and butter), but it seems to extend to saturated fats from plant sources, and even artificial fats. “Trans-fats” like margarine and shortening seem to have the same bad effect on cholesterol levels and your arteries. I...

Does anybody know anything about palm oil? It’s found in a lot of African dishes, and I’ve got a small container of it and use it to great effect in a number of recipes, but what is the proper way to use it –...

Hi all. I’m wondering if there are any stores in TOronto carrying Organic palm oil. They come in tubs like big margarine tubs. Thanks so much in advance! \t

Am curious to try some Senegalese food, and was intrigued by the descriptions i’d read about it in the past and its use of strong reddish palm oil...anyone have suggestions on where to go?

Mostly soybeans.

A mixed green salad that’s full of flavor and filling enough to be a meal.

Newman’s Own cookies are made with palm fruit oil. The package states that it is not hydrogenated and is lower in saturated fat than butter, palm kernel oil and coconut oil. I’ve always heard so many negatives things...

These small Italian rice croquettes are perfect party appetizers.

Parsnips add a new dimension to a side-dish standby.

Palm Oil, Coconut oil (both non-hydrogenated): I’ve run across them on the internet. They are claimed to be very healthy to cook with, stay fresh without preservatives or processing. Anyone know about these oils? (Not the...

Years ago I saw some Red Palm Oil for sale at at long gone east side grocery-has anyone in the Vancouver area seen it of late? TIA

We’re making a pie, so we remembered we have Palm Kernal Oil (as an organic, non-hydrogenated vegetable shortening) in the fridge. Looks okay, doesn’t smell. But the sell by date is 1/9/05 – i.e. 6 months ago!...

Sweet Potato Pastry Turnovers with Grilled Tuna and Chile

It makes coffee so creamy, yet it’s not cream.

This week’s mission: McDonald’s new breakfast offering, and holiday flavored nondairy creamers.