by Kathy Casey | Apr 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
Local, wild morel mushrooms are treasured like gold and every spring fungi enthusiasts rush out to scope their secret spots, looking for the first signs of this delicacy! Morels fruit in two types of habitat. In areas where they are naturalized, they fruit every year....
by Kathy Casey | Mar 21, 2019 | Uncategorized
Ah, arugula! This bold green livens up any dish it’s in. Nicknamed “Garden Rocket,” it grows fast, almost like a weed in our northwest climate. Well, weed or not, this tasty leaf is full of great health benefits. Just 4 ounces of this green is just 25...
by Kathy Casey | Mar 14, 2019 | Uncategorized
Cinnamon has a spicy history. Wars were fought over trading rights and Ancient Romans paid more for cinnamon than its weight in gold! Fresh cinnamon sticks from World Spice Merchants at Pike Place! It has been used for thousands of years in Chinese medicine for its...
by Kathy Casey | Feb 7, 2019 | Uncategorized
Have you seen ginormous citrus fruits that look like monster grapefruits? They’re called pummelos – and are the biggest variety of citrus! Not as well known in the citrus family but they will be soon! If you are a citrus fanatic like me, you will love pummelos. Pick...
by Kathy Casey | Jan 31, 2019 | Uncategorized
Need some new d’lish ideas for the big game? I have some tasty recipes for your next big party! Everyone loves the classics: crab dip, wings, deviled eggs, but how about some new variations? Warm Crab, Mushroom & Brie Dip is my play on Hot Crab Dip is made with...
by Kathy Casey | Jan 17, 2019 | Uncategorized
Whole grains are all the rage, and with good reason. Their health benefits and high-fiber content make them a great addition to your regular menu! One of my favorites is quinoa, an ancient grain-like seed. It’s a high-quality protein with eight essential amino acids...
