Who knew that bran, which is really just the hard, outer layer of grain, is such a good source of carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus and fiber? Adding raisins or chopped apples to the batter will give the bran muffins lots of flavor. In fact, if you like raisins, just use raisin bran cereal. I add the peeled, cored and diced apples right before I bake them. A healthy breakfast choice is as close as your refrigerator when making bran muffins. Bran is very good for our digestive systems, but...

Every oven is different; keep eye on loaves after 30 minutes because of the moistness of bananas, cooking time can vary. Salt may be omitted entirely, found no taste difference when omitted. Stir in mashed bananas and raisins. Instructions Cream shortening and sugar together in large mixing bowl. Add eggs to mixture, mix well. Add flour, soda and salt and mix well. Spray two 8x4-inch pans with cooking spray. Pour prepared batter evenly between the loaf pans. Test with toothpick or wooden...

million) in annual retail sales of organic food if Britain's leading certifier of organic produce decides not to accept fruit and vegetables that arrive by plane. The Soil Association, which certifies 70% of the United Kingdom's market for organic produce, will tell British consumers, retailers and importers next week whether they recommend a ban on airfreighted organic fruits and vegetables from the developing world. The Soil Association, which certifies 70% of the United Kingdom's market...

B&B, orchardist in dispute over noise By DAVID LESTER YAKIMA HERALD-REPUBLIC prev 1 of 2 next SARA GETTYS/Yakima Herald-Republic Karen and Henner Krueger stand on an outdoor patio they say they no longer use to serve breakfast to their guests because of the noise generated by a refrigerator truck at nearby Barrett Orchards. B&B, orchardist in dispute over noise By DAVID LESTER YAKIMA HERALD-REPUBLIC prev 1 of 2 next SARA GETTYS/Yakima Herald-Republic Karen and Henner Krueger stand on an...

Jensen began making raisin wine and shared it with family and friends, who loved it so much he began shipping the wine to thirsty miners in Northern California. Although the brick ranch house hasn't been completely renovated, the Jensen-Alvarado family furniture has been moved from the museum into the house, and tours of the home will be given. Other activities include tortilla- and butter-making, ice-cream churning, adobe brick-making, steer roping and old-fashioned laundry work. Sherman...