By Linda Gassenheimer From Tribune News Service I was thinking about Father’s Day coming up. My husband loves to make a BLT sandwich for lunch. I added bacon, lettuce, and fresh sliced tomatoes to a cooked burger to make a crunchy burger for his day—or it’s great for anytime you’re looking to add variety to…
Red Curry Pork and Pineapple Lettuce Wraps
By Gretchen McKay From Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Lettuce wraps are a quick-to-make and satisfying meal for people looking to save calories and carbs by substituting lettuce leaves for bread or tortillas. They’re also versatile, since they can be built around any combination of meats and veggies you might have on hand. This dish gets much of…
Anatomy of a Classic Cocktail: The Pimm’s Cup
Kent-born and Edinburgh-educated, James Pimm had a background in theology, but he decided to open an oyster bar in London. In 1823, he created his namesake liqueur as a digestive, a blend of gin, quinine, and spices—a secret recipe, naturally, that remains closely held. He didn’t start producing larger quantities of Pimm’s No. 1 Cup…
Tired After Lunch? Try This
At some point, everyone has felt like they could really, really use a nap after lunch. The phenomenon of the “afternoon slump,” or post-lunch drowsiness, is so common that the medical community has given it an official name—postprandial somnolence. The post-meal feeling of tiredness and lethargy can make it hard to concentrate on afternoon work…
Is Vegetable Flavoured Ice Cream the New Way to Get Your Vitamins?
Vegetable-flavoured gelatos starring cauliflower and pumpkin have stirred up heated debates this week at Australia and New Zealand’s largest horticulture conference and trade show, Hort Connections, where innovative businesses used foods that would’ve otherwise been thrown away to address food waste. Three thousand attendees there sampled two flavours that were a harmonious combination of salty…
Carrot Aioli: It’s Better Than Grass
Nearly 2 percent of the land in the lower 48 states is lawn. In most populated areas, the percentage is much higher. It’s fair to say that most of us have too much lawn and not enough garden—especially this time of year, when you keep getting ambushed by little plants at the farmers market. You…
These Barbecued ‘Ribs’ Are Budget-Friendly, Extra Meaty and Delightfully Hands-Off
As a Texas girl, I’ve got a special affinity for ribs—but they can be so pricey! My recipe for country-style ribs makes cooking ribs at home easier and cheaper than ever. Besides calling for a cost-effective cut of meat, the best part about this recipe is how hands-off it is. You season your ribs, throw them in…
Transport the Taste of France to Your Plate at Home
I’m not eating much meat these days, but occasionally I have a major longing for a steak. And since I was recently in Paris and had a version of this nostalgic, delicious dish, I can’t get it out of my mind. A tender filet of beef, with its lean texture, is accompanied by a cheesy, creamy sauce….
Grilling: It’s All About the Sauce—and the Seeds
It’s officially grill season. While you’re brushing off the grill grates and prepping your proteins and vegetables, don’t forget to make a bright and zesty sauce for serving. Herbaceous, citrusy condiments, such as salsas and pestos, will complement and elevate your charred grill food. And zhoug is one sauce you should consider adding to your…
Health Expert Says Most Dangerous Food is Not Red Meat
If you google for the unhealthiest food, red meat and processed meat will represent an overwhelming portion of the results, but one crispy snack might be among the most dangerous snacks you could possibly eat, according to Dr. Eric Berg, a chiropractor and renowned health author specialising in intermittent fasting and healthy ketosis. The World Health…
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