I grub on Japanese sweet potatoes almost daily. I’ve made a bunch of new friends since January 8th, so I won’t assume you know why this is my carb of choice. Go ahead, catch up with this post and then rejoin the OGs (original gangsters, newbie).Lately, there have been two issues bugging me when it comes to my spuds. First, it takes an hour for me to prepare them. Between my … [Read more...]
Selecting Sweet Potatoes
My first stop in the grocery store is always the spud section. I never leave without some Japanese sweet potatoes, but lately, I’ve been a little disappointed with my choices.As a boy, my father used to tell me to pick the heaviest potato for its size. In other words, close your eyes and pick a few up, one at a time. You’ll determine their density and select … [Read more...]
Eat This, Not That…Or That - Burgers
I’ve always been fascinated by those “eat this, not that” articles. Their “this” recommendations always seem to be based solely on calories and fat content, without taking into account any health implications. I’ve decided to write a semi regular post entitled, “Eat This, Not That… OR That.” In this column, I’ll give you some advice on what to eat for general well-being, not … [Read more...]