The chemical melamine has been found in an increasing number of products imported to the United States from China, including milk products, baby formula, and pet foods. Melamine, primarily used in the production of certain plastics, glues, and flame retardants,
Spicy Tuna Chickpea Stew
Yum. Every once in a while, it’s nice to have a hearty stew you can throw together in under 20 minutes. We just went through the winter storm of the century, and this dish kept us warm on the coldest
Halibut over White Bean Ragout
This is a hearty, earthy dish excellent for cold winter nights and for high-protein, low-fat diets (this preparation gets fewer than 24% of its calories from fat). Any thick fillet of white fish will work – try cod, rockfish, or
Top 5 Tips for Baking Fish
People often turn to eating more seafood when they are ready to take better care of themselves and their families through diet. Low-fat and -cholesterol preparations can increase those benefits, and can be simple for novice seafood cooks. Baking is
The Origins of Seafood Names
A haddock by any other name would smell as … fishy. But why is a halibut a halibut and a shrimp a shrimp? The origins of many of these names are as poetic as they are descriptive. Halibut – means
Seaweed in your tank?
With a plummeting economy, increased air pollution, threats of radical climate change, and peak oil just around the corner, many scientists are very busy looking for alternative energy resources. One possibility may come as a surprise, even for shore-dwellers: using
Steamed Fish with Scallions and Ginger
This is a quick and beautiful presentation for whole, high-quality fish. Serve it with steamed rice and a spicy vegetable stir-fry for a colorful and heart-healthy meal for guests. 2 whole fish (about 2 lb each, such as rockfish or