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Rose of the Roots by Chef Tiana

The sun has finally shown itself upon my mountain top home.  Spring rains have washed the earth and those sleeping seeds and bulbs deep within have poked their sweet little heads up to say hello and bathe in the warmth of new beginnings.  How I love this time of year, although there is much work to be done the earth is moist and forgiving and the weather is calling for company.  Weeding, tilling, planning, seed starting and dreaming of the bounty of summer to nourish my family and my soul. Continue Reading →

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The spice of life by Chef Tiana

Charlemagne the eighth-century king said “Spices, the friend of physicians and the pride of cooks”  This is so true, the amazing power of herbs and spices make them a must have in the kitchen.  Might be time to take a look deep in the back of that spice cabinet and consider, out with the old and in with the new.

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To Brine or not to Brine

This week I had a beautiful pastured organic chicken that I wanted to spice up and do a little something different with.  Over the years I have roasted many birds, its so easy and one bird can stretch into several meals, always ending in delicious bone broth.  This time lets brine the bird.   Continue Reading →

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SuperSeven: looking like Taco’s

Finally, I’ve learned to not be greedy and over-stuff my fragile shells.
This results in a higher percentage of food in my mouth than in my lap or on my plate.

oh yea…  Taco’s… good and good for you!

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Sauerkraut….superfood or just sour? by Chef Tiana

What is a superfood anyway?  It seems to be a sexy word used by marketers to intrigue our imagination of faraway lands dripping with exotic fruits that…for a nominal fee….give us unbound energy and disease free health.   I have to admit the sound of Himalayan Goji berries and Maca root’s “Power of the Inca warriors”  has a draw to it.  I think these foods are full of healthy antioxidants and vitamins, especially for the people who live near them.  But for the distance they have to travel and the amount of energy it takes to get to our health food store….there are better options. Continue Reading →

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Chocolate, Homemade. by Chef Tiana

Easter is almost here and chocolate is dripping from the shelves of big chain stores around the country.  You know the stuff, shaped into cute critters, stuffed with unknown fillings and wrapped in plastic.

Sorry to break it to you but that is not the real spirit of chocolate.  I was on a mission to fill my little bunnies baskets with chocolate I could feel good about and was free of stuff we avoid in our diet.  I found a delicious, and inexpensive way to make it from simple and natural ingredients.   Continue Reading →

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Meet the Tri-Tip by Chef Tiana

To keep us well fed, happy, healthy and wise we’ve asked Chef Tiana to clue us in when it comes to what we should and shouldn’t put in our mouths. Seems  to the 45dgree brain trust that we’ve left it to Packaged Goods Corporations  and advertisers to tell us what we should and shouldt be eating…. and well…. does that really make sense? – steveb

Tri-Tip aka….bottom sirloin butt or triangle roast, is a nicely marbled tender and very flavorful cut of beef.  For many years Tri-Tip was ground into hamburger or cubed for soup meat at the butcher shop.  This was because there’s only one Tri-Tip per side of cow, so butchers didn’t want to use up the space in the display case.  Yet today this overlooked cut of beef has made a come back , especially here in California, where the majority of Tri-Tips are shipped. Continue Reading →

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Making Beef Jerky

Most of us can murder a nice burger but we also need snacks.

Portable beef.  Yes, beef on the go, it’s a great way to stay full while on the run and avoid making unhealthy choices in desperation.   Continue Reading →

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Salad for Lunch @ 45dgree_Eating in

I started eating salads for lunch, I’m real lucky to live in a place where great local food is abundant.  Fresh vitamins throughout the day is important and salad is a good light meal.   Continue Reading →

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Fast Food Friday@45dgree

Just because food is fast doesn’t mean that it has to be crap. Breakfast is a pretty easy meal to knock out even if you are of modest skills (I raise my hand here). A good cup of Joe, some eggs, meat a little cheese and some killer bread with some fruit preserves – you are set. Continue Reading →

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Think on Thanksgiving

Taking advantage of my editorial position is not something i do lightly or often, but there is something I want to get off my chest, a personal indulgence…. I think food is a pretty personal thing and really i only like to eat with friends and family..so… Continue Reading →

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BBQ: homestyle

Well I cannot lay claim to anything fancier than a good, serious well done BBQ.
I’d like to use charcoal, but where i live, gas it is!
Like the Honey badger, I dont give a shit, it works out just fine! Continue Reading →

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