Silica is one of the most overlooked essential minerals, yet it plays a critical role in bone strength, joint health, skin elasticity, and connective tissue integrity. In this episode of Food Travel USA, we explore what silica does in the body, why modern diets are often deficient, and the best whole-food sources—from oats and green beans to mineral-rich water. Listen to understand why silica is a quiet but foundational nutrient for long-term health.
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This first time I ever had the original fettuccine alfredo was at Alfredo’s in Epcot. They had re-created their original restaurant in Italy (it has since been replaced with another Italian restaurant). I was probably 20 years old when I first tasted this dish and after having it EVERY time …
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Irish Colcannon is one of those dishes that remind me of my childhood. My dad was always the one who cooked breakfast, and while he didn’t make this dish in this particular way, it always reminds me of him. He was one of those guys up at 5:30am, whistling …
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I miss my mom, no doubt. But every time I think about her and her influence on my life, cooking comes to mind. She tried so hard to please everyone through her cooking. From my Irish dad with his stew and pot roast, to her finicky daughter (that’s me) to …
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Homemade Northern Italian Manicotti is Way Better than it’s Southern Italian cousin. Here’s the difference. Let’s walk through the steps. INGREDIENTS -Homemade Northern Italian Manicotti 4 manicotti tubes or Elizabeth’s Homemade Crepes 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese 1 cup of homemade ricotta 1 beaten large egg 2 teaspoons flat leaf …
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Homemade Hot Dog Buns INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons organic coconut sugar 2 packets active dry yeast 1/2 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F) 2 cups warm milk (105°F to 115°F) 2 tablespoons coconut oil 2 teaspoons salt 6 3/8 cups (800g) Organic All Purpose Flour (King Arthur) egg wash: 1 …
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Making ricotta is Easy. In fact, it’s far easier than you think. So the next time you’re in the store looking for ricotta (to make your favorite “ricotta recipe”) and the refrigerated space where ricotta sits is empty, it’s not a big deal. Just four fresh ingredients are needed. …
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When we were kids, it seemed like there was one way to cook pork chops… put em on a cookie sheet and into a fiery hot oven. They would bake (incinerate) until they were reduced to unidentifiable chunks of carbon. After all, the federal government had terrified us into believing …
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