Earth Eats: Real Food, Green Living
In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, we present four vegan recipes. And, pollinators are the topic of new research and a volunteer project at the community orchard.
Why does the compost pile smell? How often do I turn it? How do I know it's garden-ready? This composting primer is handy for beginners and experts alike.
Two interviews: Gene Baur talks about farm animal rights, Didi Emmons cooks with "weeds." Two recipes: no-bake suet cake for birds, sautéed dandelion greens.
It's National Bike Month and American Craft Beer Week. Earth Eats celebrates with a look at a two-wheeled recycling operation and Hoosier homebrewing.
We're doing a lot of eating in today's podcast. In addition to grilling local meat, we're making drinks with fresh herbs and two recipes for rhubarb compote.
Not vegan? No problem. This quesadilla with tofu, spinach, pine nuts and pesto will satisfy you.
One grocer pulled Kashi cereals from his shelves after discovering the company wasn't completely transparent about what is -- or isn't -- natural.
We love these six ideas for recycling through gardening.
Volunteers for the Bloomington Community Orchard are working hard to attract pollinators by building honeybee hives, mason bee homes and bird houses.
Imbibe away at the 10th Annual Indiana Wine Fair in Story, Indiana, where Hoosiers show pride for their state and their wine.
It's never too early to start preserving flavors of the season! Use your favorite peppers harvested fresh from the garden in this recipe.
What's better than a warm, flavorful and nutritious pasta to fill you up and warm you up on a cool spring evening?
I usually stuff squash blossoms before battering and frying them. They are also good stuffed with fish or chicken and steamed for a lighter dish.
You can make it chunky for dipping, or cut everything much more finely and use as a sauce or side for shrimp, fish or chicken.
What have you always wanted to know about composting but didn't know who to ask? Two Master Composters are here with some answers.
Two months before a fois gras ban goes into effect in California, supporters and opponents are locked in a final battle over the law.
Farmers markets across the country will receive grants to expand their participation in SNAP, providing more opportunities for low-income consumers.
Earth Eats blogger Chef Clara Moore is a contestant on the Bravo's new cooking show "Around The World In 80 Plates."
Just because you rent, don't have a backyard or move every year doesn't mean you can't compost. Here are some creative ideas for making your own portable bin.
A random sampling of Diamond brands' pet food found Salmonella.
Why does the compost pile smell? How often do I turn it? How do I know it's garden-ready? This composting primer is handy for beginners and experts alike.
We’ll talk with our panelists about how they’ll make sure the bounty of this season's farm products make it onto your table.
Bill and Claire Wurtzel believe breakfast is not only the most important meal of the day, it's the most fun.
Every great BBQ dish starts with two things: local meat and a great marinade.
The Indiana Farm Bureau shows prices have increased 3 percent from last quarter and broken a record set in 2008.
Traditional Arts Indiana speaks with Hoosier homebrewers to hear their stories of malting mayhem, hoppy accidents and social gatherings called brew-ins.
Dandelion Village begins clearing, planting and construction on a new eco-minded cooperative.
Bloomingfoods says it is in the early stages of its proposal, but it hopes to buy a building near Fess Avenue and 2nd Street.
Denny's is the latest restaurant to announce it will stop buying from pork farmers who crate pregnant sows. Domino's Pizza has made the opposite announcement.
A new study suggests high-fructose corn syrup is bad for brains as well as the rest of our bodies.
We're celebrating strawberry season today with a fresh take on strawberry shortcake using homemade buttermilk biscuits and yogurt.
Is junk food really cheaper than healthy food? The USDA says it depends how you do the math.
Rosemary stems not only add a unique flavor to this dish, their sturdy stems serve as perfect skewers.
Vegetarians can enjoy the food at a cookout with these easy hobo potatoes.
Conditions at the Moon Fishery failed to meet minimum standards for legal export into the USA, says Department of Health.
Community members discuss ways to create a local food hub for restaurants and residents.
With farmers expected to put in more acres of corn than they have since the Great Depression, this fall’s harvest could be one for the record books.
Do your attitudes about food say anything about other aspects of your ethical life? That was the question posed by a new study.
California producer River Ranch has recalled bagged lettuces nationwide after listeria was found during a routine check.
Check out our mouth-watering recipe for BBQ duck with grilled peaches to help you do something a little different for the summer holidays.
Americans overwhelmingly support the idea that government and communities should work to make fresh, local produce more widely available.
Strawberries and rhubarb make a classic pairing of flavors in this simple springtime dessert.
Take the day off and celebrate summer with this vegan strawberry-rhubarb pie. Why not? You deserve it.
In an effort to reduce the state's additions to landfills, Massachusetts will become the first state to ban food waste from being thrown into the trash.
Add some local maple syrup, red onions and salt and pepper to your 6-7 ounce salmon fillet. Then get creative with additional seasonings!
Not vegan? No problem. This quesadilla with tofu, spinach, pine nuts and pesto will satisfy you.
It's never too early to start preserving flavors of the season! Use your favorite peppers harvested fresh from the garden in this recipe.
What's better than a warm, flavorful and nutritious pasta to fill you up and warm you up on a cool spring evening?
I usually stuff squash blossoms before battering and frying them. They are also good stuffed with fish or chicken and steamed for a lighter dish.
You can make it chunky for dipping, or cut everything much more finely and use as a sauce or side for shrimp, fish or chicken.
Every great BBQ dish starts with two things: local meat and a great marinade.
We're celebrating strawberry season today with a fresh take on strawberry shortcake using homemade buttermilk biscuits and yogurt.
Rosemary stems not only add a unique flavor to this dish, their sturdy stems serve as perfect skewers.
Vegetarians can enjoy the food at a cookout with these easy hobo potatoes.
Check out our mouth-watering recipe for BBQ duck with grilled peaches to help you do something a little different for the summer holidays.
Strawberries and rhubarb make a classic pairing of flavors in this simple springtime dessert.
Take the day off and celebrate summer with this vegan strawberry-rhubarb pie. Why not? You deserve it.
Add some local maple syrup, red onions and salt and pepper to your 6-7 ounce salmon fillet. Then get creative with additional seasonings!
One grocer pulled Kashi cereals from his shelves after discovering the company wasn't completely transparent about what is -- or isn't -- natural.
Two months before a fois gras ban goes into effect in California, supporters and opponents are locked in a final battle over the law.
Farmers markets across the country will receive grants to expand their participation in SNAP, providing more opportunities for low-income consumers.
A random sampling of Diamond brands' pet food found Salmonella.
We’ll talk with our panelists about how they’ll make sure the bounty of this season's farm products make it onto your table.
The Indiana Farm Bureau shows prices have increased 3 percent from last quarter and broken a record set in 2008.
Bloomingfoods says it is in the early stages of its proposal, but it hopes to buy a building near Fess Avenue and 2nd Street.
Denny's is the latest restaurant to announce it will stop buying from pork farmers who crate pregnant sows. Domino's Pizza has made the opposite announcement.
A new study suggests high-fructose corn syrup is bad for brains as well as the rest of our bodies.
Is junk food really cheaper than healthy food? The USDA says it depends how you do the math.
Conditions at the Moon Fishery failed to meet minimum standards for legal export into the USA, says Department of Health.
Community members discuss ways to create a local food hub for restaurants and residents.
With farmers expected to put in more acres of corn than they have since the Great Depression, this fall’s harvest could be one for the record books.
Do your attitudes about food say anything about other aspects of your ethical life? That was the question posed by a new study.
California producer River Ranch has recalled bagged lettuces nationwide after listeria was found during a routine check.
In an effort to reduce the state's additions to landfills, Massachusetts will become the first state to ban food waste from being thrown into the trash.
Selling raw milk for human consumption is illegal in Indiana, but a committee is studying the law further this summer.
It’s spring along the Missouri River in Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri and Kansas, and farmers are back on the land, trying to fix what nature broke.
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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