Meals Matter

Commented by: ffrinak

Heating Up Tortillas: Another way to heat up tortillas is to run them under running water and then place them over the burner. The water should not be on full blast for obvious reasons and the flame should not be on high for obvious reasons. They turn out GREAT y Sabrosos!!!

Commented by: parkedor

I just read the comment written by "acabr3." I just wish to correct the statement, "Without changing the taste too much, you could also use olive oil instead of canola oil and reduce some fo the fat." This statement is misleading. All oils have the same amount of fat per measurement. Where they do differ is in the ratios of the different types of fats, saturated fat, polyunsaturated fat, and monounsaturated fat each contains. Olive oil actually has a greater amount of saturated fat than does canola oil which is much higher in monounsaturated fat. So, a tablespoon of olive oil contains the same number of fat grams and calories as a tablespoon of canola oil. To ingest fewer fat grams, use a smaller quantity of oil in your recipe. If the food sticks as you cook, spray a little water into the pan to help finish the cooking process.

Commented by: ccabr3

To lower the sodium content, you might want to check the labels on the canned goods. Or, you can make your own pinto beans, which is what I do. They taste better, too. Without changing the taste too much, you could also use olive oil instead of canola oil and reduce some fo the fat. My parents have to watch both fat and salt content, so it is important to watch labels for these things. Otherwise, it sounds like a great recipe and easy to make.