Pickles
You most often find pickles next to a deli sandwich or a ballpark hot dog; however, don’t necessarily mistake them for just a condiment. Pickles are flavorful, low-calorie vegetables that make a great snack. Pickles start out as a raw cucumbers and are then processed by one of many different ways. Usually pickles are submerged in a brine of vinegar, salt and spices and allowed to ferment. Here are a few tips to help you enjoy pickles as part of an overall healthy diet:
1 . When making pickles, leave the skin on to make sure you get all their fiber and minerals.
2 . Cook quick pickles: Heat 1 cup apple cider vinegar, 1 cup water and ¼ cup honey. Pour over sliced cucumbers and let them sit for 15 minutes. Drain and refrigerate for about an hour. These make a healthy option to go with sandwiches or as a snack without a lot of salt. These will keep in the refrigerator for about 5 days.
3 . Remember that pickles are typically high in sodium, which can complicate medical conditions such as high blood pressure. When buying store-bought pickles, look for those labeled low sodium.
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I liked your post HB.
ReplyDeleteCucumbers are wonderful...full of antoxidants and also lignans that help prevent heart disease and cancer. I love them pickled . Homemade is best because we don't put a lot of salt in them. In fact I fancy a cucumber right now...a cool treat on a warm night.
Good words of wisdom HB. And I love my butterfly.
Love and hugs
Butterfly
My little Butterfly,
DeleteSo glad you liked the post we have cucumbers ,tomatoes and all the vegetables in abundance here , my grands get a bucket of water go pick some tomatoes or cukes , rinse them off and eat them , they have their salt shaker with them . I agree homemade is the best . The weather is not as hot for this time of year and we are having cooler than normal night and it rains almost every day , just a slow rain .
I am glad you like the words of wisdom , I hope they help someone . You are welcome for the Butterfly .
Hugs and love
HB
Poppa , we like your post , mama make good pickles , she will make some sweet one too .
ReplyDeletePoppa you got your clothes packed mama is checking to see if everyone has enough drawers . daddy said baby we are going to wear more than drawers daddy is so funny . Mama is taking some with us and some more stuff , uncle Chris is taking watermelons and stuff . we love you poppa . Kisses
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Hello my Grands ,
DeleteI like the help I get from the 7 of you .Let your dear mama pack my clothes , she will unpack and re-pack them , your daddy is funny because he is scared on your mama (laughing my butt off).
I do so love all of you so dearly .
Poppa
Dad
ReplyDeleteYou are amazing , great post .
Be on your best behavior , your only daughter is on the warpath (smiling) Job well done .
Your humble son
Son ,
DeleteI am amazing am I not ? I made you . That was my greatest achievement and a job I did well , do you not agree ? Best behavior , heck no , if I make it to the toilet and lock the door , I am safe .
Your loving Dad
Howdy Dad , you rascal , Mae told me what you said , you are in trouble Hahahaha!!! Great post and thanks for putting the pickles back . Love you mucho .
ReplyDeleteYour only daughter
My daughter , when is it that I am not in trouble , that keeps you on your toess and my blood flowing with laughter . My grands helped me put them back because you are working hard helping Anita get things in order while we are gone .
DeleteBack at you my daughter , I love you mucho .
Dad
G.
ReplyDeleteYou really have a knack for this , Harvey brought me a jar of pickles , they are kosher , the crunch is out of this world , that girl sure know her business . Have said she has sliced ones , dills , sweet and sour . Nanette can also make all sorts of sweets , the peach trees are full . Keep up the good work .
Jean and Harvey ,
DeleteI am beginning to get the hang of this , I do not know how long I will last .
Jean you learn last year that they can and freeze the fruits and vegetables . Tell Harvey we are having fat back and greens tomorrow with hot water bread . Come over .
G.
G.
ReplyDeleteI see why the grandkids think you and your son is so funny , both do your big talk and weasel out . You said you was not going to put the pickles back , the kids told me you put them back , you scared , oh my goodness , you are not so tough and you can't run either .
G. you are so lovable sometime .
My dear Joanna ,
DeleteI back up my big talk if you can catch me . Put the pickles back , after all the hell she raised about the herbs , I had a headache and I do not think I want another one off those , she follows you round and talk . (laughing my butt off )
Joanna , I can outrun you any day . I Am lovable all the time , is that not so ?