TIP OF THE DAY: Ways To Use Peanuts

While some people are allergic to them, there are enough peanut lovers to make this “nut” (it’s actually a legume) the overwhelming nut of choice in America. Although peanut butter makes up a large percentage, 67% of American nut consumption comprises peanuts. Almonds are second at 13%, with the remainder filled out by pecans (4%),…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Soba Noodles & Soba Noodle Salad Recipe

[1] Cold soba noodles typically are served on a flat plate like pasta; but here, they’re swirled into a stylish dome (photo © Lulu Durand | iStock Photo). [2] Hot soba ingredients with fried tofu cubes and edamame are American-inspired (photo © Sun Basket). [3] A classic preparation: cold soba noodles topped with shredded daikon…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Easy Asparagus Recipes

Toss asparagus into everyday favorites, from eggs to pasta and rice. Photo courtesy California Asparagus Commission.   Low in calories, delicious, and as inexpensive as they’re going to get: This is the season to have as much asparagus as you desire. Incorporate them into everyday dishes such as eggs and pasta, or make something more…
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TIP OF THE DAY: How To Use Stale Donuts

Turn stale donuts into a trifle. Photo courtesy MonutsDonuts.com.   What happens when you find yourself with a dozen stale donuts? We received two large boxes and forgot to freeze the leftovers. When we returned to them two days later, they were stale. Smart money might say: through them out or feed them to the…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Asian Pears

Today’s tip is to try Asian pears. But don’t expect a creamy European pear texture or even a juicy apple texture, from the fruit that is also known as “apple pear” and “Korean pear,” among other names.* “Asian pear” is the generic name for more than 25 different varieties† that originated in Asia. In ancient…
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