Springing Some Leeks (and Other Ephemeral Gems)
It’s spring, so it’s wild leek season here in Connecticut. Foraging for wild edibles is something we’ve been doing for many years, and springtime brings a seasonal favorite to our table. We’re fortunate to have 30 acres of woodland right outside the back door. Mushrooms constitute most of our spoils, but when in season, leeks figure prominently in our forays…
Free Eats! Combating the Rising Cost of Food
I try really hard to keep within our food budget. I also try really hard to serve my family food from local, sustainable sources. Fortunately, a little bit of foraging for food can supplement our family's supply while providing the chance to get some exercise and enjoy the outdoors. It's almost like Mother Nature is enticing us with her “value…
Whole-wheat Irish Soda Bread
While editing an article on goat-milk products this week, and I got a serious craving for some nice, creamy goat cheese. I wanted something healthy, fresh, and simple to go with it and decided this whole-wheat Irish soda bread was the perfect canvas for my cheese. This hearty loaf is dense and moist in the middle and crispy on the…
Springing Some Leeks (and Other Ephemeral Gems)
It’s spring, so it’s wild leek season here in Connecticut. Foraging for wild edibles is something we’ve been doing for many years, and springtime brings a seasonal favorite to our table. We’re fortunate to have 30 acres of woodland right outside the back door. Mushrooms constitute most of our spoils, but when in season, leeks figure prominently in our forays…
Free Eats! Combating the Rising Cost of Food
I try really hard to keep within our food budget. I also try really hard to serve my family food from local, sustainable sources. Fortunately, a little bit of foraging for food can supplement our family's supply while providing the chance to get some exercise and enjoy the outdoors. It's almost like Mother Nature is enticing us with her “value…
Whole-wheat Irish Soda Bread
While editing an article on goat-milk products this week, and I got a serious craving for some nice, creamy goat cheese. I wanted something healthy, fresh, and simple to go with it and decided this whole-wheat Irish soda bread was the perfect canvas for my cheese. This hearty loaf is dense and moist in the middle and crispy on the…
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I try really hard to keep within our food budget. I also…
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