healthy tips
Question
Any good suggestions for treats for diabetics?
Ingrid's Answer
There are lots of recipes for diabetics. In many cases you can use fruit juice or artificial sweeteners to compensate for sugar. Or you can try sugar–free pudding or gelatin with fruit.
Question
Hello from Georgia. Do you have any recipes for sugar–free cake?
Ingrid's Answer
A sugar substitute is the first thing that comes to mind.
Question
My husband is lactose intolerant. What can I use in place of butter when I cook or season my foods?
Ingrid's Answer
Margarine or vegetable shortening.
Question
What is the purpose of using unsalted butter in recipes?
Ingrid's Answer
Using unsalted butter allows you to control the amount of salt.
Question
Do you have any sugar-free recipes for decorating with icing/frosting?
Ingrid's Answer
You can use a box of sugar-free instant vanilla pudding, mixed with 1/2 cup milk and 3 cups heavy whipping cream. Mix with electric mixer until pudding dissolves. Increase speed until it reaches the desired consistency.