His mother kept dried herbs in jars, all alphabetically arranged. A pinch here and a pinch there taught him sage could enhance chicken and oregano would deepen the flavor of tomato sauce. Their flavors are complex and vibrant, yet not as concentrated. Generous snippings and small handfuls are often appropriate. Memorial Day is the beginning of outdoor eating season, and the microwave can help cook some grain salads for picnics.
Cereal grains are an excellent source of complex carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and fiber.
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