By Gretchen McKay From Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Zucchini is among the most prolific of summer vegetables, in large part because it’s so easy for even beginner gardeners to grow. It’s especially popular here in Pittsburgh, where thin, fried ribbons of the thin-skinned squash served with a side of marinara sauce made its tasty debut in the…
The Checkered History of Sauvignon Blanc
One of the world’s greatest grapes, sauvignon blanc, has suffered enough indignities over the years to qualify as a survivor—though the accolades it has received recently make it seem as if it’s always been a star. In fact, the history of this variety is so checkered that most of today’s younger wine buyers would never…
Blueberry Coffee Cake
The BEST Blueberry Coffee Cake recipe is soft and moist with a delicious streusel topping. Enjoy it for breakfast or dessert! If you love Coffee Cake, be sure to try my Sour Cream Coffee Cake and Apple Coffee Cake! This Blueberry Coffee Cake recipe is so easy and one that I typically always have the ingredients for. We enjoy it…
The Best Way to Freeze Blueberries, Plus How to Use Them
Technically, there is no wrong way to freeze blueberries. This is especially true if your goal is simply to keep the blueberries from going bad. Some people recommend just throwing a pint container into the freezer and leaving it at that, and while that is certainly the fastest way to freeze blueberries, it is not…
Fermented Cucumbers: Healthy Pickles Recipe (+ Video)
How to make healthy probiotic pickles the old fashioned way by fermenting sliced cucumbers in water, sea salt and a culturing medium. When my Australian husband first moved to the United States some years ago after we first got engaged, he commented that Americans must really love pickles. No matter where you go in the…
Don’t Let Summer Pass Without Making Stewed Tomatoes
In the summer when the markets are overflowing with fresh tomatoes, I pick the plumpest beefsteak varieties. I slice and stack them in a BLT, layer them with fresh mozzarella to compose a classic caprese salad, or blend them into a fresh salsa for snacking. I also always reserve a few for stewed tomatoes —…
Food Storage Smarts: Tips to Protect, Prolong Your Family’s Long-Term Supply
An emergency food supply is no longer something unusual. More families across the country are filling cupboards, closets, and under-the-bed spaces with canned food, buckets of wheat, and more, literally grocery shopping for the future. A food storage pantry customized to your family’s tastes and needs is worth the effort. Keep track of your family’s…
No Farmers, No Food, No Life
August 2, 2022
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Commentary The world is now facing a man-made food catastrophe. It is reaching crisis levels. Current policies in many parts of the world place a priority on climate change for realizing a green new deal. Meanwhile, such policies will contribute to children dying from severe malnutrition due to broken food systems, with shortages of food…
Caprese Frittata, a la Cafe Lena
\When I lived in Portland, Oregon in the late 1990s, there was a breakfast spot on Hawthorne Boulevard called Cafe Lena, where I used to go for a dish called “BBG Scrambled Eggs.” BBG stands for Basil, Brie, and Garlic. In today’s world of hybrid recipes and fusion cuisine, most menu readers are too jaded…
Don’t Let Grilling Season Pass by Before You Make Caprese Chicken
The topping of this caprese-like chicken gets nice and melty on the grill. While you’re there, crisp up some crusty bread to serve alongside. It’s great for soaking up all the flavorful juices left on your plate. Grilled Caprese Chicken Serves 4 Active Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive…
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