Right now everyone is in pumpkin, squash and gourd mode, but let's not forget about one of fall's most amazing offerings: aromatic, sweet and juicy pears. Bosc, Bartlett, Comice, Seckel, Anjou–take your pick! In addition to pies, sauces and salads, pears are also a great way to avoid what I call Green Juice Boredom aka GJB, which is a syndrome caused by using the same ingredients for the ubiquitous morning elixir typically made with green apples.
Read MoreWhat is that tangle of green curlicued shoots? Before the bulbs mature, garlic plants produce flower stems know as garlic scapes. Farmers usually remove the scapes to direct the plants energy toward bigger bulbs, but rather than compost these cuttings, smart growers harvest the scapes while they are still young and tender so they can imbue chosen dishes with their sweet, mild garlic flavor.
Read MoreGOOD LIVING IS GLAM FOR ECO DIVA BEAUTY – If you spend time in the morning trying to color coordinate your outfit for the day, you should consider doing the same with your food. Packing your plate with a spectrum of vibrant hues is key to a robust diet, and understanding the health benefits associated with each shade is the best way to get started on this colorful journey.
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