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Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme
Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme
The real story
Linda Lum
Sep 26
Celery is More Than a Garnish for Your Bloody Mary
Celery is More Than a Garnish for Your Bloody Mary
This versatile veggie/root/herb could be the star of the show in your kitchen
Linda Lum
Sep 24
Broccoli: How to Turn It From Loathsome to Lovable
Broccoli: How to Turn It From Loathsome to Lovable
Your childhood nightmare vegetable deserves a second chance
Linda Lum
Sep 21
Lasagne Isn’t Italian
Lasagne Isn’t Italian
Made in America, born in Greece, and refined by the British, but we consider it an Italian dish. Here’s the story.
Linda Lum
Sep 21
All You Need to Know About Empanadas from A (Arabia) to Z (Zanzibar)
All You Need to Know About Empanadas from A (Arabia) to Z (Zanzibar)
A brief history, my recipe, and much, much more!
Linda Lum
Sep 20
“The Curious Case of the Pie Disguised as a Cake” Solves a Cold Case File
“The Curious Case of the Pie Disguised as a Cake” Solves a Cold Case File
If you thought the recipe was lost forever, I have good news. Keep reading.
Linda Lum
Sep 17
Quinoa — An Ancient Superfood Turned Mainstream
Quinoa — An Ancient Superfood Turned Mainstream
It’s a perfect food — and I’m here to prove it!
Linda Lum
Sep 16
You Can Make Tahini — The Base for Every Middle Eastern Dip
You Can Make Tahini — The Base for Every Middle Eastern Dip
So good you’ll want to eat it with a spoon and put it in EVERYTHING
Linda Lum
Sep 16
How Almonds Spread Across the World
How Almonds Spread Across the World
And eight super cooking/baking recipes just for you!
Linda Lum
Sep 15
The History of Mexican Rice
The History of Mexican Rice
And a make-at-home recipe better than the restaurant
Linda Lum
Sep 13
Snickerdoodle: Funny Name for a Seriously Awesome Cookie
Snickerdoodle: Funny Name for a Seriously Awesome Cookie
How to Make the Best Cinnamon Sugar Cookie on the Planet
Linda Lum
Sep 12
Carrots Were Wartime Propaganda?
Carrots Were Wartime Propaganda?
All about that old-as-time unassuming veggie—and some great recipes!
Linda Lum
Sep 11
Swedish Meatballs Better than IKEA’s? You Bet They Are
Swedish Meatballs Better than IKEA’s? You Bet They Are
Plus bonus material — a real, honest-to-goodness food fight!
Linda Lum
Aug 25
The Cornish Pasty Rhymes with Nasty — But It’s a Tasty Hand-held Pie
The Cornish Pasty Rhymes with Nasty — But It’s a Tasty Hand-held Pie
This meal-in-a-turnover originated in Britain and then went Stateside. Here’s the story, and a handful of recipes
Linda Lum
Aug 24
My New Book is (Almost) Ready for Publication
My New Book is (Almost) Ready for Publication
And I’m going to share a few teasers here on Medium
Linda Lum
Aug 19
This is One of the Most Puzzling Lifeforms on Earth
This is One of the Most Puzzling Lifeforms on Earth
Of all the foods on earth, the story of coconut might be the most complex, confusing, and mysterious.
Linda Lum
Aug 17
Peanut Butter and Onions?
Peanut Butter and Onions?
Perhaps the Great Depression’s oddest sandwich
Linda Lum
Aug 15
How to Grow, Brine, and Even Cook With Pickles
How to Grow, Brine, and Even Cook With Pickles
I’m in a pickle, and I want you to join me.
Linda Lum
Aug 14
Make Dolmas Your Way
Make Dolmas Your Way
Dolmas can be more than just stuffed grape leaves.
Linda Lum
Aug 11
Green Beans Deserve a Second Chance
Green Beans Deserve a Second Chance
Forget the cream of mushroom soup, and enjoy these fresh veggies as God intended
Linda Lum
Aug 4
Why You Should Eat Papayas (No, Really)
Why You Should Eat Papayas (No, Really)
This super-fruit is super-versatile and super-healthy (and it has a great back-story)
Linda Lum
Aug 2
You Can Make Perfect Fried Rice
You Can Make Perfect Fried Rice
Just like your favorite take-out — not sticky, gloppy, gluey, but perfect
Linda Lum
Jul 30
Let’s Make Some Deviled Eggs
Let’s Make Some Deviled Eggs
This easy appetizer belongs on your picnic table
Linda Lum
Jul 20
All About Risotto
All About Risotto
It began life as a peasant meal, but you can transform it into a company-worthy dish.
Linda Lum
Jul 12
Mango Mania — Passing Fad or a Smart Health Choice?
Mango Mania — Passing Fad or a Smart Health Choice?
History, Facts, and 4 Amazing Recipes Just for You
Linda Lum
Jul 2
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