Thursday, February 27, 2014

Brined Turkey Thighs

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Where has brining been all my life?  I only got turned onto it a couple of years ago and can’t believe I’ve lived so long without it, it ...
Monday, February 24, 2014

Fresh Pasta

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Fresh pasta is such a treat and much easier than you think, you don’t even need a machine.  Mound four cups of all-purpose flour on a wood...
Monday, February 10, 2014

Beet, Fennel, and Orange Salad

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The warmer temps this week had me thinking salads instead of stews for a change, and even though it may have been a bit premature it is t...
Tuesday, January 28, 2014

New England Clam Chowder

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I’ve been making this clam chowder recipe for years and while it may not be as good as the chowder at the hostel it’s pretty darn close. ...
Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Cheesy Grits

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Might as well have a great breakfast as long as there aren’t a lot of reasons to hit the trail early these days in Vermont…and these grit...
Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Roast Cauliflower with Parmesan

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I’m always surprised by how much family and friends love this dish given how simple it is to prepare, I really have to remember to make i...
Friday, January 10, 2014

Grilled Pork Chops in a White Bean Clam Broth

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When life gets busy there aren’t many things quite as easy to prepare as grilling a piece of meat or chicken, but with just a smidge more...
Monday, December 30, 2013

Tenderloin with Pancetta Kale Pesto

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New Year’s is a great excuse to dig out the barbeque and get a little decadent with some fried cured pork spooned over a thick slice of te...
Tuesday, December 17, 2013

What's in Your Pantry?

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After writing this blog for more than two years I thought it was high time to go through my pantry, cupboards, and fridge and create a lis...
Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Poached Cod and Vegetables in a Five Spice Broth

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This is the kind of light meal you could eat all the time, and one of the easiest ways to prepare cod or any other firm white fish.   In a...
Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Gravlax with Mustard Dill Sauce

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It’s officially the holiday party season and whether you’re hosting or pot lucking Gravlax is one of my favorite appetizers and rates very...
Monday, November 25, 2013

Potato Latkes

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It’s potato latkes for Thanksgiving this year, and not only because it’s Hanukah…but because they’re really good.   While they’re is nothi...