food and mood

we ofthen eat to calm down or cheer up when we're feelings stressed or depressed.

now new research suggests there's a reason: food changes out brain chemistry.
these changes powerfully influence our moods, but can certain foods really make us feel better? nutrition  experts say yes,
 but what should we eat and what should we avoid? here are the foods that work the best, as well as those that can make a bad day worse.

food and mood - we ofthen eat to calm down or cheer up when we're feelings stressed or depressed. (you have to read this great article)

The Different Ways to Use Alfredo Sauce in Your Cooking

By Gerald Hipps


Whether you make it at home or buy it pre-made from the store, Alfredo sauce can spice up any dish, and even the fussiest eaters love its flavor. Better yet, though, is the fact that it is such a versatile sauce, if you have some handy there are so many things that can be made. Make sure it is always in the fridge or pantry so the next time you are having guests over for dinner or need to whip up a quick meal for the family, there will be plenty of options for meals to make.

Parents in a rush or simply anyone who wants an easy and inexpensive meal will love chicken Alfredo. It is suitable no matter how you prefer chicken--grilled skinless cutlets, lightly breaded, or dipped in egg and flour. Simply cook the meat and make or warm the sauce, pouring it over top before serving. It could not be simpler, but chances are everyone in the house will love it.

Speaking of pasta, everyone loves fettuccini Alfredo--it is an Italian favorite. This is also a fairly versatile meal, as you can use white noodles to make everyone's favorite comfort food, or get in your whole grains and add texture by using wheat pasta instead. There are plenty of ways this meal can be spiced up. For instance, you can add in some roasted peppers, carrots, broccoli, or your favorite veggie for some extra flavor and substance.

Pasta and Alfredo is a great combination because cooks can incorporate their favorite meat for a hearty meal with a decent amount of protein. Regular chunks of chicken are perfect and classic for a filling dish, but it is also fun to use different things, such as crab meat, shrimp, or even crumbles of ground turkey. For a take on spaghetti, put some meatballs on top of spaghetti with Alfredo sauce for something deliciously different.

One thing the at-home chef may not have thought of is adding it to macaroni and cheese. When making good old mac 'n cheese in the slow cooker, add in a cup or two--depending on the portions--of Alfredo to make it richer and creamier and add some delicious flavor. It will bring the texture of the meal to a whole different level and create macaroni and cheese like your kids have never seen before.

All of this should convince the cooks of the house to always have some Alfredo sauce in an accessible place in the kitchen. One can never anticipate when there will be an emergency meal that needs to be made. You want to make something that everyone will like but that will also be hearty and filling, so these dishes are perfect for quick dinners. Best of all, there will never be problems getting kids to eat their meals again.




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