Try the Gruel

Comrade Pelosi apparently liked the concept of bland, Soviet-style cuisine, because under her watch it sounds like they really messed up the House kitchen:

So long, fatty and foreign food. Cafeterias serving staffers on the House side of the Capitol have ditched such meals in favor of healthier menus that include organic and locally grown cuisine.

The crossover in food services is part of the "Green the Capitol Initiative" mandated by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, California Democrat, a move that also has eliminated foam cups and plans to illuminate the Capitol Dome with environmentally friendly lighting.

Good grief. Needless to say, the free-market folks are not happy:

Some House staffers are not pleased with the changes.

"Staffers are about as thrilled with this nonsense as most taxpayers will be when they learn that they're subsidizing sushi, tofu, couscous and other pretentious meals for federal employees," said one Republican leadership aide.

"Most people here want a real lunch during a hectic day on the Hill, not organic noodles with nonfat soy nuts or a lecture from nannies and nutritionists," the aide said.

A second House staffer called it an "unnecessary and useless renovation of the House kitchens and cafeterias."

I'm so glad that Nancy Pelosi is focused on fixing the important things while serving as Speaker. Maybe this will explain why Congressional approval ratings are in the tank...