Choose your own asparagus adventure
Bethany Jean Clement shares a personal essay on preparing and enjoying locally grown asparagus. She chronicles family memories, seasonal tastings in Seattle, and a flexible butter braised recipe inspired by David Tanis. The piece emphasizes using fresh spring asparagus, minimal intervention, and customizable herb pairings.
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Fermented dairy fats may reduce heart disease risk
Studies in rabbits show fats in fermented milk block inflammation and may help prevent coronary artery disease. Goat and sheep dairy fats appear more anti inflammatory than cow dairy. CLA in ruminant milk links to lower heart disease risk, alongside lifestyle measures like stop smoking and blood sugar control.
Avocado Cheese and Herb Grilled Sandwich and Related Recipes
A collection of simple kitchen notes and recipes includes a buttered bread grilled cheese with avocado and arugula, a seafood cheese sauce over rice, an easy cannellini bean bake with spinach and mozzarella, and a herbed cheese fusilli with grape tomatoes. Each item presents straightforward steps, servings, and source credits from The Kitchn and Illinois Home Economics sources.
The French paradox and Mediterranean diet guidance
Phyllis J. Molnar discusses the French paradox, noting lower heart disease in high fat diets and the role of cheese and wine. She links Mediterranean eating to better bone health and offers cheese rich meal ideas and snack suggestions.
Mulberry venture blooms in Brentwood hillside farm
Habitera Farms founders Sadana and Godhwani turned 84 acres near Brentwood into a Himalayan mulberry operation. They planted 10 acres in 2020 and expanded to 84 acres, growing purple and white varieties. Harvest relies on shaking trees into nets, with staff and high school helpers guiding U pick visitors. The site markets at farmers markets and online via VeryMulberry.com and aims to boost mulberry farming in America.
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