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Ancient Grains for Modern Meals

Author : Maria Speck
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
ISBN 13 : 1607740621
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (77 download)

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Download or read book Ancient Grains for Modern Meals written by Maria Speck and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2011-04-26 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE COOKBOOK • From amaranth and buckwheat to quinoa and spelt, discover the versatility, flavor, and sophistication of whole grains with over 75 satisfying recipes that draw on food traditions from across the Mediterranean and northern Europe. “A sensuous love letter to the delicious possibilities of whole grains.”—The Kitchn Winner: IACP Julia Child Award, Gourmand World Cookbook Award One of The Washington Post’s Ten Best Cookbooks of the Year Food writer Maria Speck’s passion for propelling Old World staples such as farro, barley, buckwheat, polenta, and wheat berries to the forefront of new American cooking is beautifully presented in Ancient Grains for Modern Meals. Rustic but elegant dishes—Creamy Farro with Honey-Roasted Grapes, Barley Salad with Figs and Tarragon-Lemon Dressing, Buckwheat-Feta Burgers with Tangy Parsley Sauce, and Purple Rice Pudding with Rose Water Dates—are sure to please discerning palates and become favorites in any whole grain repertoire. Food lovers and health-conscious home chefs alike learn how to integrate whole grains into their busy lives, from quick-cooking quinoa and buckwheat to the slower varieties such as spelt and Kamut. The stunning flavors and lively textures of whole grains are enhanced with natural ingredients such as butter, cream, and prosciutto—in moderation—to create lush Mediterranean-inspired recipes. Maria’s approachable style and generous spirit make this collection of time-honored, updated classics a treasury for today’s cooks.

Simply Ancient Grains

Author : Maria Speck
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
ISBN 13 : 1607745887
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (77 download)

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Download or read book Simply Ancient Grains written by Maria Speck and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2015-04-14 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The award-winning author of Ancient Grains for Modern Meals makes cooking with ancient grains faster, more intuitive, and easier than ever before in this collection of over 100 recipes, most of which are gluten-free. Winner of the M.F.K Fisher Award From black rice to red quinoa to golden Kamut berries, ancient grains are showing up on restaurant menus and store shelves in abundance. Yet in home kitchens, many fear that whole grains are too difficult and time-consuming to prepare. In Simply Ancient Grains, Maria Speck makes cooking with these fascinating and nourishing staples easy and accessible with sumptuous recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert. She breaks down how to choose and prepare ancient grains, giving detailed information on texture, flavor, and nutrition for each grain and notes which are gluten-free. Her family-friendly dishes are Mediterranean-inspired and delicious, such as Spicy Honey and Habanero Shrimp with Cherry Couscous; Farro Salad with Roasted Eggplant, Caramelized Onion, and Pine Nuts; Roasted Portobello Mushrooms with Hazelnut Buckwheat Stuffing; and Red Rice Shakshuka with Feta Cheese. Maria’s tips and simplified approach take whole grain cooking to the next level by amplifying the flavor and enduring beauty of these nutritious grains.

Ancient Grains for Modern Meals

Author : Maria Speck
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
ISBN 13 : 1580083544
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (8 download)

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Grain Mains

Author : Bruce Weinstein
Publisher : Rodale Books
ISBN 13 : 1609613074
Total Pages : 243 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (96 download)

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Download or read book Grain Mains written by Bruce Weinstein and published by Rodale Books. This book was released on 2012-08-21 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A long-overdue cookbook that takes whole grains from "good for you" side dish to sophisticated and satisfying main course. We all know that choosing whole grains over processed ingredients is better for our health, yet the likes of millet, quinoa, and barley are still stuck on the culinary sidelines. Bruce Weinstein and Mark Scarbrough bring these unheralded culinary superstars to the center of the plate, with more than 100 recipes showing that their range of textures and flavors is greater than any other food group, they're incredibly versatile, they're economical, and they can anchor a meal. Readers will be surprised at how easily and creatively whole grains can be used as the base for breakfast, dessert, and elegant entrees: Baked Barley Grits with Apples and Sausage will far outdo the standard cornmeal; and Millet Burgers with Olives, Sun-dried Tomatoes, and Pecorino won't leave anyone missing the meat. Tips on quick-cooking grains or precooking ahead of time make cooking with these hearty staples practical for weeknights, and many are appropriate (or can be modified) for vegetarian and vegan diets. Grain Mains is a modern manifesto for whole grains, with inventive and tantalizing recipes.

Go Barley

Author : Pat Inglis
Publisher : TouchWood Editions
ISBN 13 : 177151051X
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (715 download)

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Download or read book Go Barley written by Pat Inglis and published by TouchWood Editions. This book was released on 2014-04-08 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Turn your favorite dish into a nutritional powerhouse with barley. Delicious and easy to use, barley is the newest superfood with tremendous health benefits. High in fiber, this ancient grain has been proven to lower cholesterol, promote digestive health, and reduce blood cholesterol, a risk factor for heart disease. Barley has a wonderful nutty flavor and adds great texture to soups, stews, and salads, and blends well into main dishes, sides, and desserts.

Power Grains

Author : Ryland Peters & Small
Publisher : Ryland Peters & Small
ISBN 13 : 1849759030
Total Pages : 140 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (497 download)

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Download or read book Power Grains written by Ryland Peters & Small and published by Ryland Peters & Small. This book was released on 2016-02-11 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 25 delicious recipes that make introducing Ancient grains to your diet a doddle. Move over wheat, there's a new grain in town. In fact there are many. A whole host of power grains are now available to us that can improve our general health and well-being. Packed full of dietary fibre and plant-based proteins, and rich in vitamins and minerals, these 'superfood' grains boost energy levels, keep you feeling fuller for longer and can help improve your appearance from the inside out. Recipes to try include ideas for breakfast bowls and bars, soups and salads, larger plates and both savoury and sweet bakes. Discover Power Protein Granola; Peach & Chia Smoothies; Freekeh, Pumpkin & Crispy Ginger Salad; Roast Asparagus & Farro Soup; Spicy Quinoa Burgers with Portobello Mushrooms; Saffron Shrimp Barley Pilaf; Stuffed Trout with Faro, Dates & Pine Nuts; or indulge in a slice of Fresh Blueberry Tart with Spelt Crust or a Peanut Butter & Quinoa Cookie. Whether you need early morning fuel food to prepare you for the day ahead, a lunchtime brain boost at work, or a protein fix ahead of an energetic evening workout, you'll find easy and delicious ideas for any time of the day here in Power Grains.

Whole Grains Every Day, Every Way

Author : Lorna Sass
Publisher : Clarkson Potter
ISBN 13 : 0770435351
Total Pages : 338 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (74 download)

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Download or read book Whole Grains Every Day, Every Way written by Lorna Sass and published by Clarkson Potter. This book was released on 2013-12-11 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thanks to the low-carb movement and the updated USDA food pyramid, we all know we should be eating more whole grains (the “good carbs”). But what exactly are whole grains? And how can we make them not only what we should eat, but what we really want to eat? In Whole Grains Every Day, Every Way, bestselling cookbook author Lorna Sass demystifies whole grains with a thorough grain-by-grain primer followed by more than 150 irresistible recipes. In this extensive guide to the wide range of fantastic whole grains available–many of which are gluten-free–Sass introduces home cooks to dozens of grains, including amaranth, barley, buckwheat, hominy, popcorn, polenta, Job’s tears, millet, oats, quinoa, brown rice, red rice, black rice, rye, triticale, sorghum, teff, farro, grano, green wheat, kamut, spelt, wheat berries, and wild rice. She shares tips for buying and storing these grains as well as the best and simplest way to cook them. And then there are the boldly flavored, contemporary recipes that will truly change the way you cook, covering soups, salads, main courses, and side dishes all the way to quick breads, cookies, and desserts, with a groundbreaking section on whole-grain baking outlining tempting, healthy options. Whole Grains Every Day, Every Way will delight carnivores and vegetarians alike with recipes such as Farro Salad with Prosciutto and Asparagus, Masa Harina–Beef Casserole, Posole with Pork and Chipotle, Millet with Gingered Beets and Orange, and Coconut–Black Rice Pudding. This is the book America has been asking for: the definitive guide that will make it easy and delicious for us to incorporate healthful whole grains into our diets with innovative recipes for every meal of the day.

Whole Grains for a New Generation

Author : Liana Krissoff
Publisher : ABRAMS
ISBN 13 : 1613124031
Total Pages : 660 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (131 download)

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Download or read book Whole Grains for a New Generation written by Liana Krissoff and published by ABRAMS. This book was released on 2013-02-01 with total page 660 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delicious recipes, mouth-watering photos, and fresh, creative tips on cooking with amaranth, quinoa, and more. With more than 150 ideas for breakfast and brunch, appetizers and small bites, salads, main dishes and side dishes, sweets, snacks, sundry baked goods, and more, this refreshingly modern cookbook features recipes that include whole grains like barley, buckwheat, corn, oats, quinoa, and wheat. While some of these recipes happen to be vegetarian, some vegan, and some gluten free, all of them have one common characteristic: great flavor. Featuring ingredients that are readily available at your grocery store, Whole Grains for a New Generation shows how easy, delicious, and exciting whole grain cooking can be. Says author Liana Krissoff in the Introduction, “My cooking is inspired by all that’s flavorful, and I hope it serves as inspiration to you in turn.”

Everyday Whole Grains

Author : Ann Taylor Pittman
Publisher : Time Inc. Books
ISBN 13 : 0848747445
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (487 download)

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Download or read book Everyday Whole Grains written by Ann Taylor Pittman and published by Time Inc. Books. This book was released on 2016-03-22 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Healthy, hearty, and versatile, whole and ancient grains are fast becoming staples in kitchens everywhere. In this comprehensive guide, Cooking Light Executive Food Editor and James Beard Award-winning author Ann Taylor Pittman gives readers amazing ways to make the most of ingredients such as farro, kamut, amaranth, barley, millet, einkorn, sorghum, and more.

This book reinvents how we cook with grains. Ann offers recipes that have us popping and crisping them for texture, creaming them for soups, and using them in sublime, miraculously guilt-free desserts. Everyday Whole Grains covers the essentials on each grain and features 175 flavorful dishes from savory breakfasts, stews, and casseroles, to foolproof pizzas and breads.

With over 100 gorgeous photographs and detailed nutritional information for every recipe, Everyday Whole Grains is as inspiring as it is authoritative and a must-have for food lovers and health-conscious eaters alike.

Grains As Mains

Author : Laura Agar Wilson
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN 13 : 0241202256
Total Pages : 436 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (412 download)

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Download or read book Grains As Mains written by Laura Agar Wilson and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2015-03-02 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Modern recipes, ancient grains Grains as Mains satisfies your appetite for tasty, versatile and healthy grains, with over 150 fresh and exciting recipes, many of which are gluten-free. Ancient grains such as teff, quinoa and buckwheat, first cooked thousands of years ago, are now very much back on the menu. These grains are great for us, nutritious, protein-rich and have excellent textures. This comprehensive cookbook is overflowing with step-by-step preparation techniques showing you how to prepare and cook key ancient grains, from familiar favourites, like quinoa and polenta, to unexpected delights, such as teff and freekeh. With over 150 easy healthy recipes where grains are the star ingredient, from soaked buckwheat pancakes and cherry almond sauce, to Italian tomato and vegetable barley risotto, there is plenty of experimenting to do.

The Einkorn Cookbook

Author : Shanna Mallon
Publisher : Fair Winds Press
ISBN 13 : 1627881867
Total Pages : 179 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (278 download)

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Download or read book The Einkorn Cookbook written by Shanna Mallon and published by Fair Winds Press. This book was released on 2014-10-31 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you haven't heard of einkorn yet, get ready to get excited. Easy to digest, less likely to cause gut inflammation, tolerable for those with gluten sensitivity these are just a few reasons why the ancient grain known as einkorn is quickly becoming one of the most popular grains/flours on the market--not to mention its sweet flavor and silky texture. How does one prepare this ancient grain? Popular food bloggers, Tim and Shanna Mallon of Food Loves Writing, bring einkorn right to your table with this beautiful whole food cookbook that includes over 100 recipes, all featuring the world's most ancient grain. Recipes are broken into sections including breakfast, appetizers, breads, main dishes, and desserts, and include such hits as: Vegetable Quiche with an Einkorn Crust, Kale Salad with Einkorn Berries, Einkorn Cranberry Walnut Bread, Einkorn Cinnamon Buns, Acorn Squash and Caramelized Onion, Einkorn Salad, and Mexican Chocolate Einkorn Cookies. Get ready to embrace einkorn, not only for its health benefits, but its wonderful taste. Once you try The Einkorn Cookbook, you'll never go back.

Ancient Wisdom, Modern Kitchen

Author : Yuan Wang
Publisher : Da Capo Lifelong Books
ISBN 13 : 073821325X
Total Pages : 362 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (382 download)

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Download or read book Ancient Wisdom, Modern Kitchen written by Yuan Wang and published by Da Capo Lifelong Books. This book was released on 2010-03-09 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents cooking ideas based on the principles of Chinese medicine, providing more than 150 recipes which incorporate therapeutic Asian foods and herbs, with information on specific ingredients and suggestions for acquiring them.

Mother Grains: Recipes for the Grain Revolution

Author : Roxana Jullapat
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN 13 : 132400357X
Total Pages : 521 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (24 download)

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Download or read book Mother Grains: Recipes for the Grain Revolution written by Roxana Jullapat and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2021-04-20 with total page 521 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Finalist for the IACP Cookbook Award in Baking and the James Beard Foundation Book Award in Baking and Desserts Named a Best Cookbook of the Year by Bon Appétit, NPR, Washington Post, Epicurious, WBUR Here & Now, and Five Books Named a Best Cookbook of the Spring by Eater, Epicurious, and Robb Report The key to better, healthier baked goods is in the grain. Barley, buckwheat, corn, oats, rice, rye, sorghum, and wheat will unlock flavors and textures as vast as the historic lineages of these ancient crops. As the head baker and owner of a beloved Los Angeles bakery, Roxana Jullapat knows the difference local, sustainable flour can make: brown rice flour lightens up a cake, rustic rye adds unexpected chewiness to a bagel, and ground toasted oats enrich doughnuts. Her bakery, Friends & Family, works with dedicated farmers and millers around the country to source and incorporate the eight mother grains in every sweet, bread, or salad on the menu. In her debut cookbook, Roxana shares her greatest hits, over 90 recipes for reinventing your favorite cakes, cookies, pies, breads, and more. Her chocolate chip cookie recipe can be made with any of the eight mother grains, each flour yielding a distinct snap, crunch, or chew. Her mouthwatering buckwheat pancake can reinvent itself with grainier cornmeal. One-bowl recipes such as Barley Pumpkin Bread and Spelt Blueberry Muffins will yield fast rewards, while her Cardamom Buns and Halvah Croissants are expertly laid out to grow a home baker’s skills. Recipes are organized by grain to ensure you get the most out of every purchase. Roxana even includes savory recipes for whole grain salads made with sorghum, Kamut or freekeh, or easy warm dishes such as Farro alla Pilota, Toasted Barley Soup, or Gallo Pinto which pays homage to her Costa Rican upbringing. Sunny step-by-step photos, a sourcing guide, storage tips, and notes on each grain’s history round out this comprehensive cookbook. Perfect for beginner bakers and pastry pros alike, Mother Grains proves that whole grains are the secret to making any recipe so much more than the sum of its parts.

Grain Bowls

Author : Anna Shillinglaw Hampton
Publisher : Hardie Grant Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1743584415
Total Pages : 529 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (435 download)

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Download or read book Grain Bowls written by Anna Shillinglaw Hampton and published by Hardie Grant Publishing. This book was released on 2016-09-22 with total page 529 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ancient grains are making their way back into the modern day diet, which is great news for health-inspired home cooks. They have always been around, but until recently mostly enjoyed in the processed form, which removes the outer healthy layers, as well as much needed vitamins, minerals and antioxidants from our diet. Now you can easily find whole grains like spelt, freekeh and barley to incorporate into your very own meal in a bowl. Eliminating the need for a fork and knife, the grain bowl offers convenience while still using good-quality ingredients. There are recipes for every appetite, including lighter fare such as salads, filling vegetarian (even vegan) meals, as well as heartier bowls with meat and seafood. There are one-pot recipes such as stews and risottos, as well as classic assembled grain bowls topped with dressings and sauces. All of them can be prepared in advance for quick, healthy weekday meals that are far from boring. Many of the dishes use gluten-free grains, such as buckwheat and rice. And grain bowl additions, such as fruits, vegetables and proteins are so adaptable that it is easy to eliminate or add items based on any fussy eaters in the family.

Grains for Every Season

Author : Joshua McFadden
Publisher : Artisan
ISBN 13 : 1648291139
Total Pages : 716 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (482 download)

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Download or read book Grains for Every Season written by Joshua McFadden and published by Artisan. This book was released on 2021-11-16 with total page 716 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Named a Best Book of the Year and a Holiday Gift Pick by Amazon Named a Best Cookbook the Year by Food52, Booklist, and Library Journal “A gift to readers . . . For McFadden, flavor comes first.” —Booklist, Top 10 Cookbooks of the Year James Beard Award Finalist Joshua McFadden’s first book, the James Beard Award–winning and perennially bestselling Six Seasons, transformed the way we cook with vegetables. Now he’s back with a new book that applies his maximalist approach to flavor and texture to cooking with grains. These knock-your-socks-off recipes include salads, soups, pastas, pizzas, grain bowls, breads—and even desserts. McFadden works as intuitively, as surprisingly, as deliciously with whole grains as he does with vegetables. Grains for Every Season will change the way we cook with barley, brown rice, buckwheat, corn, millet, oats, quinoa, rye, wheat (bulgur, farro, freekeh, spelt, wheat berries, and whole wheat flour), and wild rice. The book’s 200 recipes are organized into chapters by grain type, unlocking information on where each one comes from, how to prepare it, and why the author—the multi-award-winning chef/owner of Ava Gene’s in Portland—can’t live without it. McFadden uses grains both whole and milled into flour. The many gluten-free recipes are clearly designated. McFadden reveals how each grain can be used in both savory and sweet recipes, from Meat Loaf with Barley and Mushrooms to Peanut Butter–Barley Cookies; from Buckwheat, Lime and Herb Salad to Buckwheat Cream Scones. He folds quinoa into tempura batter to give veggies extra pop and takes advantage of the nutty flavor of spelt flour for Cast-Iron Skillet Spelt Cinnamon Rolls. Four special foldout sections highlight seasonal variations on grain bowls, stir-fries, pizzas, pilafs, and more, to show how flexible and satisfying cooking with grains can be.

Whole-Grain Mornings

Author : Megan Gordon
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
ISBN 13 : 1607745011
Total Pages : 186 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (77 download)

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Download or read book Whole-Grain Mornings written by Megan Gordon and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2013-12-31 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A seasonal collection of enticing, comforting recipes for sweet and savory whole-grain breakfasts including granola, warm porridges, muffins, savory tarts and eggs—as well as seasonal toppings and accompaniments like homemade yogurt and almond milk, all from the writer of the popular blog A Sweet Spoonful. A beautiful guide to morning meals, Whole-Grain Mornings offers sixty-ﬁve sweet and savory recipes for wholesome whole-grain breakfasts. Whether you’re cooking for busy weekdays, slow Sundays, or celebratory brunches, this charming cookbook will inspire you to look beyond the average bowl of cereal toward healthy and delicious ways to incorporate whole grains like amaranth, farro, and barley into your morning meals. Seasonally organized recipes feature favorite one-bowl breakfast fare like Apricot Pistachio Granola and Triple-Coconut Quinoa Porridge alongside more unconventional options like Saucy Tomato Poached Eggs with Kale and Wheat Berries and Nutty Millet Breakfast Cookies. With information on timesaving alternatives as well as a guide to the most commonly used whole grains—and sprinkled with abundant food and lifestyle photography throughout—this cookbook guarantees the most important meal of the day will also become your favorite.

Mediterranean Grains and Greens

Author : Paula Wolfert
Publisher : Ecco
ISBN 13 : 9780060172510
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (725 download)

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Download or read book Mediterranean Grains and Greens written by Paula Wolfert and published by Ecco. This book was released on 1998-08-26 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paula Wolfert is passionate about the Mediterranean -- its landscape, its people, its culture, and above all, its rich culinary tradition. Her five earlier cookbooks celebrated the sensuous pleasures of the Mediterranean kitchen and introduced a previously uninitiated American audience to an exciting new way of cooking and eating. In her eagerly awaited Mediterranean Grains and Greens, Wolfert continues that tradition, focusing on the delectable grains and greens-based dishes she discovered as she spent five years traversing the Mediterranean region, from Spain in the west toIsrael, Lebanon, and Syria in the east, with stops in France, Italy, Turkey, and Greece. Here are bountiful breads (Mirsini's Spiced Barley Bread); mouthwatering pastries (Spicy Beef, Olives, and Capers in Semolina Pastry Turnovers); nourishing comfort soups (Garlic Soup with Leafy Greens); crisp salads of mixed greens, cooked green salads, and savory grain salads (Samira's Tabbouleh with Parsley, Bulgur, Cinnamon, and Cumin); unusual desserts (Tunisian Homemade Couscous with Golden Raisins); and accompanying sauces, condiments, and seasonings. Though Mediterranean Grains and Greens is not a vegetarian cookbook, meat, fish, and poultry, when they appear, are used primarily as condiments and flavor enhancers rather than the main focus of a meal. Throughout, Wolfert explains the historical and cultural significance of her dishes, sharing traditional preparation techniques as well as her adaptations for the American home kitchen. Ever conscious of the availability of ingredients in this country, she recommends readily available alternatives found in grocery stores and farmer's markets. Whether foraging for wild "apron greens" in the Turkish countryside, "listening" to risotto in Venice to tell if it's ready to eat, making homemade rustic pasta on the island of Crete, baking Sardinian flatbread the old-fashioned way, scrambling eggs with kofte along the Euphrates, or preparing the unusual "black paellas" of Valencia, Paula Wolfert shares her adventures in the engaging first-person stories that accompany each recipe. This comprehensive collection invites Paula Wolfert's loyal fans and followers to rediscover the joys of Mediterranean living, cooking, and eating right along with her. Like her earlier works, the enticing, wide-ranging Mediterranean Grains and Greens is destined to become a kitchen classic, a book that every serious cook, armchair traveler, and lover of good food will want to own.