Make A Hummus Sandwich With This Recipe Template

[1] On whole wheat bread or whole wheat pita, a hummus sandwich is delicious and better for you (photo © Night And Day Images | iStock Photo). [2] Beet hummus and avocado sandwich (photo © Anna Pelzer | Unsplash). [3] Hummus sandwich with Israeli salad (photo © Panera). [4] A hummus wrap with chopped vegetables…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Lemon Wheel Vs. Lemon Wedge

A reader writes: “When I order a beverage, sometimes it comes with a wedge of lime or lemon, sometimes a wheel (a circular slice). Is there a substantive difference or is it just an individual choice?” The difference is style over substance. Whether your beverage is a soft drink, juice, water, tea/iced tea or a…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Lamb Burgers Instead Of Hamburgers

Make your Labor Day cookout different this year: Serve lamb burgers instead of hamburgers. (O.K., serve them in addition to hamburgers). If you love lamb and don’t eat it often enough, you can get as much enjoyment from a lamb burger as from pricier lamb chops and legs of lamb. The same wonderful lamb flavor…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Try A Glass Of Muscat (Moscato) For Dessert

For dessert: a glass of Moscato wine. Photo courtesy Gallo Family Vineyards.   America doesn’t enjoy enough dessert wines. From late harvest Rieslings to sparkling red Italian Brachettos, hearty Ports and unctuous Sauternes, a plethora of dessert wines is waiting to be discovered. A sweet wine can be enjoyed with more than just dessert. Think…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Try Some Mostarda Di Frutta

Most people we know select three cheeses for a cheese plate and add a crusty loaf of bread. The more ambitious add some nuts and fresh or dried fruits. We get a bit more elaborate (see our list of cheese garnishes). Years ago, on a trip to Italy, we were inspired by mostarda di frutta,…
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