A vegetable consisting of a pale green and white bulb pale green stalks and bright green feathery “branches”. Boasting a delicate licoricelike flavor Fennel is delicious in salads stews and other cooked dishes. Fennel seeds are often used interchangeably with anise and are found in liqueurs and sweet as well as savory dishes.
Feta Cheese
This Greek cheese traditionally made from ewe’s or goat’s milk is most often produced with cow’s milk for today’s marketplace. Stored in brine Feta has a salty tangy flavor and a crumbly texture. Americans know it best for its contribution to Greek Salad.
Flax Seeds
These tiny brown seeds are an outstanding source of healthful, antiinflammatory Omega-3 essential fatty acids, as well as anti-cancer lignins and a variety of vitamins and minerals. To preserve the quality of the oils, flax seeds should be consumed raw and ground immediately prior to eating. Imparting a nutty flavor to foods, they are delicious sprinkled over cereals and salads.
