FIRST WE STOP AND NOTICE WHAT’S AROUND US: For the two weeks before big curb-side pick-up, I shuffle through the garage and kick the recyclables piling up in bulging bags. Almost tripping over crushed pizza boxes, empty cans of baked beans, and tomato sauce jars— surpluses from gotta-have-it purchases— I stare at these lifestyle leftovers. I crave quick comfort foods. Don’t we all? Continue Reading