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Unleash the Flavor: Savor the Delicious Versatility of Marinated Lentils!
Whether you are creating a hearty side dish, a fresh salad, or a satisfying main course, marinated lentils are your go-to ingredient.
Dec 17, 20244 min read
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How to Make Delicious Marinated Mushrooms
Marinated mushrooms offer an easy, tasty way to enjoy all the health benefits of mushrooms while adding an extra zing to any meal. Give this
Nov 6, 20245 min read
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Lentils: The Humble Super Food for Health, Budget, and the Planet
Whether you’re whipping up a classic French dish or an Indian dal, lentils offer endless possibilities for nourishing, eco-friendly, and del
Oct 29, 20246 min read
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The Many Advantages of Learning to Quick Pickle Vegetables at Home
Quick pickling vegetables at home is a fantastic skill for anyone, but it’s especially beneficial for seniors looking for a fun and rewardin
Oct 11, 20246 min read
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Tips for keeping those salad greens from becoming a wilted mess
With a few simple tips and tricks, you can extend the shelf life of your greens, keeping them fresh and crisp for longer.
Sep 2, 20246 min read
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How to make the most from root vegetables
Including more root vegetables in your diet can contribute to overall well-being, particularly as they support heart health, digestion, and
Aug 23, 20244 min read
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Discover the simple and delicious joy of Panzanella salad!
This simple, yet delicious Italian dish makes the most of summer's fresh produce, transforming humble ingredients into a flavorful and satis
Aug 20, 20243 min read
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Why should you make your own salad dressing?
Freshly made salad dressing is far superior in flavor to anything you can buy off the shelf.
Aug 20, 20244 min read
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Sorrel: A Flavorful Herb with a Tangy Twist
Sorrel's tartness makes it a versatile ingredient in the kitchen. It can be used both raw and cooked, depending on the dish.
Aug 18, 20244 min read
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Seaweed: Delicious. Healthy. Sustainable.
Having spent some time over the years in Japan, I'm fairly familiar with seaweed in dishes beyond the Nori used to wrap Sushi rolls and...
Aug 26, 20239 min read
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Tofu-based Mayonnaise rocks it, and is perfect for salad dressings.
Although I love my cashew based mayonnaise, I understand that raw cashews may not be widely available, and are a bit expensive - even...
Oct 4, 20213 min read
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Cha Soba salad might be your best hot weather meal ever
Although I've been cooking various iterations of Japanese soba noodles for years, the recent scorching heat waves here in Reno, Nevada...
Jul 9, 20213 min read
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Oil-free Romesco Sauce: Swirl over pasta. Drizzle over vegetables. Spoon into soup or stew.
Romesco sauce is one of the greatest gifts Spain ever gave to the culinary world. I first encountered it during a driving (and eating!)...
May 6, 20213 min read
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'Oil-free' vinaigrette and 'Delicious' are not mutually exclusive
Since we went WFPBNO (Whole-food, plant-based, no added oil) here, it's been a learning curve to figure out how to make a salad dressing...
Feb 18, 20213 min read
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Do you know jack about Jackfruit?
Before I became a WFPBNO (Whole-Food, Plant-Based, No Oil) eater and cook, I had absolutely no clue what Jackfruit was. The name alone...
Feb 16, 20214 min read
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Salade de carottes râpées? Or, just grated carrot salad? Either way, it's quick easy, and tasty.
Salade de carottes râpées is beloved in France. It's found on 'le menu' in bistros across the country. I can pick up a container of it in...
Feb 11, 20214 min read
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Yes, Virginia. You can have fresh, tasty salad without a single lettuce leaf.
Salads can be the definition of 'missed opportunity'. So many people think that if they don't have lettuce leaves and tomatoes, then it...
Feb 2, 20215 min read
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