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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

Basil and tomatoes are a perfect match, as the fresh, bright flavor of basil complements the sweet and slightly acidic taste of tomatoes. This pairing is often seen in Italian dishes like pasta and pizza.

Food Facts

Pineapples are not actually a single fruit, but a group of berries fused together. Each 'eye' on a pineapple is a separate flower with its own sweet juice.

Cooking Tips

To avoid over-salting a dish, taste and season gradually. Remember, you can always add more salt, but it's challenging to fix an overly salty dish.

Ingredient Spotlight

Lemon is a citrus fruit known for its bright, tangy flavor. It adds a refreshing and acidic element to both sweet and savory dishes. Lemon juice and zest are commonly used in dressings, marinades, desserts, and beverages.

Foraging Facts

Edible seaweed, such as nori, dulse, and wakame, can be foraged along coastlines and is a nutritious addition to various dishes. Make sure to forage from clean water sources and be aware of local regulations regarding seaweed harvesting.

Baking Hacks

When making pastry dough, use ice-cold water to help keep the dough cold and maintain its flakiness. Cold water slows down the formation of gluten in the dough.

Culinary Terms

Blanching is a cooking technique that involves briefly immersing food in boiling water and then transferring it to an ice bath to halt the cooking process. It is commonly used to preserve the color, texture, and flavor of vegetables.

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