METRO — Slow cooking is appealing for a number of reasons. Busy home cooks know that slow cooking ensures a homecooked meal is ready and waiting when arriving home from work. And cooks accustomed to slow cooking know the aromas emanating from slow cookers throughout the day can make anyone ...
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I’m no gardener. So imagine my surprise when the Big Boys, Mr. Stripeys, First Ladies and Romas all showed signs of actual tomatoes. So far they are ripening in shifts but I’m imagining that within the next few weeks I’ll have more ripe tomatoes than I know what to do with. Time for a plan. In addition to tomato sauce, salsa, bruschetta and BLTs my mission will be to include tomatoes in every meal. For breakfast, omelettes with chopped tomatoes and feta cheese are a favorite and for something special maybe baked tomato halves with ...
FEATURE IMPACT — When it comes to planning lunches and dinners on busy school days, simplicity is the name of the game. Parents who are already juggling carpools, practices, errands and homework don’t need anything extra added to their plates while they’re trying to get food onto ...
FEATURE IMPACT — Your brain works hard for you, so it’s only fair to return the favor by practicing simple everyday habits to keep this important organ strong and thriving. Start by tweaking your daily routine to focus on these four habits: Eat Smart Just like the rest of the body, ...
CORTE FRANCA, Italy — Workers fan out before dawn to clip clusters of grapes destined to be transformed into Italy’s prized Franciacorta sparkling wine a full 10 days earlier than anticipated, as scorching temperatures brought the fruit to maturation earlier than ever. Climate change is narrowing the window for harvesting wine grapes, forcing winemakers to make quick decisions when even a few days can mean the difference between a good vintage and a bad one. “These are delicate, frantic moments, and everything has to work perfectly,’’ said Berlucchi CEO Arturo Ziliani, ...
What a glorious sight, all those roadside signs announcing fresh picked corn. It’s enough to make you hit the brakes. And this season’s crop does not disappoint. Tender and sweet, it’s the perfect companion for a stick of creamery butter and a salt shaker. And if you find you have leftover ears of cooked corn, there are so many delicious ways to use them. All you need to get started is a sharp knife and a big cutting board for removing the kernels from the cob, ready to use in your favorite recipes, or mine. Southwestern Corn Pudding (Rich and delicious) 1/4 cup sugar ...
