With food prices on the rise and not much relief in sight, these six tips will help you get the most out of the food you buy.
Borschuka: Eggs Poached in Borscht, Inspired by Shakshuka
If you love borscht and you love shakshuka, try borschuka: eggs poached in red borscht. Make scrappy beet kvass while you prep. No waste!
8-Week Challenge: Plant Natives to Halt the Biodiversity Crisis
Want to do something about the climate crisis and biodiversity crisis? Follow this 8-week challenge to get native plants into your yard.
How to BYO Containers for Takeout or Groceries
Takeout orders increased 78 percent during Covid. Take BYO containers to businesses that accept them to make a dent in single-use waste.
The Secret to the Ultimate Creamy Hummus: Chana Dal
For creamy hummus, spend a frustrating half-hour peeling individual chickpeas or simply make your hummus with chana dal.
12 Simple Ways to Celebrate Earth Day Every Day
Take one or more of these simple 12 actions this Earth Day—and every day! As you help heal the planet, you will benefit personally.
How to Buy Less and Buy Better with the Less But Better Method
Quitting shopping cold turkey may not be realistic. So buy less but better! Excerpt from Tara McKenna’s new book, Don’t Be Trashy.
Besan Chilla: Easy 5 Ingredient Savory Gram Flour Pancakes
Besan chilla—savory Indian pancakes made with gram flour—are a rich delicious vehicle for using up vegetables on hand and reducing food waste.
How to Compost Food Scraps With or Without a Yard
Ideally we would eat all the food we buy but wasted food happens. Wasted food and food scraps belong in a compost bin, indoors our out.