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How to Cook Vegetables: Steaming, Pan Cooking and Lots of Tasty Recipes

April 12, 2010
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"I know we should eat more vegetables, but..."
This is a common refrain. I bet you've even said it yourself. Vegetables tend to be one of the most under-appreciated parts of the food kingdom, and sadly, one that very few people have learned to truly incorporate into their regular eating habits.
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Real Food Makeover- The “W” Family, Part 2

April 8, 2010
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Continuing on from the first installment of this week's Real Food Makeover...
What to Buy, Where to Buy It
One fantastic thing that the "W's" mentioned is that there is a an enthusiastic local foods movement in their area, including a co-op, farmer's markets and CSAs. I think that the co-op would be an excellent starting place.
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How to Make Fabulous Soup From Scratch Without a Recipe

March 12, 2010
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Learning to cook without recipes can be not only a huge time-saver in the kitchen, but a money-saver as well.
Soup is an incredibly versatile food. It can be hearty and chunky, or light and refreshing, vegetable based or full of meats, beans and grains. It can be a meal in itself or [...]

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