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Yummy Links: From Hot Dogs to Hollandaise
- Is the recession causing you to eat more hot dogs? — The Epi-Log
- Move beyond potatoes and learn to cook with whole grains. — Chow
- Would you eat the vegan version of the Double Down sandwich?
Fast & Easy Dinner: Zucchini With Quinoa Stuffing
While I've stuffed a potato and bell pepper plenty of times, I've never had stuffed zucchini — until now! This recipe ingeniously fills the boat-like vegetable with a quinoa-white bean mixture. The technique is simple and can easily be adapted to suit your dietary needs.
Definition: Masa
Masa & Masa Harina
Masa — literally "dough" in Spanish — is a cornmeal dough traditionally used in Latin cuisine. Unlike cornmeal, it's made of sun- or fire-dried corn kernels that have been cooked in a solution of lime or ash and water and then ground.
When dried again, the substance becomes masa harina, or "dough flour."
Definition: Farro
Farro
An ancient bristled grain that originated in the Middle East. Also known as emmer, this mother grain to all modern varieties of wheat is grown primarily in northern Italy and is prepared like rice to produce a plump, chewy berry that may be added into pilaf, salad, risotto, soups, pastas, breads, and crackers. The grain is closely related to spelt, einkorn, barley, and wheat berries.
Fast & Easy Dinner: Mediterranean Grain Salad
A great staple to incorporate into your weekly diet is the grain quinoa. Like couscous, quinoa takes on the flavors of its surrounding ingredients. In this recipe, the quinoa is tossed with crunchy peppers, cool cucumbers, and salty olives.
Name That Grain!
Welcome to the special Earth Day edition of Name That Dish. Below is a popular grain amongst health-conscious foodies. Do you know what it's called?
Definition: Quinoa
Quinoa, pronounced keen-wah
A grain staple of the ancient Incas known today for its high protein content. Ivory in color and tiny and bead shaped, quinoa looks like rice. When cooked, it expands to four times its uncooked size.
Try Something New Side: Quinoa Salad With Mangos & Walnuts
Quinoa is a super trendy grain right now, especially amongst the health conscious crew - you know which crew I'm talking about those hip natural foods folks who shop at farmer's markets and are buddies with the fish guy at Whole Foods. I don't consider myself a member, but every now and again I love a good salad full of distinctive flavors and fresh ingredients. This can be made for a picnic or barbeque, and pairs well alongside grilled meats and chicken.
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Something Tells Me Multi-Grain Doughnuts Still Won't Be Healthy
Remember when I told you guys about Krispy Kreme's foray into whole wheat doughnuts? Some of you thought it was great, while others thought it was a dumb marketing ploy. Well, a few months later, they've got a new doughnut for you to weigh in on.
Thanksgiving Tip: Calculate How Much Food You'll Need
For an elaborate meal like Thanksgiving, it's crucial to consider how much food you'll serve. Too little, and you'll leave guests wishing they could gobble up more; too much, and you'll wind up with Thanksgiving leftovers for weeks. To make sure your food doesn't go to waste, take time to do some adequate planning.
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