Yams: Debunking the Sweet Potato Myth...

In America, “yam” is another word for “sweet potato.” While many use the names interchangeably, yams and sweet potatoes are two different vegetables. Most of the time what we are eating are actually sweet potatoes unless they have been imported from another country such as those in Africa. Then it may truly be a yam. On the off chance that one of the farmer’s in your area has decided to grow a true yam, then you...

Tomato: Fruit or Veggie – It Doesn’t Matte...

The tomato is a popular vegetable. Even though, technically it is a fruit because of the seeds, it has been officially classified as a vegetable to avoid confusion with import duties on those coming from other countries. So, whether you’re on the fruit or vegetable side of the fence, one thing remains the same; for those who love tomatoes, it doesn’t matter how you classify it. Instead, the only thing of importance is...

Potato...

Potatoes were introduced to us by our Mayan brothers about 300 years ago. They were grown for food among other uses. Potatoes are full of starch and carbohydrates to fuel a hard day in the field as it was with the early days of this country. The Various Types of Potatoes There is more than one type of potato. We have white potatoes, Russet potatoes, red-skinned potatoes, yellow potatoes, and even blue potatoes. Potatoes...

Bacon and Onion Topped Rib Roast...

What You Need: 1 (4 to 5 lb.) bone in rib roast 1 garlic clove, minced 1 t salt 1/2 t pepper 1 onion, sliced 8 strips of bacon How to Make It: Set the oven temperature to 325 degrees and allow the oven to preheat. Lay the roast, fat side up, on a rack placed into a shallow baking dish. Rub the roast with garlic on all sides. Sprinkle the salt and pepper over the entire roast. This is a preview of Bacon and Onion...

Miso Sauce with Almonds...

(Makes about 1 ½ cups) Ingredients: ¾ cup boiling water 5 tbsp almond butter 4 tbsp miso Method: Combine almond butter and miso in medium bowl. Add half of the boiling water and – using a spoon – mash the mixture until it resembles a paste. Add the rest of the boiling water and blend thoroughly. Pour over steamed vegetables and tofu or add to hot whole-wheat noodles. Social...