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Farmers Market Fresh
Locally Delicious Goat Cheese & Beet Salad from the Mercer Island Farmers Market Article by Chef Sarah McCormick | Photography by Mercer Island City Lifestyle Goat Cheese & Beet Salad Serves 2 Ingredients 3 Tbsp McCormick Jam Co. Strawberry Balsamic Jam 1 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar 3 Tbsp Olive Oil 4 oz. Goat Cheese 3 small or 1 large Beet 16 oz Arugula / Mixed Greens 1/2 cup Pickled Red Onions 1/2 cup Candied Pecans Salt and Black Pepper Directions : 1. Roast beets: cut into...
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From Ancient Tradition to Modern Superfood:
Bone Broth’s Comeback, aKrrush: Clean, Efficient Protein for Everyday Life Article by Chris Ishii | Photography by J Garner Photography I’m constantly inspired by local innovators who find simple yet powerful ways to improve daily life. When I sat down with Solvi Barber , a Mercer Island resident and founder of aKrrush , it was clear her vision was rooted not just in nutrition, but in culture, sustainability, and the way families actually live. What began as a challenge during the pandemic...
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Bone Appétit!
Homemade Banana Peanut Butter Dog Treats by Island Animal Hospital Article by Island Animal Hospital | Photography by Mercer Island City Lifestyle With just three ingredients—banana, peanut butter, and oats—you can whip up a batch of homemade cookies your pup will love. Quick, budget-friendly, and healthier than most packaged treats. Ingredients 2 cups oats + a little extra for rolling 2 ripe bananas ½ cup natural peanut butter (see note below) Directions Preheat oven to...
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Korean Army Stew
Spicy, hearty one-pot meal for fall days Article by Jason Farrish | Photography by The Crawlspace Gastropub It’s trendy now, but Korean Army Stew has a long history dating back to the Korean war. Koreans would take US Army rations and mix them with local ingredients to make a one pot masterpiece. It’s spicy, hearty, and here’s how to make it. Ingredients 1 packet of instant ramen 1 Heaping Tablespoon of Gochujang (Korean pepper paste) This will come in a red tub 1 Heaping Tablespoon of...
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