Here is my version of the traditional basil pesto. I call it poor man’s pesto because pine nuts are so expensive! The pine nuts can be around $16+ a pound?!? Yikes! So I usually use walnuts in place of the pine nuts. Some day I may try substituting the walnuts for pecans or almonds for…
Archives for October 2013
My Vote on the I-522 GMO Food Labeling Initiative in Washington and Why
I live in Washington State, and soon we will have the opportunity for vote for a potentially historic initiative: I-522. If this initiative passes, foods in Washington state will have to indicate if they contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Washington could be paving the way for other states to pass similar laws, so even if…
Crock-pot Chicken & Dumplings
Crock-pot Chicken & Dumplings Comfort food. Soups. Chicken and Dumplings. Yum! It’s been awhile since I have made chicken and dumplings. And you know what? It really doesn’t take that much longer to prepare than a traditional crock-pot soup. I really should do it more often. I know my family would be happy if I…
Costco Natural and Organic Grocery Price List #4 Updated
Greetings all! I just updated the Costco Natural and Organic Grocery Price List today. The dates these prices were taken were 10/10/13 and 10/16/13 in Snohomish County area of Washington, just North of Seattle. It takes me a few trips to get the prices because there are so many groceries. Go to this page to…
Easy Homemade Ranch Dressing, Dairy-Free, Vegan
Easy Homemade Ranch Dressing, Dairy-free Ranch dressing is an American staple. For some families, it’s the only way they can get their kids to eat a few veggies. Here is a raw vegan version of ranch dressing that is tasty, super easy to make and comes together really fast, especially with a bit of thinking…