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		<title>In Season Now: Five recipes to try this summer</title>
		<link>http://bakersfieldexpress.org/2011/06/30/in-season-now-five-recipes-to-try-this-summer/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 02:38:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Summer is finally here. Our In Season Now columnist, Michelle Beck, shares ideas for cucumber beverages, adult popsicles, flavor infused syrups for iced tea, white bean salad, gluten-free berry shortcake, and lavendar.]]></description>
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		<title>In Season Now: Inspiring school lunch ideas</title>
		<link>http://bakersfieldexpress.org/2010/09/15/in-season-now-inspiring-school-lunch-ideas/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2010 03:22:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bento boxes turn school lunches into a creative source of healthy eating for children - and for parents, too. Columnist Michelle Beck shares tips on finding good-for-you foods and packing them in easy and fun ways for all ages.]]></description>
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		<title>In Season Now: Lavender, limes and okra</title>
		<link>http://bakersfieldexpress.org/2010/08/08/in-season-now-lavender-limes-and-okra/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2010 05:06:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>MBeck</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lavender is not only a fragrant, drought-resistant addition to the garden, the blooms can also be used in a variety of recipes. Columnist Michelle Beck shares some of her favorite uses for lavender, as well as limes and okra.]]></description>
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		<title>In Season Now: Figs, eggplants and peppers</title>
		<link>http://bakersfieldexpress.org/2010/07/27/in-season-now-figs-eggplants-and-peppers/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:15:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For an assortment of eggplant and fig varieties, beyond the one or two you might find in the grocery store, try the farmers' market or even your neighbor's yard! Columnist Michelle Beck offers some unique recipes for this seasonal produce. And, if you're heading to the Coast, try some of her favorite spots for sustainably-grown foods.]]></description>
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		<title>In Season Now: Peaches, melons, corn and plums</title>
		<link>http://bakersfieldexpress.org/2010/07/16/in-season-now-peaches-melons-corn-and-plums/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 18:14:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>MBeck</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If anyone remembers going out to Bussell's Ranch, then peaches must top your list. Columnist Michelle Beck found the recipe online for Bussell's peach cobbler - just in time for peak peach season right now. Also try her recipe finds for melons, corn and plums. 'Tis the season for fresh eating!]]></description>
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		<title>In Season Now: Juicy tomatoes and tree-ripened apricots</title>
		<link>http://bakersfieldexpress.org/2010/07/01/in-season-now-juicy-tomatoes-and-tree-ripened-apricots/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2010 05:36:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>MBeck</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tomatoes and apricots are such quintessential summer foods, they deserve their own column, writes Michelle Beck. Here are a ton of great recipe ideas for both abundant harvests this summer.]]></description>
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		<title>In Season Now: Summer squash, loquats and mulberries</title>
		<link>http://bakersfieldexpress.org/2010/06/17/in-season-now-summer-squash-loquats-and-mulberries/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jun 2010 06:23:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Our fresh produce expert, Michelle Beck, gives us tips on what to do with all that summer squash coming into season now. Plus, ideas for actually eating ornamental fruits such as loquats and mulberries. Time to raid your neighbors' yards!]]></description>
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		<title>In Season Now: Cherries and berries</title>
		<link>http://bakersfieldexpress.org/2010/05/20/in-season-now-cherries-and-berries/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2010 19:25:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bakersfieldexpress.org/?p=1953</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Columnist Michelle Beck delights us with sweet and savory recipes for all those juicy little fruits that are in season now. Early cherries are now available, as well as boysenberries, blackberries, olallieberries and marionberries. It's a very berry time of year!]]></description>
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		<title>In Season Now: Blueberries</title>
		<link>http://bakersfieldexpress.org/2010/05/12/in-season-now-blueberries/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2010 19:32:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[They're little and blue and burst with delight when you pop them in your mouth. This week Michelle Beck devotes her column to blueberries, which can be used in sweet as well as savory dishes, such as salads and as a sauce on pork or fish. She also offers several gluten-free pancake, muffin and baked dessert recipes for blueberries.]]></description>
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		<title>In Season Now: Dill, salad greens, ginger chips</title>
		<link>http://bakersfieldexpress.org/2010/05/05/in-season-now-dill-salad-greens-ginger-chips/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 05 May 2010 17:42:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dill is for more than just pickles. As the herb comes into season, try it in a variety of dishes such as salads, a pesto on fish or chicken, or in a number of Greek-inspired recipes. Also, columnist Michelle Beck gives tips on expanding your lettuce repertoire, using crystalized ginger, and trying new gluten-free products.]]></description>
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