There is something intrinsically gratifying about a hearty grain salad. Fresh and chewy, brimming with greens and chopped vegetables, it’s nutritious, versatile, and satisfying. This bulgur salad is tumbled with lemon, spices, and fresh herbs, along with chopped peppers and grated carrot for juicy sweetness and crunch. It’s spread over a bed of greens and…
Take Some Rice on the Wild Side
I met the wild ricer behind a ski lodge in the mountains above Lake Tahoe. We were both attending a writing workshop, and we took turns reading our work to each other. My project was a passionate essay about the evils of Christmas tree farms that I’m embarrassed to even remember. The wild ricer, a…
25 Million Ton Backlog of Grains Blocked From Being Exported out of Ukraine: UN Food Agency
A huge backlog of grain shipments totaling nearly 25 million tons is stranded in Ukraine and unable to be transported out of the country owing to “infrastructure challenges” and blocked ports in the Black Sea, according to a U.N. food agency official. The blocked shipment of grains could be further exacerbating high food prices across…
Couscous Salad With Scallions, Golden Raisins, and Chickpeas
Couscous is such a versatile ingredient; it takes well to all sorts of additions, garnishes, and even cooking liquids, from savory stocks to sweet juices, and can be served hot or cold. I’ve even made it using cranberry or pomegranate juice instead of water to tint the grains a beautiful, deep red color and add…
Dealing With Food Shortages, China Investigates Senior Officials
Food shortages in China have scared the ruling communist regime, which announced on July 13 that two officials responsible for the nation’s food security are under investigation. On July 9, leader Xi Jinping ordered the regime to make food supply concerns a national security issue while recent data has shown that China has been increasing…
The Journey to Perfect Rice
I have nothing but tough love for those who claim they can’t cook a pot of rice. Quit acting so helpless. Cook the rice. If you screw it up, consider what went wrong and adjust. Like you do when making a sandwich. Which is much easier to screw up than a pot of rice. Not…
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