APRIL 2008
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HEALTH

I get a lot of questions about the safety of plastic these days – should I use it to store my food? Should I get glass bottles for my baby’s milk? It’s a modern world we live in and we come into contact with plastic many times a day – how would we live without Ziplock bags?

Here is just another article with information to think about, compliments of our friend Dr. Mercola – let me know what you think!

HEALTHY FOOD

FOOD

The Sesame Salt of Life – Gomasio

Are you concerned about your salt intake? Worried you’re not getting enough quality calcium and protein? This easy little recipe will add flavor, nutrition and crunch to every meal. Simply mix, store and keep on hand to sprinkle on your salads, grains, beans, sandwiches, etc.

An easy mix of sesame seeds and salt, gomasio comes from Japan and Korea. Traditionally, it was made in a suribachi, a Japanese grooved mortar with a wooden pestle. But us modern folks can use a blender or food processor.

INGREDIENTS
• 1 Tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1 cup unhulled sesame seeds

INSTRUCTIONS
In a heavy cast iron pan (or whatever you have), toast sesame seeds over low heat until crisp and lightly browned, stirring often. Don’t let them burn! Process the salt and seeds in pulses in a food processor – 10-15 pulses should do it. The mixture will be light and sandy-textured, not mushy. Store in an airtight glass jar or in a diner-style shaker for easy application in a cool, dry place up to 1 month.

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