Miscellaneous with olive

2 med artichokes Steamed 1 tsp Mexican whole oregano , dry steam with 'Chokes 1 tsp cumin seed steam with 'Chokes     Dipping Sauce 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 1/2 c.[...]

1 c. Black barley 3 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil or possibly clarified butter 1 c. Finely-minced onion 2 tsp Finely-minced garlic 1/2 c. Finely-diced carrots[...]

2 lb Plum tomatoes halved 8 x Garlic cloves halved 1 lrg Onion roughly minced 1/2 c. Water 2 tsp Salt 1/2 c. Extra virgin olive oil 12 ounce Fideo ,[...]