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The March 23rd issue of the New York Times has an interesting article by Martha Rose Shulman about the benefits of making whole grains the "center of the plate." Amen to that, sister! The article includes an amazing recipe for Wild Rice and Brown Rice Salad with Walnuts and Asparagus, and unlike many other such potentially delicious recipes, this one isn't compelled to add a sprinkle of cheese at the end. Because who needs that?