Blender lids are notoriously hard to clean. You can: Ignore the problem, and risk food poisoning (nooooo!) Scrub the crannies with cotton swabs Use homemade reusable swabs When I got tired of cutting Q-Tips in half to cut my costs and the waste, I looked for a little brush or sponge on a stick that […]
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Voting for Food’s Sake
If you live in the United States, do you have a plan for voting in the upcoming election? It couldn’t be more important. I’ve already asked for my absentee ballot so I can vote by mail ASAP. That way, I don’t give or get COVID-19 at the polling place. Request yours early, in case you […]
Open-Sesame Salad Dressing
Do you wish for a nearly free salad dressing that adds depth to light summer salads? Use the sesame oil you spooned out before stirring a new jar of tahini. Combine it with a little rice-wine vinegar and salt for a tasty something-for-nothing recipe. Homemade salad dressing in 3 minutes feels like magic! Nutrition note: […]
Chocolate-Raspberry Cupcakes with Basil Frosting
Capture summer flavors and bakery-level indulgence with these chocolate cupcakes. You’ll notice the fresh fragrance of basil before you take your first bite. Enjoy the unexpected pairing of vanilla, basil, chocolate, and a hint of cardamom. Take another bite to reach the zip of raspberry filling. My Taster says the raspberry ties the other flavors […]
Slow-Cooker Ratatouille Italiano
My version of this classic rustic French eggplant and pepper stew amps up the flavor with oregano, chipotle, and black olives. Cook it with set-and-forget ease in your slow cooker. You don’t need to be a cartoon mouse French chef or loads of time in the kitchen to dazzle your family. This recipe makes a […]
Teach Thrifty, Plant-Based Cooking!
Would you like to help your circle learn to save money, eat well, and make a difference. Consider volunteering to teach cooking classes using my videos, slides, and scripts! What are the classes? Cooking While Broke. Learn how to cook tasty, healthy food even on a very tight budget. Zero-Waste Cooking. Learn how to reduce […]
