Burdock Root & Shiitake Mushroom Stir Fry

by Mardi // August 18, 2013 // No Comments

I was introduced to burdock root in one of my first classes at Natural Gourmet. I had seen it in my local market before, but I never knew anything about it. During this veggie demo class, our teacher sliced up... Continue reading →

Watermelon Cucumber Gazpacho

by Mardi // July 10, 2011 // No Comments

After a great Fourth of July weekend, I returned home to a whole watermelon sitting on my kitchen counter. It had been there, leftover from a supper club dinner, staring me in the face for a few weeks and I have been... Continue reading →

My Favorite Winter Time Soup

by Mardi // November 13, 2010 // 1 Comment

When I got home today, my downstairs neighbors were playing Christmas music and this of course got me into the winter spirit. Last winter I discovered one of my favorite quick, warm meals – Red Fork Spanish Red Pepper soup. Continue reading →

Spicy White Bean & Artichoke Dip

by Mardi // October 21, 2010 // 2 Comments

In addition to my favorite edamame dip, I decided to do blend up a quick spicy white bean and artichoke dip for pumpkin carving night. Continue reading →

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Burdock Root & Shiitake Mushroom Stir Fry

Watermelon Cucumber Gazpacho

My Favorite Winter Time Soup

Spicy White Bean & Artichoke Dip