Category: NutriNibbles-Organic-Health

TIP OF THE DAY: Try Farro, a.k.a. Emmer Wheat, A More Nutritious Type Of Wheat

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Farro is the original wheat, one of the first cereals domesticated in the Fertile Crescent. It nurtured the population of the Mediterranean and Middle East for thousands of years. It was cultivated by the ancient Egyptians; it became the staple ration of the Roman Legions; it was ground to create the original polenta. It has…
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RECIPE: Vegetarian Kung Pao ‘Chicken’ For World Vegetarian Day

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[1] (photos #1, #2 and #4 © Melissa’s). [2] The ingredients for Kung Pao Vegetables. Don’t be deterred by the number. [3] Chinese eggplant is not bitter like Italian eggplant, and tends to have a mild, sweet flavor (photo © Good Eggs). [4] Chinese long beans. You can substitute regular green beans (photo © Burpee).…
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PRODUCT: Violife Vegan Cheese

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October is National American Cheese Month. How about some vegan cheese? It’s amazing how vegan cheeses have improved from the original soy-based products, thanks to more people demanding non-dairy foods. Vegan products are not just for vegans, but people who are: Avoiding cholesterol Kosher Lactose-intolerant (or have other milk allergies) Sustainable living advocates   We’d…
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PRODUCT: Alden’s Ice Cream For National Organic Month

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[1] It all starts with organic milk. See why organic milk is better for you (all photos © Alden’s Organic). [2] Just give us a spoon! (The flavors: Peanut Butter Fudge, Birthday Cake, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough.) [4] Freckled Mint Chip, one of the great dairy-free flavors. [5] Three types of ice cream sandwiches: traditional…
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PRODUCT: Baileys Limited Edition Apple Pie Irish Cream Liqueur

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[1] Drink it chilled, hot or at room temperature (all photos © Diageo). [2] Make a sundae with vanilla ice dream and sautéed apples. Better yet, make boozy ice cream [3] Bake with it. How about a Baileys Apple Chai Pie? Here’s the recipe. [4] Give it as a gift, or buy a bottle for…
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