Considering the size of a clove, garlic packs quite a punch. It can single-handedly transform a simple slice of bread or a bowl of mashed potatoes into a delicacy. It can create a tasty hummus...
Section: Food Profiles | Fresh from the Source
Every Thursday, I drive to a warehouse in a shady looking industrial area next to the railroad tracks —to meet my ‘connection.’
Section: Eating Local | Fresh from the Source
Remember the story about Jack and his magic beans? Jack traded the family cow for a handful of beans, grew and climbed a tremendous beanstalk, and stole a giant's treasure. While beans might...
Section: Cooking | Food + Lifestyle
The scents that emanated from Ahmed's kitchen enchanted me. I couldn’t help but ask, “What is that wonderful smell?” I can’t remember what he told me he was making, but I became obsessed...
Section: Cooking | Food + Lifestyle
Light, easy, and in tune with the season, salad for lunch or dinner is just the thing. With an endless array of ingredients, you can pile a whole meal into the salad and never get bored.
Section: Cooking | Food + Lifestyle
If you’re a fan of Chinese food, you’re probably familiar with the lovely cabbage called bok choy. Its distinctive taste is slightly peppery, but it’s always fresh tasting and...
Section: Food Profiles | Fresh from the Source
While most people associate outdoor grilling with burgers, hot dogs, and steaks, the grill imparts big flavors to fruits and veggies too.
Section: Cooking | Food + Lifestyle
Many varieties of chard are so lovely that they’re grown as ornamentals. Chard isn’t just pretty, though, it’s also delicious and very nutritious. In addition to an array of...
Section: Food Profiles | Fresh from the Source
The spring greens have arrived! How fitting that something so tender and fresh heralds the new growing season each year. They’re appropriately delicate (like most valuables), delicious,...
Section: Food Profiles | Fresh from the Source
A regular on the veggie platter, raw cauliflower is crunchy-crisp and fresh, almost nutty and sweet. Cauliflower is delicious cooked, too, of course—just be sure not to overcook for best texture...
Section: Food Profiles | Fresh from the Source
The sweet, mellow, nutty flavor of roasted garlic and a little kick from jalapeno offer a delicious twist to this popular Middle Eastern dip.
Section: Appetizer, Dairy Free, Fall & Winter, Gluten Free, Heart Healthy, Quick & Easy, Snack, Spring & Summer, Vegan, Vegetarian
This rich and creamy, yet lighter version of traditional potato salad is made even tastier with roasted garlic.
Section: Gluten Free, Heart Healthy, High Fiber, Low Fat, Lunch & Dinner, Salad, Vegetarian
Black garlic—which is fermented and is mild, sweet and savory—make this salad a treat. Plus you get your greens in!
Section: Lunch & Dinner, Quick & Easy, Salad, Spring & Summer, Vegetarian
Broccoli rabe is tossed with a rich mixture of garlic, olive oil and anchovies in this easy side dish.
Section: Fall & Winter, Heart Healthy, High Fiber, Low Fat, Low Sodium, Low Sugar, Lunch & Dinner, Quick & Easy
These poached mushrooms make a delicious appetizer on their own or as part of an antipasto platter.
Section: Appetizer, Dairy Free, Fall & Winter, Low Sugar, Spring & Summer, Vegan, Vegetarian
Ingredients Mushrooms 1 pound white button mushrooms 1 quart water 1/2 teaspoon garlic, peeled and smashed 1 tablespoon lemon juice Dressing 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons vegetable...
Section: Appetizer, Dairy Free, Heart Healthy, Low Fat, Lunch & Dinner, Vegan, Vegetarian
A Cheddar cheese crust filled with roasted leeks, fennel and broccoli or Brussels sprouts.
Section: Fall & Winter, High Fiber, Low Sodium, Lunch & Dinner, Vegetarian
Marinated in lemon, garlic and spices, this baked chicken is delicious atop mjadra, a popular Middle Eastern pilaf.
Section: Fall & Winter, High Fiber, Low Sodium, Lunch & Dinner
From Daniel Klein of The Perennial Plate. Peppery watercress leaves give this soup its amazing flavor and bright green color. Grilled shiitakes on top are meaty and delicious. Check out the recipe...
Section: Lunch & Dinner, Soups & Stews, Spring & Summer, Vegetarian
Chinese fermented black beans are stir-fried with garlic and ginger for these succulent scallops.
Section: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Heart Healthy, Low Fat, Low Sodium, Low Sugar, Lunch & Dinner, Quick & Easy
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