Benefits Of Ain 'T Easy Bein' Greasy Essay

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It Ain’t Easy Bein’ Greasy
Have you ever wanted your meals to be cleaner, healthier, and safer? Than you might have tried cooking your own food. And what’s not to love? The University of Washington reports that “When we eat homemade food, our siblings and family are much healthier. In fact, eating homemade food is linked to less obesity, kids doing better in school, and less substance abuse within the family.” (Iacoviello)
For my 30 day challenge I tried to cash in on these benefits. However, it helps if you can find the time to make the food or to have an idea of how to operate an oven. And let me tell you, it ain’t easy bein’ greasy, during my 30 day challenge one of the dishes I tried to make was lasagna and when you accidentally cook a

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