Bargains in the Bulk Food Bins
The Fairway market in Red Hook bills itself as the home of “the greatest selection of organic foods in Brooklyn.” I don’t know if that’s true, but I do know that if you’re not paying attention, you could miss the organic section’s star attraction: the bulk beans and grains. Push your cart past the granola and you’ll find 47 bins filled with all kinds of rice (jasmine, arborio, basmati, sweet, sushi, etc…), beans (kidney, pinto, navy, lima, lentil, etc…), oats, couscous, kasha and more. Continue reading Bargains in the Bulk Food Bins
By Diane Erwin on May 12, 2009 | 4
Thrifty Tasty Healthy – Summer Lentil Salad
When it comes to thrifty ingredients, lentils are generally at the top of the list. But other than lentil soup, most people don’t really know what to do with these little round legumes. I once had a lentil tacos at my friend Sarah’s house and it opened my eyes to the endless possibilities lentil cookery. These tacos were some of the best I’ve ever had. Shortly after that sudden culinary revelation, lentils became a more regular component of my diet. This lentil salad is a great way to get acquainted with lentils. It is also one of my favorite way to prepare this legume. It’s easy, healthy and satisfying. Continue reading Thrifty Tasty Healthy – Summer Lentil Salad
By Raissa Nebie on May 4, 2009 | 1
