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Foil Packet Cooking Tips

Easy Cooking
Packet Cooking is the simple way to make great meals.  Preparation is easy.  No special equipment is necessary.  And, cleanup is a breeze.

Impress Your Guests
The appetizing appearance and burst of aroma when you open packets makes a great impression.  Layer colorful vegetables on top of chicken or fish to make the presentation more appealing.

Low-Fat Packet Cooking
Cooking foods wrapped in foil is a quick, low-fat method for sealing moisture and flavor in delicate foods. Little or no added fat is necessary.  It's also great for gently steaming vegetables.

Kick Up The Flavor
Give meals a boost of flavor with bold spices and condiments instead of fats and oils.  Add herbs, spice blends, mustard, vinegar, garlic, lemon juice or fresh ginger.  If oil is added, make it just a teaspoon of highly flavored oils such as olive or sesame.

Variety is Key
Balance your meals with a variety of foods.  Keep them interesting by combining different vegetables with meat, fish or poultry in foil packets.  Try unusual ethnic ingredients.  Serve unique rice, pasta or grain combinations with your packet meals.

Eat Your Vegetables
Your mom was right.  Vegetables are important for a healthy diet.  They provide vitamins, minerals and fiber plus they are naturally fat-free.  Packet Cooking holds in moisture and all the nutrients so vegetables are cooked to tender-crisp perfection.

Customize Meals
Packet Cooking makes it easy to customize your meals to suit individual tastes or dietary needs.  If someone doesn't like peppers or beans, just leave it out of their packet.  If they are on a weight-loss program, choose low-fat ingredients for that packet.