Today I experimented with a new dish for my toddler – chicken and mashed potatoes. Came out pretty yummy. In fact it’s so good, I could eat the whole thing myself!
I used couple of ounces of boiled chicken breast, two mid-size baked potatoes, half cup of whole milk and about quarter of a table spoon of butter. I skinned the baked potatoes and cut them into smaller pieces. I cut the chicken into smaller pieces as well. Then I threw everything into the food processor and let it puree. It came out a little on the thick side, but it will probably be okay. If not, I can dilute it more with milk or water later.
Homemade baby food is actually more eco-friendly than the store bought one. Why? Because it doesn’t involve a glass jar or a plastic container that baby food normally comes in. These usually end up in the garbage right? So by avoiding store-bought, you create less garbage!
Energy spent on the air conditioner can take up a significant chunk of your energy bill. It is not easy to calculate the energy use by the central air conditioner, because it depends on the climate you live in, the thermal insulation of your house, the air conditioner type and its efficiency. But, nevertheless following these guidelines will help reduce your air conditioner’s energy use: