Dear EarthTalk: How will global warming change the distribution of trees across the continental U.S.? Which types of trees and forests are most at risk? – Mike Powers, Golden, CO It’s true that climate change is already affecting tree distribution and forest cover in the United States (as well as everywhere), but only time will […]
Cauliflower “Risotto” with Shrimp and Peas
2 tbsp olive oil1/2 cup chopped shallot3 cups cauliflower rice1/4 tsp salt, plus additional, to taste1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper2 tbsp, plus 1 tsp, all-purpose flour1 3/4 cups 1% low-fat milk3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 lb medium shrimp (26-30 count per pound), cleaned and tails removed1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen peas2 […]
Mini Pierogy Mac ’n’ Cheese Skillet
2 tbsp olive oil, divided 1 box Mrs. T’s Mini 4 Cheese Medley Pierogies 2 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green parts separated 1 cup broccoli florets 1 small red pepper, diced 1 small yellow squash, diced 1 tbsp flour 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1 1/4 cups heavy cream 1 oz […]
Breakfast Casserole
Recipe courtesy of Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN, on behalf of Milk Means More Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 45 minutes Servings: 6 1 lb red or white potatoes, scrubbed & cut into ½” pieces water 1/2 small onion, coarsely chopped (about 1/2 cup) nonstick cooking spray 1/2 tsp salt, divided 1/4 tsp pepper 1 […]
Lemon-Butter 4 Bean Ravioli
Recipe courtesy of “Winnie’s Balance” on behalf of Seneca Foods Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 12 minutes Servings: 4 1 package (10 ounces) fresh cheese ravioli1 teaspoon olive oil2 cups combination of sliced button mushrooms, chopped kale and grape tomatoes2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided2 large cloves garlic, minced1 can (15 ounces) READ 4 Bean […]
Elon Musk & His Satellites
Dear EarthTalk: Elon Musk plans to put thousands of new satellites into space to blanket Earth with high speed Internet. What are the environmental implications of this? — M. C., Atlanta. GA Putting satellites up into the ionosphere—the layer of our atmosphere extending from 50-600 miles above the surface where a high concentration of ions […]
Pulled Pork Sliders with Tangy Red Slaw
Slaw: 1 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 3/4 tsp sugar 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper 1/4 cup thinly sliced celery 1/4 cup finely diced green bell pepper 1 cup Aunt Nellie’s Whole Holland Style Onions, drained and coarsely chopped 1 jar (16 oz) Aunt Nellie’s Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage, drained Sliders: 1 […]