Fast food is sure to slow you down!

In this busy world it is easy to come up with a list of reasons why fast food makes sense. 'I didn't have time to go to the store; my family is hungry NOW and a home cooked meal takes too long to make; I spend hours in the kitchen and my family is never satisfied'…. the list goes on.

There is no denying it, short term fast food tastes good, is relatively cheap and rarely do you hear a child complain about finishing the last bite of a happy meal. But if you spend a moment and really think about it, you will realize that investing in fast food is not only an economical myth, more importantly, it is the beginning of a very unhealthy life style; obesity, diabetes, cancer and heart disease can be the result of a poor diet. As parents it is our responsibility to instill good decision making and proper nutrition for our kids.

Cooking for your self is the first step to good nutrition. Prepared foods are full of additives and preservatives to ensure a longer shelf life. Preservatives such as MSG and artificial flavorings have serious side effects, and bring zero nutritional benefits to your daily diet. A sure way to know that you and your family are staying clear of these harmful ingredients is to shop and cook for yourself. With a little planning and quick, creative recipes, cooking for your family doesn't have to be a chore; and don't worry about your wallet….have you been to MacDonald's lately$?$

Club stores are a great way to get your pantry packed with the staples. Essential items like pasta, flour, sugar, butter, milk, eggs and cheese, are considerably less expensive when purchased in bulk and are great to have on hand when dinner needs to be ready in a jiff. Bring along the kids, if they are involved in the decision making you are one step closer to getting them involved in the preparation!

Don't burden yourself with complicated recipes that require dozens of ingredients, or worse have ingredients you are unfamiliar with. '5 ingredient' recipes have become very popular, as well as 'one skillet cooking' and 'one pot meals'.  Search these catch phrases on line and you will be amazed at the inventory of recipes available at the click of a button!

Bio

Wendy Powell -- Powell & Company

Culinary Coaching

For some cooking is a pure pleasure, for others a daunting task. Either way, if you are the chief chef of your home, cooking for your family takes time, effort and money. Through years of professional culinary experience, Wendy Powell has fashioned a style and technique of cooking that is creative and robust; while realistic and affordable for the home chef. Culturally we have become a society of convenience, which has unfortunately done a number on family time especially around the dinner table. Wendy's creative recipes and kitchen tips will make it easy for you to stay focused on fresh ingredients and family time.  

Creative Cooking Classes

Wendy proudly announces the opening of Union Studio, coming January 2009. A spacious loft like studio kitchen in the heart of Plymouth Harbor will be the platform for weekly cooking classes. A class schedule will be posted soon!

Culinary Consulting

Creating and executing culinary masterpieces for over 15 years, Wendy's natural ability in recipe development, food writing and menu structure has award winning results. Whether your organization is looking to launch a new product or creative, cost effective ways to spice up your current program, Powell & Company can enhance the flavors of your business.

Food Styling

In this competitive market, it is important to look your best, especially when being photographed. Wendy brings her unique blend of creativity, experience and precision to the art of food styling. As a collaborator and consultant, Wendy draws on her culinary expertise and keen esthetic sense to achieve exceptional results.

Kitchen Magician

Looking for a fun, informative presenter for your next club meeting or company retreat? In her Culinary Demonstration, Wendy reveals invaluable kitchen tips, top secret recipes, entertaining budget busters and savoir-faire! Sit back and watch as Wendy demystifies culinary myths, simplifies even the toughest of recipes, and demonstrates the ease of culinary presentation.

Contact Information-

Website: www.powell-co.com

E-mail: wendy@powell-co.com

Phone:781-718-7232