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The Perfect Pork Chop
In my opinion, pork is the king of meats. And the humble pork chop cooked to perfection is the ultimate expression of all that’s good and tasty about putting pork on your fork. But cooking this cut can prove tricky. Without the … Continue reading
Mussels in Coconut and Beer Broth
I read an article in the New York Times a few weeks ago about the shortage of mussels on the US Eastern seaboard this winter. It wasn’t the usual sad story of overfishing. Instead, the heavy ice caused by the brutal winter … Continue reading
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Tagged beer broth, broth, chile, coconut milk, mussels, seafood, thai
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Asian Flavored Mini Meatloaves
Unlike a lot of Americans, I didn’t grow up eating meatloaf. In fact, I didn’t even try it until I was eleven years old. I do, however, remember that day clearly. I was having dinner over at a friend’s house and … Continue reading
Grilled Cheese with Leftover Greens
As promised, I’ve put those leftover kale greens to good use. Absolutely yummy lunch made by foraging in my fridge. It smelt and tasted like victory. Makes one sandwich 2 slices wholewheat bread 1 teaspoon mustard 1 teaspoon mayonnaise 2/3 … Continue reading
Roasted Fennel and Leek Soup
Brrr. It’s cold out there. As temperatures plummet and the snow piles high, I recommend retreating indoors for some good old-fashioned soup making. Here’s the product of my last snow day: a roasty, toasty fennel and leek puree soup. Actually, this … Continue reading
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Tagged fennel, leek, potato, pureed soup, roasted fennel, soup, vegetarian
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Middle Eastern Beet and Lamb Pizzas
I’ve made variations of this lamb pizza for years now. It’s inspired by the exotic flavors of the Middle East that I came to know and love when I lived in, wait for it… Brooklyn, NY. I’d spend my carefree weekends … Continue reading
Kung Pao Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Please don’t be intimidated by the list of ingredients in this recipe. I know it looks time-consuming, but truly, this dish comes together very quickly. Actual cooking time is just over 15 minutes. And the results are well worth the … Continue reading
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Tagged carrot, celery, chicken, Chinese, lettuce cups, peanuts, soy sauce, stir-fry
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Roast Leg of Lamb with Turnips, Potatoes, and Red Wine Gravy
The Zuehlsdorff Family Farm has delivered the goods yet again. This boneless leg of lamb is the very last piece of meat left from my meat share delivery of this past year. Talk about saving the best for last. I mean … Continue reading
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Tagged gravy, lamb, leg of lamb, potatoes, red wine gravy, roast, roasted vegetables, rosemary, turnips
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Ham and Black-Eyed Pea Soup
I learned a thing or two about Southern cooking during my time working on the Deen family cookbooks. Most significantly, I learned that even though I’m a Northerner through and through, I sure do like me some down home cooking from … Continue reading
the ripe earth 