We all need to add more veggies to our diets. Why not add them to foods you already love? Pasta and potato salads are delicious summer picnic go-tos. Why not veg-up your favorite pasta or potato salad recipe with even more veggies for your next summer gathering? You [...]
The amount of food wasted each year seems to continue to trend upwards. It may not seem like a big deal, but the little efforts you can make at home matter. In my latest book, I delve into the subject, discussing everything from sustainable agriculture to [...]
One strategy for wasting less food, is to start taking note of the bits of vegetables that end up sitting in your refrigerator. And the dips or condiments that don't quite get finished. I had noticed that every time I bought a bunch of celery, I'd use some, [...]
My husband and I enjoyed these at a rustic French restaurant years ago, and I've been making them every summer since. You can use either yellow summer squash, or zucchini to make them. Choose any soft cheese for the filling. I used a ricotta for this recipe, but [...]
The United Nations has designated 2021 as the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables. I will continue to encourage you to add more fruits and veggies to your diet. However, learning how to shop and store them is important too. Fruit and veggies are in the top three [...]