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December 12, 2025

Siberian: The Cold-Immune, Sweet, Broadleaf Kale of Deep Winter

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Siberian: The Cold-Immune, Sweet, Broadleaf Kale of Deep Winter Best Chef Recipes — Pacific Northwest Ingredient Series Siberian kale is one of the hardiest edible greens in the Brassica napus family—capable of surviving deep freezes, waterlogged soils, and low winter light with almost no loss…

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December 5, 2025

The Complete Guide to Ancient Grains: History, Nutrition, and Modern Culinary Use

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The Complete Guide to Ancient Grains: History, Nutrition, and Modern Culinary Use Best Chef Recipes — Ingredient Knowledge Series Ancient grains have re-emerged as a defining category in modern culinary practice. These heritage cereals and pseudograins — unchanged by modern breeding and cultivated for thousands…

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November 30, 2025

Red Russian: The Tender, Sweet, Oakleaf Kale of Winter

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Red Russian: The Tender, Sweet, Oakleaf Kale of Winter Best Chef Recipes — Pacific Northwest Ingredient Series Red Russian kale is one of the most beloved winter kales for chefs and growers across the Pacific Northwest. Unlike most curl-leaf kales in the Brassica oleracea family,…

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Hello I’m Chef Scott Stokes and my work here has the goal of bringing together professionally developed recipes and an expansive ingredient index, offering dishes, botanical, cultural, and culinary knowledge behind them. I’m probably cooking dinner somewhere in the PNW, always learning and growing as a cook. Join me in my exploration of food.

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Siberian: The Cold-Immune, Sweet, Broadleaf Kale of Deep Winter

Siberian: The Cold-Immune, Sweet,…

Siberian: The Cold-Immune, Sweet, Broadleaf Kale of Deep Winter Best Chef Recipes — Pacific Northwest Ingredient Series Siberian…

The Complete Guide to Ancient Grains: History, Nutrition, and Modern Culinary Use

The Complete Guide to…

The Complete Guide to Ancient Grains: History, Nutrition, and Modern Culinary Use Best Chef Recipes — Ingredient Knowledge…

Red Russian: The Tender, Sweet, Oakleaf Kale of Winter

Red Russian: The Tender,…

Red Russian: The Tender, Sweet, Oakleaf Kale of Winter Best Chef Recipes — Pacific Northwest Ingredient Series Red…

Featured Category

Siberian: The Cold-Immune, Sweet, Broadleaf Kale of Deep Winter

Siberian: The Cold-Immune, Sweet,…

Siberian: The Cold-Immune, Sweet, Broadleaf Kale of Deep Winter Best Chef Recipes — Pacific Northwest Ingredient Series Siberian…

The Complete Guide to Ancient Grains: History, Nutrition, and Modern Culinary Use

The Complete Guide to…

The Complete Guide to Ancient Grains: History, Nutrition, and Modern Culinary Use Best Chef Recipes — Ingredient Knowledge…

Red Russian: The Tender, Sweet, Oakleaf Kale of Winter

Red Russian: The Tender,…

Red Russian: The Tender, Sweet, Oakleaf Kale of Winter Best Chef Recipes — Pacific Northwest Ingredient Series Red…

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Did You Know?

Ingredient Pairings

Sage and butternut squash make a delightful pairing, as the earthy and slightly peppery flavor of sage enhances the sweetness of the squash. This combination is often used in comforting fall dishes like soups and risottos.

Food Facts

Cashews grow outside of a fruit called a cashew apple. The 'nut' we eat is actually the seed found at the bottom of the cashew apple.

Cooking Tips

When chopping onions, refrigerate them for a few minutes before cutting to reduce the release of the irritating compounds that cause tears.

Ingredient Spotlight

Sweet potatoes are starchy root vegetables that have a naturally sweet taste. They are packed with vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants. Sweet potatoes can be baked, roasted, mashed, or used in both sweet and savory preparations.

Foraging Facts

Some edible wild plants, like stinging nettle, require special handling before consumption to neutralize their stinging hairs. Blanching or cooking is often necessary to eliminate the sting and make them safe to eat.

Baking Hacks

To make a simple glaze for pastries or cakes, mix powdered sugar with a small amount of milk or citrus juice until you reach a desired consistency. Drizzle the glaze over the baked goods for a sweet finishing touch.

Culinary Terms

Tempering chocolate is the process of gradually heating and cooling melted chocolate to stabilize the cocoa butter crystals, ensuring a smooth and glossy finish when it sets.

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