Tag: Food

Antipasto Salad

View the print-ready version of this recipe. Antipasto salad: the classic antipasto platter reimagined as an abundant, crave-worthy salad. This version includes marinated olives and artichokes, two types of cheese, pickled onions, pepperoni or salami, and lots of fresh veggies, all tossed in a garlicky Italian vinaigrette that packs a punch. You can enjoy this…


Free Plants: The Secrets to Successful Propagation

The cost of nursery plants can quickly add up. This makes cutting roots, saving seeds, and dividing clumping plants an easy and effective way to save money and have a great harvest. Understanding Cuttings There are three main types of cuttings. Softwood is the most common method in the vegetable garden, taking non-woody cuttings from…


The Smoky-Sweet Side Dish I’m Bringing to Every Summer Cookout

No summertime spread is complete without a pot of baked beans. Tender beans slow-cooked in a sweet and smoky sauce pair perfectly with mains from the grill. The trouble is, many baked bean recipes focus on the bacon rather than the beans. Luckily, if you’re serving guests who abstain from pork, or are simply trying…


Grilled Pineapple Adds Pizazz to Pork Chop Dinner

Never grilled pineapple? Get ready to be wowed. It caramelizes beautifully for a deeper flavor. Plus it’s a totally tasty match with a grilled pork chop, cilantro and a little heat from serranos. Grilled Pork Chops with Chile & Pineapple Serves 4 Active Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped fresh…


Anti-Cancer Soup: Creamy Broccoli

This creamy soup is relatively low in fat and calories. Broccoli is so good for us; we should eat as much of it as possible. The baking soda in the recipe preserves the green color of the vegetables. Ingredients Serves 4–6 1 pound broccoli ¼ cup butter or Smart Balance ¾ cup diced potatoes ¾…


The Magnificent Mango

The mango (Mangifera indica), a member of the cashew family, originated in the Himalayan foothills of India more than 5000 years ago. The mango has been prized in indigenous medicine for its myriad healing properties. All parts of the mango including leaves, bark, flesh, peel, roots, and flowers have pharmacological potential. There are more than 300…


How to Eat Meat

In 2003, a remarkable article appeared in the journal Lipids, titled “Fat, fishing patterns, and health among the Bardi people of north Western Australia.” According to the authors, the Bardi people hunted and fished selectively in order to obtain meat and fish containing as much fat as possible. To the Bardi, foods lacking in fat were considered…


What’s Long, Dark Purple, Sweet, and Packed With Nutrition?

By Judith Prieve From Bay Area News Group “All fruits are beautiful, but the mulberry is the king of fruits.” –Persian Proverb Move over cherry, there’s a new berry in town. Thousands of cherry lovers throughout the Bay Area make their way each spring to one of dozens of U-pick farms in Brentwood, California, for…


Grilled Lemon Chicken

Grilled Lemon Chicken If you’re looking for an easy way to make your chicken dinners more exciting, add this Grilled Lemon Chicken to the menu on your next grill night. Just don’t be surprised when your guests ask for seconds. Made of fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil, the marinade keeps the chicken juicy…


This App Is Fighting Food Waste With Discounted Mystery Bags From Dallas Restaurants

By Claire Ballor From The Dallas Morning News Dallas—Instead of tossing leftover pastries and surplus meals, some Dallas bakeries and restaurants are now selling them at discounted rates to reduce food waste. Mystery bags of baked goods, groceries and prepared meals from more than 95 local food businesses can now be purchased from a new-to-Dallas…