Christmas Fudge
When I was growing up, my Grandma ‘Nez used to host the family Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dinner. I wish I had a clear recollection of how long it would take her to make all of the treats and … Continue reading →
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Real Food
“Feed your family and avoid waste by creative use of all of nature’s bounty.” That age-old cook’s imperative has inspired generations of the world’s best recipes and most delicious prepared foods. Boiled in water long enough those bones, skin, heads, … Continue reading →
Turkeys : Stuffing vs. Dressing
To kick off our series of Thanksgiving posts I am updating an earlier post and issuing a challenge to all of you urban farmers, courageous cooks, and foraging folk. I’m challenging you to stuff your turkey before you slaughter it. … Continue reading →
Muffuletta Sandwich
Muffuletta Sandwich Serves 4 Inspiration Signor Salvatore Lupo, the proprietor of New Orleans Central Grocery, invented this Sicilian inspired sandwich in 1906. A combination of cured Italian meats (salami for certain and Mortadella or proscuitto or Coppa or ham), an Italian … Continue reading →