The eMeals Blog

Memorial Day Bruschetta Burgers

eMeals — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Looking for something new to do with your burgers? If you’re bored of the same old bun, ketchup, and mustard routine we’ve got a burger right up your alley. With mushrooms, basil, perfect mayo and a few other fun change ups this burger will take your taste buds to the next level. The perfect opportunity [...]

3 Healthy Drinks for Summer

eMeals — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:00:00 +0000

As summer arrives with it’s oppressive temperatures, beat the heat by staying well hydrated. Water is the better beverage choice for staying hydrated, but plain water can get boring. Try these fun and healthy drinks to stay well hydrated at the pool, in the backyard or wherever the summer takes you. Strawberry-Basil Water Infused waters [...]

DIY Foodie Masks

eMeals — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:00:00 +0000

Do you want to take better care of your skin but just don’t have the time or energy? Trust us, we fall in the same category so we decided to find a way for you to take care of your skin with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand in your kitchen! These items [...]

Tropical Sherbet Party Punch Recipe

eMeals — Sat, 11 May 2013 15:00:00 +0000

No spring party, shower or social would be complete without a colorful, fruity, sweet punch crowned with the perfect raft of melty sherbet. This punch recipe combines fresh pineapple and strawberries with bubbly soda, tropical juice and rainbow sherbet for a sweet treat sure to please any crowd. Just make sure you make enough! Print [...]

A Simple Guide to a Healthy Cleanse or Detox Diet

Jessica Cox, RD — Thu, 09 May 2013 15:00:00 +0000

While popular detox and cleanse diet plans offer lofty claims, a “detox” focused on healthy whole foods may be the best way to cleanse. From the lemon juice-and-cayenne concoction popularized by Beyoncé to fruit and vegetable juice liquid diets, “cleanses” are all the rage. Proponents claim that these plans help your body to flush out [...]

Kitchen Tip: How to Make Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs

eMeals — Tue, 07 May 2013 15:00:00 +0000

It may seem like an easy task, but making perfect hard-boiled eggs can be challenging. The pitfalls are numerous – from an ugly green ring around the yolk to eggs that are nearly impossible to peel. Follow these simple steps to the perfect hard-boiled egg every time. Choose a stainless steel (not nonstick) saucepan that’s [...]

The Paleo Diet and Coconut Oil Explained

Jessica Cox, RD — Sat, 04 May 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Coconut is everywhere with products like coconut water, coconut milk, coconut oil and coconut-based deserts infiltrating grocery shelves from health food stores to national chains like Wal-Mart. What’s all the buzz about? Proponents of coconut oil claim that this “superfood” can boost your immune system, fight heart disease, and prevent cancer and HIV. The truth [...]

Cinco de Mayo Strawberry-Pineapple Daiquiris

eMeals — Wed, 01 May 2013 15:28:51 +0000

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo (May 5th for those of you who “no hablo Espanol”) with this easy, three-ingredient frozen treat. It’s alcohol-free, so the entire family can enjoy happy hour together. A slight variation of the more common Strawberry Daiquiri, this recipe combines the flavors of strawberry, lime, and pineapple for a tropical, sweet and [...]

Budget-Friendly Kitchen Tip: How to Make Your Own Broth in a Slow Cooker

Jessica Cox, RD — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Of course you can buy vegetable, chicken or beef broth in the grocery store, but why spend the money when making your own is so easy? The benefit of making your own broth is that you can use up all the vegetable scraps you would normally throw away, reducing your food waste and making the [...]

Mother’s Day: Caramelized Doughnut Crisps

eMeals — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Here’s a one-ingredient unique treat that Dad and the kids can make for Mom in about 5 minutes. Great for breakfast or dessert, gift her with a bag of these crisp confections. And if you really want to make Mom’s day, we recommend smearing the crisps with chocolate hazelnut spread. This recipe can be found [...]