Tag: onions

Whole30 Beet Green Borscht

Whole30 Beet Green Borscht

While it’s still technically summer everywhere else in the US, Anchorage seems to have moved into its rainy season. But I’m not complaining, because that means the return of soup season! Is there anything more comforting that a steamy bowl of soup when it’s cold…

Blueberry and Lamb Bolognese

Blueberry and Lamb Bolognese

This Blueberry and Lamb Bolognese may sound like a step too far, but I urge you to get out of your comfort zone and try blueberries in a savory dish. We don’t often think of blueberries in a savory way, but they provide two important…

How to Choose the Best Onions at the Farmers Market

How to Choose the Best Onions at the Farmers Market

The best line to ever come out of Food Network’s Chopped was when a contestant was asked, “we noticed you started by sautéing some onions?” The contestant responded, “Well, onions are the underwear of cooking. You have to have them.” That line has stuck in my family, and we continue to refer to onions and garlic as the “underwear of cooking.”

It’s true! Onions provide a great base layer to almost every dish; it is important to line up the right onion for the job! That’s why I’ve put together this guide to the best onions at the farmers market. (more…)