For my second (and quite successful) baking adventure last weekend, I wanted to make something that was a spiced cake with some sort of frosting that was at least reminiscent of a cream cheese frosting. I was originally thinking along the carrot cake line, but when I got in the freezer to take out some pumpkin puree to make Pumpkin-Walnut bread for our annual work holiday party earlier this week,
When determining what type of cookies I wanted to make, I decided that they shouldn't all be chocolate based cookies. I get stuck in a rut at times, as most people love chocolate, so that always seems the way to go. This is weird because my favorite cookie has always been oatmeal raisin cookies - not a chocolate variety (though I am a fan). Not to mention, not everyone can have chocolate (sad!), a
I am really growing to like pumpkin. When I was looking at recipes for cookie ideas, I also had a local pumpkin roasting in the oven, so when I came across a few pumpkin cookie recipes, it seemed like a good thing to try.(A side note about pumpkins (and winter squash in general): I am glad they are so forgiving. I got this pumpkin from The Root Cellar a few weeks ago and just got around to roastin
Cruciferous Cauliflowers with anti-cancer properties ,blooms in 3 other colors(green,orange and purple) besides the common white color.Although it tastes slightly bitter than it common sibling(white cauliflower),its definitely a smart choice of eating a purple food in 5 a day diet.Ingredients4 cups Penne whole grain pasta(about 1/2 a pound)2 cups cauliflower florets(purple or white ,any kind ,b
A little over a week ago, in the early hours of Friday 14 November, one of the silo's at Port Ellen Maltings collapsed. After the first article provided by George Rhind and the pictures from Yvonne Anderson, today the story as it was published in this weeks Ileach newspaper:A grain silo at Port Ellen Maltings collapsed shortly before 6am on the morning of Friday, 14th November. The silo contained
Guest Post by A. HackA study published this week in the Journal of Nutritive Science suggests that high-carb diets rich in grains may be the secret to a long life.Professors Heimlich Manoeuvre and Claus Van Munchausen from the Institute of Nutritionally Nutritious Nutrition followed around 300 cases over 12 months to test their hypothesis that greater consumption of grain-based carbohydrates leads
I don't want to take anything away from this pizza since I haven't even told you about it yet, and it was actually really good - but I have a little bit of trouble with pizza toppings now that I no longer eat cheese. I haven't found any non-dairy "cheese" that I have really been sent by (and no, I've never had Teese, I've never seen it at the stores and don't really want to get in the habit of buy
Baking, admittedly, is one of my weaker cooking skills and something I have been trying to remedy. Now, I am not the biggest fan of baked goods, I enjoy them yes, but there is always too much, and I am truly satisfied with a simple piece of fresh fruit. However, I enjoy the act of baking, and since Brett and my co-workers happily eat the goods I make, I continue on trying.This weekend I made Lamin
As reported, by consuming whole grains, it may reduce the chances of getting diabetes or heart disease. A new findings was found that by taking whole grain, may lower the risk of getting periodontitis (A disease that attacks the gum and bone and around the teeth) and also gum disease.A normal diet that is good for health does also work for oral health. A study shows that 23% people who eat brown r
I have wanted to try pumpkin again for awhile, but I've been a little tentative. Both Brett and I hate pie - pumpkin pie especially. I do not like anything about pie crust - I just don't, and thankfully, Brett doesn't either. Pumpkin pie filling also isn't really my cup of tea - it is something about the texture of the filling. Anyways, with my love of all other winter squash, and the fact that I
I have been wanting to do more experimenting with whole grain pizza doughs for awhile. We've tried whole wheat pizza doughs and either the taste has been off or the texture has been fairly unpleasant. Not wanting to consume a bunch of white flour laden pizzas, I felt like I was in a rut. Courtney suggested spelt flour awhile back, and I noticed some whole grain spelt flour in the bulk bins at the
I had not heard of whole grains and their importance in the daily diet until recently. Ignorant me! I guiltily realized that brown colored bread and whole grain brown bread are not one and the same. Once I knew this, my eyes automatically started scanning for whole grain labels in the food stores. Yes, they are expensive. But they are healthy too. Again, to confuse me there was the Whole Grain Sta
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Dinosaur class was cancelled today. Our professor probably was busy searching Climbing the Horizon for fossils. PROFESSOR, WE DID NOT KILL THE DINOSAURS. Although, friend of CtheH Art McGregor may have. Yes, I just came up with “CtheH”. It will stick. Honestly, check out the link. Art went to a Death Cab show in Columbus last night, and [...]
"The things we now esteem fixed shall, one by one, detach themselves, like ripe fruit, from our experience, and fall . . . The soul looketh steadily forwards, creating a world before her, leaving worlds behind her."Ralph Waldo Emerson FRUIT & CHEESE...one of my favourite combinations or magical partners! This was the best way to introduce my kids to fruit when they were young. Worked like magi
Just posted a recipe for delicious whole grain pancakes on my recipe site. Oh man, I can't even type that without craving them. I still have a little bit of batter in the refrigerator. Maybe the rest of the family will have Green Chili and Bean Burritos tonight and I'll have more whole grain pancakes! LOL. I can't get enough of them!PS:Hey regular readers - if you just got here, this is my 3r
Earlier this week I had an intense craving for whole grain pancakes. While running errands or sitting at a kids football game it's all I could think of. Finally I just decided to give into the craving and make a batch. This particular recipe started out as a copycat version from a famous pancake restaurant (I believe...) that I went ahead and tweaked a bit to my own tastes, but if it did origin
Each Slice of this Whole Grain Bread is stuffed with nutrition. I have added grated vegetables and fruit puree, along with protein filled nuts and whole grains. The recipe has been modified from ”Zucchini and Walnut Bread” recipe by Den Tucker. I have done it with more grains and vegetables and reduced the number of eggs and [...]
The Los Angeles Times has an interesting feature on the late Hezbollah leader Imad Mughniyah and his rather mysterious death on Feb. 12 in Damascus. Mughniyah, of course, was one of the true pioneers in the use of terrorist tactics by radical Islamists against the West. Among the interesting details the report has is that, on the night his car blew up, incinerating him inside, Mughniyah was on his
What are the grains annoying! There should be no person who has not had to suffer minimally, at least, especially in puberty and adolescence. Fortunately, there are several Natural Remedies for grains that will have much effect to remove them. One of the best home remedies against the grain is the mask of lemon. You can very easily and confessional with elements that you'll always have in your hom
How to pop a pimple( grain) In 10 stepsThey want to learn how to pop a pimple(grain) in the way? Well, it's your chance.1. That should be your last! They need to know, jumped a grain(how to pop a pimple) can your acne, even worse than it already is. If a pop Whitehead, it can a crater sticky red. It might be more attractive and more painful that Whitehead.2. If the grain(how to pop a pimple) does
A Life against the Grain: The Autobiography of an Unconventional Economist (Paperback)By Julian Simon
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7- Grain French Toast with Maple Cinnamon Yogurt
Here’s a luscious version you can actually precook and freeze ahead of time—it will taste great reheated. In the morning, just thaw for 15 minutes and warm in the oven. Baking is a major calorie reducer over frying, and the seven-grain bread has fiber and is packed with vitamins. For a cozy fall touch, pour on the cinnamon-spiced maple syrup or
Few inventions throughout history have saved more people than genetically modified grain. More than a billion people would starve to death in a week if it were not for this discovery; there is simply no other way to provide for the needs of Earth’s inhabitants. In fact, anyone reading this editorial owes their life to genetically modified grain, without exaggeration.Genetically modified grain
Russia is going to nationalize grain exports. This announcement is the latest in a series of moves that appear to be a rush to Russia's former self. Moscow has been very busyShareThis
Dr. James Jakob Fehr says the Mennonite Church is an attempt to revive the original form of Jesuan community that began in Palestine... One intriguing approach to reading the Bible goes behind those doctrines like sin or divine grace that strike many of us as hackneyed and dreary and asks how specific concepts were actually intended and understood “back in the day”. You know, before the theol
Good Friday to you all! It's time for another Favorite Ingredients Friday recipe exchange! I can't wait to see what you all come up with!Upcoming Themed ScheduleAugust 1- Appetizers & Snacks Edition IIAugust 15- Salad Edition IIAugust 29- Kid Friendly FoodsSeptember 12- Breads EditionThe recipe I'm posting is another one that I found on the All Recipes website! We're a big fan of pancakes i
I am always on a lookout for healthier alternatives to everyday treats. So when I saw Manasi's announcement for Healthy Cooking - A Cookbook Giveaway Event, I decided to go right ahead and try a new recipe that I put together last week, while considering a healthier approach to Banana Bread. Now, Banana Bread is a great favourite in my home and we adore it warm with hazelnut-cinnamon coffee!! But
I am constantly on a search for fun, quick, on-the-go breakfast recipes. This week I tried making granola bars for the first time.Did you ever make something for the first time and then kick yourself because you had never made it before? Well, this is one of those recipes. It it so incredibly easy. No serious baking skills needed. It's just easy and plain good.And I get tired of muffins... have I
Barley is stated by historians to be the oldest of all cultivated grains. It seems to have been the principal bread plant among the ancient Hebrews, Greeks, and Romans. The Jews especially held the grain in high esteem, and sacred history usually uses it interchangeably with wheat, when speaking of the fruits of the Earth.Among the early Greeks and Romans, barley was almost the only food of the co
Ford has been a journalist for decades, working out of the Calgary Herald, and this book is her liberal feminist love story with Alberta. Like any love story, there are its ups and downs. Western alienation, provincial parks and global warming, or the rivalry between Edmonton and Calgary.What I loved: As a liberal feminist, it's just great to hear a voice from Alberta that's different from the ste
Westminster University has been having a clear-out of its Learning Resources Centre these past two weeks, and I've managed to pick up a number of good books including Applied Economics (highly recommended), a biography of Charles De Gaulle and two books on former Russian president Boris Yeltsin.I wanted to blog on his autobiography, Against The Grain. I should point out my copy is an early edition
So, most of us dieters know there has been a "bar craze" to accompany the "diet craze." There are so many bars at the supermarket to chose from, but not all of them are good for you or your diet (I've seen them go up to 400 calories which is way too much for such a small snack). So, when I look at bars, I look at the actual ingredients, the calories, the fat content, and the fiber content. I make
The arrogance of bureaucracy is astounding. For 17 years the FDA has not allowed packagers of brown rice to "claim" to be a whole-grain product.
The FDA has me scratching my head again. Last month they deemed brown rice to be whole grain. Um, who ever thought it wasn’t a whole-grain food?
From 1991 until [...]
If you are at risk of having a heart disease, you can reduce your chances of having one by having a diet that is rich in whole-grain oats, as whole-grain oats can help you lower your high cholesterol level. It is has been so many times that oats touted as a heart healthy diet. However , the study to back up the claims that oats can reduce heart disease by lowering the cholesterol level only being
Chicago -- A sharp gain in crude oil prices pushed grain trading Friday, pressuring demand for corn and soybeans on the Chicago Board of Trade.Corn was up 6 1/2 to up 7 3/4; soybeans were up 3 to up 8; wheat was up 25 1/2 to up 26 1/4; oats were off 4 1/2 to off 5.A weak dollar, a surge in oil and wet weather lifted corn Friday. Wheat gained, although beneficial rains are predicted for Australia's
AAM Concerned with CCC Inventories WASHINGTON - Larry Matlack, President of the American Agriculture Movement (AAM), has raised concerns over the issue of U.S. grain reserves after it was announced that the sale of 18.37 million bushels of wheat from USDA’s Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) Bill Emerson Humanitarian Trust. “According to the May 1, 2008 CCC inventory report there are o
The bag that in design to multipurpose to bring all the requirements for the woman when going the office, in for by having the zip-fastener, the pocket of the wheel, to keep the visiting card that like that. and all the zip-fasteners, closed strongly and safely with your thing. Could in the set with your will in pushed this bag also could. In for with the model that made you as the woman feel com
Shimla: 9.15 lac tonnes of food grains is targeted to be produced during the current Kharif season which includes a production target of 7.74 lac tonnes for maize and 1.19 lac tonnes for paddy. In addition to this, 6 thousand tones of oilseeds, 1.56 lac tonnes of potato and 6.84 lac tones of vegetables will [...]
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There's nothing that can keep me away from IHOP and its whole grain and nut pancakes, except an absolutely full stomach! Pancakes serve to be ideal breakfast in many american homes, and if you can make them healthier, there's nothing better! These healthy whole-grain blueberry pancakes were a perfect weekend brunch, and if you feed these to your kids, you won't feel guilty either! Loaded with the
Update: New photo above courtesy of the artist. Thanks, Gary!
With all the agate and other beautiful rocks we find on our island beaches, I bet Whidbey Island sand is just lovely. This article from Discover magazine makes me want to go out and buy a 3D microscope. The photographer's official site, with lots more photos, is here.
Sand from Whidbey Island.
Hold onto your bread knife and butter. There's a better grain in town.
Try: Organic sprouted 100% whole-grain flourless bread. It's made with fresh grains and legumes, such as wheat, barley, beans, spelt, and millet, that are first allowed to sprout instead of being ground into flour. Then the sprouts are formed into batches of dough and slowly baked.
Why it's healthy: Sprouted-grain bread ha
If you're currently blaming biofuels for the rise in food prices there's good news and bad news. First the good news. You're right. The bad news is you're mostly wrong. Over at the NY Times Roger Cohen points to the major culprits involved in higher food prices... Hundreds of millions of people have moved from poverty into the global economy over the past decade in Asia. They’re eating twice a day, instead of once, and propelling rapid urbanization. Their demand for food staples and once unthinkable luxuries like meat is pushing up prices. At the same time, the rising price of commodities over the past year has largely tracked the declining parity of the beleaguered dollar. Rice prices have shot up in dollar terms, far less against the euro. Countries like China are offloading depreciati
You know how much I love strawberry scones, right? Well, even thought I haven’t made them as often as I did last year, I still make them…or at least I intend to. On Sunday I fully intended to make scones using Dorie Greenspan’s recipe…but then I remembered all the pain au chocolat that I’ve been [...]
So, here you are, a well-to-do, trendy fashionista who absolutely needs that perfect accessory to match that slick red-and-gold Prada Croc Clutch handbag (which compliments your d’Orsay Croc pumps faaabulously) but you aren’t gauche enough to plaster your iPhone in a riotous clash of Swarovskis, and simple gold plating is so last week. Whatever [...]
We traveled over the weekend to visit my Great-Grandmother. She fell last week and broke her hip along with several vertebrae in her neck. Despite that hard fall, she is doing wonderful and is ever spunky and surprising! I have no doubt she will make it through rehab with flying colors, even at 97! We truly appreciate all the well wishes and kind thoughts we received through email and comments!!There is something therapeutic about making muffins. I made these muffins last weekend for our trip to see Grandma, and then again when we returned home for our "grab and go" breakfasts this week. Packed with nutritious whole grains, healthy proteins and fats, and just a touch of sweetness, these muffins are satisfying and delicious!I need a "photographic lighting" fairy to visit my kitchen! That
This 24ct gold Apple iPhone now comes with luxury red grain leather and other colours including ivory will be available soon.
This phone is said to cost around $1,800 and will be limited to just 250 pieces. So will you be of the lucky few to get your hands on this version?
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Goldstriker keeps pushing various luxury versions of Apple's handset. Lately we've spotted the gorgeous red grain leather version, made by their chief designer Stuart Hughes. Only 250 of these will be made, so it's wise to take your plac...
Want your Apple iPhone to look the Biz? Then take a look at Goldstriker’s range, they keep pushing various luxury enhanced Apple iPhones; that is as long as your bank account can stand the pace.
Here we see a Stuart Hughes designed beautiful red grain leather Apple iPhone version with 24ct gold trim and motif; with [...]
SHANGHAI — A spike in the price of rice and other food staples is triggering consumer panic, including food riots in Yemen and Morocco, and hoarding in Hong Kong.
Governments around the world have taken radical measures in recent weeks to control their countries’ supplies of rice. Egypt last week said it would ban all rice [...]
Venerable poet Reed Whittemore is the subject of an article by Bob Thompson in today's Post. For seven responses to the Maryland poet's third person memoir, click this.
"To see a world in a grain of sand" wrote William Blake, I think he knew a thing or two. Sand certainly takes on menacing form when the wind launches its savage attack.Tiny splinters of quartz are whipped in to a frenzy, slashing everything in their path. The process that takes place here has a fancy name - saltation, which basically describes how sand grains move either in the wind, or underwater.For plants and animals who live in the dunes, these battles are a way of life. It is the challenge they accepted when they colonised the sand.Where sea meets land, the forces of nature stage some of their most violent battles.Sand is the aftermath. It's been here since the sea began storming the coast and it combines the properties of its markers: fluid as the waves, resilient as rock.Magnified,
ADDIS ABABA(IRIN, March 20 2008) - The Ethiopian government’s decision to remove some taxes on grains is unlikely to have an immediate impact on rising food prices in rural areas, where most of the consumers are actually producers, an economist said.It may, however, ease the burden on the urban poor in several months’ time, if the government follows through on implementation."The fact that 85 percent of Ethiopians are living in rural areas means a reduction of value added tax and turnover tax will not have an impact on their lives," the Ethiopian economist, who declined to be named, said."The reduction will probably help the urban poor; [but] the change will not be that significant," he told IRIN in the capital, Addis Ababa. "It will take at least six months to see some changes in the
There is no argument that the kids’ furniture at 10 Grain are not only fun but simple and evokes a relaxing style to daily living. One look at the form of each piece of furniture and it’s meant to keep up with trends and fashion. Whether it’s a chair, stepper, table or child rocker, the [...]
LAWTON, N.D. — Whatever Dennis Miller decides to plant this year on his 2,760-acre farm, the world needs. Wheat prices have doubled in the last six months. Corn is on a tear. Barley, sunflower seeds, canola and soybeans are all up sharply.
“For once, there’s great reason to be optimistic,” Mr. Miller said.
But the prices that [...]
Le Samedi 29 Décembre 2007 voit une série de grains plus ou moins intense traverser le port de Pornichet ; le dernier en date est visible en arriere plan avec ce Cumulonimbus en formation qui aura donné pas mal de rafales de vent !La France vue sur le ciel- Photos de paysages et de phénomènes meteo
From Twenty Four Hours a Day, Jan. 6, "No act of kindness is ever too small to serve a good purpose. Oceans are made possible by little drops of water. Beaches are formed by tiny grains of sand. Slowly but surely, small efforts combine to help, encourage, and lead others to an ocean of success".Many times I have thought to myself- "why bother?" of "what's the point?"- especially if I assumed that my own efforts would be minute or ineffectual. Recently I read about the boy who was tossing beached starfish back into the sea. Someone passed by and laughed at him, saying "look at the thousands of starfish lying there. Do you think you can really make a difference in saving them? The little boy tossed in another one and said " Made a difference to that one!".I think that is the point here- Who
A hearty spaghetti pie recipe using whole grain pasta. Eating more fiber can help you feel fuller longer and assist in weight loss. A diet high in fiber may also help prevent colon cancer Adequate levels of fiber can also help against breast cancer, heart disease, digestive disorders, diabetes and obesity.The pasta used in this recipe is a sneaky way to get your family to eat more whole grains. In addition, the ground turkey is lower in fat than ground beef. You can also substitute the cheeses for lower fat counterparts without sacrificing too much flavor.Ingredients:4 ounces whole grain spaghetti noodles2 eggs1/2 cup Parmesan cheese1 T extra virgin olive oil1 12 oz. container cottage cheese8 ounces ground turkey1 cup sliced mushroomsone half small onion, dicedhalf small green pepper, chopped2 teaspoons diced garlic1 8 oz. can tomato sauce1 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoningsdash salt1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Preheat oven to 350. Cook whole grain spaghetti according to package directi
Textured tortillasI really like to make tortillas substituting a cup or so of whole wheat flour for white. The whole wheat adds a nice flavor change. I haven't been able to find whole wheat flour for a long time, but I've since been informed that Paiz is carrying it. I guess that I just gave up looking for it and didn't notice when they started selling it. That happens sometimes. I just forget about the things that I used to miss.I recently found this packaged "peeled" wheat at one of the import stores that seems to have a big selection of Middle Eastern food now. I bought it not having any idea of what I would do with it just because I really miss having whole grains. I had never heard of peeled wheat.Last Friday when I was making tortillas for my Tex-Mex guests, I wondered if I could make whole wheat flour by grinding these wheat berries. I ground them up in the coffee grinder leaving some of the pieces a little chunky. I've since decided that "peeled" wheat must be what white
China has been long known to come up with various ideas which people find amazing. But this aspect of making vegetation global warming full-proof has got to solicit some doubtful minds. Making grains ultra-violet system resistant does answer ½ of the global warming issue on crops but what about the edibility that they have when applying such “protectors” in the process?
This is not to take away the credit for effort made by Chinese scientists, but they have to show some supporting claims with regards to safety as well. Sure this is something that can help combat one problem, but it may lead to more serious ones if not proven to be effective.
Source: China uses high tech to prepare for global warming
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A great little site to find some hard to find stones and vintage beads is A Grain of Sand. They also have some pretty one of a kind vintage box clasps and not to forget the rather large inventory of vintage crystals and beads they have. Reasonably priced and everything is in nice shape. Oh, and the vintage stampings are nice too and not just for jewelry makers but they make great additions to mixed media projects. PS - They also have buttons, findings, lockets and tons of other stuff!! PPS - The brass stampings shown here can be found in the findings section under stamps.
www.dogflu.caResults of a new study find that eating whole grain cereals can reduce a person's risk of developing heart failure.It has long been known that eating cereal with whole grains could reduce one's blood pressure and risk of having a heart attack, but now according to U.S. researchers they can also reduce the risk of heart failure.For their study, Djousse and colleagues studied the breakfast habits of more than 21,000 male doctors with an average age of 53.7 years for nearly 20 years.They found that men who ate 1 bowl of whole grain cereal per day, had a 28% reduced risk of developing heart failure compared to men who did not."Eating half a cup to a cup of whole grain breakfast cereal may help lower your blood pressure. It may help lower your risk of diabetes and heart disease," said Dr. Luc Djousse of Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston."This study adds another piece to the puzzle. It may also lower your risk of heart failure," he added.Accord
New York, Aug 11 (IANS) Researchers in the US have found that eating one serving of whole grains every day might protect you from high blood pressure.
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I snack on pretzels pretty often but I'm not generally loyal to any brand. There are slight differences in quality but not much, so I'll usually just buy whichever one is on sale. That's how I came across Herr's Whole Grain Pretzel Sticks. I was a bit reluctant since I'm not a fan of Herr's potato chips but I'm glad I gave them a shot. These "multigrain pretzels with flax and honey" are actually unique in the world of pretzels. For some reason, I taste pumpernickel but the ingredients include everything but.....tons of different grains and poppy, sesame, and caraway seeds. Lon and I also noted that they use a good salt on the outside. If you're not worried about your sodium intake, try this healthy snack.
Exclusive VideoI thought I'd post this new video by Slim Thug called "Wood Grain Wheel" cuz it's so thugged out. It's from his new project Serve and Collect. Bangin'."Wood Grain Wheel" (click to view)
Knowledge of pet nutrition is increasing every year and not all experts agree with each other on how certain data should be interpreted. One group supports the ‘scientific assembly theory’ where a diet can be scientifically engineered. Composed of all required nutrients, coming from a range of different sources and on a mathematical level everything your dog needs is present. A second groups theorizes that Mother Nature will always beat science. This school of thought we can call the ‘natural or holistic theory’. Human grade ingredients are used and any meat-by products or artificial additives or preservatives are avoided.
A new holistic dry dog food was launched in July 2007 by the Wellness brand of Natural Food and Treats for Pets. This product is developed by followers of the second school of thought. Wellness CORE Dog is based on the raw feeding philosophy and the belief that “You are what you eat!”.
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"To see a world in a grain of sand" wrote William Blake, I think he knew a thing or two. Sand certainly takes on menacing form when the wind launches its savage attack.Tiny splinters of quartz are whipped in to a frenzy, slashing everything in their path. The process that takes place here has a fancy name - saltation, which basically describes how sand grains move either in the wind, or underwater.For plants and animals who live in the dunes, these battles are a way of life. It is the challenge they accepted when they colonised the sand.Where sea meets land, the forces of nature stage some of their most violent battles.Sand is the aftermath. It's been here since the sea began storming the coast and it combines the properties of its markers: fluid as the waves, resilient as rock.Magnified,
If ever there is a time of year to treat your family to a whole beef tenderloin, Christmas is it. Don't be intimidated by the size of the roast or the precise cooking times. A fillet of beef is easy to cook as long as you have a meat thermometer handy. Be sure to let the meat rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing to allow the juices and flavors to set. 1/4 cup whole-grain mustard 3 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil 1 Tbs dried savory, finely crumbled 1 Tbs dried thyme, finely crumbled 1 whole filet of beef (7 to 8 lb. untrimmed or 5 to 6 lb. trimmed) Vegetable oil for saut�ing Coarse salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 In a small bowl, mix together the mustard, olive oil, savory, and thyme.2 Trim the meat of all excess fat and silverskin. Cut the filet in half to make two equal pieces about 7 inches long. You�ll have one piece with the broad double-pieced butt portion and a thinner piece that tapers to a small tip. Tuck the tapered tip under and tie wit
