Cookus Interruptus

Hey.  Don’t get all snobby on us.  There IS a way to make a delectable crust using whole wheat pastry flour.  The whole grain crusts get a bad rap because people often use oil to make them and end up with a heavy, cracker-like texture.  Not so here. (watch video and get recipe).  We give you the tiny tips that make it right.

 

Whip up your baked sweet potatoes, yams or winter squash with cream cheese and maple syrup to make this sweet autumn delight from Cookus Interruptus.  Frost Pumpkin Pecan Muffins, zucchini bread, carrot cake, ginger cookies or just put a swirl on raisin bread toast for breakfast.

 

Want people to admire your muffins? Bake or roast winter squash and combine with molasses, honey, whole wheat pastry flour, cardamom, spices, everything nice.  Take a love bite.

 

Keep a variety of whole grains and flours in your pantry to make meal-preparation easier.  Find out which basics to stock and why.

 

Enjoy as a post-game team meal, Friday night dinner with a (locally-brewed) beer - take the chill off with this chili .  Brought to you by Cookus Interruptus.

 

Using the beautiful red bell peppers that are in season right now, you can make this glamorous dish using the inexpensive, nutritious whole grain millet, Saffron Buttered Millet from Cookus Interruptus.

 

Learn how to make candied walnuts and handle a phone solicitor politely simultaneously.  These glazed nuts are perfect for:

• snacks
• nice appetizer served with cheese and olives
• put on your steel cut oats
• garnish salads
• Christmas or hostess gifts

Get some local honey and pastured butter and make them.

Find out what Jane's packing!  Four fresh fabulous lunch combos for the pail, the box, the basket or the backpack.

 

 

Find out how to support farm to school legislation. 

The farmer's markets are rich with peppers, tomatoes, corn and farm fresh eggs.  Put it altogether and make brunch for a friend or two.  Huevos Rancheros.  I want some now.

 

Holy air waves!  The internet was not enough.  Now they're on the radio. The same loveable characters, sensational family recipes and quirky interruptions are all there. Listen the next five Saturdays at 1:00 PM or Wednesdays at 2:45 PM.  It’s only 4 minutes.  Live out of the Seattle area?  No problem.  Listen on the web at KUOW presents.Call or email KUOW and let them know you love it!
 
Episode 1:
Orange Glazed Salmon Kebobs (Jane’s band gets a gig)
•         Saturday, September 5th at 1:00 PM
•         Wednesday September 9th at 2:45 PM
Episode 2:
Mediterranean Quinoa (Darrell bikes to kindergarten)
•         Saturday, September 12th at 1:00 PM
•         Wednesday September 16th at 2:45 PM
Episode 3:
Sweet Apple Walnut Kale (Cynthia and Jane get hosed)
•         Saturday, September 19th at 1:00 PM
•         Wednesday September 23th at 2:45 PM
Episode 4:
Cucumber Yogurt Topping (Jane caters to no one)
•         Saturday, September 26th at 1:00 PM
•         Wednesday September 30th at 2:45 PM
Episode 5:
Lemon Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies (Steve and Jane apply themselves)
•         Saturday, October 3rd  at 1:00 PM
•         Wednesday October 7th at 2:45 PM
 
 

What to do with zucchini?  Keep the grill lit and make this salad full of summery local produce. View video and print recipe here.

 

Make a refreshing drink, liven up fish tacos or recharge your athlete by keeping a jar of Lime Boost in the refrigerator.

 

Dazzle your family and friends with this deceptively simple platter of beautiful food.  It’s a well-balanced and beautiful meal.  Did you hear the report dissing organic?  Read Sandi’s rebuttal.  And don’t forget to enter our 2nd Annual Haiku Contest and win a free microplane zester.  Interrupt-us and you actually WIN something.  Nice.

 

Did you know that you can throw polenta on the grill, alongside some vegetables, chicken or whatever and make a swell meal? The polenta gets those grill marks and crisps up on the outside.  Nice. 

 

You can add any kind of cheese you like to polenta.  Throw in some fresh corn off the cob too.
I like polenta with beans, some folks like a marinara or roasted red pepper sauce or roasted red pepper on top.  Interrupt and tell us how you like your polenta!  Full of love I hope…