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
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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
Potluck Recipe #33: Brazilian Baked Salmon
Here’s a zesty recipe from our new Latino menu. Simple and tasty, this salmon is a sure bet for your next potluck! Brazilian Baked Salmon (Serves 4) 4 salmon fillets1/2
September 27, 2011
September 24, 2011
We've Got Greens – Even After the Freeze
Last week’s freeze cut our hoped-for primary growing season short by a few weeks. Most of the heat-loving vegetables, such as tomatoes and peppers, have turned from green to black.
September 21, 2011
Potluck Recipe #32: Pasta with Butternut Squash and Sage
We had fledgling squashes growing in our garden, but they are frozen in their lilliputian state because of the recent frost — their leaves are black and the vines have
September 20, 2011
