The USDA Chooses To Approve Genetically Modified Apples Written by Gayle These are gorgeous organic apples from Lassen’s! Last week the USDA approved a new Genetically Modified Apple to be grown and sold without further oversight.  They did not assess the potential consequences of human consumption.  They also did not require that the apples be

Greens are Not Just for Salad! Written by Gayle I am not a fan of bitter greens.  I think I have particularly acute taste buds, so I usually pick them out of my salads in restaurants.  But I do like the nutritional profile of greens, even the bitter ones.  Kale, collards, chard, dandelion–all are high

Mandalas with a Local Flair Written by Gayle What is a mandala, you may ask?  It comes from Buddhist and Hindu traditions and is a geometric figure that symbolizes the universe.  In addition, the figures are also used to represent virtues such as perfection, unity, completeness, balance, or eternity.  With its circle shape, it evokes

Heart-heathy and Anti-oxidant Rich! Written by Gayle Beets are one of those root vegetables that are absolutely packed with nutrition.  Low in calories, fat, and zero cholesterol.  B-3, B-5, B-6, iron, manganese, iron, copper, magnesium, potassium–all argue for including beets in your healthy lifestyle.  They have a terrific smooth taste on their own, but added

That Bears Repeating: Organic Matters! Written by Gayle There has been a lot of discussion about GMOs, Organic, Natural, Simple, Pure, and all of the other words surrounding food.  It can be pretty confusing and a bit frustrating.   One of the biggest factors pushing the frustration is that the FDA has declined to set

Tender Zucchini Without Any Heat! Written by Gayle Zucchini–Italian Squash–can be a little tricky.  It is so easy to overcook it no matter what method is used.  Steaming, stir-frying–all too often I end up with mush.  But I found a great way to soften the squash without the heat.  And for those who are eating