Every year I scorn at Christmas tunes being played at malls, stores or even radios way before Thanksgiving. This year, when I went to CVS to buy the last minute Halloween candy, I was not surprised to see boxes and boxes of candy canes waiting to replace Halloween treats.
I understand that in these economically hard times, retailers are doing everything to persuade the reluctant shoppers that holiday season will not be as cheery and bright if they won’t spend crazy …
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Chard Quasi Lasagna
It can be pretty easy to get carried away at the farmers’ market. The kale and the sweet potatoes and the peppers look so good. And you’ve always wanted to try kohlrabi and broccoli raab and beets. The next thing you know, you’re headed home with enough food for everyone on your block. It’s not the worst problem in the world.
I recently found myself in this boat when I …
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Not Your Mother’s Tabbouleh
On summer nights, the mere thought of firing up the oven or standing over the stove with a stir-fry can make you start sweating. But how do you eat raw vegetables for months without dying of boredom? By incorporating a couple of pantry items and remembering that “salads” aren’t just the great-looking leafy greens and colorful vegetables you picked up at the farmers’ market. Varying your meals with …
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