SNAP Challenge: Shopping at Walgreens
By Kevin Winge Day one of my second annual SNAP Challenge is off to a good start. Knowing that some SNAP recipients have transportation issues, this year I’m shopping for
November 17, 2011
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SNAP Challenge: And so it begins…
By Ellen Klahn T-minus two and a half hours until the start of the SNAP Challenge. I’m currently enjoying my “Last Supper”: veggie burgers with cheese and lettuce on whole
November 16, 2011
SNAP Challenge: Setting the Table for the Next Week
By Kevin Winge Let’s get a few things about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) on the table right away. Yes, the fact that the word “supplemental” is in the
November 16, 2011
SNAP Challenge: T-minus 2 days
By Samantha Nelson And so the countdown beings. In less than two days the Open Arms of MN SNAP Challenge will begin. For one week’s time, a number of people,
November 15, 2011
Potluck Recipe #39: Linda Watson's Ready Up Rice & Lentils
Although I love huevos rancheros — a layering of black beans, salsa and eggs on a corn tortilla — I have to admit it had never occurred to me to
November 9, 2011
SNAP Challenge: Senator Franken Supports SNAP
Minnesota Senator Al Franken has signed a letter urging the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction not to cut anti-hunger programs. Senator Franken joins 15 other signers in specifically asking
November 8, 2011
Potluck Recipe #38: Carrots with Cranberries
This tasty side dish would be an excellent addition to your turkey day table. The combination of cider and cranberries gives the carrots a delicious zing, as well as a
November 8, 2011
SNAP: We Support Congressional Food Stamp Challenge
Open Arms’ congressional representative, Keith Ellison, and our former board member, Rev. Larry Snyder, are doing their parts to draw national attention to the increasing issue of food insecurity in
November 2, 2011
Potluck Recipe #37: Chili Con Bison AND BEANS
There are those who believe that chili con carne should not include beans — or if it does, that it should go by another name, such as stew. I heartily
November 1, 2011
Potluck Recipe #36: Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes
Yesterday Operations Director Kent Linder brought these pumpkin spice cupcakes to our Food Day celebration, a delicious reminder of the sweeter side of good food. Kent used real pumpkin in
October 25, 2011
Potluck Recipe #35: Kale Chips
In my book, kale is a superstar. It’s easy to grow, hardy and PACKED with nutrients — the British government even encouraged its citizens to grow kale during World War
October 18, 2011
Potluck Recipe #34: Southwestern Pumpkin Hummus
The combination of autumnal pumpkin with summery southwestern spice makes this week’s recipe perfect for the warm fall we’ve been having. Pick up some chips and host a potluck for
October 11, 2011
