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
Beautiful Basil & 3 Easy Basil Recipes!
Versatility of Fresh Basil One super-fresh flavor of summer is the herb, basil. I've grown it in a sunny place in my yard for probably 15 years, or more. It's easy to grow, full of wonderful flavor and it keeps on growing-and-giving as you pick it throughout June, July, August and September. Here's a fun look at how versatile fresh basil is. 3 Easy Basil Recipes 1. Watermelon with Fresh Basil: Cut fresh basil leaves into very thin slivers and sprinkle on top of cut-up, fresh watermelon. 2. Italian Panini Sandwich: Layer thin sliced prosciutto, Mozzarella cheese, tomato slices and … [Read more...] about Beautiful Basil & 3 Easy Basil Recipes!
Mighty Mushrooms Make Healthy Meals!
Mushrooms & Pennsylvania When I went to middle school, my family moved from Washington State to southeastern Pennsylvania. That was when I began learning about mushrooms. My mother got into the habit of giving a big basket of fresh mushrooms as a holiday or special occasion gift which might sound odd, unless you know Pennsylvania mushrooms! Mushrooms 101: Nutrition & Health Like so many veggies, mushrooms have a strong nutrition resume. Some of their top nutrients include selenium, copper and potassium along with fiber and health-enhancing phytochemicals. Mushrooms are low … [Read more...] about Mighty Mushrooms Make Healthy Meals!
A Turkish Breakfast is a Healthy Meal!
Breakfast Foods Eaten in Turkey! When I visited Turkey, I was greeted in the morning with a hearty and healthy breakfast. Some of the foods I ate were these: olives, hummus, bread, honeycomb, figs, fresh pear, apricot juice, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta cheese. Can you find them on my plate at the left? Mediterranean Foods are Nutrient-Packed! All foods offer us calories and nutrition. Those that are grown and eaten in the Mediterranean area of the world, though, are especially tasty and high quality calories. The good news is that we can choose many of these same foods in an American … [Read more...] about A Turkish Breakfast is a Healthy Meal!