Earth Eats: Real Food, Green Living
We visit Jeff Mease's farm in Indiana to meet his herd of water buffalo. Then we use potatoes, rutabagas and bison meat in three hearty, winter dishes.
Stephanie Solomon is back to update us on the greens growing in the hoop house. Then in the kitchen, Chef Daniel Orr makes dishes using sunchokes and spinach.
Rob Green talks about the curious case of Colony Collapse Disorder. Then, two dishes with ingredients purchased from the Bloomington Winter Farmers Market.
Three recipes using root veggies like celery root and the tastiest veggie burger ever. Two farmers talk humanely raised livestock, and local beer goes big time.
Eating black eyed peas on New Year's Day is thought to bring luck. And since this is a very healthy dish, you will also be guilt-free at the start of 2012.
For those of you too busy too cook (and with extra income,) healthy food boxes are here to the rescue!
Organic milk is growing in popularity, but that may not be the reason why consumers are having a hard time getting their hands on a carton.
This recipe combines the rutabagas with potatoes for a twist on your traditional mashed potato recipe.
Sometimes limited ingredients are the key to making great dishes on the fly. I invented this one as I was cleaning out my fridge and pantry.
Beef Products, Inc. discovered injecting waste meat with ammonia killed dangerous germs, making it safe to eat. That made it an economical option for fast food.
High-risk food producers are only tested for listeria every four years. When the FSIS realized they were changing production practices, they were not happy.
In addition to the three marquee ingredients, coffee adds some zing to this chili.
We're using beef brisket in the stew, a tough cut of meat, because we're going to be cooking it for hours.
China is no stranger to food controversy, leaving some consumers wondering if they can trust Chinese foods labeled as "organic."
Sunchokes, potatoes and apples make this soup a unique addition to any menu.
A new study has looked at children's diets as a means of treating ADHD. Can avoiding junk food really affect hyperactivity?
This dish is an excellent topping for game, fish or vegetarian dishes.
Sauce recipes are a guarded secret among Italian chefs but since I'm only Italian by marriage, I'll share my technique with you.
Cutting 249 USDA offices -- half of which are small, local offices -- will only impact their annual spending by one percent.
The EPA found that GM corn from Monsanto might be losing effectiveness in battling rootworm.
A new study has found RNA in the livers of people who ate rice. What does that mean for GMO giants like Monsanto?
Cooking your beans so they can be frozen is a great way of ensuring cheap and easy access to BPA-free beans.
Untreated water and outdated machines contributed to a listeria outbreak that killed 30 people in September.
In spite of frigid winter temperatures, kale, collard greens, bok choy and salad greens are growing inside the hoop house at the Butler Park Community Garden.
In its simplest form, the spinach is wonderful as a warm salad, or you can serve it as a bed for smoked trout, roast beef or sliced veal.
This year I plan on spending more time in the kitchen, and what better start to 2012 than making a hearty soup to warm yourself this winter.
One-third of the world's food goes to waste. However, one single country or practice isn't to blame.
This vegetarian soup is hearty enough to eat as a meal. Use water instead of stock and it's also vegan-friendly!
If you hate overcooked Brussels sprouts, this raw salad might change your mind.
In Italy, they treat broccoli more as the star of the show, just as in this dish.
What does it mean when a cook known for her generosity with butter announces she has been living with type 2 diabetes for three years?
Federal regulations coming next year will require many restaurant chains to list the number of calories in the food they serve.
Stop passing celery root by at the farmers market. This simple salad combines the root vegetable with the familiar flavor of apple.
A new social media platform wants consumers to call for labeling about GMOs.
Before you invest in chickens for your backyard farm, consider what you want to get from them: eggs or meat?
Cooking with winter citrus is a great way to teach your kids about new fruits while adding a fresh source of nutrients to your meals.
What does the split mean for those looking for an ethical cup of coffee?
American meat consumption has declined 12.2 percent since 2007. Both industry and food policy critics think they know why.
Salt and ketchup aren't just for fries anymore. Gourmet ketchup and artisan salts are a couple of items that are the future of food.
McDonald's reported an 11 percent increase in profits, and they're thanking the late-night eater and early riser.
First Lady Michelle Obama announced the first major changes to the national school lunch program in 15 years from an elementary school in Virginia.
Yukon Gold potatoes have become a darling of chefs and home cooks alike. Here are three dishes using boiled potatoes, all prepared at the same time.
Harvest Public Media’s Jessica Naudziunas visits with beef and dairy farmers to ask how today’s Scarlet A - antibiotics - fits into their healthy cow equation.
California-based Harrington Investments warned Monsanto they have significant lawsuits waiting to happen, but Monsanto rejected the study proposal.
Eating black eyed peas on New Year's Day is thought to bring luck. And since this is a very healthy dish, you will also be guilt-free at the start of 2012.
This recipe combines the rutabagas with potatoes for a twist on your traditional mashed potato recipe.
Sometimes limited ingredients are the key to making great dishes on the fly. I invented this one as I was cleaning out my fridge and pantry.
In addition to the three marquee ingredients, coffee adds some zing to this chili.
We're using beef brisket in the stew, a tough cut of meat, because we're going to be cooking it for hours.
Sunchokes, potatoes and apples make this soup a unique addition to any menu.
This dish is an excellent topping for game, fish or vegetarian dishes.
Sauce recipes are a guarded secret among Italian chefs but since I'm only Italian by marriage, I'll share my technique with you.
Cooking your beans so they can be frozen is a great way of ensuring cheap and easy access to BPA-free beans.
In its simplest form, the spinach is wonderful as a warm salad, or you can serve it as a bed for smoked trout, roast beef or sliced veal.
Stephanie Solomon is back to update us on the greens growing in the hoop house. Then in the kitchen, Chef Daniel Orr makes dishes using sunchokes and spinach.
This year I plan on spending more time in the kitchen, and what better start to 2012 than making a hearty soup to warm yourself this winter.
This vegetarian soup is hearty enough to eat as a meal. Use water instead of stock and it's also vegan-friendly!
If you hate overcooked Brussels sprouts, this raw salad might change your mind.
In Italy, they treat broccoli more as the star of the show, just as in this dish.
Stop passing celery root by at the farmers market. This simple salad combines the root vegetable with the familiar flavor of apple.
Cooking with winter citrus is a great way to teach your kids about new fruits while adding a fresh source of nutrients to your meals.
Yukon Gold potatoes have become a darling of chefs and home cooks alike. Here are three dishes using boiled potatoes, all prepared at the same time.
Yams are a powerhouse of nutrients. As compared to their distant cousin the potato, yams have a lower glycemic index, so they also help you stay fuller longer.
Don't be afraid of the "scary white stuff." Incorporate tofu into a recipe you already know and love.
Just because it's cold outside doesn't mean you can't indulge in a fruity cocktail of your liking.
Citrus fruits might remind us of warm temperatures, but they actually ripen in the wintertime. Enjoy a fresh grapefruit for breakfast during the cold months.
Cook this hot cereal the night before and simply reheat them in the morning. Couldn't be easier!
For those of you too busy too cook (and with extra income,) healthy food boxes are here to the rescue!
Organic milk is growing in popularity, but that may not be the reason why consumers are having a hard time getting their hands on a carton.
Beef Products, Inc. discovered injecting waste meat with ammonia killed dangerous germs, making it safe to eat. That made it an economical option for fast food.
High-risk food producers are only tested for listeria every four years. When the FSIS realized they were changing production practices, they were not happy.
China is no stranger to food controversy, leaving some consumers wondering if they can trust Chinese foods labeled as "organic."
A new study has looked at children's diets as a means of treating ADHD. Can avoiding junk food really affect hyperactivity?
Cutting 249 USDA offices -- half of which are small, local offices -- will only impact their annual spending by one percent.
The EPA found that GM corn from Monsanto might be losing effectiveness in battling rootworm.
A new study has found RNA in the livers of people who ate rice. What does that mean for GMO giants like Monsanto?
In back-to-back announcements, the FDA dropped all attempts to restrict two types of antibiotics used in livestock while imposing new restrictions on a third.
Untreated water and outdated machines contributed to a listeria outbreak that killed 30 people in September.
One-third of the world's food goes to waste. However, one single country or practice isn't to blame.
What does it mean when a cook known for her generosity with butter announces she has been living with type 2 diabetes for three years?
Federal regulations coming next year will require many restaurant chains to list the number of calories in the food they serve.
A new social media platform wants consumers to call for labeling about GMOs.
What does the split mean for those looking for an ethical cup of coffee?
American meat consumption has declined 12.2 percent since 2007. Both industry and food policy critics think they know why.
Salt and ketchup aren't just for fries anymore. Gourmet ketchup and artisan salts are a couple of items that are the future of food.
McDonald's reported an 11 percent increase in profits, and they're thanking the late-night eater and early riser.
First Lady Michelle Obama announced the first major changes to the national school lunch program in 15 years from an elementary school in Virginia.
Harvest Public Media’s Jessica Naudziunas visits with beef and dairy farmers to ask how today’s Scarlet A - antibiotics - fits into their healthy cow equation.
California-based Harrington Investments warned Monsanto they have significant lawsuits waiting to happen, but Monsanto rejected the study proposal.
So what if there haven't been any reports of fetuses in food? An Oklahoma state senator wants to make sure it never happens.
Critics and commentators have weighed in on the First Lady's new school lunch guidelines, and potato farmers are the only ones complaining.
Annie Corrigan is the producer of Earth Eats, and an announcer and producer at WFIU Public Radio. Learn more »
Daniel Orr is a professional chef, restaurateur, blogger, and author of a number of cookbooks. Learn more »
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