the way we shop for groceries has changed drastically in the wake of the covid-19 public health crisis.
lines are longer, certain items like eggs, bread flour, and yeast are scarce, and we have a social responsibility to visit stores only as needed. and with health officials recommending that we visit the grocery store no more than once a week, it makes sense to add more non-perishable foods that are also nutritious to our grocery lists.
find frozen first
frozen food is severely underrated, especially in the key food categories of fish, fruits, and vegetables that make up a big portion of the mediterranean diet.
frozen equals frugal, and these otherwise perishable foods are available at good value and quality when frozen.
fish. i consider fish to be the best animal protein source because of its high omega-3 and vitamin d content. frozen varieties such as pollock and salmon when purchased in large amounts are good value. frozen fish can be cooked right from the freezer at 400f.
fruit. frozen fruit can be used for way more than just smoothies. when you let a nice bowl of frozen mango, strawberries, peaches or pomegranate thaw for about 10-15 minutes, it makes a wonderful treat that resembles sorbet.
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