The History of Corn Corn on the cob has been a favorite of mine since way back. What about you? Did you know that corn originated thousands of years ago in central Mexico? Today, it is a major food staple around the world. Ways to Prepare Corn Corn is a colorful, nutrient-rich, versatile grain that lends itself to hot and cold recipes. Here are 2 quickies: 1. Corn Pancakes: Make a simple pancake batter from baking mix or scratch ingredients. Before cooking, add a cup of corn kernels. Cook. 2. Grilled Corn: Peel off corn husks. Sprinkle a little water onto each ear and wrap … [Read more...] about Corn Makes Meals Sweet from Ear to Ear!
Quick & Easy Apple Salad Recipe
Are Nuts in Your Grocery Shopping Cart?
Are you Nuts for Nuts? There are many good reasons to add nuts to your grocery shopping cart. For example: Nuts are Flavorful Nuts are Versatile Nuts are Nutritious Are you Stuck in a Nut-Rut? Different varieties of nuts are easy to find around the grocery store: Produce Department: Nuts in the shell, some are unsalted Baking Aisle: Nuts out of the shell in packages, most are unsalted Peanut Butter & Jelly Aisle: Nut butters such as peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter Are You … [Read more...] about Are Nuts in Your Grocery Shopping Cart?
Easy Tomato Meals for Summer!
It's Fun Trying Many Varieties of Tomatoes! I used to think a homegrown, local tomato was heavenly -- and, I still do! But, lately I'm getting more fun out of summer tomatoes by trying different varieties. The Cherokee Purple tomato, shown at left, is actually purple-ish on the outside and inside. Amish Paste is another to try as is Brandywine. I suggest your local Farmer's Market if you are ready to have some fun with tomato varieties! Making Easy Meals with Tomatoes! 1. Cold Tomato Sandwich Meal: Spread fresh sourdough or whole grain bread with light mayo or mustard. Cut a fresh, … [Read more...] about Easy Tomato Meals for Summer!
Blueberry Crisp is a Healthy Dessert Recipe
A Little History Long ago, blueberries were called star berries by Native Americans because of the star-shaped spot where the blossom develops into the berry. Awesome Nutrition If you just love blueberries, like I do, then consider yourself lucky. No matter what you call them, these little blue dynamos are showing up at the top of lists of the healthiest foods we can eat...even as dessert! Blueberry Crisp Recipe A dessert rich with healthy fruit and not too much added sugar! Kids can help by washing the fruit, measuring the ingredients and crumbling the topping, with … [Read more...] about Blueberry Crisp is a Healthy Dessert Recipe
How to Cook Eggplant & Easy Eggplant Recipe
Cooking with Eggplant I've always thought eggplant has a kind of mystique surrounding it. Is it the deep purple color? Is it the name? Or, is it that many people are confused with how to cook eggplant? If you're confused, then it's time to get to the grocery store or local farm market, buy an eggplant and give it a try! To Peel or Not to Peel It's not hard to prepare and cook eggplant. First, rinse eggplant well with cool water. The next step is to peel or not to peel it and either way works. Next, cut eggplant into chunks or rounds and cook it. Some chefs give eggplant a striped look … [Read more...] about How to Cook Eggplant & Easy Eggplant Recipe