Carrots Archives - Cooking 4 All Wed, 03 Jan 2024 14:07:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://cooking4all.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/cropped-favicon_bold-32x32.png Carrots Archives - Cooking 4 All 32 32 Six Orange Immune Boosting Foods for Winter https://cooking4all.com/six-orange-immune-boosting-foods-for-winter/ Wed, 03 Jan 2024 20:49:01 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=16651 In the pursuit of a robust immune system, incorporating nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables into your daily diet is a practical and delicious way to fortify your health. Among the vibrant spectrum of choices, orange-hued options stand out for their immune-boosting properties. Let’s delve into some of the top orange powerhouses that can naturally enhance your […]

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]]> In the pursuit of a robust immune system, incorporating nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables into your daily diet is a practical and delicious way to fortify your health. Among the vibrant spectrum of choices, orange-hued options stand out for their immune-boosting properties. Let’s delve into some of the top orange powerhouses that can naturally enhance your immune system.

Oranges – Vitamin C Citrus

Oranges an excellent source of vitamin C, a rich antioxidant that boosts immunity. Vitamin C from oranges and other citrus fruits increases the body’s production of white blood cells, helping fight off viruses and flu’s.

Sweet Potatoes – Beta-Carotene

These tasty veggies are the richest source of beta-carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A, keeping the immune system and blood levels on the ball, promoting gut health and decreasing risk of vitamin A deficiency.

Carrots – Vitamin C and Beta-Carotene

Carrots, loaded with vitamin C and beta-carotene, are fierce immune protectors by promoting the production of antibodies and breaking down iron to fight infection.

Mangoes – Vitamin A and C

Super rich in vitamin C content, mangoes are a flavorful immunity booster loaded with other immune-supporting nutrients like copper, folate, vitamin E, and B vitamins.

Pumpkins – Vitamin A, C and E, and Beta-Carotene

Squashing the previous three immune boosters (pun-intended), pumpkins are rich in beta-carotene which your body turns into vitamin A, which promotes a healthy immune system. Its vitamin C helps increase white blood cell production, strengthening your immune cell army! Vitamin E, iron and folate also strengthen your immune system, adding to the many benefits if adding pumpkin to your recipes.

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]]> Two-Step Air Fryer Carrots That Make for the Perfect Side Dish https://cooking4all.com/two-step-air-fryer-carrots-that-make-for-the-perfect-side-dish/ Wed, 22 Nov 2023 08:33:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=15973 While air fryers are highly effective at cooking chicken and other crispy mains, they’re also perfect for preparing some incredibly tasty vegetables. Here is a two-step recipe for preparing some flavorsome crispy carrots that will be a great side for any meal. Open The Airfryer Toss some carrots, coriander, cumin, oil, cinnamon, and a dash […]

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]]> While air fryers are highly effective at cooking chicken and other crispy mains, they’re also perfect for preparing some incredibly tasty vegetables. Here is a two-step recipe for preparing some flavorsome crispy carrots that will be a great side for any meal.

Open The Airfryer

Toss some carrots, coriander, cumin, oil, cinnamon, and a dash of paprika into your air fryer basket. Make sure to cook well at 370° until the carrots are tender. This could take around 13 minutes.

Enhance The Flavor

Now, the time has come to put the carrots into a bowl. Mix orange juice and lemon juice together in the bowl and soak the carrots. Top it all off with some pomegranate seeds and almonds.

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]]> Two Ways To Cook With Carrots https://cooking4all.com/two-ways-to-cook-with-carrots/ Mon, 23 Oct 2023 08:03:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=15453 Carrots are a great burst of flavor and color on your plate, and unlike many of our favorite fruit and vegetables, they are in season as we move into fall and winter. If you’re a fan of these orange root vegetables, but have run out of recipes that use them, check out these recipes which […]

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]]> Carrots are a great burst of flavor and color on your plate, and unlike many of our favorite fruit and vegetables, they are in season as we move into fall and winter. If you’re a fan of these orange root vegetables, but have run out of recipes that use them, check out these recipes which offer new ways to eat this healthy vegetable.

Carrot, Honey and Pecan Slaw

Ingredients (to serve 4)

  • 4 carrots, scrubbed clean
  • Half a head of purple cabbage
  • Half a red onion
  • 1/4 cup of broken pecan nuts
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Finely grate or slice the carrots, cabbage and onions.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the grated vegetables with the pecan nuts.
  3. Whisk the honey, vinegar, mayonnaise and a pinch of salt and pepper together to form an emulsion.
  4. Use the mayonnaise emulsion to dress the slaw. Serve immediately alongside burgers or pizza.

Carrot and Pea Puree

Ingredients (to serve 4)

  • 4 large carrots
  • 1/2 cup of chestnut mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup of fresh or frozen garden peas
  • 1/2 cup of cooked chestnuts
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon of miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons of butter
  • 1 tablespoon of oil
  • 1 teaspoon of pepper

Instructions

  1. Boil the carrots and the peas until both are just tender. Remove from the heat.
  2. Fry the chestnut mushrooms in the oil until cooked, then remove from the heat.
  3. Melt the butter in a pan, stir in the miso paste, pepper and nutmeg.
  4. Move all of the ingredients to a food processor and blitz until smooth.
  5. Serve on crackers as part of a canape spread, or on bread alongside a soup.

Carrots are famously good for our eyes, but eating them also has health benefits for hair, skin and nails. So stock up on these orange vegetables and see what you can do with them in your kitchen.

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]]> Step-By-Step Guide for Cleaning Carrots https://cooking4all.com/step-by-step-guide-for-cleaning-carrots/ Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:14:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=15413 People usually don’t put much thought into cleaning carrots. They simply wash them under a stream of water and call it a day. But as you might assume, this isn’t the best way to go about it. Properly cleaning carrots and all other raw vegetables is an important part of food safety practices. It will […]

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]]> People usually don’t put much thought into cleaning carrots. They simply wash them under a stream of water and call it a day. But as you might assume, this isn’t the best way to go about it.

Properly cleaning carrots and all other raw vegetables is an important part of food safety practices. It will protect you from bacteria and various food-borne illnesses. Here are step-by-step instructions on how to do it.

Shake Off the Dirt

If you are getting carrots from your own garden, make sure to shake off the dirt as much as you can. This will make the cleaning process a lot easier.

Cut the Top

Place the carrots on a cutting board and slice off the top. Don’t cut too low so you don’t waste perfectly good carrot parts.

Wash with Lukewarm Water

Wash the carrots under a stream of water. Make sure not to use too hot or too cold water, lukewarm water is the best choice here.

Brush

Brush the carrot in order to remove any dirt leftovers. You can afterward wash them with lukewarm water once again if you feel the need.

Peel

After that, peel the carrot using a vegetable peeler. If you don’t have one, you can scrape the outer layer using a knife.

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]]> Start Your Day With This Refreshing Homemade Carrot Juice https://cooking4all.com/start-your-day-with-this-refreshing-homemade-carrot-juice/ Fri, 15 Oct 2021 11:58:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=13304 Everyone’s morning routine is different. Some need a strong cup of espresso to get the day started, some just drink a glass of water, and some go the extra mile and choose a freshly squeezed juice to start their day with. If you’re the third kind, and are looking to diversify your morning juice routine, […]

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]]> Everyone’s morning routine is different. Some need a strong cup of espresso to get the day started, some just drink a glass of water, and some go the extra mile and choose a freshly squeezed juice to start their day with. If you’re the third kind, and are looking to diversify your morning juice routine, you might want to consider trying a healthy, refreshing carrot juice.

Why Carrot?

For quite a few reasons, actually. Carrots are a great source of vitamin A, vitamin K, Vitamin C, calcium, and other valuable nutrients. They assist in strengthening the bones, improving eye and heart health, and balancing blood pressure levels.

You probably shouldn’t have carrot juice for breakfast every day, since consuming too much carrot can lead to an excess of beta-carotene, which can turn your skin yellow. But stick to two to three cups of carrot juice per week and you should be fine.

Recipe Time

Here’s what you need to make carrot juice:

  • A food blender
  • About 1/2 pound carrots (3-4 carrots)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 lemon

Instructions:

  1. Wash and peel carrots (and lemon, if you chose to add one)
  2. Slice each into cubes (for optimal blending)
  3. Insert all ingredients into the blender
  4. Blend well!
  5. Drink your refreshing carrot juice

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]]> Gena Hamshaw is the Queen of Vegan Carrot Desserts https://cooking4all.com/gena-hamshaw-is-the-queen-of-vegan-carrot-desserts/ Fri, 01 Oct 2021 16:23:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=13101 Carrot is one of the most versatile veggies on the market, and if you still haven’t tried using it in your desserts, now’s a perfect time! Gena Hamshaw’s food blog The Full Helping is an amazing source of inspiration for carrot-based desserts, and here are some of her very best recipes. Carrot Cake If you […]

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]]> Carrot is one of the most versatile veggies on the market, and if you still haven’t tried using it in your desserts, now’s a perfect time! Gena Hamshaw’s food blog The Full Helping is an amazing source of inspiration for carrot-based desserts, and here are some of her very best recipes.

Carrot Cake

If you want to start your baking journey with a basic recipe, it doesn’t get much better than carrot cake. This vegan classic is never going out of style, and Hamshaw will teach you how to make it perfectly sweet and moist.

Carrot Pumpkin Cake

Just when we thought Hamshaw’s carrot cake couldn’t get any better, she put a twist on it by adding some pumpkins to the mix and transformed this cake into the ultimate fall dessert.

Carrot Cake Cupcakes

After mastering Hamshaw’s recipes for carrot cake, it’s time to scale things down by making equally delicious cupcakes inspired by this classic dessert. You can make them extra delicious by topping them with cream cheese frosting.

Carrot Raisin Breakfast Cookies

Never tried making cookies with some grated carrots? Now’s the time to start! To make them even tastier, consider adding some raisins and chopped walnuts to the mix.

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]]> 3 Foods That You Should Always Make with Unpeeled Carrots https://cooking4all.com/3-foods-that-you-should-always-make-with-unpeeled-carrots/ Fri, 18 Jun 2021 14:04:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=10505 Eating carrots with or without their skin usually comes down to personal preference. Unpeeled carrots can taste a little bit bitter, and that’s why some people avoid them, but there are several types of dishes that will do you more good if you use unpeeled carrots to prepare them. Roasted Carrots Peeling the carrots that […]

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]]> Eating carrots with or without their skin usually comes down to personal preference. Unpeeled carrots can taste a little bit bitter, and that’s why some people avoid them, but there are several types of dishes that will do you more good if you use unpeeled carrots to prepare them.

Roasted Carrots

Peeling the carrots that you’re planning to roast is a waste of time and energy. Your carrots will get a rich flavor after being roasted, with or without their skin on. You won’t be able to tell the difference anyway, so just give them a good wash before roasting them.

Carrot Juice

Juicing your carrots without their skin is wasting all the good nutrients that they have in store. Most of them are actually contained in their skin, so there’s no need to peel them, as long as you wash and scrub them properly before putting them inside your juicer.

Soups and Stews

Carrots are a common ingredient in all sorts of healthy and delicious soups and stews. As long as you wash them properly, there’s no need to peel them. This applies to all sorts of different soups, including creamy purée soups and stews where you’re using carrot chunks.

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]]> Soy-Glazed Carrots are Tasty and Easy to Make https://cooking4all.com/soy-glazed-carrots-are-tasty-and-easy-to-make/ Fri, 14 May 2021 10:41:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=9985 Carrots are a versatile tool in the kitchen, giving you plenty of healthy ways to incorporate them into any lunch or dinner. We love boiling carrots, making them have a pleasant texture that works well as a side dish if you give them a little bit of extra excitement. We like to do so with […]

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]]> Carrots are a versatile tool in the kitchen, giving you plenty of healthy ways to incorporate them into any lunch or dinner. We love boiling carrots, making them have a pleasant texture that works well as a side dish if you give them a little bit of extra excitement. We like to do so with a soy sauce-based glaze that also includes a bit of honey and ginger. Let’s learn how to make it!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound baby carrots, or regular carrots cut into small slices
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
  • ½ tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon powdered ginger
  • Water (for boiling)

Instructions

Start off by bringing water to boil in a pot on high heat on the stove. Reduce to medium heat and add the carrots, boiling for around six to eight minutes or until mostly soft.

While the carrots are boiling, place the soy sauce and the powdered ginger in a large pan on the stove and heat on medium heat. After the carrots are cooked, drain them and place them in the pan along with the soy sauce and ginger and cook for two to three minutes.

Next, add the honey and cook until glazed and slightly browned. This usually takes a couple of minutes. Remove, serve, and enjoy!

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]]> 4 Delicious Ways to Use Carrots https://cooking4all.com/4-delicious-ways-to-use-carrots/ Thu, 22 Apr 2021 06:46:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=9773 Carrots are probably one of the most underrated veggies out there. They’re a great source of vitamins and nutrients such as potassium and fiber, and they’re good for boosting the immune system and heart health. Check out these tasty carrot recipe ideas that may encourage you to eat these tasty veggies more often. Coconut Carrot […]

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]]> Carrots are probably one of the most underrated veggies out there. They’re a great source of vitamins and nutrients such as potassium and fiber, and they’re good for boosting the immune system and heart health. Check out these tasty carrot recipe ideas that may encourage you to eat these tasty veggies more often.

Coconut Carrot Soup

Preparing wonderful creamy soups is the perfect way to eat more veggies in case you don’t really like them. Creamy Thai soup with carrots and coconut milk is very nutritious, but also super delicious and cozy.

Grilled Carrots

Looking for a healthy veggie side dish or snack? Grilled carrots topped with olive oil, pesto, or lemon juice is the perfect healthy snack everyone should try.

Grated Carrot Salad

Eating raw carrots is the best way to reap all their benefits, and that’s why you should always add them to your salads. Grate carrots and add preserved lemon paste and coriander to make this nutritious and refreshing salad.

Carrot Pancakes with Salted Yogurt

This is the perfect healthy twist on our favorite breakfast food. Make your pancakes healthier by adding grated carrots to the batter.

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]]> 4 Good Reasons To Eat More Carrots https://cooking4all.com/4-good-reasons-to-eat-more-carrots/ Mon, 08 Feb 2021 10:56:17 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=8885 Carrots are one of those underrated foods that most people only use for making soups and stews. However, these nutritious veggies are very versatile and super healthy—so here are few good reasons to eat them more often. Rich In Fiber Fiber is extremely important for our health because it boosts digestion and can help reduce […]

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]]> Carrots are one of those underrated foods that most people only use for making soups and stews. However, these nutritious veggies are very versatile and super healthy—so here are few good reasons to eat them more often.

Rich In Fiber

Fiber is extremely important for our health because it boosts digestion and can help reduce the risk of diabetes. Carrots are packed with fiber, so make sure to add them to your diet if you’re looking to up your fiber intake.

They’re Versatile

Even though we mostly use them as an ingredient in soups or stews, carrots are extremely versatile vegetables. They can be used for preparing both sweet and savory meals, such as pancakes, muffins, hummus, and you can even make carrot ice cream.

The Perfect Snack

Carrots are a perfect healthy snack that you can enjoy everywhere. The best thing is that they’re low in calories so they’re great for maintaining a healthy weight.

Boost Immune System

Carrots are rich in antioxidants, minerals such as iron and zinc, and vitamins B, E, and K. All of this means that eating carrots on a regular basis or drinking nutritious carrot juice can help boost the immune system.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Carrots Archives - Cooking 4 All Wed, 03 Jan 2024 14:07:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://cooking4all.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/cropped-favicon_bold-32x32.png Carrots Archives - Cooking 4 All 32 32 Six Orange Immune Boosting Foods for Winter https://cooking4all.com/six-orange-immune-boosting-foods-for-winter/ Wed, 03 Jan 2024 20:49:01 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=16651 In the pursuit of a robust immune system, incorporating nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables into your daily diet is a practical and delicious way to fortify your health. Among the vibrant spectrum of choices, orange-hued options stand out for their immune-boosting properties. Let’s delve into some of the top orange powerhouses that can naturally enhance your […]

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]]> In the pursuit of a robust immune system, incorporating nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables into your daily diet is a practical and delicious way to fortify your health. Among the vibrant spectrum of choices, orange-hued options stand out for their immune-boosting properties. Let’s delve into some of the top orange powerhouses that can naturally enhance your immune system.

Oranges – Vitamin C Citrus

Oranges an excellent source of vitamin C, a rich antioxidant that boosts immunity. Vitamin C from oranges and other citrus fruits increases the body’s production of white blood cells, helping fight off viruses and flu’s.

Sweet Potatoes – Beta-Carotene

These tasty veggies are the richest source of beta-carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A, keeping the immune system and blood levels on the ball, promoting gut health and decreasing risk of vitamin A deficiency.

Carrots – Vitamin C and Beta-Carotene

Carrots, loaded with vitamin C and beta-carotene, are fierce immune protectors by promoting the production of antibodies and breaking down iron to fight infection.

Mangoes – Vitamin A and C

Super rich in vitamin C content, mangoes are a flavorful immunity booster loaded with other immune-supporting nutrients like copper, folate, vitamin E, and B vitamins.

Pumpkins – Vitamin A, C and E, and Beta-Carotene

Squashing the previous three immune boosters (pun-intended), pumpkins are rich in beta-carotene which your body turns into vitamin A, which promotes a healthy immune system. Its vitamin C helps increase white blood cell production, strengthening your immune cell army! Vitamin E, iron and folate also strengthen your immune system, adding to the many benefits if adding pumpkin to your recipes.

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]]> Two-Step Air Fryer Carrots That Make for the Perfect Side Dish https://cooking4all.com/two-step-air-fryer-carrots-that-make-for-the-perfect-side-dish/ Wed, 22 Nov 2023 08:33:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=15973 While air fryers are highly effective at cooking chicken and other crispy mains, they’re also perfect for preparing some incredibly tasty vegetables. Here is a two-step recipe for preparing some flavorsome crispy carrots that will be a great side for any meal. Open The Airfryer Toss some carrots, coriander, cumin, oil, cinnamon, and a dash […]

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]]> While air fryers are highly effective at cooking chicken and other crispy mains, they’re also perfect for preparing some incredibly tasty vegetables. Here is a two-step recipe for preparing some flavorsome crispy carrots that will be a great side for any meal.

Open The Airfryer

Toss some carrots, coriander, cumin, oil, cinnamon, and a dash of paprika into your air fryer basket. Make sure to cook well at 370° until the carrots are tender. This could take around 13 minutes.

Enhance The Flavor

Now, the time has come to put the carrots into a bowl. Mix orange juice and lemon juice together in the bowl and soak the carrots. Top it all off with some pomegranate seeds and almonds.

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]]> Two Ways To Cook With Carrots https://cooking4all.com/two-ways-to-cook-with-carrots/ Mon, 23 Oct 2023 08:03:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=15453 Carrots are a great burst of flavor and color on your plate, and unlike many of our favorite fruit and vegetables, they are in season as we move into fall and winter. If you’re a fan of these orange root vegetables, but have run out of recipes that use them, check out these recipes which […]

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]]> Carrots are a great burst of flavor and color on your plate, and unlike many of our favorite fruit and vegetables, they are in season as we move into fall and winter. If you’re a fan of these orange root vegetables, but have run out of recipes that use them, check out these recipes which offer new ways to eat this healthy vegetable.

Carrot, Honey and Pecan Slaw

Ingredients (to serve 4)

  • 4 carrots, scrubbed clean
  • Half a head of purple cabbage
  • Half a red onion
  • 1/4 cup of broken pecan nuts
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Finely grate or slice the carrots, cabbage and onions.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the grated vegetables with the pecan nuts.
  3. Whisk the honey, vinegar, mayonnaise and a pinch of salt and pepper together to form an emulsion.
  4. Use the mayonnaise emulsion to dress the slaw. Serve immediately alongside burgers or pizza.

Carrot and Pea Puree

Ingredients (to serve 4)

  • 4 large carrots
  • 1/2 cup of chestnut mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup of fresh or frozen garden peas
  • 1/2 cup of cooked chestnuts
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon of miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons of butter
  • 1 tablespoon of oil
  • 1 teaspoon of pepper

Instructions

  1. Boil the carrots and the peas until both are just tender. Remove from the heat.
  2. Fry the chestnut mushrooms in the oil until cooked, then remove from the heat.
  3. Melt the butter in a pan, stir in the miso paste, pepper and nutmeg.
  4. Move all of the ingredients to a food processor and blitz until smooth.
  5. Serve on crackers as part of a canape spread, or on bread alongside a soup.

Carrots are famously good for our eyes, but eating them also has health benefits for hair, skin and nails. So stock up on these orange vegetables and see what you can do with them in your kitchen.

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]]> Step-By-Step Guide for Cleaning Carrots https://cooking4all.com/step-by-step-guide-for-cleaning-carrots/ Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:14:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=15413 People usually don’t put much thought into cleaning carrots. They simply wash them under a stream of water and call it a day. But as you might assume, this isn’t the best way to go about it. Properly cleaning carrots and all other raw vegetables is an important part of food safety practices. It will […]

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]]> People usually don’t put much thought into cleaning carrots. They simply wash them under a stream of water and call it a day. But as you might assume, this isn’t the best way to go about it.

Properly cleaning carrots and all other raw vegetables is an important part of food safety practices. It will protect you from bacteria and various food-borne illnesses. Here are step-by-step instructions on how to do it.

Shake Off the Dirt

If you are getting carrots from your own garden, make sure to shake off the dirt as much as you can. This will make the cleaning process a lot easier.

Cut the Top

Place the carrots on a cutting board and slice off the top. Don’t cut too low so you don’t waste perfectly good carrot parts.

Wash with Lukewarm Water

Wash the carrots under a stream of water. Make sure not to use too hot or too cold water, lukewarm water is the best choice here.

Brush

Brush the carrot in order to remove any dirt leftovers. You can afterward wash them with lukewarm water once again if you feel the need.

Peel

After that, peel the carrot using a vegetable peeler. If you don’t have one, you can scrape the outer layer using a knife.

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]]> Start Your Day With This Refreshing Homemade Carrot Juice https://cooking4all.com/start-your-day-with-this-refreshing-homemade-carrot-juice/ Fri, 15 Oct 2021 11:58:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=13304 Everyone’s morning routine is different. Some need a strong cup of espresso to get the day started, some just drink a glass of water, and some go the extra mile and choose a freshly squeezed juice to start their day with. If you’re the third kind, and are looking to diversify your morning juice routine, […]

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]]> Everyone’s morning routine is different. Some need a strong cup of espresso to get the day started, some just drink a glass of water, and some go the extra mile and choose a freshly squeezed juice to start their day with. If you’re the third kind, and are looking to diversify your morning juice routine, you might want to consider trying a healthy, refreshing carrot juice.

Why Carrot?

For quite a few reasons, actually. Carrots are a great source of vitamin A, vitamin K, Vitamin C, calcium, and other valuable nutrients. They assist in strengthening the bones, improving eye and heart health, and balancing blood pressure levels.

You probably shouldn’t have carrot juice for breakfast every day, since consuming too much carrot can lead to an excess of beta-carotene, which can turn your skin yellow. But stick to two to three cups of carrot juice per week and you should be fine.

Recipe Time

Here’s what you need to make carrot juice:

  • A food blender
  • About 1/2 pound carrots (3-4 carrots)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 lemon

Instructions:

  1. Wash and peel carrots (and lemon, if you chose to add one)
  2. Slice each into cubes (for optimal blending)
  3. Insert all ingredients into the blender
  4. Blend well!
  5. Drink your refreshing carrot juice

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]]> Gena Hamshaw is the Queen of Vegan Carrot Desserts https://cooking4all.com/gena-hamshaw-is-the-queen-of-vegan-carrot-desserts/ Fri, 01 Oct 2021 16:23:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=13101 Carrot is one of the most versatile veggies on the market, and if you still haven’t tried using it in your desserts, now’s a perfect time! Gena Hamshaw’s food blog The Full Helping is an amazing source of inspiration for carrot-based desserts, and here are some of her very best recipes. Carrot Cake If you […]

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]]> Carrot is one of the most versatile veggies on the market, and if you still haven’t tried using it in your desserts, now’s a perfect time! Gena Hamshaw’s food blog The Full Helping is an amazing source of inspiration for carrot-based desserts, and here are some of her very best recipes.

Carrot Cake

If you want to start your baking journey with a basic recipe, it doesn’t get much better than carrot cake. This vegan classic is never going out of style, and Hamshaw will teach you how to make it perfectly sweet and moist.

Carrot Pumpkin Cake

Just when we thought Hamshaw’s carrot cake couldn’t get any better, she put a twist on it by adding some pumpkins to the mix and transformed this cake into the ultimate fall dessert.

Carrot Cake Cupcakes

After mastering Hamshaw’s recipes for carrot cake, it’s time to scale things down by making equally delicious cupcakes inspired by this classic dessert. You can make them extra delicious by topping them with cream cheese frosting.

Carrot Raisin Breakfast Cookies

Never tried making cookies with some grated carrots? Now’s the time to start! To make them even tastier, consider adding some raisins and chopped walnuts to the mix.

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]]> 3 Foods That You Should Always Make with Unpeeled Carrots https://cooking4all.com/3-foods-that-you-should-always-make-with-unpeeled-carrots/ Fri, 18 Jun 2021 14:04:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=10505 Eating carrots with or without their skin usually comes down to personal preference. Unpeeled carrots can taste a little bit bitter, and that’s why some people avoid them, but there are several types of dishes that will do you more good if you use unpeeled carrots to prepare them. Roasted Carrots Peeling the carrots that […]

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]]> Eating carrots with or without their skin usually comes down to personal preference. Unpeeled carrots can taste a little bit bitter, and that’s why some people avoid them, but there are several types of dishes that will do you more good if you use unpeeled carrots to prepare them.

Roasted Carrots

Peeling the carrots that you’re planning to roast is a waste of time and energy. Your carrots will get a rich flavor after being roasted, with or without their skin on. You won’t be able to tell the difference anyway, so just give them a good wash before roasting them.

Carrot Juice

Juicing your carrots without their skin is wasting all the good nutrients that they have in store. Most of them are actually contained in their skin, so there’s no need to peel them, as long as you wash and scrub them properly before putting them inside your juicer.

Soups and Stews

Carrots are a common ingredient in all sorts of healthy and delicious soups and stews. As long as you wash them properly, there’s no need to peel them. This applies to all sorts of different soups, including creamy purée soups and stews where you’re using carrot chunks.

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]]> Soy-Glazed Carrots are Tasty and Easy to Make https://cooking4all.com/soy-glazed-carrots-are-tasty-and-easy-to-make/ Fri, 14 May 2021 10:41:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=9985 Carrots are a versatile tool in the kitchen, giving you plenty of healthy ways to incorporate them into any lunch or dinner. We love boiling carrots, making them have a pleasant texture that works well as a side dish if you give them a little bit of extra excitement. We like to do so with […]

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]]> Carrots are a versatile tool in the kitchen, giving you plenty of healthy ways to incorporate them into any lunch or dinner. We love boiling carrots, making them have a pleasant texture that works well as a side dish if you give them a little bit of extra excitement. We like to do so with a soy sauce-based glaze that also includes a bit of honey and ginger. Let’s learn how to make it!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound baby carrots, or regular carrots cut into small slices
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
  • ½ tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon powdered ginger
  • Water (for boiling)

Instructions

Start off by bringing water to boil in a pot on high heat on the stove. Reduce to medium heat and add the carrots, boiling for around six to eight minutes or until mostly soft.

While the carrots are boiling, place the soy sauce and the powdered ginger in a large pan on the stove and heat on medium heat. After the carrots are cooked, drain them and place them in the pan along with the soy sauce and ginger and cook for two to three minutes.

Next, add the honey and cook until glazed and slightly browned. This usually takes a couple of minutes. Remove, serve, and enjoy!

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]]> 4 Delicious Ways to Use Carrots https://cooking4all.com/4-delicious-ways-to-use-carrots/ Thu, 22 Apr 2021 06:46:00 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=9773 Carrots are probably one of the most underrated veggies out there. They’re a great source of vitamins and nutrients such as potassium and fiber, and they’re good for boosting the immune system and heart health. Check out these tasty carrot recipe ideas that may encourage you to eat these tasty veggies more often. Coconut Carrot […]

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]]> Carrots are probably one of the most underrated veggies out there. They’re a great source of vitamins and nutrients such as potassium and fiber, and they’re good for boosting the immune system and heart health. Check out these tasty carrot recipe ideas that may encourage you to eat these tasty veggies more often.

Coconut Carrot Soup

Preparing wonderful creamy soups is the perfect way to eat more veggies in case you don’t really like them. Creamy Thai soup with carrots and coconut milk is very nutritious, but also super delicious and cozy.

Grilled Carrots

Looking for a healthy veggie side dish or snack? Grilled carrots topped with olive oil, pesto, or lemon juice is the perfect healthy snack everyone should try.

Grated Carrot Salad

Eating raw carrots is the best way to reap all their benefits, and that’s why you should always add them to your salads. Grate carrots and add preserved lemon paste and coriander to make this nutritious and refreshing salad.

Carrot Pancakes with Salted Yogurt

This is the perfect healthy twist on our favorite breakfast food. Make your pancakes healthier by adding grated carrots to the batter.

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]]> 4 Good Reasons To Eat More Carrots https://cooking4all.com/4-good-reasons-to-eat-more-carrots/ Mon, 08 Feb 2021 10:56:17 +0000 https://cooking4all.com/?p=8885 Carrots are one of those underrated foods that most people only use for making soups and stews. However, these nutritious veggies are very versatile and super healthy—so here are few good reasons to eat them more often. Rich In Fiber Fiber is extremely important for our health because it boosts digestion and can help reduce […]

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]]> Carrots are one of those underrated foods that most people only use for making soups and stews. However, these nutritious veggies are very versatile and super healthy—so here are few good reasons to eat them more often.

Rich In Fiber

Fiber is extremely important for our health because it boosts digestion and can help reduce the risk of diabetes. Carrots are packed with fiber, so make sure to add them to your diet if you’re looking to up your fiber intake.

They’re Versatile

Even though we mostly use them as an ingredient in soups or stews, carrots are extremely versatile vegetables. They can be used for preparing both sweet and savory meals, such as pancakes, muffins, hummus, and you can even make carrot ice cream.

The Perfect Snack

Carrots are a perfect healthy snack that you can enjoy everywhere. The best thing is that they’re low in calories so they’re great for maintaining a healthy weight.

Boost Immune System

Carrots are rich in antioxidants, minerals such as iron and zinc, and vitamins B, E, and K. All of this means that eating carrots on a regular basis or drinking nutritious carrot juice can help boost the immune system.

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