To Salt or Not to Salt Cooking recommendations vary regarding the addition of salt when pre-soaking beans before cooking. A state-wide team from Colorado State University Extension tested a new 12-24 hour salted water pre-soak method using electric pressure cookers at a variety of locations and elevations and found the […]
Foods and Beverages
Enjoying Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti squash has a hearty, noodle-like texture that helps hold sauces traditionally served with pasta. Not only is this squash is a delicious, low-carb, gluten-free pasta substitute, but it also can be used in lots of other dishes—from soups and casseroles to fritters and pad Thai! Selecting Spaghetti Squash Look for […]
How to Prepare, Store, and Enjoy Beans and Other Pulses
Beans and pulses are delicious, nutritious, and affordable. Domesticated 8,000-10,000 years ago in the Americas, these staple foods star in many traditional recipes from around the globe. They are associated with numerous health benefits, such as gut health, a reduced risk for chronic disease, and weight maintenance. Follow the tips […]