TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Cleveland Kraut & Ways To Serve Sauerkraut

[1] How to make a better Reuben sandwich: use the best sauerkraut and a great recipe like this one (photo © Marion’s Kitchen). [2] Sauerkraut with beef, burgers, hot dogs, salmon, and sandwiches (photos #1 to #4 © Cleveland Kraut). [3] Beet Red Cleveland Kraut, made with red cabbage, beets, and cabbage. Try it with…
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TIP OF THE DAY: A Different Take On Avocado Toast Recipes

[1] Avocado toast and hummus with hot sauce (photo © Hope Hummus). [2] “Three Shades Of Avocado Toast,” avocado, hummus and tahini (photo Food Deco | Instagram). [3] For a special occasion: lobster avocado toast (photo © Ocean Prime Restaurant). [4] Avocado toast with deviled hamachi collar (substitute smoked fish) and sliced radishes (photo ©…
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TIP OF TODAY: Stop Potatoes From Sprouting

September is National Potato Month (August 19th is National Potato Day). While we’ll share recipes later in the month, today we have a safety message. You’ve probably never heard of getting glycoalkaloid toxicity from potatoes. The effects are mostly gastrointestinal. They are often delayed 8 to 10 hours after consuming a bad potato. The poisonous…
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TIP OF THE DAY: A Rainbow Of Vegetables In Unusual Colors

[1] Different colors of beets and carrots (photo © The Chef’s Garden). [2] Purple brussels sprouts (photo © Frieda’s Specialty Produce). [3] Cauliflower in the conventional white, plus orange and purple. In the front is romanesco, a variation of cauliflower that has spikes (photo © Nourish The Roots). [4] Green beans don’t have to be…
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Kale Popcorn Recipe, Kale Types & The History Of Kale

If you’re a member of the kale cult, here’s a recipe for your repertoire: popcorn with kale (photo #1). It’s easy to make, with purchased popcorn and kale chips. Or, pop your own and microwave kale into chips (photo #5). Popcorn is already a better-for-you, whole grain snack. Now, you can add this recipe from…
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