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The holidays mean indulging in good food to celebrate traditions with family and friends. However, having too many rich foods may take a toll on your health. Serving healthy alternatives at your get-togethers can ensure that you are providing nutritious and delicious options that everyone can enjoy without missing out on the festivities. The Goodwill Market shares this paella recipe by Chef Joel Tan Navarro that uses Duru Bulgur instead of rice. It packs more than twice the fiber and four times as much folate from bulgur, plus the umami goodness of mushrooms and the heart-healthy properties of olive oil. Mushroom Truffle Paella (Duru Bulgur’s Vegetarian Paella) Ingredients : ✓2 tbsp. Umbria Original Truffle Sauce ✓1 cup Duru Bulgur coarse ✓A drizzle of Umbria Tartufi White Truffle flavored oil ✓1/2 cup shitake mushrooms fresh ✓1/2 cup shitake mushrooms dried ✓1/2cup white button mushrooms ✓1/2 cup portobello mushrooms ✓1/2 cup arugula ✓1/2 cup olive oil ✓1/2 cup onions ✓2 cups vegetabl...

The current increases in food prices contribute to the problem in accessing sufficient nutrition and healthy food choices in Filipino households. With higher prices across different commodities, homemakers now face a greater challenge in budgeting while they strive to prepare nutritious and delicious dishes to help safeguard the health of the family, especially the kids.  “We, at Ajinomoto, understand the struggles that parents face nowadays. In our own way, we hope to extend help by sharing thoughtful recipes that take into consideration the health and budget of the family,” shares Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC Group) General Manager Corporate Planning and Public Relations Roann Co. “We aim to provide solution and equip homemakers with knowledge on preparing affordable, delicious and well-balanced meals for their kids and loved ones.” The following delicious and nutritious recipes are not only easy to prepare but also sure to fit the budget, including AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami S...

  Ariana Evangelista The 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) is here and it has already sparked Filipino pride and awakened our inner athletes. Whether you know it or not, there’s an inner athlete in all of us. Some are just lucky enough to have found the right sports for them, while others are still looking. If getting in the sports industry has always been a dream, it’s important to note that everything starts with what and how you eat.  “Health and nutrition play a vital role in the performance of every athlete or any individual who is active. Having a balanced and healthy eating pattern not only provides all-day energy, but also helps build strength for optimal performance during training and competitions,” says Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation Executive - Science Communication Deborah Fajarda, RND.  Since 2003, building on its expertise in Amino Science, Ajinomoto Co, Inc (AJICO) has been working on the Victory Project® to support the conditioning of top-level at...

  Summer is arguably the favorite season for many. It’s the time of the year when Filipinos enjoy trips to the beach, long vacations with friends and family, or simply more time relaxing at home. All of these could only mean one thing—summer is the season for eating. Yum! What’s a summer outing without equally exciting food? After all, a huge part of bonding during summer activities is the  salu-salo . While grilled fish and hotdogs are stapled favorites during summer outings, Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation has curated recipes that you can try on your next trip to make your  salu-salo  experience more fun and memorable. These four recipes are not only delicious and easy to prepare, but they are also less in sodium too, so it’s good for you and the family.  ●         Simple Lemon Herb Chicken Rich in protein and great for quick cooking, this recipe is perfect especially when you’ve got kids (you can’t go wrong with ...

I love to cook, but I rarely bake. When MITD gifted me with a 24L air fryer, I decided to put it to use and tried my best to learn some baking recipes. It was a rewarding experience seeing my family happy with the food I prepared for them! Then I came upon Chef Miko Aspiras' U.S. Potato Fudge Brownie recipe. One of its ingredients piqued my curiosity - the potato granules. That made me decide to try it out, and besides, it looks divine and my family loves chocolates and potatoes. I always thought that potatoes are all bought fresh from the market or frozen like fries. Little did I know we can buy them dehydrated. So what are U.S. dehydrated potatoes? U.S dehydrated potatoes come in slices, dices, shreds, flakes, granules, and flour. They are made of real potatoes, with just the water removed. They have been processed using state-of-the-art equipment that helps keep their nutrients intact. They're simple and quick to prepare. They have a longer shelf life and are easy to ...

Trust the Filipino to put the most positive of spins on the most difficult of times. And that is exactly what many Pinoy families are doing in this pandemic, which is leaving people little choice but to hole up at home rather than risk their health outside. While this situation is less than ideal, many Filipino families are nonetheless using the extra time they are spending at home to bond with one another—usually over food, whether for a kingly breakfast, a sumptuous lunch, a mouthwatering merienda, or a delectable dinner.  But as COVID-19 showed yet again, there is no substitute for good health, and that is something you and your family can best ensure by sharing food that is both hearty and healthy. To be clear, this doesn’t mean saying goodbye entirely to all-time Pinoy favorites, like adobo or liempo or sinigang. These delicacies will forever be part of the Filipino dining table, and you can continue to feast on them from time to time. That said, do explore other food choice...

Sarsaya® Liquid Seasoning is set to make mealtimes more special and delicious.   It is always a challenge for moms and homecooks to cook perfectly delicious dishes that their family will love. Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) is helping solve that with the new Sarsaya® Liquid Seasoning , an affordable, easy to use, and tasty kitchen partner that is sure to hit the bullseye in cooking perfect dishes every time! This new pantry staple is available in a sachet format, which makes it affordable at ₱8 only.   “The new Sarsaya® Liquid Seasoning is made to upgrade ordinary dishes into special meals that families will love. Now that everyone takes almost all of their meals at home, we were encouraged to introduce a new product that can make each dining experience more special but still within the budget,” says Roann Co, APC Marketing and Public Relations General Manager.   Sarsaya® Liquid Seasoning balances the overall taste of any dish with a flavorful savoriness...

Leveling up our all-time family fave with U.S. potato goodness Classic Beef Caldereta with U.S. Russets The humble potato is a staple food in many parts of the world and an integral part of much of the world's food supply. This includes our household. Oh how we love potatoes! Almost all of our meals at home have potatoes in them. Our family is a sucker for fries, too! It’s an awesome extender for our “ulam” and goes well with just about anything. I love serving them at home because potatoes are highly nutritious, too. A serving of about 5.3 oz has 620mg of Potassium. That’s a higher Potassium content than a medium-sized banana. It’s perfect for our Dada’s diet. Potatoes are also rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Protein, Fiber, and Iron. They are also free of sodium, cholesterol, gluten and fat. These are all beneficial for a healthier heart. I must admit, I used to think potatoes only come in one form, which is fresh, the usual ones we find in stores. Unti...

Hi mga #FrontlinerNgTahanan! Alam nyo ba na hindi lang sa mainit na tinapay masarap ang #DariCremePH ? Gawing mas masarap ang ating lutuin sa araw-araw. Kagaya na lang ng ginawa namin ngayon. Chicken Bistek in Butter Sauce Ingredients chicken lemon or calamansi juice soy sauce onions garlic black pepper salt Dari creme Instructions 1. Boil chicken ( ganito kami magluto ng chicken, pinapakuluan muna namin kasi ayaw namin na bloody ang chicken). Remove from water. 2. In a bowl, combine chicken, onions, garlic, black pepper, lemon juice, and soy sauce. Massage the marinade into the meat and marinate in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to 1 hour. 2. Drain chicken and squeeze excess liquid. Reserve marinade and aromatics. 3. In a skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add chicken and reserved onions and garlic from the marinade. 4. Cook, stirring regularly until chicken is lightly browned. 5. Add reserved marinade and water and bring to a boil. 6. Lower he...

Ingredients : •1 sachet of Mr. Hat Gulaman (Strawberry Flavor) • 700 ml water •1/4- 1/2 kg sugar (as desired) •1 can evaporated milk •1 can pineapple tidbits (reserve syrup) •1/4 cup raisins •1 tsp. vanilla extract Directions : 1. Combine pineapples and raisins in a mold. Set aside. 2. Mix jelly powder, sugar, milk, syrup and vanilla extract in water before heating. 3. Pour into the mold with pineapples and raisins. 4. Refrigerate and serve. How to Cook : Step 1: Prepare six (6) cups or 1.5 liters of water (not warm or hot) in a casserole. **the lesser the water the firmer the jelly. Step 2: Gradually sprinkle one (1) sachet of Mr. Hat Gulaman in water and stir until dissolved. Step 3: Heat while stirring constantly and wait until it boils. **add sugar and milk to sweeten. Step 4: Slowly pour the mixture into the mold and let it cool.  Enjoy! 

Nowadays people get flu and all sorts of virus, we have to make sure that our kids are protected. Make them strong and healthy. This is a wonderful alternative if your kids are not into vitamins and fruits. Make orange and lemons your healthy snack! Last weekend, #PrincessY and I made  Lemon Orange Jelly. It is not only a jiggly snack for kids, nutritious and delicious  pa para sa lahat. Bakit mag be-benefit lahat? Did you know? * Gelatin stimulates your body to produce more collagen, thus improving skin elasticity and reducing wrinkles, loose and saggy skin, and the possibility of stretch marks. It has High protein content that helps build and repair tissues.Protein is an important building block of bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood. * Oranges contain vitamin C, fiber, potassium and choline, which are all good for your heart. Oranges  also boost your immune system and improve your skin; they also aid with heart health, choleste...