A few years ago, I set out to recreate a childhood favorite, fried zucchini chips, sans the oil. Like most Americans, I am watching my waistline and avoiding excess calories wherever and whenever possible. That’s why the invention of the air fryer was like manna from heaven. The ability to achieve the crispy golden taste … Read more
Many people don’t realize that the leafy green tops of most vegetables are not only edible, they also enhance your body’s ability to fight disease. In general, if you can eat the root, you can also eat the part that grows above the ground. There are a couple of notable exceptions. Never consume the leaves … Read more
When the thermometer rises, it’s time to turn to recipes which keep the heat out of the kitchen. Using kitchen tools like your microwave, pressure cooker, air fryer, and crockpot will help eliminate sources of excess heat. Thankfully, there is a huge assortment of seasonal produce, which aligns perfectly with the goal of creating meals … Read more
Nothing screams summer like fresh, colorful salads. They are perfect for picnics or al fresco patio dinners. Best of all, you can prepare them ahead of time, allowing you to spend time chatting, mingling, and connecting with family and friends. Served hot or cold, salads can either be an accompaniment for other foods or stand … Read more
When you are trying to stretch your grocery budget, adding herbs is the perfect way to elevate “okay” to “outstanding”, without spending a lot of money. Fresh herbs are in season right now and with these flavor-packed bundles a little goes a long way. I’ll give you examples of some of our favorite recipes, but … Read more
Fresh herbs can add a splash of both color and flavor to your recipes. However, they have a notoriously short shelf life, lasting just a few days in the fridge or on the counter in a glass of water. Freezing herbs allows for conveniently and easily preserving them to up to six months. After a … Read more
Every spring I wait with great anticipation for fresh asparagus. This tender, glorious harbinger of spring is, to put it very simply, delicious. Here are five recipes, each featuring asparagus. What’s so great about asparagus? Classified as a member of the lily family, asparagus is rich in folate, vitamin K, potassium, and vitamins A and … Read more
I often affectionately refer to the spring growing season as “salad days”. Leafy greens absolutely love the moderate temperatures and sometimes seem to grow several inches in just one day. Whether you shop at your local grocer, the farmer’s market, or (like me) have a membership in a local CSA, right now you’ll find a … Read more
I remember as a child seeing the bright red stalks emerging from the ground every spring. My mother waited until just the right moment to cut them, strip off the leaves, and then cook them down into a tasty dessert. That’s right! I’m referring to rhubarb. The sour notes pair perfectly with a splash of … Read more
The most amazing event of my spring happened this week. My yearly CSA box subscription began! CSA is short for Community Supported Agriculture. It’s a way for customers to support small, locally-owned farms, by paying the subscription fee in January, allowing the farmer to immediately purchase seeds and supplies for the upcoming season. Then, when … Read more
