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From Politics to Pulaw – A Seat at the Table Pilaf

January 25, 2021 by Julie Kohl Leave a Comment

A Seat at the Table Pilaf

In his Martin Luther King Day blogpost, Ozy‘s Carlos Watson calls on us all to find ways forward, to  #ResetAmerica.  My thoughts — plus a pilaf recipe  — are here. I’d love to hear yours. New year!  New president!  Same old worries from 2020, though. I’m worried about our democracy, our future, and the fact that…

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Filed Under: grain dish, MAIN COURSE Tagged With: allspice, broccoli, cauliflower, cinnamon, green beans, lime, onion, pilaf, pulaw, raisins, rice, tomato, turmeric

M’jeddrah for the Win

November 30, 2020 by Ellen Kanner 2 Comments

M’jeddrah

Lentils and brown rice (a whole grain) combine to make M’jeddrah, a classic earthy Egyptian pilaf that’s greater than the sum of its parts. Cheap and satisfying, crazy with protein, fiber and other nourishing things, it’s comfort in a bowl. Serve with your favorite salad or roasted vegetables. November 4, the day after the election,…

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Filed Under: grain dish, MAIN COURSE Tagged With: bay, broth, brown rice, cumin, egyptian, lentils, onion, rice, roasted vegetables, salad

Going for the Gold Quinoa

November 9, 2020 by Ellen Kanner Leave a Comment

Go for the Gold Quinoa

The tropical flavors and layers of texture in this golden main course make your mouth happy, but there’s more than fun on the plate.  Quinoa offers fiber and protein, turmeric and cumin are anti-inflammatory, mango and lime add a zip of vitamin C. It’s a delicious prescription to keep your immunity strong. Missed my World…

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Filed Under: grain dish, LIGHT MEALS, MAIN COURSE Tagged With: basil, carrot, cilantro, coconut, coconut oil, cumin, firm tofu, lime, mango, mint, mustard seed, quinoa, sesame seeds, sprouts, tofu, turmeric

What Goes Around Comes Around — How Lentils, Pomegranates and Other Round Foods Can Get You Back in the Holiday Spirit

September 28, 2020 by Ellen Kanner Leave a Comment

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, got off to a rocky start with the devastating loss of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Add to that the awful toll of COVID, and what is normally a time of hope, sweetness and shine doesn’t feel that way. I want to help you to reconnect with my…

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Filed Under: grain dish, MAIN COURSE Tagged With: comfort, jewish, lentil, lentils, new year, pomegranate, Rosh Hashanah, sacred food, symbolic food, wholeness, yom kippur

Biblical Barley and Herb Salad

September 21, 2020 by Ellen Kanner Leave a Comment

middle eastern biblical barley and herb salad

It’s Whole Grains Month and I’m celebrating with this satisfying Middle Eastern barley and herb salad. Barley has a satisfying chew, is high in protein and out-fibers many other whole grains. Originally posted for Huffington Post on 05/30/2011 Meatless by the Book If you want to find justification in the Bible for any sort of behavior, it’s in…

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Filed Under: grain dish, MAIN COURSE Tagged With: barley, Biblical Barley and Herb Salad, herbs, middle eastern, salad, whole grains

Wild Rice Agrodolce

August 24, 2020 by Ellen Kanner Leave a Comment

Agrodolce is a sweet and sour condiment sauce that is popular in Italian cooking. Wild Rice Agrodolce borrows some elements of that sweet and sour sauce. It has a touch of heat thanks to garlic and red pepper flakes, a touch of sweetness from currants, and brightness added by fresh herbs. The recipe comes from…

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Filed Under: grain dish, MAIN COURSE Tagged With: agrodulce, alpine bakery, Alpine Organic Bakery, asparagus, canada, herbs, pine nuts, plant-based diet, rice, Suat Tuzlak, wild rice, Yukon

Sherried Mushroom Pilaf

April 13, 2020 by Ellen Kanner Leave a Comment

sherried mushroom pilaf is comfort food in a bowl

Comfort food can offer comfort even in the cruelest of times. This Sherried Mushroom Pilaf is loaded with nutty grains, greens and delicious mushrooms for creamy comfort in a bowl. April is the cruelest month, breeding Lilacs out of the dead land, mixing Memory and desire, stirring Dull roots with spring rain. ~T S Eliot,…

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Filed Under: grain dish, MAIN COURSE Tagged With: greens, kale, mushroom, rice, spring

Quinoa With Mint Pesto and Spring Greens

April 6, 2020 by Ellen Kanner Leave a Comment

Quinoa with Mint Pesto and Spring Greens

I’d intended to make this post about Passover and Easter, the two holidays coming up this week. Nature has had other ideas, signaling to me in my favorite kind of way. As the birds and the bees flit about collecting seeds and pollen, we too begin to enjoy more of nature in our food. Fresh…

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Filed Under: grain dish, MAIN COURSE, veggie dish Tagged With: Passover and Easter, Quinoa With Mint Pesto and Spring Greens

The Eating of the Greens | St. Patrick’s Day Wild Greens and Barley

March 16, 2020 by Ellen Kanner Leave a Comment

wild greens and barley

Wild greens are fresh and abundant in the spring. They can add a burst of flavor and brightness to any whole-grain dish. Celebrate St. Patricks Day with a hearty bowl of wild greens and barley. The Eating of the Greens Originally posted for Huffington Post on 3/16/2015 Wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day brings good…

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Filed Under: grain dish, MAIN COURSE, veggie dish Tagged With: barley, dandelion greens, St. Patrick's Day

Seven Seed Quinoa With Spinach and Sesame Dressing

November 4, 2019 by Ellen Kanner Leave a Comment

Seed Food and Wine Festival — The Seed That Started Big Gets Bigger Originally posted for Huffington Post on 10/24/2016 Seed Food & Wine is back for its 6th fabulous year, with our signature Burger Battle happening Thursday, November 7 and a whole wild weekend of plant-based parties and more. Come meet me Friday November…

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Filed Under: grain dish, MAIN COURSE Tagged With: Seed Food and Wine Festival, Seven Seed Quinoa With Spinach and Sesame Dressing

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