About this time of year, most of us have some winter squashes kicking around, waiting to be used up before spring. Here’s a great way to put them to good use. Simply roast up a double batch for dinner one night and then, a couple nights later, you’ll be set to make patties. Two Recipe … Read more
It’s tough to adopt a new lifestyle if you can’t at least hold it in your imagination. Unless something very unusual happened this year, a good number of us reiterated resolutions having to do with “eating better.” Would you like to end this year having actually taken significant steps toward a lifestyle of wholesome eating? … Read more
Alabama is having trouble getting its produce picked. As reported in the Camera on Friday, Alabama’s tough immigration law has frightened most Hispanic workers out of the state. But American workers are not picking up the slack. “Americans simply don’t want the backbreaking, low-paying jobs immigrants are willing to take.” Those few who give it … Read more
Article Chronicles America’s Trouble Putting Healthy Words into Everyday Actions Virtue has always been hard to embody, and healthful eating is no exception. As a recent article summed it up: Even though restaurant menus now broadcast the nutritional damage inflicted by our favorite foods and offer more weight-conscious options, it matters very little. “When Americans … Read more
Ever feel like the ball at the end of a cue stick, getting blasted from one end of the pool table to the other? The entire meaning of things seems to be getting through one event so you can make it on time to the next. This is what “disconnected” feels like to me. Rolling … Read more
Breading is a good way to begin getting to know eggplant, since the breadcrumb coating adds familiar flavor and a nice texture. Those who are experienced eggplant eaters will also like the possibilities presented by a nice breaded eggplant fillet. Layer, roll or top with different sauces, cheeses and nuts for some fast but interesting … Read more
Transform throw away crusts into kitchen gold. How to make your own breadcrumbs for a healthier, lower cost alternative to store-bought crumbs–and save the environment while you’re at it!
One building block cooking technique, dozens of dishes Here at EveryDay Good Eating, we like to take the mystery out of cooking. We believe everyone can make–and deserves to enjoy–deliciously healthful food, everyday. That’s why we teach basic, building block cooking techniques that can be mixed and matched to create a wide range of dishes. … Read more
It’s quick and easy to freeze cherries for winter + get a great winter salad recipe for your frozen cherries.
Kitchen Tip (+ a Little Kitchen Wisdom) At a recent Cooking Get Together we were preparing to saute onions for a healthy risotto. As always, the recipe said, “heat oil until hot but not smoking.” That directive led one of the participants to ask: Q. When heating oil to saute, do you heat the pan … Read more