When its storming, we want comfort food and jook–also known as congee and porridge–is easy, delicious and inexpensive. But does it prevent hangovers? Why not try it and let us know?… Read More »
The weather certainly is cooperating when it comes to celebrating Irish cooking, isn’t it? Rain, fog and rolling green hills make lamb stew, corned beef, botxy, colcannon, soda bread and such taste that much better, don’t you think? And while we’re at it, it’s St. Paddy’s, not St. Patty’s (which would refer to St. Patricia). End of today’s lesson. Now it’s time for show-and-tell. In today’s Seasonal Pantry, I ask about your St. Patrick’s Day traditions, food, drink and otherwise.… Read More »
Because artichokes are bountiful in the spring, it is easy to assume they are a spring crop. But in California, which supplies 100 percent of commercial artichokes in the US, artichokes are harvested year round, with crops peaking in the spring and again in the fall. … Read More »
When of spring’s most delicious delicacies, asparagus, is now available at local farmers markets. Here’s you’ll find delicious recipes from the Seasonal Pantry archives.… Read More »
As promised in today’s Seasonal Pantry, here are more recipes using stinging nettles, including stinging nettle pasta, which is both delicious and beautiful. … Read More »
Got chicken? Roasting it is one of the easiest and most delicious ways to enjoy it. Here’s a foolproof recipe, along with links to Malaysian-style poached chicken, black rice jook (made with chicken stock) and more. … Read More »
Why pay a premium for out-of-season produce when local crops are by definition in season and delicious? Eat This Now looks at the soaring price of produce and features recipes perfect for the season. … Read More »
When you prepare polenta is a slow-cooker, it stays creamy for hours, leaving you free to relax and enjoy your guests. It’s a perfect way to entertain on, say, New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day. Polenta has the added attraction of being very inexpensive. Look for Golden Pheasant brand or Guisto’s Organic Polenta.… Read More »
I had a chicken in Forestville. A week ago, a critter got into the coop and killed her and one other hen. It is one of the risks of raising chickens, but worth the heartache when you understand the superiority of eggs from happy, well-fed hens. Recipes, too, of course.… Read More »
