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Shanta’s Suki Bhaji Okra

September 8, 2020

Suki Bhaji Okra (North Indian Okra Stir Fry) Okra is native to West Africa and was brought to the United States by enslaved Africans. It became a popular soul food in the south. However, th [...]

Shanta’s Sambhar

July 7, 2020

Sambhar: South Indian daal (lentil soup) with vegetables by Shanta Nimbark Sacharoff The word dal (also spelled daal or dahl) means a soup-like preparation of split peas, beans, or len [...]

Healthy Drinks for the Holidays

December 17, 2019

Tired of having to face alcohol-laden holidays? Want to serve something festive, but without booze? These healthy drinks are great ch [...]

Shanta’s Refrigerator Pickles

August 15, 2019

Refrigerator Pickles with Cucumbers and other Vegetables By Shanta Nimbark Sacharoff (author of Cooking Together) Pickling vegetables, fruits and other food items has been an old traditio [...]

Shanta’s Gluten-Free Tabouli Salad

April 9, 2019

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Red-Hot and Heart-Healthy Brunch for Your Valentine

February 2, 2019

by Shanta Nimbark Sacharoff, author of Cooking Together Valentine’s Day is associated with flowers and chocolates filled with sugar and fat—certainly not a recipe for a healthy heart. Med [...]

Shanta’s Three Sisters Stuffed Squash Winter Recipe

December 6, 2018

Three Sisters Winter Stuffed Squash with Corn and Beans The traditional Native American diet included many seasonal plants, as our native ancestors understood the complex interrelationship b [...]

Bulk Up at Other Avenues

September 21, 2018

By Emily Huston, aka Bulk Mistress of Ye Olde Co-op To reduce your plastic footprint, start with your shopping basket. Shop in bulk and bring your own containers from home. Mother Earth wil [...]

Joy of Cooking Out With Vegetarian Grilling

September 20, 2018

By Shanta Nimbark Sacharoff The joy of cooking and sharing food outdoors is not to be reserved for carnivores only. Vegetaria [...]

Kids Can Cook For Father’s Day

June 13, 2018

Kids Can Cook For Father’s Day By Shanta Nimbark Sacharoff Author of Other Avenues Are Possible and Cooking Together Home cooking can be a powerful tool. When you prepare food [...]