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Spring-Dug Parsnip Chowder
Described as having “hints of mace, cinnamon, celery seed, and clove,” the flavor that most came to mind when I first tasted parsnips was coconut. I was in my 20’s, living in New York, and visiting friends in the country … Continue reading
2.29.12 Leap Year snowstorm
A blue afternoon, with the snow beginning to fall.
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Sourdough English Muffins
I’m not very good at things that require sustained attention, and maintaining a sourdough culture is one of them. I’ve tried ones from Carl, Breadtopia, and Paula, and even making my own. They would languish in the back of the fridge, … Continue reading
2.27.12 Early signs of spring
Participating in the Daphne’s weekly gathering of gardeners reminds me to take a break from the busyness of ordinary life. The start of spring is three weeks off, still there are signs of new and renewed growth. A quick walk … Continue reading
Old-Fashioned Baked Beans with Smoked Bacon
We take our beans seriously here in New England. Rumour has it that the reason there are so many different varieties is because every town had its own bean. I’ve yet to try them all but am working on it, … Continue reading
Boiled Cider, or Apple Molasses
Many traditional New England recipes call for molasses, an ingredient that’s rooted in trade with the West Indies during Colonial times. It has a deep, dark, almost minerally flavor, and is what gives such dishes as baked beans, gingerbread and … Continue reading
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