Category Archives: Side dishes

Love, Love, Lovage . . . You Gotta Plant Some Lovage (and make this Soufflé)

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Margaret

Just sayin’ . . . I don’t mean to be bossy, but if you don’t have a lovage plant in your yard yet . . . what’s stopping you? This hardy herb grows just about anywhere, and I actually recommend … Continue reading →

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How to Cook Quinoa

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Margaret

Quinoa is a new-old superfood. New – because it’s only become known in North America in the last few decades, and old – because it’s been grown and used in South America for thousands of years. It is the food … Continue reading →

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Golden Vanilla Rice Pilaf

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Margaret

Looking for an elegant side dish for entertaining? This one is a hit. Light, sophisticated . . . the perfect partner to chicken, fish, or any main dish, really. Its subtle but surprising flavour comes from the vanilla, which melds … Continue reading →

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