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on July 26, 2013

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Our Take On Section 735 of the HR 933 "The Monsanto Protection Act"

First off, being new to food politics and still working my way around I think I have a very good grip on what is going on and it how it affects all consumer’s without having to get into tons of historical bills and policies. I can view it simply and straightforward. I believe that Section 735 of the new HR 933, also known as the “Monsanto Protection act”, is a horrible thing. If you have been aware, there has been a huge push in the US specifically for federally (or at least state) backed laws supporting the labeling of GMO/GE ingredients in products. GMO/GE crops, cattle and anything else, still have no scientific backing that it is healthier, supports larger crops or more sustainable products. All that GMO/GE crops and etc., do is cheapen the product and make it more resistant to disease as well as incorporates pesticides to aid in these products fighting off diseases and plagues. So sure on the surface it looks great, however these built in human engineering “...

Pinto Bean Tortillas

So, as many of you may remember, being in the southwest we love spanish food fare. However since becoming a clean eater it is a lot harder to find cost effective and clean tortillas, so I have to make my own. I have made about 3 different kinds so far. This is one is my favourite for big dishes (like burritos) because they hold together and puff up deliciously.

Pumpkin Sensation Week: Day 2

Savory and pumpkin flavoured! Great as a snack, side or anything else you need it for. Bring it to a gathering or make if for a football party, it will be a hit no matter where you take it. Ingredients 3 tbsp Pumpkin puree 1 bottle Pumpkin beer* 2 cups Flour 3/4 cup Cornmeal 1 tbsp Oil 1 tsp Salt 1 tbsp Baking powder 2 tbsp Honey 4 tbsp Pumpkin Butter Hardware 1 Large Mixing Bowl Measuring Cup, tbsp, tsp Mixing Spoon Baking Pan Fork or Whisk Spatula Skillet Basting Brush Time 1 hour Prep 10 minutes Cooking 40 minutes Yield 12 servings

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