Skillet Corn Bread with Tomatoes and Sage

Written on Oct 11, 2010 by Alison Ashton
Skillet Corn Bread with Tomatoes and Sage

Traditional corn bread made in a cast-iron skillet gets an update with fresh corn, sun-dried tomatoes and sage.

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Nourishing Hero: Ana Sofia Joanes

Written on Oct 8, 2010 by Lia Huber
Nourishing Hero: Ana Sofia Joanes

Meet Nourishing Hero, “FRESH: The Movie” director/producer Ana Sofia Joanes, who put the spotlight on sustainable food heroes. Plus learn how you can schedule your own in-home screening of the movie!

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Categories : Mindful Meals

Why It’s a Good Idea to Smoke Your Own Fish

Written on Oct 8, 2010 by Alison Ashton
Why It’s a Good Idea to Smoke Your Own Fish

Oy! The FDA has recalled packaged hot-smoked fish. No worries, ’cause it’s easy to make your own, and we’ll show you how.

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Categories : Noteworthy News

Spiced Pork Roast

Written on Oct 8, 2010 by Lia Huber
Spiced Pork Roast

This dish is supremely delish with roasted root veggies. Choosing heritage pork will mean even more flavor. I love leftovers in a sandwich slathered with mustard and dotted with bread and butter pickles.

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Categories : Meat, Recipes, Type of Food

Win a Free Copy of “The Meat Lover’s Meatless Cookbook”!

Written on Oct 7, 2010 by Alison Ashton
Meatlover's-Meatless-Cookbook

We love Kim O’Donnel’s “The Meat Lover’s Meatless Cookbook.” Now you have a chance to win your own free copy!

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Categories : Weekly Giveaways

Our Autumn in Italy Menu

Written on Oct 7, 2010 by Alison Ashton
Our Autumn in Italy Menu

Looking for menu inspiration for this weekend? Try our fall menu with Italian flare! Braised short ribs take center stage in this super-nourishing meal.

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Categories : Favorite Finds

Fair Trade Supports the People Who Produce Our Food

Written on Oct 6, 2010 by Alison Ashton
Fair Trade Supports the People Who Produce Our Food

October is Fair Trade Month. Here’s what you need to know about chocolate, coffee and other food that’s just for everyone.

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Categories : Eco Bites

Fair-Trade Chocolate Earthquake Cookies

Written on Oct 6, 2010 by Alison Ashton
Fair-Trade Chocolate Earthquake Cookies

These easy cookies are a tasty way to showcase Fair Trade-Certified chocolate.

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Is Your Kitchen Health-Department Clean?

Written on Oct 5, 2010 by Alison Ashton
Is Your Kitchen Health-Department Clean?

New York City’s health department has adopted a California-style letter-grade system. Would your kitchen pass muster?

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Categories : Noteworthy News

Vermiculture: 1 Woman + 1,000 Worms = Smart Composting

Written on Oct 4, 2010 by Evangeline Heath
Vermiculture: 1 Woman + 1,000 Worms = Smart Composting

No room for a compost heap? Try vermiculture instead and set up your very own compact worm ranch!

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Categories : Eco Bites