And while quarantine cooking wasnt always a breeze (have you ever tried to make sourdough bread?

Not to mention a whole lot more flavorful and delicious.

Before you know it, dinner will be served.

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Its the secret to making sure the potatoes cook evenly.

Otherwise, if you put it in hot water, the outside cooks before the inside is done.

In just minutes, youll be able to cut it open to reveal an avocado thats still perfectly ripe.

Broth in Bowl on gray background, healthy food, top view.

Theres an easier (and safer) way to do it.

Cut the stem so that your cauliflower can sit steady.

Either cut off the rest of the stem or rip it off with your hand.

Close-up of sliced purple cabbage,

What youre left with is a healthy drink youll want to sip on all season long.

I find that to give lentils a little extra flavor, use vegetable stock.

Get your stock in the pot, and bring that to a simmer, she says.

soba noodles

About 25 minutes later, youll have the perfect consistency.

Then you canuse them in your chopped saladsfor a protein-packed lunch.

Theres a simple way to cook frozen veggies perfectly every time

Frozen veggies usually come out soggy.

A hand is stirring a sourdough starter in a glass jar, on a kitchen countertop. The light casts a warm glow, highlighting the ingredients inside the jar.

I also love adding garlic and fresh herbs for extra flavor.

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