When you make it yourself, nut milk is better for the planet and your wallet. ( Christine Anisko) Ditch the cartons Nut milk is rich, creamy, and endlessly versatile. When you make it yourself, it’s better for the planet and your wallet.... Homemade 07 Mar 2025 | 02:08
Green soup refresher The holidays are over, and if you’re like me, you’ve probably had your fill of rich foods and maybe one too many cocktails.... Homemade 03 Dec 2024 | 09:46
A pot of marinara next to a photo of Lorraine, who passed down the recipe to her daughter. ( Christine Anisko) Mama’s Marinara There is a special magic in food. It instantly connects us to visceral feelings of home. A bite of Grandma’s Eggplant Parmesan,... Homemade 06 Sep 2024 | 04:18
Learning a bit about Japanese flavors can open up a whole new world of tasty meal options. ( Photo by Christine Anisko) Light, bright sushi starter This edition’s recipe might appear a bit daunting, and I get it if you think such endeavors are better left to your go-to... Homemade 24 Jun 2024 | 01:34
Conscience-stirring kheer I am composing this recipe on a return flight from India where I’ve been on pilgrimage for two weeks. I am a Buddhist and... Homemade 02 Apr 2024 | 12:57
Winter elixir As we cuddle up indoors these chilly winter months, I want to share a little secret from my kitchen. It’s a twist on the... Homemade 07 Dec 2023 | 01:21
Cooking for your dog? Last year I brought my overanxious Border Collie to the vet for a teeth cleaning. He was 13 and had never had the nicest... Homemade 12 Sep 2023 | 03:25
Salmon + fennel = next level harvest bowl How wonderful it is to reap what we sow, quite literally, from our gardens. I am overjoyed to bring you a recipe using freshly... Homemade 19 Jun 2023 | 03:00
Stumbling upon the perfect sandwich bread For this year’s attempt to up my game in the kitchen, I tried my hand at homemade buckwheat noodles, Japanese style. Immediately,... Home 03 Apr 2023 | 12:10
Winter porridge hack Greetings Dirt readers. Have I mentioned how grateful I am to participate in this publication? I love passing along quirky... Homemade 12 Dec 2022 | 01:34
Stuff anything Fall is upon us, so of course all I can think of is gourds. Pumpkin, acorn and butternut squash, not to mention leftover... Homemade 13 Sep 2022 | 02:39
Summer vibes, tangy or sweet It doesn’t matter if you eat meat, prefer tofu or any of the vast variety of plant-based “meat” products on the market; barbecue... Homemade 28 Jun 2022 | 01:19
Air fryer veggie hash I love my air fryer. I love love love love it. I’m a latecomer to this bandwagon, but the idea of crispy, delicious diner-style... Homemade 09 Mar 2022 | 12:08
Deep winter wake-up call Cold weather after months of heavy holiday fare (combined with the current state of the pandemic) invokes, in me, a deep... Homemade 03 Dec 2021 | 02:05
Super-fast pasta dash Day to day reality for each of us has always varied dramatically. And now, as a result of the pandemic, many of us are still... Homemade 14 Sep 2021 | 12:54
