Alissa Thiele (atealeaf)

Western White Clematis (For Sale)

Alissa Thiele (atealeaf) — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 17:16:28 -0700

This white flowering plant is a perennial vine and a member of the Buttercup family. Originally I came across it while on a walk to Portland’s striking St. Johns bridge.

Portland Rain (For Sale)

Alissa Thiele (atealeaf) — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 19:17:24 -0700

I Love Exploring Tidepools With You (For Sale)

Alissa Thiele (atealeaf) — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 16:15:01 -0800

Poppy Seed

Alissa Thiele (atealeaf) — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 21:00:09 -0700

"The best poppy seeds are produced from the Holland variety of the familiar poppy plant. A ripe pod holds hundreds of tiny seeds. Dried, these are crunchy and nutlike in breads, salads, and bland dishes."

Cinnamon

Alissa Thiele (atealeaf) — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 17:11:44 -0700

I drew Cinnamon! “Cinnamon, the bark of a tree, is one of the oldest known spices. Arab traders brought it from China in 1700 B.C. Its sweet, warm flavor makes it the most important baking spice.” Blogged: http://www.atealeaf.me/2010/04/cinnamon/

Nutmeg.

Alissa Thiele (atealeaf) — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 22:55:06 -0700

"Nutmeg is usually associated with sweet, spicy dishes — pies, puddings, custards, cookies and spice cakes. It combines well with many cheeses, and is included in soufflés and cheese sauces. In soups it works with tomatoes, slit pea, chicken or black beans. It complements egg dishes and vegetables like cabbage, spinach, broccoli, beans onions and eggplant."