Note: Dressed with a lemony vinaigrette, farro and crisp raw vegetables make a fine meal. Toss in diced cooked chicken, or cooked dried beans, and/or shaved cheese for heartier fare. From Beth Dooley.

Farro is nothing new. In fact, it’s one of the so-called “ancient grains” and has been around for about 10,000 years. Some other grains that fit into this category are amaranth, millet and sorghum.

Fresh herbs, juicy tomatoes and crunchy Persian cucumbers come together in this Middle Eastern-inspired salad from Napa master gardener and food writer Janet Fletcher. This recipe, featured in her ...

Big salads satisfy a craving for a healthy, delicious, one-bowl meal. A perfect lunch or light dinner, these salads help bridge spring and summer: not quite as hearty as stew, yet lighter than those ...

For many people, kale is a love-it-or-leave-it vegetable. But in today’s recipe, we balance kale’s best qualities with a dressing that softens its strong flavor and a nutty-flavored grain to create a ...

Oh, how I remember those days when we were both working, there were kids still at home and how complicated meal planning used to be! Over the weekend, we would consult the calendar to figure out who ...

1. In a blender, combine the cucumber, mayonnaise, buttermilk, garlic, lemon juice, oil and salt and pepper, to taste. Puree until smooth. Stir in the chives and tarragon, then transfer to a jar and ...

(WXYZ) — Eating healthy doesn't have to be a sacrifice of flavor. In fact, with the right ingredients and a few seasonings your dish can still pack a punch. Chef ...

2 # Cubes of chicken breast meat, about 1" on a side 2-3 Tbs. EVO 2 Tbs. Chopped fresh oregano Salt and pepper 1. Combine oregano and EVO. 2. Toss chicken in lemon/EVO mixture. 3. Skewer, makes 8-10 ...

Fresh herbs, juicy tomatoes and crunchy Persian cucumbers come together in this Middle Eastern-inspired salad from Napa master gardener and food writer Janet Fletcher. This recipe, featured in her ...