C and I were introduced to this venerable Italian powerhouse at the home of our friend, Zach Falcon. It’s a Falcon family recipe and of course, is not written down. Zach downloaded it verbally over coffee one morning and this is my interpretation.
1 lb italian sausage or pepperoni (a salty meat of some [...]
Posted on April 28th, 2008 by pollee
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Yellow Split Peas hold their shape well and can be used in any season. When carrots are added, they develop the most amazing sweetness. I don’t measure so all the listings below are approximate. Change according to your taste and make it yours.
3 c yellow split peas
1 medium onion
1 serrano pepper
1c carrots
4-5 cloves garlic
3 c [...]
Posted on April 22nd, 2008 by pollee
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Move over sweet potato fries, here come the green beans!
fresh green beans
olive oil
salt & pepper
This recipe, if you can even call it that, is a snap [no pun intended] and works well for an appetizer or a side.
Snap off the stem ends. Toss the beans lightly with olive oil and a little salt. Put them [...]
Posted on April 13th, 2008 by pollee
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How often have you come across recipes that called for a cup of vegetable broth, only to have none on hand? This problem is about to be solved, my friends.
All you need:
Two, one-gallon plastic freezer bags
Vegetable remnants from onions, carrots, celery, broccoli, eggplant, kale, etc.
One stir-fry and half your job is done. Save [...]
Posted on April 9th, 2008 by pollee
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Asparagus has made its spring appearance in Midwest grocery stores. My cousin Shanny found this delicious concoction and my mom shared it with me.
This salad is perfect for the abundance of wild asparagus growing around our farm. The white vinegar gives the dressing major ZING – so cut back if zing ain’t your thing. It [...]
Posted on April 3rd, 2008 by pollee
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