Blog Posts from September 2009
Here's an archive of our blog posts from September 2009. Click on the title to see the full post.
Is homemade hummus cheaper than store-bought?
Making hummus might seem like a giant WHY since prepared hummus is widely available in an array of flavors. But ours is cheaper than store-bought and tastes fresher, too!
Exactly what Is a curry? Guest Blogger Raghavan Iyer spills all!
In England and the rest of the world, “curry” is the catchall word for anything Indian that is mottled with hot spices, with or without a sauce. In Raghavan Iyer's India, curry just IS!
A break with the usual grocery routine makes Debbie a bit desperate!
Grocery shopping becomes an obsession when Guest Blogger Debbie Moose breaks her wrist!
How do you buy fish in the age of fillets?
I can’t even remember the last time I looked a fresh fish in the eye. If that time-worn trick doesn’t work for buying fillets, what’s a conscientious shopper to do?
Ciabiatta with Chicken and Cheese: A sandwich you could fall in love with
True confessions: Beverly doesn’t really love sandwiches. Especially not for dinner. And then Alicia steps in to change her mind.
Are food prices up, down or sideways?
This week's food news is tricky. Are prices up, down or sideways? And will French fries give you cancer?
Pre-washed salad greens need another round in the spinner
Homemade produce washes let you enjoy your salads without fear of toxins.
Array of required spices can make Indian recipe prices spiral
Based on a survey of three mainstream Indian cookbooks, the average recipe uses between six and 10 herbs and spices (either fresh or dried). Unless you already have a well-stocked spice cabinet, purchasing them will quickly add up.
Can Overstuffed Twice-Baked Potatoes make a whole meal?
This steakhouse favorite is considered a side dish in a restaurant but our recipe for Overstuffed Twice-Baked Potatoes makes a filling entree.
Local Food and Local Knowledge with Liza Gyllenhaal: Cherry Tomatoes and Rainbow Chard
In Liza Gyllenhaal's garden, rainbow chard and cherry tomatoes pair up for an end-of-season feast.
Coupons and Falling Pork Prices
Falling pork prices and banter from the butcher? It's all in the news right now! Check out Beverly's Rants and Raves from this week.
Debbie Moose Munchies: Summer of the endless fig
Guest Blogger Debbie Moose is crazy for figs, and this summer, all of her figgy dreams come true.
A cookie recipe worth remodeling the kitchen for!
When a Kitchen Scoop reader told us she remodeled her entire kitchen around one cookie recipe, we knew we had to try them. Here they are, and are they terrific!
Change up the pasta to give new shape to dinner!
Pasta rescues me weekly, and it's all too easy to get into a rut -- same old noodle, same old sauce. Choosing a different shape of pasta gives a new look and feel to dinner with no extra work for the cook.
Wraps are easy to pack and go for end-of-summer fun
Wraps are quick to make, convenient to transport and easy to eat.
Are simple salad combos still the best?
Call us old-fashioned, but some flavor combos never need to change. Take this Southern summertime salad packed with red-ripe tomatoes and crisp cooling cukes. It's addictive.
Ditching groceries at the checkout: Are you guilty too?
Anybody else find yourself abandoning grocery items while you’re unloading the cart? I thought it was just me – - and then I saw an Associated Press report estimating at least 25 percent of all shoppers are dumping at least one item they had intended to buy. What to do?
