In the twelve years that I’ve been running the Cook for Good project, my ingredient palette has changed. My recipes started as vegetarian and shifted to vegan. Now I’m cooking with very little oil and lots of superfoods like mushrooms, blueberries, and turmeric. Many recipes survive with some fine-tuning, like this week’s nomelets (which are […]
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Fix It or Replace It? Part 2
Should you replace your major appliances to save money and save the planet? Maybe. Read on for details and my examples. The answers aren’t as clear as they were in part 1 of this series, on small appliances and clothing. What about Major Appliances? Should you always try to repair rather than replace? It depends. […]
Fix It or Replace It? Part 1
Adorable Marie Kondo inspired millions of people to sell or give away things that don’t “spark joy” for them any longer. There has never been a better time to save money on second-hand appliances or parts. Even top-quality items can be affordable if you pick them up at a yard sale, thrift store, or through […]
How to Store Food in Cupboards
Save money by storing food where the critters can’t get to it. For food you keep in your cupboards or pantry, this means keeping food in glass jars, canisters with tight seals, or study original packaging. Pantry moths and other invaders can come into your home with flour, grains, spices, and more. Unfortunately, I tossed […]
How to Save a Bitter Eggplant
Don’t throw away bitter eggplants or keep them off the menu because they may be bitter. Just draw out the bitterness: Sprinkle cut eggplant with a tablespoon or so of coarse salt Let the salt do its magic for 30 to 60 minutes Rinse eggplant in water to remove excess salt I’ve tried brushing the […]
SNAP Still Works at Farmers’ Markets, For Now
The National Association of Farmers Market Nutrition Programs stopped a disaster this week for farmers and families on SNAP (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program or food stamps). The nonprofit funded the Novo Dia Group (NDG) so it will continue processing electronic SNAP payments for 30 days at farmers’ markets nationwide. This means families in need can still purchase millions of dollars of […]
