Articles by Norann Oleson

Ginger Glossary

Use this Glossary to get quick definitions or explanations of terms and concepts used in this Collection, or terms that you might encounter while managing your own ginger garden. Ginger-specific terms: Bracts:  
Home Remedies & Health Benefits of Ginger

Home Remedies & Health Benefits of Ginger

Ginger has quite the reputation for being good for what ails you—if what ails you includes indigestion, high cholesterol, sea sickness, morning sickness, or arthritic inflammation in your joints. Some  
Nutrition Facts about Ginger

Nutrition Facts about Ginger

The water content of ginger is around 79%—the rest is mostly carbohydrates with a little bit of fat and protein. For as sweet as it can sometimes be, it has  
Sweet Ginger Meatloaf

Sweet Ginger Meatloaf

When my daughters were young, I had no problem trying to pull a fast one over on them by creating new dishes that looked just like their classic favorites —  
Ginger Maple Chicken

Ginger Maple Chicken

This Ginger Maple Chicken recipe deserves a drool emoji.  Ginger, I love it all on its own, in so many ways, but immersed in sweet maple syrup — now that's  
Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing

Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing

We all know how a salad can be a great dish. Whether it’s a light dinner, a side for lunch, or even a snack, a salad is always a good  
Pillow-Soft Ginger Cookies

Pillow-Soft Ginger Cookies

Admit it: nobody’s ever too old, or on too strict of a diet, to enjoy cookies! Cookies are delicious, easy to make, and you can take them anywhere if you’re  
Pickled Ginger

Pickled Ginger

If you’ve ever visited an authentic Japanese restaurant, you’ll notice that pickled ginger is a staple whenever you order sushi. Most people think that these thin, exquisitely arranged ginger slices  
Pickled Ginger Carrots

Pickled Ginger Carrots

When we hear the word pickle, what usually comes to mind are cucumbers submerged in a jar filled with vinegar. Of course, not everyone can appreciate pickles. Some folks just  
Bitter Ginger

Bitter Ginger

Botanical name: Zingiber zerumbet Other names: Pinecone ginger, Pinecone lily, Lempoyang, Awapuhi, Shampoo ginger This ginger is not especially tasty—much more bitter than its common cousin—but it’s a great ingredient in shampoos