Category: How To

Why Major In Philosophy?

I came across some old philosophy books in my study this morning and it got me thinking about the value of an undergraduate degree in philosophy.  And I can already hear the jokes, so please keep them to yourself!  At first glance, a Bachelor of Arts degree (Why Major in Philosophy) in philosophy provides no real practical application in the […]

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Sautéed Escarole with Garlic

Sautéed Escarole with Garlic

I’m often asked what my favorite meals or recipes are and folks are shocked or confused when I say something like Sautéed Escarole with Garlic or baked broccoli or that I treasure a ripe organic pear over a well marbled sirloin steak.  However, it’s true, I like my food simple and fresh (preferring fish over red meat, raw nuts over processed […]

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How To: Teach Your Kids About Money

How To: Teach Your Kids About Money

One of the most important life skills you can teach your child is how to save or, more specifically, why it’s important to save.   My parents would often bring me to the bank as a small child and I observed my mother writing and cashing checks, depositing money, etc.  By the time I was 7 or 8 my parents told […]

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How To: Canning Tomatoes For Homemade Tomato Sauce

How To: Canning Tomatoes For Homemade Tomato Sauce

Along with making our own wine and sun dried tomatoes,  my family also cans fresh plum tomatoes every August for use throughout the year.  The canned tomatoes are used mostly for making tomatoe sauce.  Canning your tomatoes produces a better tasting tomato sauce and, of course, saves you money over the long term (especially after you’ve owned the canning equipment for several years). Tomato […]

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Recipe: Onion And Potato Frittata

Recipe: Onion And Potato Frittata

If you ever feel like there is nothing in the house to cook for dinner, but you have a few eggs in the refrigerator, then a frittata might be what you’re looking for. It is a simple meal that gives you the protein that you need to help you feel satisfied at dinner. Here is a recipe for an easy […]

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Getting Started With Cooking At Home

Getting Started With Cooking At Home

I received a recent email from Dee asking how to prepare real meals (i.e., not your standard sandwiches, tuna, and fast food items) in a practical way and I’ve been giving the question some thought.  Cooking is not rocket science, but it does require that you 1., care about the quality of the food you purchase and 2., set aside […]

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How To Get Along With Everyone At Your Thanksgiving Day Dinner

How To Get Along With Everyone At Your Thanksgiving Day Dinner

Given that most of you will likely be interacting with family and friends on Thanksgiving Day, I thought I would offer some “how to” tips on getting along with your dinner companions: – Be nice. Getting along with people is not rocket science.  If you’re coming across as cold, snobby, and unwilling to engage in a conversation, you’ll most likely be […]

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French Press Coffee

French Press Coffee

The French Press coffee brewing method produces some of the best coffee on the planet via a very simple, non electric, process.   High quality coffee is a staple of my Italian life and, in moderation, the golden liquid has proven to have some excellent health benefits, including: Coffee seems to protect men from Parkinson’s disease Coffee drinkers may be […]

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How to Have a Good Time Without Spending Money

How to Have a Good Time Without Spending Money

Do you know those people who need to spend money in order to have a good time?  You know, the folks who inevitably see a movie, go out for dinner, buy a new pair of pants, and buy a few books at Barnes and Noble every weekend.  Well, it’s easy to fall into the trap of spending to put a […]

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How to Make Home Made Wine

How to Make Home Made Wine

How to Make Home Made Wine Let’s face it, enjoying and collecting fine wine is an expensive hobby, especially in light of a tanking economy.  My Italian father has only bought a few bottles of “real” wine in a proper wine shop over the years, but he consumes two-three glasses of wine each night.  You’re probably asking yourself at this […]

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