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Welcome to Beyond the Recipe

Rediscovering the knowledge that helps us eat well, live well, and become more connected to our food.

Great food is about more than what happens in the kitchen. Beyond the Recipe explores the connections between the food we eat, the people who grow it, and the choices that shape our health and communities. From seasonal recipes and nutrition insights to homemade yogurt, sourdough, canning, and other traditional kitchen skills, this is a place to learn, explore, and reconnect with food in a more meaningful way. Our goal is simple: to help preserve the knowledge, skills, and traditions that make healthy eating more accessible, sustainable, and rewarding.

I Yam What I Yam

Have you ever wondered about what the difference is between sweet potatoes and yams? Sweet potatoes are also called ‘yams’ — however, these tuberous root vegetables are actually from two very different plants. Sweet potatoes are related to morning glories and true yams are related to palms and grasses. When you buy a ‘yam’ at...

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How to Steam Sweet Potatoes

Although we love baked sweet potatoes, steaming is quicker and produces a perfectly moist potato. Steamed baked potatoes take about 30 minutes, while baked potatoes take at least an hour. This method is for medium-sized potatoes. However, if you have only large-sized potatoes, you can cut them in half. (1) Fill the lower part of...

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How to Cook Quinoa

Quinoa is a versatile, protein-rich grain that’s quick to cook and adapts well to both savory and sweet dishes. Before cooking, it must be rinsed to remove saponins—a natural coating that can make quinoa taste bitter or soapy if left behind. Domestic quinoa often needs just a quick rinse, while imported varieties may require several...

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