Saturday, October 25, 2008

Arugula Gets A Bad Rap

I admit it, I'm elitist. I live in San Francisco (the hotbed of commie marxist librul terrorists, you betcha), I drive a Prius, vote for the Democrat, eat mostly vegan, recycle and am a community organizer (*gasp!*) So it may come as no surprise that I was attacked by little starbursts when I saw the arugula winking at me in the Trader Joe's produce aisle.

Now, I've had arugula before, but I've never seen it in a package at my local grocer before. Of course, I just had to pick it up. I recommend you try it! It's highly NOMable. And quite good for you, too.

For instance, did you know that arugula:

* is rich in vitamin C and potassium?
* is considered an aphrodisiac?
* is used to create a liquor called rucolino?
* is only 2 calories per 1/2 cup serving?

I'd like to announce that I am officially beginning a campaign to Save Endangered Arugula. Will you join me? Here are some arugula recipes to get you started.

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