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DIY Microwave Popcorn

DIY Microwave Popcorn

Here’s a money saver: Stop buying those boxes of prepackaged microwave popcorn, and do it yourself, cheaper and healthier. All you need is a brown paper bag and some popping-corn kernels, which you can purchase cheaply in bulk. Self-proclaimed tinkerer Wardie discovered this a few months ago, and shares the details on his blog, Wardie’s World. He also figured out how to successfully salt air-popped popcorn without oil or butter!

Beet Delite

Beet Delite

In my town, there is a restaurant called East West Cafe, and it serves a dip called Beet Delite. It’s a sort of hummus made of beets, and it is delicious. The last time I ordered it, I told myself I’d try to make it, so I’ve been trying to identify the flavors. I think […]

Herbed Yogurt Cheese

“Full of flavor and low in calories” … yes please! Sara at The Herb Gardener has a simple, delicious-sounding recipe for herbed yogurt cheese. We’re getting some spring-like weather here in Northern California, and the chives in my herb garden are growing in a vibrant spring green. I’m going to make this! I just need […]