jmcquown wrote in rec.food.cooking:

> On 8/10/2014 11:50 AM, cshenk wrote:
> >
> > Hi, lookig for no salt or low salt items for a friend. He has heart
> > issues and needs to reduce sodium as much as possible and does not
> > have the ability to stand over a stove for more than 5 minutes.
> >
> > How long it takes to cook without him tending it, not relevant.
> > Standing time is.
> >
> > He's a confirmed foodie so this isn't a time to 'pop a can'.
> > Recipes can be as complex as it needs to be but has to allow making
> > parts in stages. Aim at meats and veggies as his primary desires
> > when possible and thanks!
> >
> > Carol
> >
> Lots of people will tell you spice blends are an abomination. Sorry,
> but I happen to love Mrs. Dash. They're salt free and taste good. I
> also use some of Penzey's blends.
>
> Of course he can always come up with his own. If he likes chili
> powder, for example, you can easily make your own. Ground paprika,
> finely crushed oregano or majoram, cumin, turmeric, garlic powder and
> cayenne pepper (to taste).
>
> There's a book from the American Heart Association which is long out
> of print but you can still find it online: "Cooking Without Your
> Salt Shaker". Lots of tasty recipes in it.
>
> I cannot help with the not being able to stand for long times issue,
> other than to do as others have and suggest a tall kitchen stool or a
> chair.
>
> Jill

Thanks Jill!

He's got an order in at Penzy's already and told me he got me some
little gifts since my spices are aging a bit. I agree on the MS Dash.
In the right place, several of them are excellent.

The original even makes a good dry rub for rotisserie chicken!

Carol

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