LSI Supporters Receive Outstanding Volunteer Award

“’For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future’.” –...

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Books for Beloit

Barb and Harry Budd love to fill their home with Christmas decorations and invite their neighbors to tour the rooms filled with Santas of every shape and size. The hobby...

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Nepali Bitter Melon Curry

Bitter Melon Bitter melon has an edgy exterior but soft and delicate interior. Similar to the African eggplant, the bitter melon tastes like its name, “bitter”, but is subdued when...

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Roasted Curry Daikon Radish (Bhutan)

Daikon Radish Daikon radishes are a favorite of our farmers from Bhutan. Most varieties are large white radishes that are milder than most small radishes but still have some spice....

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Okra and Potatoes

Okra Okra is enjoyed in many cultures and is thought to have originated in Southeast Asia or West Africa. Okra pods are mucilaginous, which makes them great for thickening soups...

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Nepali Long Bean Curry

Long Beans Long Beans are a favorite in Southeast Asian countries, and they live up to their name. Measuring up to 3 feet long, these beans can be green, deep...

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Shell Beans & Greens

Shell Beans Shell Beans are a staple in many African countries. While in season, they are eaten fresh from the pod and are creamier than a typical dry bean. Once...

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Garden Egg Stew

African Eggplant African eggplant (garden egg) is a favorite amongst our Central African growers who enjoy it raw or cooked. This eggplant has a bit of a bitter flavor but...

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Chin Baung Kyaw (Stir-Fried Roselle Leaves)

Roselle Chin baung, or roselle in English, announces itself in the form of red sticks poking up from the ground. A chewy, leafy, tart relative of the hibiscus family, the...

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Isogo and Tomatoes

Isogo Isogo is part of the African nightshade family. The leaves of these varieties are non-poisonous and valued for being rich in vitamins and minerals. They should be cooked as...

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