EarthTalk® From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: Since when did cargo ships start using wind power (again)? Does this save us from a lot of carbon emissions? – Bill H. Elizabeth, NJ To many, sailboats invoke either the 18th century “Age of Sail” or preppy regattas. But some environmentalists and […]
Apple Cinnamon Waffles
1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 tsp cinnamon 2 tsp baking powder 2 tbsp brown sugar 2 eggs 1 cup milk 4 tbsp unsalted butter (1/2 stick), melted 1 Envy Apple, peeled and cored nonstick cooking spray 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick), at room temperature maple syrup, to taste In large […]
Rising Sea Levels
EarthTalk® From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What are the most recent projections about sea level rise around the world as a result of climate change? And is there any hope of turning back the tide if we rein in emissions as planned under the current iteration of the Paris […]
Patriot Pound Cake
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus additional for coating pan, divided 1 cup packed C&H Light Brown Sugar 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened 4 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt sweetened whipped cream, for topping (optional) fresh fruit, such as strawberries and blueberries, for topping (optional) Preheat oven […]
Cuban Chicken with Salsa Fresca
1 cup grapefruit juice 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp cumin 2 tsp paprika 1 tsp crushed red pepper 1 1/4 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts Salsa Fresca: 1 cup grapefruit segments ½ jicama, cubed (substitutes: water chestnut or sunchokes) ½ red onion, chopped ¾ cup grapefruit juice 4 tbsp olive […]
Prosciutto and Parmesan Egg Cups
12 pieces thinly sliced prosciutto 6 slices tomato 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 6 large eggs fresh cracked black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup finely chopped chives Place rack in upper third of oven and preheat to 350 F. Line muffin pan with six cupcake liners. Drape two slices prosciutto in each cup over […]
Environmental Impact of Russia’s War on Ukraine
EarthTalk® From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What kind of environmental toll is Russia’s war on Ukraine taking?– James P., Harrison NY Russia’s war on Ukraine is one of the worst humanitarian crises facing Europe since World War II. As Russian military forces continue their violent, murderous invasion, environmental organizations […]
Overnight Apple Cinnamon French Toast Casserole
Nonstick cooking spray 1 pkg (20 oz) French bread, cubed, divided 1 can (20 oz) apple pie filling 9 eggs 1 cup half-and-half 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 cup powdered sugar, plus addl. (optional) 2 tbsp milk, plus addl. (optional) Spray 8-by-8-inch glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In baking dish, add 10 ounces […]