Vegetarian Times articles from January 2006

Vegetarian Times archives from January 2006

A word to live by for 2006.(staples: EDITOR'S NOTE)
January 1, 2006... When I last wrote to you, Hurricane Katrina had just finished ravaging the Gulf Coast--and we had just cooked up a way to do something besides send money. For those who didn't see our plan, here's an excerpt from that Editor's Note, which was...

Healthy answers to your health questions: do you really need a multi?(Advertisement)
January 1, 2006... It seems like every time you turn around, headlines are announcing the latest findings from one research group or another about how a certain supplement is or isn't giving us the benefits that we thought they were. Experts have...

Question of the month: what's your favorite comfort food when you're sick?(staples: COMMUNITY)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... COZY & CREAMY That's easy! All the same comfort food I craved as a little girl. Cinnamon toast, cream of wheat with brown sugar, rice pudding, tapioca and, when I'm feeling a little better, grilled cheese. Mmm! Why, I think I feel a cold...

This just in: need-to-know news about your health diet, mind, body and the world you live in.(health: NEWS)
January 1, 2006... Cancer to Go A chemical used in making Teflon, Scotchguard and StainMaster products but also found in carry-out paper and cardboard food cartons (to help repel grease) is "likely to be carcinogenic to humans," according to a draft report issued...

Goods: veg-friendly, planet-conscious.(health: SHOP)
January 1, 2006... BANISH WINTER WOES Whatever your winter skin worries, Badger has a healing rub-on for you. Winter Wonder Balm soothes sinuses; Sore Muscle Rub eases aches after shoveling snow. The Cuticle Care and Lip & Body Balms are just right for...

The good guys.(health: SHOP)
January 1, 2006... Many of the companies that we write about routinely give back to the planet. We're highlighting a few each month. Charitable Charms There's nothing snobby about Snooty Jewelry (or their fun fruit bracelet, above). It's just free of...

Versatile hemp.(health: SHOP)
January 1, 2006... Hemp is showing up in more and more products lately, and for good reason--it's all natural, super useful and, yes, legal (see p. 23). Eco Towels These sturdy hemp tea towels are surprisingly soft and stylish. Available in custom...

Troubleshoot your New Year's resolutions.(ASK THE DOC)
January 1, 2006... Q: I've made resolutions before to get healthy--and then I lose my resolve. How can I break this cycle and finally meet my goals? A: We've all been there--making resolutions that just don't stick. Maybe last year you resolved to clean up...

chili with a twist: a veggie favorite gets a four-way makeover.(quick: 1 POT)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Kick up your chili repertoire with these new takes on the Texas favorite. The low-and-slow cooking method used to make chili lends itself to more than just tomatoes and beans: It's also perfect for melding Asian sauces with protein-packed...

Stovetop slow.(quick: 1 POT)(Chinese Black Bean Chili)
January 1, 2006... These recipes were designed to make cooking chili incredibly easy--even if you don't have a slow cooker. For stovetop prep, all of the ingredients go into the pot at once, then everything simmers for about 2 hours, if you need to put dinner on...

Tofu for tofu phobes: protein-packed pasta that's a hit with picky eaters.(quick: KIDS)
January 1, 2006... Tofu can still be a tough sell for some adults, much less for kids, who aren't likely to be swayed by arguments of how high tofu is in protein, calcium, iron and B vitamins. The small set worries about texture and taste. So, we resorted to the...

Skinny sandwiches: a balanced meal you can eat with one hand.(quick: VEGLITE)
January 1, 2006... Here's the skinny on hot sandwiches: There's more to life than grilled cheese. Though that's certainly not a bad beginning, the fat count can be a concern. For a healthy but still cheese-rich change of pace, try combining lightly sauteed...

No-meat loaves: these veg-friendly recipes are just as comforting as their traditional namesakes.(quick : 5 INGREDIENTS)
January 1, 2006... Retro-cooking has been hot stuff for a while now, with meatloaf (of all things!) becoming a cold-weather staple even at high-end restaurants. As chic chefs compete to come up with ever-more-inventive versions, vegetarians are doing the same....

Deep roots: a good cellar can keep memories fresh too.(life : EXHALE)
January 1, 2006... A wooden door and 125 years separate the new basement of our remodeled farmhouse from the original root cellar under the kitchen. I visit the cellar occasionally, stepping back in time and landing on a hard-packed dirt floor that releases...

Carrot & stick: who walks the walk, who's nothing but talk.(life : VALUES)
January 1, 2006... CARROT TO The Safeway grocery chain for its September 2005 decision to power its corporate headquarters in California, its 270 US fuel stations and its 15 San Francisco stores with wind energy. By buying 78 million kilowatt hours from wind...

Pack and go.(products for travelers)
January 1, 2006... Whether you're a weekend wanderer or a frequent flier, there are certain things you shouldn't leave home without, including chocolate--the darker, the better (for its antioxidant power)! Here's the rest of our list. Wondervase Your hotel...

Alert: is the US military the best hope for some endangered species? Maybe.(life: PROTEST)
January 1, 2006... The red-cockaded woodpecker, endangered since 1970, may have a new best friend: the US military. The Pentagon is eager for you to believe it, and the claim--so far as it goes--has merit. The North Carolina Sandhills, home to the Army's Fort...

A lucky start: eating for health, wealth and prosperity in the New Year.(cuisine: VEGAN GOURMET)
January 1, 2006... Need a visit from Lady Luck this year? Start 2006 with a fortune-filled meal. People all over the world welcome the New Year with foods thought to bring health, wealth and prosperity. As the clock strikes midnight in Japan, long soba noodles...

Ladle and loaf: simple, satisfying soups and breads for casual crowds.(cuisine: EASY ENTERTAINING)
January 1, 2006... shop (1) From Stovetop to Table Perfect for cooking winter soups and stews, this earthenware pot from Le Flambadou is so eautiful, it deserves to be on the table. $78 323.668.0102; lacfi.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] (2) A...

Diner de-lites: one order no-guilt comfort food, comin' up!
January 1, 2006... Think those New Year's diet resolutions mean you can't indulge in your favorite comfort foods--you know, diner-style specials like mac-cheese or frosted layer cake? Think again. The lightened-up versions on these pages have all the lusciousness...

1 food 5 ways: lemons: pucker up to sun-kissed flavor.
January 1, 2006... As most of us make temporary peace with winter's short days, cold nights and iced-over gardens, there's one crop that's still going strong in sunny California and southern Florida: lemons. And there's no time of year that the flavor of these...

Go for the green: buying beer? sneakers? a car? the most eco-conscious companies aren't always the most obvious.(Interview)
January 1, 2006... It isn't easy being green. No fewer than 137 eco-labels appear on consumer products these days, reports Consumers Union, and that's not counting stickers such as "sweatshop-free." This explosion of claims comes from companies eager to meet the...

Info Center.(Reader Resources)(Correction Notice)
January 1, 2006... In the November/December issue, Vegetarian Times listed the incorrect contact information for Eden Foods. We regret any confusion this may have caused. FOOD/BEVERAGES 1. Eden Foods The Eden brand means: no chemical additives, food...

Repeat after me.(fridge NOTES)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... I won't eat anything that has intelligent life, but I'd gladly eat a network executive or a politician. --Comedian Marty Feldman

Ward off a chill.(fridge NOTES)(lemon and ginger-infused honey)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... LEMON AND GINGER-INFUSED HONEY Makes about 2 cups Our recipe tester grew up on this sweet-tart, tummy-warming concoction, which has a bit of heat from the ginger. She drank it on cold winter afternoons and at any hint of a cold....

Oil pick.(fridge NOTES)(cooking oils)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Think you can use cooking oils interchangeably? Not so! Some have a low "smoke point," meaning they burn up faster than others--and can scorch your food. Check out this handy chart to see which oils are best for sauteing, making sauces, baking...

Fab 5.(fridge NOTES)
January 1, 2006... Can't decide which recipes to begin cooking from this issue? Start here. Though we never print a recipe we don't think is terrific, there are always a few stand-outs. These were our absolute favorites this month. * French Onion Soup, p. 72...