Natural…local…unprocessed…it all sounds good, but what do these terms really mean?
Unlike the term organic, which is defined according to standards established by the USDA’s National Organic Program, words like natural, local, and unprocessed have no standard definitions. Continue reading “Natural, local, processed? What do these labels really mean?”
Serves 4
You’d never guess that this elegantly creamy soup is completely dairy-free! For a more substantial dish, add 3 or 4 peeled cooked shrimp to each bowl before serving. The hot soup will warm the shrimp without overcooking them.
2 shallots or 1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound very slender asparagus spears, tough ends discarded
2 14 ounce cans low sodium chicken stock, or 3 1/2 cups homemade stock
1 bay leaf
1 spring fresh thyme (or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme)
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
6 ounces (1/2 package) extra firm silken tofu Continue reading “Silken Asparagus Soup”
Anything strike you about this photo (from the February 2011 issue of Shape Magazine)?
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Serves 4
For the best flavor, serve salad at room temperature or slightly chilled. This makes a great salad for pot-lucks and picnics.
1 cup quinoa
1 1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon walnut oil
1/4 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
1/3 cup dried cranberries
Salt and pepper to taste
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