There’s nothing more disappointing than cooking a beautiful meal, only to find out that the flavors are bland. Sometimes, there’s just something simple missing that could turn the dish into something special.
With springtime fast approaching, let’s look at the spring ingredients that can give your next brunch or dinner an incredible burst of flavor.
Many a night I’ve been elbow deep in dinner prep or in line at the grocery store when I realize I’ve forgotten to plan for a side dish. Sure, homemade veggie burgers are great—but they’re not very substantial on their own. Maybe it’s because I’m from the Southern U.S., but I feel much more satisfied when I have a filling side dish (or two!) along with my entrée. The problem is that I’m usually much more focused on the main attraction, and it’s not unusual for the side dish to be relegated
“The health of a nation’s food system is a critical issue of national security. Food is about to demand your attention.” -Michael Pollan, Farmer in Chief
“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” – Hippocrates
Bone is living tissue, meaning that how we treat it is how it will respond (in most cases). Osteoporosis—a condition in which bones become brittle and easily broken—and osteopenia—the thinning of bones—are life-changing conditions that can result in a number of problems, including fractures and joint pain.
The ubiquitous and humble chutney is often a staple on Indian tables—and it does more than just add heat or spice to the meal. More often than not, chutneys are digestive aids and tend to fire up the metabolism.
“Human health is only as good as the land we grow our food in or on.”
A.W.Erickson, 1945
In other words, we reap what we sow. Trying to build a healthy diet from plants grown in unhealthy soil is like building a house without starting with a foundation. It is essential to consider the origin of foods (and other products one consumes, too!) if one aims to live a well-balanced life…with a healthy amount of selenium in store.
So, I have a problem: I’m a bit of a spices junkie. I didn’t realize this until someone recently pointed out to me how all the recipes I share with them require so many different herbs and spices (hi, Grandma!). I thought for a moment, and realized it’s true—I probably have 40 different spices in my cabinet, and I frequently online-window shop at herbs and spices stores, reading about exotic spices I’ve never heard of and imagining how they might taste. Perhaps it’s because
Certainly, deeply, vehemently, Alice Waters, thank you. To begin a discussion of the farm-to-table movement anywhere else would be nothing short of disrespectful. Alice Waters is a near mythical figure in the world of food, agriculture, and sustainable practices. A community leader, a movement originator, and, both literally and figuratively, a force of nature.
Looking to add a little excitement to your glass of water? Many of the products used for flavoring your water are unnatural and often contain chemicals you wouldn’t want to put in your body. If you are interested in finding alternatives, check out these 10 neat ways to naturally flavor your water.
Rosemary and Watermelon