Food
Grow your own fruits, vegetables
Space limitations needn’t limit fresh produce options
Almost anyone can grow fresh fruits and vegetables. Even apartment dwellers who have a spot with at least six hours of direct sun a day can grow a few vegetables in containers. And if you don’t have a space with enough sun? There is probably a community garden nearby where you can rent some garden space.
You can afford to eat healthy
Here’s how to save on high-quality, good-for-you food
In an uncertain economy, many families seek creative ways to stretch their food dollars while still bringing nourishing meals to the table. Though it’s easy to get distracted by inexpensive processed foods, keep in mind that money spent on quality, nutrient-packed food is an investment in your health and the health of your family. Here are some easy tips for purchasing sustainable, delicious foods without breaking the bank.
State, local schools 'not aware' of 'pink slime' in meat
Washington state education officials are not aware of any schools using the meat product dubbed “pink slime” in their menu items.
Savor ‘everlasting’ meal
Lyrical book leads cooks down a path to waste less, stress less
Tamar Adler has the answer: Instead of trying to keep everything fresh and raw until the clock is counting down toward mealtime, cook everything as soon as you get home. Not all in a jumble or stew, but separately and in ways that maximize each item’s potential.
Video: Vancouver chef prepares 3 simple Thanksgiving sides
Vancouver chef Eric Atlas of Chuck's Produce & Street Market prepares yam-infused mashed potatoes, green bean and walnut sauté w/ jalapeno, and date/fig compote.
Cranberries are Thanksgiving staple
This tart fall fruit can be enjoyed throughout the season in a variety of ways
Cranberries are a sure sign of fall. Like grapes, cranberries are finicky and require patience. Their vines take as many as five years before they produce, and, contrary to popular belief, are not cultivated in water but in irrigated sand marshes that are flooded for harvesting.
Recipe: Shrimp Dinner Salad
Salads are enjoyed year-round, but they are especially gratifying in the summer when they can be the main event. The trick to assembling a quick dinner salad is to prepare the greens and dressing in advance, and toss in your own tasty extras just before serving. Add lean protein, pasta and/or beans for a nutritious all-in-one meal.
Kids invited to Jam and Bread Camp
Learn to make homemade bread and freezer jam, and take home the proceeds to share, at one of Washington State University Clark County Extension’s upcoming Jam and Bread camps.
Homemade potato chips fun way to express tastes, cut fat
From spicy new flavorings to premium ingredients, potato chips are cashing in on a whole new image these days. “What’s been happening lately is there are more companies pushing interesting recipes,” says Jeremy Selwyn, who follows the snack food industry for his website Taquitos.net.
Food and wine calendar
Classes and events Seasonal Feast: 6 p.m. June 10, Urban Abundance and Slow Food Southwest Washington host a three-course meal highlighting ingredients from the farms of Clark County. Pioneer Grange Hall, 3803 N.E. 199th St., Ridgefield. * Tickets: http://www.myurbanabundance.org/seasonal-feast.
Slider selection makes Super Bowl party easy
Bread, fillings, condiments and cheese sure to please
Super Bowl party food is all about big, comfy flavor and ease, because on the day of the big game, you want to spend your time in front of the tube, not the stove. Sliders are great because they can be served as appetizers or entrees. And assembling a buffet of make-it-yourself sliders allows your guests to tailor the sandwiches to their liking.
A year to chew on: 2010 in food
Language, technology, nutrition, bacon battled for our palates
Bow your heads, please, for 2010 saw yet another foodie term of affection — artisanal — jump the shark. This year, big business continued to follow the foodie dollar, co-opting and transforming the language of the culinary crowd. A few years ago, they swarmed the cottage organic industry. Then everyone from Whole Foods to Walmart latched on to the “local” label.
Best Food Forward: Alternatives to oven-roasting turkey come in abundance
Circumstances can affect how you cook your turkey. An oven may fail at an inopportune time, a power outage may occur, and more than one large food item may need cooking at the same time. The conventional oven is not the only way to get the big bird cooked safely. Here are some alternative suggestions to give you more room in the oven, or start a new traditional way to cook your turkey.
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