Shine On Barley Moon
According to The Farmer’s Almanac, every full moon has a name. In August, it will be the barley moon, a good reminder to serve this splendid grain more often than once in a blue moon. Includes recipe for Barley Stir-Fry.
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Fun Veggies For Summer’s Farewell
Labor Day is nearly here. For some, this means the last beach picnic or outdoor meal of the year. Includes fun kid’s recipe for Fiesta Salad on a Stick.
Too Many Vegetables Can Be Good For Your Health
It’s the end of the summer and you have more tomatoes and green beans than you know what to do with. One solution is to put them together in a colorful, nutritious vegetable dish. Includes recipe for Green Beans with Tomatoes.
The Versatile Chicken: Plain Or Fancy
Chicken is good for your diet and your wallet. Whether you count carbs, fat grams, calories, points, or pennies, chicken is a smart choice. Includes recipe for Chicken Jambalaya.
Warming Up To Cold Soups
Cold soups have a long history. Many, like gazpacho, originated in Mediterranean countries with long, hot summers. But cold soups have been part of northern diets as well. Includes recipe for Minted Pea with Buttermilk Soup.
Making the Most of Mushrooms
As fall moves in, mushrooms find their way into more dishes. Their earthy flavor complements the heartier fare of autumn. Try this recipe for Mushroom Medley with Spinach.
The Best Way to Get Antioxidants
Nutrition researchers continue to discover how antioxidants protect our health. These substances stop, and sometimes even repair, damage to cells that can occur from highly reactive molecules.
Junk Food: How Much is Too Much?
A report on American eating habits reveals that almost a quarter of the calories we consume come from nutrient-poor selections – better known as junk food. This clashes with the advice of many nutrition experts on how to eat more healthfully and control weight.
Whole Grains Grow in Importance
Whole grains have captured the attention of Americans like never before. One reason may be because a few popular weight loss diets direct dieters to replace refined grain products with whole-grain ones.
Chicken Fajitas Bring A Mexican Touch
Not too long ago, Mexican food was considered exotic in the United States. Today, chips and salsa at parties are as common as popcorn at the movies. Many other Mexican-inspired foods are also everyday fare. Includes recipe for Chicken Fajitas.
Can You Trust the Claims on Food Labels?
When our government developed the current food labeling system, guidelines stated that any health claims on food packaging must pass strict scientific review. But now guidelines about food claims have been relaxed considerably. You need to read the “fine print,” along with the claim.
An Ancient Food With Modern Appeal
A grain-like plant native to the Andes, quinoa was such a staple for the ancient Incas that they called it “the mother grain.” Includes recipe for Quinoa and Black Bean Salad.
Reinventing Ratatouille
Looking through my collection of ratatouille recipes, I notice they reflect the evolution in American cooking since the 1960s. In time, many cooks moved from worshipping ethnic authenticity to a fascination with California-style fusion cooking.
You Can Learn Portion Awareness
A study confirmed that people have difficulty judging how much food they eat. This can pose a problem since excessive amounts of food are frequently available to us.
