Even the healthiest foods can lose key nutrients during the cooking process. Whether boiled, poached, or grilled, the veggies and meats you love can lose 40 percent or more of their healthy assets when cooked. However, because an air fryer keeps the surface of the food dry and cooks with circulating hot air, this process ensures your food retains more of its key nutrients. So does air frying destroy nutrients? Probably–but not as many as other cooking methods. (more…)
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Air Fryer Desserts
Air fryers can be used to cook a variety of foods from frozen french fries to filet mignon. But did you know it is fun, easy, and fast to cook a diverse assortment of mouth-watering desserts in your air fryer? Air fryer desserts from apple dumplings to birthday cakes are quick and easy to make, and some don’t require additional accessories. (more…)
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Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Whether eaten with a side of your favorite chips or paired with a bowl of steamy tomato or vegetable soup, there’s nothing better than a crunchy, melty, buttery grilled cheese sandwich on a cold weekend afternoon. It’s a classic childhood favorite that most of us carry into adulthood, which means a properly prepared air fryer grilled cheese sandwich is a meal the entire family can enjoy. (more…)
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Air Fryer Steak
Warm weather is approaching, which means the season for outdoor barbecues and cookouts is almost upon us. But first, we have to contend with the rainy spring weather and a busy end to the school year. For a quick, easy alternative to grilling outdoors, we recommend this delicious air fryer steak.
Cooked to perfection on a rainy weekend or busy school night, these steaks are simply brushed in oil, sprinkled with your favorite seasoning, and cooked in your air fryer. You will definitely want to add this air fryer steak to your meal rotation for a super quick option on busy or rainy days when grilling outdoors is not an option. (more…)
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Frozen Onion Rings in Airfryer
Whether you’re grilling cheeseburgers for a cookout or cooking chicken fingers for a mid-week dinner, crisp, delicious onion rings make for the perfect side dish. Unfortunately, by the time you’ve mixed the batter, dipped the onions, and deep-fried them, you’ve wasted a good hour. Who can afford the time and unwanted calories? Fortunately, it is quick and easy to cook frozen onion rings in the air fryer. (more…)
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Frozen Pizza in Airfryer
It’s Friday night. You’re done with work, the kids are hungry, and you’ve all survived the work/school week and the challenges it brought. Reward yourself by preparing a fast, easy, and delicious meal for your family in half the time it would take to order, prep, and deliver from your local Dominoes. You won’t be sorry you’ve learned how to cook frozen pizza in the air fryer.
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Which Air Fryer Attachments Do I Need?
Okay, you’ve purchased your air fryer. You’re learning how to cook a variety of meats, veggies, and frozen foods with efficiency. But if you want to move on to more challenging recipes, you might be in need of a few air fryer attachments.
Why Do I Need Air Fryer Attachments?
Dishes likes chicken, beef, and fish, as well as vegetables and frozen foods, are easily cooked to perfection in the regular basket included with your air fryer. However, if your ambition grows, and you find yourself wanting to cook foods like cake, pizza, or boiled eggs, you will need special air fryer attachments to ensure even, precise cooking and prevent messes that could be difficult to clean and even damage your air fryer. (more…)
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Air Fryer Tilapia
One of the easiest, fastest foods to cook in an air fryer is fish, and one of the most popular fish to serve for dinner is tilapia. Easy to cook and mild in flavor, air fryer tilapia makes for a fast, healthy meal your entire family will love. Whether panko-crusted or simply seasoned, cooking tilapia fillets in your air fryer will be a solution to weeknight meals your family will love. (more…)
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Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
I’ll be honest. I didn’t used to like Brussels sprouts. I wasn’t a fan of their texture or taste, and given the choice, I’d rather just eat some steamed cabbage. But then I discovered air fryer Brussels sprouts. That’s when I realized it wasn’t the sprouts themselves; it was the cooking method and seasonings I had gotten all wrong. (more…)
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Adding Flavor with Infused Cooking Oils
We all go through cooking ruts, especially when trying to prepare and eat healthy meals. Eventually, we get tired of chicken and fish with steamed veggies or grow weary of the same spice blends and marinades. But there’s hope! If you’re looking for a simple way to add flavor to your favorite air fryer foods, the addition of infused cooking oils can really amp up your meal prep.
Depending upon your time and budget, you can either make infused cooking oils yourself or purchase them from local stores or internet vendors. (more…)
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Air Fryer Cornish Game Hens
My family’s favorite healthy staples are delicious air fryer Cornish game hens. These tiny roasters are perfect for special occasions, family gatherings, meal prep, and a variety of healthy diets, including Paleo, The Whole 30, Keto (LCHF), and more. And what’s even better? Air fryer Cornish game hens are faster and easier than the oven-roasted version. (more…)
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Why You Should Invest in a Mandoline Slicer
Whether you are an air frying expert or new to the craze, having the right tools in your kitchen will save a tremendous amount of time and frustration, especially when preparing your favorite air fried foods from scratch. Aside from accessories and attachments for your air fryer, investing in an inexpensive mandoline slicer is the single most important weapon in your kitchen arsenal. (more…)