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How to Grow Heading Lettuce

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | November 11th, 2009

Crisp and crunchy or buttery and tender, heading varieties of lettuce have lots to offer. Expert lettuce grower Renee Shepherd shares her expertise.

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Grow Lettuce from Seed

Ruth Dobsevage, editor | November 11th, 20093 comments

There are many, many lettuces to choose from, way beyond what you can buy at the grocery. And here's good news: the "exotic" varieties are way easier to grow, and way more nutritious and colorful, than that old standby, iceberg.

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Cut-and-Come-Again Lettuce Sampler

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | November 11th, 20092 comments

A whole palette of colorful varieties delivers a leafy feast.

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Video: July Square Foot Gardening Tips with Mel Bartholomew and Patti Moreno

TheGardenGirl, | July 17th, 2009

July is a great time in the garden. Watch the video for some helpful tips on growing summer lettuce and corn.

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How to Grow Escarole and Endive

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | June 29th, 2009

Escarole and endive offer crunch and a pleasant bitterness. These cool-season greens can be used raw as a salad ingredient, or cooked, most commonly in sautées or soups.

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The Starter Garden

Ruth Dobsevage, editor | March 15th, 20092 comments

Leaf lettuce, green beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, and zucchini are good choices for a first garden.

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Our Cold Frame this Winter

Chris McLaughlin, contributor | March 4th, 2009

We've been eating fresh salad this winter!

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Organic Butterhead Lettuce

Chris McLaughlin, contributor | February 20th, 2009

Organic means 100% food

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Lessons from a Restaurant Garden

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | January 26th, 2009

Growing techniques that feed diners at Arrows will produce dinners for your family.

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Garden Chef's Salad with Creamy Caper Dressing

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | October 21st, 2008

Romaine lettuce can stand up to big flavors; pair it with a dressing that features capers and anchovies.

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Warm Shrimp Salad with Ginger-Tarragon Dressing

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | October 21st, 2008

This salad makes an outstanding lunch or light supper dish.

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Butter Lettuce Salad with Merlot-Raspberry Dressing

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | October 21st, 2008

A blend of raspberry vinegar, honey, sour cream, and Merlot nicely complements the delicate taste of butterhead lettuce.

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A Lettuce for Every Use

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | October 21st, 2008

Renee Shepherd explains how to match each type of lettuce with the dressing that suits it best and offers tips on getting the grit out of greens and bringing out their flavor.

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Cream of Lettuce Soup

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | August 8th, 2008

This soup can be served hot or cold. Using butterheads keeps it smooth and creamy.

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Sautéed Shrimp Salad with Curry

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | August 8th, 2008

Tender fresh-cut lettuces provide a perfect bed for a quick sauté of shrimp and shallots, accented with a mild curry sauce.

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A Salad Is Better When Served with Vinaigrette and Croutons in a Wooden Bowl

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | August 7th, 2008

Ken Haedrich reveals his recipe for his favorite vinaigrette, looks at the simple art of making croutons, and considers the pleasures of wooden salad bowls.

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