dishcloth before placing them in the drawer to keep any accidents from occurring.

The Right Skillet

Y our best pan will be your best cooking friend. Our recommendation is ten to twelve inches, and a stainless-steel skillet with a heavy bottom is best. A nonstick skillet would be icing on the cake. Nonstick pans are easier to clean, but you need to remember they damage easily they can be worth it for the sear they can produce on your meat though, especially seafood where the texture is essential to plating and taste. A skillets heavy bottom retains the transmitted heat so it can reduce the change of you burning your food.

The Right Pot

Y oure going to need a pot to cook stews, sauces, and soups. Its also essential for boiling water so you can cook pasta. Choose one with a heavy bottom, and make sure it has a lid. The lid can be glass or metal, but glass allows you to check on your food without steam escaping. The heavy bottom better distributes the heat, and similar to the skillet, it can prevent scorching.

The Right Baking Sheet

N o matter if you call it a sheet pan or a baking sheet, youre going to need a good one. We suggest a rimmed baking sheet, and a nonstick coating is a plus. These are great for roasting vegetables, baking cookies, or for cooking one pan meals.