It’s been a relatively warm winter in Northern California thus far. We haven’t had a lot of rain or fog, just lots of sunshine. I am not one to complain about an abundance of sunshine, particularly in January, but one thing I do miss about the cooler winters of the east coast is the ready excuse I have to eat lots and lots of oatmeal. It’s delicious, warming, easy to prepare, and made with one of the best grains out there: oats. Continue reading “More than One Way to Sow Your Wild Oats”
Month: January 2012
It’s a Kale Kale World
Up until recently kale was not a favorite vegetable of mine. I’d walk by it in Whole Foods see its 1000-point ANDI score and cringe. 1000 points is high for just about anything, but for an ANDI score that means that kale (along with collard greens) is the healthiest item Whole Foods has to sell. Period. I didn’t like kale because it didn’t taste good. It was fibrous and hard to chew. And I didn’t really know how to cook it so I never wanted to prepare it; until, that is, I stumbled upon a few recipes that not only made kale edible, but also made it a feature vegetable in my home. So today’s post is dedicated to the only vegetable I now make at least once a week every week of the year. Kale. Continue reading “It’s a Kale Kale World”
Pappa al Pomodoro
It’s common sense. Children learn by imitation. And because of this they eat what we eat (or what they see people around them eating or avoiding). With that in mind, let me tell you about my oldest son’s most favorite dish: Pappa al Pomodoro. It is a dish he watched his father eat every Saturday at the little Italian restaurant in our neighborhood, and it is one that has become near and dear to his heart. If it were up to him we’d be eating the Pappa (a.k.a. tomato soup) for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Thankfully the rest of the family is happy to go along with his wishes. But it wasn’t always the case… Continue reading “Pappa al Pomodoro”
We’re Eating Less Meat. Why?
Meat consumption has declined over the past five years for a whole host of reasons that include a focus on better health, eating more vegetables and the recession. Mark Bittman writes about it in the New York Times. Read it here:
January 10, 2012
We’re Eating Less Meat. Why?
By MARK BITTMAN
Americans eat more meat than any other population in the world; about one-sixth of the total, though we’re less than one-twentieth of the population.
But that’s changing. Continue reading “We’re Eating Less Meat. Why?”
Welcome to 2012.
Jessica and I have been traveling during the holidays, soaking up the sun, catching up with friends and family, and searching for new ideas to share with you. And new ideas we have! But first, some business: while this time of year is often dedicated to resolutions meant to make you more successful, healthier and happier, we’ve decided, instead, to put forth a challenge to you, dear reader.We believe that if you eat well, you are healthier and happier. And when you are healthier and happier, you are also more confident and successful in anything you do. This year we challenge you to take the bull by the horns and cook your way to happiness. Come and cook with us! Continue reading “Welcome to 2012.”
Come and Cook with Us 