Vintage serves up big portions, old-school style Mar 25, 2009
It goes light on the wine and incorporates artichokes, mushrooms, and asparagus. Pork chops are described as grilled with lemon oil sauce and Greek spices, an enticingly fresh-sounding dish; two thin, large pieces of pork are on the dry side but tasty enough. (Boston Globe)
Solve your stomach woes Mar 20, 2009
Quality yogurts and other fortified dairy products provide plenty of the former; artichokes, wheat-based cereals, onions, garlic, and bananas are particularly rich sources of the latter. Prebiotic-fortified foods are also available look for the words inulin and fructooligosaccharides on a product's list of ingredients. (MSNBC -- Health)
Give the traditional lamb a new culinary spin this Easter Mar 18, 2009
Roasted leg of lamb with herb salsa and fried artichokes. Makes 12 servings. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
The Top Ten Foods I Can't Live Without Mar 15, 2009
Bananas Bacon Vanilla or Fruit Ice Cream Shortbread Cookies New York Strip/Grilled Pork Spareribs Sourdough Bread Artichokes Potatoes in any form Cheddar Cheese. SiobhanEPI 10:54:32 AM on 03/14/09. (Epicurious.com)
It feels good to be back in the kitchen Mar 15, 2009
His kids thought it was wonderful even though two of them don t like artichokes ... 1 or 2 jars marinated artichokes, slightly drained ... Return bacon to pot (see note); add mushrooms, garlic, seasonings, hot sauce and artichokes. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
NOW SERVING: Loews Coronado's Mistral takes sustainable food approach to the extreme Mar 12, 2009
Depending upon the season, there are also papayas, strawberries, broccoli, artichokes, pomegranates and nearby groves of lemons, oranges, lime-quats, kumquats and more ... The Artichoke Milanese ( 13) features artichokes form Castroville Farms, with Parmesan, gremolata sauce and crispy pancetta ... "The resort's efforts have not gone unnoticed. USA Today recognized the Loews Coronado as one of the "10 great places to kick back while giving back," largely thanks to Mistral's organic menu.Carrying... (North County Times)
March is critical for planning your summer plantings Mar 12, 2009
Hey don't forget artichokes which turn out to be fabulous Alaska plants. They can grow huge in our sun. (Anchorage Daily News)
Four Perennial Vegetables: A Closer... Feb 26, 2009
To read about growing asparagus, see the article; " by Judith Vines. Rhubarb (Rheum rubarbarum)Rhubarb is an old-time favorite for pies, sauces for poultry and fish, jam and even wine. It is one of those vegetables that is either loved or hated. There is seldom a middle ground when it comes to the taste. It is also a dependable perennial for those living in parts of the world with long dreary winters. Rhubarb should be planted very early in the spring. Allow 3 feet in each direction for the... (Suite101.com)
A slice of the action Feb 25, 2009
Further toppings offer the right ratio and quality, but Italian choices are limited to the likes of salami, artichokes, olives, capers and anchovies ... Fresh regional ingredients complement imported Parma, artichokes and olive oil. (iAfrica.com)
Kitchen Call: A Ciao Italia chat Feb 21, 2009
LASAGNA WITH ARTICHOKES AND RICOTTA CHEESE. Lasagne ai Carciofi e Ricotta. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Healthy Recipes Feb 18, 2009
I've had great success with broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, green beans, yellow squash, mushrooms, and artichokes. Try to use only fresh herbs, if you can get them, and use a salad dressing that you know you like. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Healthy habits: A month of living perfectly Feb 17, 2009
Put as simply as possible, it advocated eating from all food groups every day -- two cups of fruit and two and a half cups of vegetables a day, including veggies both dark green (kale, broccoli) and orange (carrots, squash), starches (potatoes, corn), and "other" (artichokes, green beans). I also needed six-ounce equivalents daily of grain (at least half of it whole grain); about five and a half ounces of meat, fish, or poultry; and three cups of milk or yogurt. (CNN)
10 spots with heated patios Feb 16, 2009
You can also marvel over authentic Italian dishes like Roman-style meatballs cooked in white wine and lemon, homemade orechiette with sweet-spicy sausage and rapini and grilled lamb chops with artichokes and olive vinaigrette. On extra-chilly nights, ask for a blanket and get cozy. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Sexy foods that put you in the mood Feb 14, 2009
Seared Alaska Salmon With Tomatoes, Leeks, and Artichokes ... Stir in the garlic, artichokes, leeks, and white wine. (CNN -- Health)
Fine flavors in a new home at Craigie on Main Feb 11, 2009
Scallops are large, creamy muscles in a balanced setting: green olive puree, tiny artichokes, cockles, and red quinoa. It's a lovely dish. (Boston Globe)
36 hours in Carmel-by-the-Sea Feb 8, 2009
com) the original restaurant is in Washington, DC the menu features artichokes, asparagus and other vegetables grown within an hour's drive. Don't miss the local abalone served with caviar cream. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Baskets offer local veggies to the public Feb 8, 2009
The baskets will include the fruits and vegetables in season at the time and could include apples, artichokes, asparagus, beans, beets, berries, broccoli and cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, corn, cucumbers, eggplant, fennel, head lettuce, herbs, leafy greens, leeks and onions, parsnips, peppers, potatoes squash and tomatoes. The baskets will also include recipes. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
* Luminaries on the red carpet are going green Feb 8, 2009
Enjoy pizza X just chuck the cheese and sausage and pile it high with animal-friendly toppings such as peppers, mushrooms, artichokes and pineapple instead. The vegetarian recipes at GoVeg. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
A Good Neighbor Mar 30, 2008
Among the large plates, the rotisserie shines, turning out a beautifully bronzed organic chicken ($16) served on a bed of white beans with olives, cherry tomatoes and arugula, and a pork chop ($18) paired with artichokes and coins of fingerling potatoes ... The most expensive item is mahi mahi ($19); it's served with excellent mashed potatoes, fennel confit with green olive vinaigrette and a topping of shaved artichokes. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Reed's Ark -- Fruits galore on the South Shore Mar 27, 2008
Related to sunflowers are so-called Jerusalem artichokes, which are used like potatoes. Whether potatoes themselves should be listed as North American plants is debatable, as is the case for sweet potatoes, but both are products of domestication in the Americas and were and are widely grown. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
The Guerilla Gardener: Dig it Mar 22, 2008
Take a chance on something which shouldn t succeed here artichokes, pineapples, coconuts (good luck) I don t care. Give it your best shot. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
More of this story Mar 15, 2008
L'Angolo's vaulted ceilings are marigold, the tables and chairs blond, and a playful, lighthearted feeling pervades the place, enhanced by the fresh oranges and artichokes gathered in glass cases in front of the open kitchen, and the cane-sugar sodas lined up along the counter in a cheerful rainbow. Every table has a tea light and a small glass cup of clustered carnations in happy shades of pink and white, probably picked up each morning from the nearby Flower Mart. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Mix love into spring's veggie soups Mar 6, 2008
A shrimp broth enlivened by artichokes and gnocchi perfumed with fresh spring herbs ... Green garlic slender as scallions, artichokes no bigger than a billiard ball, potatoes with skins so tender you can rub them off -- the farmers markets are full of soup fixings just waiting for a pot ... You can use most any spring vegetable -- asparagus, artichokes, fava beans, peas, even delicate greens. (AZCentral -- Home)
Garden, landscape guide for March Mar 1, 2008
Plant transplants of artichokes, eggplant, peppers and tomatoes. Place 50 percent shade cloth over tomatoes to keep leafhopper insects away and to prevent curly-top virus. (AZCentral -- Home)
Which Comes First... the Recipe or the Ingredients? Feb 27, 2008
They were substituted with roasted artichokes and a broth enriched with dried porcini and the requisite saffron and pequillo peppers ... Maybe the artichokes were not at their seasonal peak, but the rest was pretty right on and the results stunned my vegetarian friend who is well versed in my love of all things meat. (Epicurious.com)
In the beginning Feb 24, 2008
According to the Territorial Seed Company planting chart, vegetable seeds that could be planted indoors now include asparagus (12/15-3/30), artichokes (1/1-5/1), peas (2/15-6/15), broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower all (3/1-4/30), eggplant, peppers, and onions (3/15-5/1), and lettuce (3/15-8/1), to name a few. Seed viability. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Changing the chopped salad game Feb 14, 2008
It's a great winter dish because the season's farmers market offers a lot of sturdy vegetables that stand up to chopping: celery, fennel, endive, turnips, artichokes, cardoons. And you don't always need to start with a long list of ingredients. (AZCentral -- Home)
Slow Cooker Ready & Waiting Feb 11, 2008
You'll find recipes for Beef Bourguignon, Chicken, Tomato and Tortilla Soup, Chicken with Mushrooms and Artichokes in Red Wine Soup, Turkey Breast Saltimbocca, Pear and Hazelnut Brown Betty as well as pot roast and chili recipes. Useful for all Skill Levels. (Suite101.com)
Planting perennial vegetables Feb 8, 2008
Yet these plants produce vegetable crops for many years without replanting, taste delicious, yield abundantly and can be harvested when annual plants aren't available, says Eric Toensmeier, in his "Perennial Vegetables: From Artichokes to Zuiki Taro, A Gardener's Guide to Over 100 Delicious and Easy-to-Grow Edibles.". "I think the information about what's been available out there has been greatly lacking," Toensmeier said in a telephone interview from Holyoke, Mass. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Valentine's Day dining Feb 5, 2008
The continental/Italian cuisine includes dishes such as John Henry's spinach ssoup, gnocchi with Bolognese sauce and veal Fantasia (the signature dish), made with white wine, mushrooms, peppers and artichokes. Steaks and numerous pasta dishes are available. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Knobbly needs Feb 2, 2008
Jerusalem artichokes may not look up to much, but beneath that gnarled exterior is a nutty, sweet vegetable that's a welcome treat in the winter kitchen ... They're not from Jerusalem and they're not artichokes, but don't let that put you off trying one of the great treats of the winter vegetable garden ... Jerusalem artichokes are great fun and easy to grow, too. (Guardian Unlimited)
It's garden catalog season! Feb 1, 2008
And Artichoke Imperial Star has been bred to produce artichokes in the first season, if exposed to three weeks of below-50-degree temperatures. ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
15 neighborhood gems Jan 22, 2008
One of the restaurant's favorite dishes is a sauted chicken or veal in a light lemon sauce with garlic, basil, artichokes, capers and sun dried tomatoes. Mi Cocina Mi Pais 4221 W. Bell Road, Phoenix 602-548-7900 A small restaurant whose tamale sampler is a must. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Healthy and green: Winter growing sprouts in Lincolnville Jan 19, 2008
She said she is excited about growing artichokes, which she trialed last summer with great results. When she visited stores asking what type of price they bring, she found that no one else is growing them. (Courier Publications, ME)
Using Mangoes in Meals Jan 14, 2008
From tender peas to juicy cherry tomatoes, tender steamed artichokes to tangy watercress, the combinations are limitless. So why not turn salad into something sensational for supper by creating your own satisfying salad. (Suite101.com)
BORCHARD A DIFFERENT KIND OF ARTIST Jan 11, 2008
He grew up in Salinas in a farming family, growing artichokes and broccoli, driving tractors with his brothers. The Borchard brothers ordered a few catalogs and taught themselves taxidermy in the 1960s. (The Union Democrat)
January Garden Guide: Plant a tree Jan 5, 2008
Plant transplants of artichokes, asparagus, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and chard. To save culinary herbs, such as thyme, oregano, etc. (AZCentral -- Home)
The skinny on the Sadkhin complex Jan 2, 2008
But when you're on the Sadkhin Complex, it's important to focus on what you can have: A plethora of fruits and vegetables, including avocados, bananas and artichokes. In his Brooklyn office, Dr. Sadkhin patiently answered my questions and introduced me to women who lost several dress sizes. (Newsday -- New York City)
2007 was a very good year - we pick the top 10 dining spots Jan 2, 2008
Look for some interesting "surf and turf" variations such as Monterey red abalone with pork belly, artichokes and a meaty glaze; and sea scallops paired with smoked duck. Some main courses have subtle Asian influences, such as Beijing-style squab with a dried plum sauce and ginger cabbage. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Top new restaurants Dec 29, 2007
Unlike his conceptual tidbits at , the cooking at Tapa is all about transforming a few choice ingredients -- purple-tinged artichokes, cured-tuna shavings -- into swoon-inducing treats. Fight your way to a stool at the counter, a playful evocation of a produce-laden stall at the Boquera market, and don't stop ordering. (CNN -- Travel)
Cartwright's Dec 25, 2007
Pan roasted halibut ($24) is nice splashed with tamari atop aromatic Texmati rice, Asian greens and wokked vegetables, but even meaty Chilean sea bass ($28) struggles to surface above an ocean of thick tomato garlic vinaigrette, a bed of artichokes, leeks, garlic, roasted tomatoes and spinach, plus a knot of pesto-tossed angel hair pasta. Any missteps are forgiven with the first bite of dessert (all $8). (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Cooks' books Dec 20, 2007
Staples that make up the Sardinian larder include lamb, pecorino, artichokes, bitter honey, bottarga (a salted, dried fish roe) and fregula (a small, round pasta). Those ingredients appear in lamb ravioli in a hearty lamb sauce; seared scallops with fregula pasta; roasted eggplant with tomato and basil; and a panna cotta flavored with bitter honey, which bees make from the pollen of the corbezzolo or strawberry tree. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Three days in Ojai, California Dec 15, 2007
Treat yourself: Small plates (tomato-and-basil-stuffed artichokes; smoked salmon on baguette) make up the menu at Azu (457 E. Ojai Ave.; 805/640-7987; dinner for two $50), a diminutive tapas bar inspired by chef Laurel Moore's travels in Spain. With more than 60 wines, 20 vodkas and six beers on tap, it's also the perfect place to round out the night -- and your visit. (CNN -- Travel)
New chef enriches Harvest Dec 13, 2007
And there's the odd dish that could hold back a bit more; does monkfish really need to be accompanied by herbed stuffing, bacon, artichokes, beans, and cockles, all in a broth heavily dosed with smoked paprika (so much so that one night it's inedible - let's chalk it up to day-after-Thanksgiving exhaustion). But most things work, down to a bourbon pecan tart with a crisp-chewy crust, complemented by dried cranberries, and a chocolate souffle that the server punctures for you, then fills with a... (Boston Globe)
10 'Healthy' Foods That Aren't So Healthy Dec 12, 2007
A better choice, said Zuckerbrot, is hitting the salad bar and grabbing lots of lettuce, artichokes and broccoli, topped with plain balsamic vinegar. For 100 to 200 calories, you get a lot more for a lot less calories. (Fox News)
Lots of prep work behind kosher events Dec 8, 2007
Selig was partial to the seviche, paella, short ribs and chicken with artichokes served at the gala. All were quite a step up from the comparably dull meals she recalled eating years ago, when kosher meals had to be brought into facilities without kosher kitchens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Eat the Best Foods of the Season Nov 28, 2007
Vegetables in season in December include artichokes, avocados, beans, beets, bell peppers, bok choy, broccoli, broccoli rabe, brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, chard, chili peppers, collards, endive, fennel, kale, kohlrabi, leeks, lettuce, mushrooms, onions, parsnips, potatoes, radicchio, radishes, rutabaga, scallions, spinach, winter squash, sunchokes, sweet potatoes and turnips. Among the end-of-the-year seasonal fruits and nuts are chestnuts, dates, grapefruit, grapes,... (Suite101.com)
Perennial crops: The garden that keeps giving Nov 25, 2007
Artichokes, one of our most celebrated perennials, occupy a 3- to 5-foot-diameter circle when fully grown. Chayote vines can meander for 30 to 100 feet, with one plant producing as many as 100 fruits a year, and the perennial hyacinth bean likes to climb up pergolas and 18-foot trellises. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Texas Growers Eye Artichoke Market Nov 23, 2007
A Texas Aersity researcher and a commercial grower in southern Texas are on a quest to use the area's Winter Garden region, with its cool wintertime temperatures, to grow artichokes comparable to California's finest ... While Leskovar, who has experimented with artichokes for three years, has no illusions that Texas could ever really grow as many artichokes as California, he said the heads grown here can be "as good or better" than those from out West ... "I would wish them luck in finding a... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Texas artichoke growers aim to break California hold on industry Nov 23, 2007
Now a Texas A&M University researcher and a commercial grower in southern Texas are on a quest to use the area's Winter Garden region to grow artichokes comparable to California's finest ... D'Hanis farmer Jerry Van Damme says last year he sold all 600 cartons of artichokes he harvested to the H.E. Butt Grocery Company. (KSLA.com, LA)
Judy Neary's garden: This Thanksgiving feast comes fresh from the backyard Nov 21, 2007
Not to mention vegetables from a (artichokes) to z (zucchini). She cooks all summer long, freezing meals to tide her over during the winter months. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Moroccan Cookbook Nov 21, 2007
Typical foods include Moroccan Chicken Pie (B'stilla), Fava Bean Soup, Roast Chicken with Lemon Sauce, Chicken with Marinated Figs and Walnuts, Braised Lamb with Peas and Artichokes, Lamb stuffed with Couscous and Dates and Lamb with Zucchini and Fresh Mint. More exotic offerings include Shrimp Pastries (using cilantro, cumin, tomato and green chilis), Roast Pidgeon Stuffed with Almonds and Couscous, Lamb with Chestnuts and Cinnamon (topped with orange flower water. (Suite101.com)
Princeton's Thanksgiving table Nov 20, 2007
The first course featured braised organic artichokes, fig brule au poivre, heirloom tomatoes and organic field greens with a drizzle of white balsamic vinaigrette and oven-dried tomato confit. This long mouthful of delicacies was not gourmet sensationalism as much as it was gastronomic realism. (The Daily Princetonian, NJ)
Luxury In Saratoga Nov 18, 2007
As is the trend today, Armellino offers surf and turf in several dishes, the most notable one pairing slightly chewy farm-raised Monterey red abalone with translucent slices of pork belly ($25) with artichokes and a meaty glaze, producing a dish that's both refined and rustic. That same theme is echoed in the sea scallops ($17) sauteed to a mahogany hue and arranged over pumpkin flavored with smoked paprika, dabs of violet mustard and smoked duck. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
What To Eat For Glowing Healthy Skin Nov 16, 2007
17, 2004) Artichokes and beans may not be at the top of your list of favorite foods, but when it comes to antioxidants, these veggies earn a coveted place. They are among a growing variety of foods found to. (Science Daily)
Innovate with these basic tart recipes Nov 16, 2007
Add polenta and gently fold in artichokes and onion. Pour into the spring-form pan. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Addison has perfect mix of ambience, energy, flavor Nov 15, 2007
Bradley takes the rustic French dish Artichokes Barigoule and refines it into a clever and stylish signature. Artichoke hearts turned into circles are mounded with black-olive tapenade that has a mysteriously earthy, salty and sweet flavor. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Sonoma Casual Dining Nov 13, 2007
The Central Coast Pizza sounded notable too - artichokes, kalamata olives, mushrooms, tomatoes, capers, basil and goat cheese atop a thin, crisp crust. another must-try on my next visit. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Feed a crowd Nov 8, 2007
Pizza toppings can range from sliced pepperoni and canned artichokes to sauteed fresh vegetables. One pound of fresh vegetables or meat is enough to flavor four pizzas. (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
PA Dutch Thanksgiving Feast Nov 8, 2007
People in the Old World were treated to maize (Indian corn), white potatoes, yams, peppers, sunflower seeds, Jerusalem artichokes, wild rice, tomatoes, cocoa beans, pumpkins and turkey. Pennsylvania Dutch Feast: Selected Recipes. (Suite101.com)
Dill Or No Dill Nov 6, 2007
For example, they currently are growing artichokes that, although are typically only found in climates such as California, seem to be flourishing under their care ... Akin's Farm crops include asparagus, artichokes, garlic, potatoes, onions, green beans, fresh shell beans, cucumbers, purple hull peas, tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, squash, okra, cantaloupes, watermelons and turnip greens. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Good dishes to feed a crowd Nov 5, 2007
Pizza toppings can range from sliced pepperoni and canned artichokes to sauteed fresh vegetables ... Canned artichokes, drained and quartered. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
City program helps disabled gardeners develop an eye for vegetables Nov 4, 2007
"Some are more into gardening than others. I try to set everyone up with certain activities. Some have still a little bit of sight and can be more independent. With totally blind people, I have to pull all my creativity together. We grow what's good for blind people to garden with. I know what works - tactile things, texture stuff, herbs that smell. Beans are good; so is corn, artichokes, potatoes, lettuce, cucumber. "We're in the fog belt, so I can't grow everything I'd like to grow, like... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Just a softie at heart Nov 3, 2007
Artichokes with egg, capers and spring herbs ... The purple, thornier artichokes often have the best flavour ... Look for artichokes that are youthful. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
California farmers scramble to sustain crops after water cuts Nov 3, 2007
Acres with lettuce, meanwhile, grew by less than a fifth over that period, while other annual field crops, such as snap beans, artichokes and garlic, lost acreage. The flexibility that was out there was significantly diminished, said David Zoldoske, who leads the International Center for Water Technology at California State University, Fresno. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
