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January 2015
Doctor, author, chefs see less meat on Maine’s table
More omnivores show an interest in healthier eating, adding to an apparent swing toward plant-based diets.
IRS staff cut to the bone
Instead of helping people who follow the rules, Congress has opted to help tax cheats and tax preparers.
Governor’s proposed DHHS budget sets right priorities
The spending blueprint identifies more than $100 million in spending reductions to pay for a roughly equal amount in initiatives to help the neediest Mainers.
White wines made in the oxidative style especially appealing in winter
Full-bodied and earthy, they may surprise those who usually reach for reds.
Rid of excess water, tofu is a flavor sponge
When it’s pressed, even a devoted carnivore relishes sauteed tofu with vegetables and a chili-orange sauce.
The Maine Ingredient: Citrus fruits bring all kinds of brightness, just when we need it
Broiled grapefruit, Moroccan chicken and chocolate-orange pound cake are just a few zesty recipes to consider.
Deviled eggs less trouble when served on toasts
This recipe removes any worries about ruining the cooked whites when peeling the eggs.
Cookbook review: ‘Live Eat Cook Healthy’
Rachel Khanna sees cooking with thoughtfulness and love as a pathway to joy and health.