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Memo No. 2039 - January 7, 2008
It is my custom on the first memo of the new year to reprint what I consider the best recipes of the previous year, starting with Make-A-Meal Soup. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2065 - July 7, 2008
By this time of the year, it's hard to find a watermelon or cantaloupe that doesn't taste good. Bing cherries are another favorite of mine and if they're $3.00 or less in price, I buy! I kid you not: I can stand at the sink and eat them like candy! They'll not last forever so eat them while they're in season. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2040 - January 14, 2008
When it comes to cooking, I have always been my severest critic. Still, it's nice to be complemented when you know a dish is good. On December 12th I lost my biggest fan. I'm going to miss many things about Luke, my spouse of 56 years, including his never failing to say what a good meal we had, even if it was just an average one. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2066 - July 14, 2008
Did you know that Old Age may come after you with equal grace, force, and fascination? So wrote Walt Whitman (poet and optimist) a century and a half ago. His positive view on aging has been borne out in many recent psychological studies. Shown a series of positive images, anything from a dead animal to a bowl of ice cream, young adults respond most strongly to the negative, while older adults are less likely to be impressed by the negative and more readily latch on to the positive, according to a study in Psychological Science. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2041 - January 21, 2008
Diane Potts Janowski, a former Bryan resident now living in the Cleveland area, shares recipes with me. She loves to cook and enjoys creating new dishes on her own. When she told me about making a pasta dish with any kind of leftover meat I was interested. When she e-mailed the recipe I couldn't wait to try it! ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2067 - July 21, 2008
If you have an interest in foods from different parts of our country and the Pacific Northwest in particular, Pacific Northwest Wining and Dining by Braiden Rex-Johnson will be appealing.
Every year hundreds of thousands of people across the globe descend upon the Pacific Northwest to experience one of the world's fastest-growing cultural destinations. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2042 - January 28, 2008
It didn't surprise me when I saw a panini cookbook during the holidays. Panini, an Italian sandwich, is much like our grilled sandwich only thinner. I don't know about other countries but right now the panini is certainly a popular sandwich in America. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2068 - July 28, 2008
Admittedly, I have lots of kitchen tools but the one I would never do without is a vegetable brush. Every kitchen sink should have one within arm's length. You'll never see me tasting a grape, cherry or strawberry without washing it. Also, I scrub the outside of melons before I cut them and wash a banana before it's peeled. Even though you don't eat the skin or peel, bacteria on the outside can be transferred to the inside via your knife or hands. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2043 - February 4, 2008
Mark your calendar for the Chinese New Year Thursday, February 7, but I'm completely turned off by it being "the year of the rat." That said; let's concentrate a dish for the day from Betty Crocker called Chinese Pork and Pasta. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2069 - August 4, 2008
According to the August Bon Appetit magazine: "Watermelon has become the darling of chefs who play with its subtle sweetness in sorbets and cocktails and savory possibilities (grilled and in salads)."
I'm seeing watermelon recipes everywhere and I've served two interesting watermelon salads to tasters at the Bryan Chief. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2044 - February 11, 2008
With Valentine Day this Thursday I thought it appropriate to feature two desserts, one from a cookbook I've had since 1978 and the other recipe from a book Mary Beth bought in Phoenix for me recently. Both Are from Junior Leagues. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2070 - August 11, 2008
My sister and her neighbor had a bridal shower in the summer of 1981 for another neighbor's daughter. They asked everyone to contribute favorite recipes for the bride-to-be and when the event was held everyone got copies of the recipes. Ann and her neighbor served a fruit tart made with fresh summer fruit. That summer I made the fruit tart for us, for company and any potluck we attended. I was so into making it that I went out and bought tart pans with removable sides. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2045 - February 18, 2008
I don't know about you but I am sick of gloomy January and February. Like many of you, I've been dealing with a bad cold. If I hadn't had a flue shot, I'd say that what I've experienced was flu-like. For several days I didn't care if I ate or not, let alone cook anything for myself! Even my morning mug of coffee didn't taste good! When I finally got out I bought enough Lean Cuisine frozen entrees to last several days. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2071 - August 18, 2008
The soybean has been cultivated in China for more than 3,000 years. It's the most widely grown and utilized legume in the world. Soy is an excellent component of a heart-healthy diet, delivering plant protein, fiber, B vitamins and omega-3 fats. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2046 - February 25, 2008
Between-meal munching can be a sound diet strategy for many seniors who, unlike younger people, have trouble eating enough to meet nutrient and energy needs. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2072 - August 25, 2008
Don't overlook leftovers as a way to offset the higher cost of food. About every four weeks I need to take inventory of what's inside the refrigerator/freezer. That's what I did this morning and I found enough leftover entrees to last all week. It isn't as exciting as trying new recipes but it's going to save on my grocery bill and I recommend using leftovers to everyone, even picky eaters! ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2047 - March 3, 2008
At my age, I am not one to wish away time but I am not sorry that January and February are over for this year! Spring can't come too soon for me! Sure, we're likely to have more bad weather but it doesn't seem to "hang in there" like it does the first two months of the year. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2073 - September 1, 2008
In our part of the country children have already returned to school (where did summer go). Traditionally, it's Better Breakfast Month and it's important that children have a nutritious meal before they leave for the day. Studies show that children who have eaten function better academically than children who haven't. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2048 - March 12, 2008
No wonder I could not recall when St. Patrick's Day came after Palm Sunday. It hasn't happened since 1940 and it isn't happening again until 2060! I was around in 1940 but not concerned about when St. Patrick's Day was celebrated or whether I had corned beef and cabbage. Since I covered St. Patrick's Day foods last week and I'll be covering Easter foods on the 3/17th memo, this is a no-theme one. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2074 - September 8, 2008
There's good news if you grew up eating iceberg lettuce and love its crunch but worry about its less-than-stellar nutritional numbers. USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) plant breeders in Salinas, California, have developed an experimental technique to boost iceberg's nutritional value. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2049 - March 17, 2008
Cooking vegetables boosts levels of some antioxidants, according to new Italian research in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. The latest in a series of studies overturns the conventional wisdom about the nutritional superiority of raw produce. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2075 - September 16, 2008
When the pressure's on to feed your family, USA.gov's American Recipe list in the "Health and Nutrition" section is a great resource. Serve your kids Mrs. Truman's Mac and Cheese or a recipe from another famous American. Or find recipes for fresh vegetables, heart healthy recipes, soy cookbooks, thrift meal ideas and even regional recipes. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2050 - March 24, 2008
People who have high levels of "emotional vitality" and are able to effectively manage their emotions, are less likely to develop coronary heart disease, according to a study in the December 4 issue of the Archives of General Psychiatry. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2076 - September 22, 2008
According to a study of 125,000 health professionals, after accounting for smoking, diet and other factors, researchers found that people who drank coffee, regular or decaf, were slightly less likely to die over the course of two decades, mainly because of fewer deaths from heart disease. Coffee has been blamed for everything from hypertension to pancreatic cancer, but in nearly ever instance research has found it not guilty. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2051 - March 31, 2008
I chuckle to myself every time I watch the Progresso Soup commercial on TV because you can also lose weight on a hearty homemade soup diet. It's a good way to control weight and makes an adequate meal when you add a green salad and some kind of fruit for dessert. ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2077 - September 29, 2008
If you are really concerned about higher food prices learn to cook! Those of us who do enjoy cooking are eating a lot better for less money than those who do not. Food is never going to be as cheap as it once was so invest in an all-purpose cookbook and start cooking! ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2052 - April 7, 2008
Consuming too many high glycemic index (GI) foods, sometimes known as “bad carbs” may play a role in developing cataracts. However, according to a 10-year study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in November, it is not yet determined that avoiding these carbs will actually prevent cataracts. ( view | pdf ) |
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Memo No. 2053 - April 14, 2008
Coconut oil is not good for you, no matter what manufacturers say. It's true that coconut oil, like all oils, contains several different types of fat, including certain "medium-chain" fatty acids that are promoted as being heart-healthy and easy to digest. But studies have found that those fatty acids in fact increase LDL (bad) cholesterol levels, just as saturated fats do. ( view | pdf ) |
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Memo No. 2054 - April 21, 2008
Want to live longer? A new study shows just how powerful four simple healthy habits can be in warding off the "Grim Reaper." People adhering to all four had only about one-quarter the risk of dying of those who didn't adopt any of the healthy lifestyle practices, adding the equivalent of 14 years to their lives. ( view | pdf ) |
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Memo No. 2055 - April 28, 2008
Cinco de Mayo on May 5th commemorates the victory of the Mexican militia over the French army in The Battle of Puebla in 1862. Although Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday, it’s celebrated in the U.S., especially where there’s a significant Mexican population. It is not, as many people think, Mexico’s Independence Day, which is celebrated on September 16th. ( view | pdf ) |
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Memo No. 2056 - May 5, 2008
I used my outdoor grill for the first time Sunday. Although a lot of people cook year-round, I'm not one of them. I had no desire for cookout food during the winter that we experienced this year but when the temperature is on the rise, lead me to the grill! And that brings me to a brand new cookbook released in April, BBQ Bash by the "barbecue queens," Karen Adler and Judith Fertig. ( view | pdf ) |
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Memo No. 2057 - May 12, 2008
Although I'm not a vegetarian, I do like the taste of grilled vegetables now through fall. That's why I'm excited about The New Vegetarian Grill by Andrea Chesman. Published by Harvard Common Press, this classic James Beard Award-nominated cookbook is now updated for its 10th anniversary edition with an additional 50 meat-free recipes. ( view | pdf ) |
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Memo No. 2058 - May 19, 2008
Don't wash reusable polycarbonate drinking bottles with very hot water or store hot beverages in them, since that can greatly increase the release of bisphonel A (BPA) into liquid subsequently stored in them. According to a recent study at the University of Cincinnati. BPA is a hormone-like chemical that has been linked to health problems in animal research. ( view | pdf ) |
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Memo No. 2059 - May 26, 2008
It is graduation party time and many of you are looking for foods to serve. My days of planning graduation open houses are long gone but it doesn't stop me from remembering how much fun it was. Our kids went so far as to call them "Mom's graduation party." I'm too far away to help with grandchildren's parties (there are 2 this year) but hopefully this week's recipe for Cucumber Dip will find a place at your table. ( view | pdf ) |
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Memo No. 2060 - June 2, 2008
Studies have consistently linked nuts to a markedly reduced risk of heart disease, largely because they have a favorite effect on blood cholesterol. According to a review of studies in the Journal of Nutrition in 2005, eating about 2 to 3 ounces of nuts most days of the week, in particular almonds, pecans, peanuts and walnuts, may significantly lower total and LDL (bad) cholesterol. In some cases nuts have been shown to increase HDL (good) cholesterol. ( view | pdf ) |
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Memo No. 2061 - June 9, 2008
Turn me loose in a Barnes and Noble and I'll buy books, cookbooks included! The Barnes and Noble on 5th Avenue in New York has to be my favorite B&N. They have moved to a bigger property on 5th Avenue since my last visit in 2006. I could have stayed there all day, but that might not have been a good idea. In a little over an hour, I purchased 3 cookbooks and another book called "Cat Flaps and Mousetraps, The Origins of Objects in our Daily Lives" by Harry Oliver. ( view | pdf ) |
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Memo No. 2062 - June 16, 2008
A meal isn't a meal without salad but even more welcoming during the summer months. Say hello to Strawberry-Mango Mesclun Salad and Gazpacho Salad. Both got a "thumbs up" from Bryan Chief tasters recently. ( view | pdf ) |
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Memo No. 2063 - June 23, 2008
The summer grilling season has arrived. It can be a healthy experience says dietitians Heather Bainbridge, RD, and Janet Feinstein, RD, of the Cornell Comprehensive Weight Control Program. To protect your waistline and prevent food-borne illnesses, here are their recommendations. ( view | pdf ) |
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Memo No. 2064 - June 30, 2008
Do you like to celebrate all the holidays like I do? From Memorial Day to Labor Day, I'm a red white and blue person with decorations, inside and out. I did even more when we were a family of 6 but this time of year, even my morning coffee is in a patriotic-looking mug. ( view | pdf ) |
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| Memo No. 1996 - March 12, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2016 - July 30, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 1997 - March 19, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2017 - August 6, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 1998 - March 26, 2007 ( view ) |
Memo No. 2019 - August 20, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 1999 - April 2, 2007 ( view ) |
Memo No. 2020 - August 27, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2000 - April 9, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2022 - Septeber 10, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2001 - April 16, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2023 - Septeber 17, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2002 - April 23, 2007 ( view ) |
Memo No. 2024 - Septeber 24, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2003 - April 30, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2025 - October 1, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2005 - May 14, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2026 - October 8, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2006 - May 21, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2027 - October 15, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2007 - May 28, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2028 - October 22, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2008 - Jun 4, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2032 - November 19, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2009 - Jun 11, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2033 - November 26, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2010 - Jun 18, 2007 ( view) |
Memo No. 2034 - December 3, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2011 - Jun 25, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2035 - December 10, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2012 - July 2, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2036 - December 17, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2013 - July 9, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2037 - December 24, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
| Memo No. 2014 - July 16, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
Memo No. 2038 - December 31, 2007 ( view | pdf ) |
