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Anderson Erickson Garden Vegetable Cottage Cheese — Product Review

Anderson Erickson (AE) is a midwest provider of dairy products based in Des Moines, Iowa. Their Old Fashioned Cottage Cheese product is considered an industry standard of excellence by which all other cottage cheese products are measured. [Learn More] As of 28 March 2021, The HyVee in Coralville, Iowa has been offering some of the unique cottage… Continue reading Anderson Erickson Garden Vegetable Cottage Cheese — Product Review

Anderson Erickson Old Fashioned Ranch Peppercorn Cottage Cheese — Product Review

Anderson Erickson (AE) is a midwest provider of dairy products based in Des Moines, Iowa. Their Old Fashioned Cottage Cheese product is considered an industry standard of excellence by which all other cottage cheese products are measured. [Learn More] As of 28 March 2021, The HyVee in Coralville, Iowa has been offering some of the… Continue reading Anderson Erickson Old Fashioned Ranch Peppercorn Cottage Cheese — Product Review

Cottage Cheese — Quality Rating, Review Standards, and Categories for Evaluation

Summary This document provides some standards for evaluating cottage cheese offerings from a variety of dairy companies. Cottage Cheese Rating System As a universal guide, we have made some subjective decisions about what makes an excellent cottage cheese. We rate various characteristics on a scale from 1 – 10 based on the following goals. Curd… Continue reading Cottage Cheese — Quality Rating, Review Standards, and Categories for Evaluation

Regenerative Agriculture Resources in the Iowa City Area

Introduction Iowa City is a great place to discover inspiring examples of regenerative agriculture. This page offers a few examples, with a personal story at the bottom of the page about a local urban garden. This list of resources is in alphabetical order. Excerpts and links with more details are provided. Backyard Abundance “We envision… Continue reading Regenerative Agriculture Resources in the Iowa City Area

DOCUMENTARY: The Next Pandemic Could Come From an American Factory Farm (VICE News, 11 Dec 2020)

This video from VICE News examines how big-ag corporate factory farms create conditions that could incubate and spread the next big pandemic virus. (VICE News, 11 Dec 2020) At 5m 19s in the video, VICE News describes the NPPC as the National Pig Producers Council. It is actually the National Pork Producers Council. VICE News… Continue reading DOCUMENTARY: The Next Pandemic Could Come From an American Factory Farm (VICE News, 11 Dec 2020)

Meeting our daily recommended nutritional guidelines is very difficult. (Podcast #47)

In Episode #47, I talk about how it is very difficult to meet our recommended nutritional guidelines, and why it’s so important to eat certain foods that more effectively meet those requirements. (8 Oct 2020) Listen using your favorite podcast service. Anchor [Listen] Apple [Listen] Google [Listen] Spotify [Listen] Listen Using the Anchor Player Below Listen Using Our Website… Continue reading Meeting our daily recommended nutritional guidelines is very difficult. (Podcast #47)

Frigidaire Microwave Stove Vent Fan Won’t Turn Off [SOLVED]

Problem If you have a Frigidaire microwave functioning as a stovetop hood vent fan it may turn on if the cooking range causes an overheating issue. However, even after a period of time to cool down, it may continue running on high without responding to the on/off switch. Solution To correct the problem, try turning… Continue reading Frigidaire Microwave Stove Vent Fan Won’t Turn Off [SOLVED]

Kitchen Talk – My Two Favorite Trader Joe’s Recipes (Podcast E27)

In Episode #27, I talk about my two favorite Trader Joe’s recipes and some of the Trader Joe’s spices I use when cooking. Listen using your favorite podcast service. Apple [Listen] Anchor [Listen] Google [Listen] Spotify [Listen] Listen Using the Anchor Player Below Listen Using Our Website Player You can also download the show. Tap (or right click) the… Continue reading Kitchen Talk – My Two Favorite Trader Joe’s Recipes (Podcast E27)

Vegetarianism – Current Trends and Seven Reasons People Choose Plant-Based Foods (Podcast E22)

In Episode 22, I talk about three current trends influencing the discussion about vegetarianism and seven reasons people choose plant-based foods. In addition to the seven reasons given in the podcast for choosing vegetarianism, other reasons might be religious requirements or relationships where vegetarianism or meat eating are a choice in deference to others. Listen… Continue reading Vegetarianism – Current Trends and Seven Reasons People Choose Plant-Based Foods (Podcast E22)

How to make a great cup of espresso coffee latte at home

Here’s how I make a great cup of espresso coffee latte at home using fresh roasted beans and an espresso machine. This is an excellent video for those new to working from home and wanting an alternative to their favorite coffee shop. Video produced 1-2 Apr 2020 by Greg Johnson of ResourcesForLife.com Equipment Used Canon… Continue reading How to make a great cup of espresso coffee latte at home