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Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes)

Kohlrabi, a member of the brassicaceae (cabbage) family, looks like a turnip growing above ground with leaves sprouting from its side. It actually is the enlarged portion of the stem. First grown in Europe around 1500 and introduced to America around 1800. Growing: Plant … Continue reading

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Chicken & Lotus Root with 3 Flowers

Chinese New Year is Monday, January 23, 2012, the year of the dragon. Here is a recipe to ring in the New Year. Serve this dish with steamed jasmine rice or serve as part of a multi-course meal. Chicken & Lotus Root with 3 … Continue reading

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Cabbages (Brassica oleracea)

Looking for a quick, easy and inexpensive vegetable dish? Cabbage is the answer. Cabbage is one of the least labor intensive vegetables to prepare because it grows from the inside out. To prepare, all one has to do is remove … Continue reading

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