Besides ice cream, Thomas Jefferson had a passion for peas. He was quite competitive about his pea-growing. So in his honor, a pea recipe: Peas in a puddle of milk 2 cups shelled English peas or fat shelled sugar snap peas 2 Tbs. unsalted butter 1 cup milk (approx.) sprigs of mint salt and pepper Shell peas. Melt butter in […]
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Lettuces are at their peak. Delicious in salads, of course, but mysteriously good, too, kissed quickly by heat. Halve and grill them on the barbecue, on a stove-top grill pan, or even on a hot well-seasoned cast-iron pan. It only takes minutes – what you’re aiming for is a range of color and flavors, from outer char to still crisp […]
Read moreKale is this year’s “It” vegetable. A nutritional powerhouse with sudden cachet. How to include it on your Thanksgiving table? Here is a robust dish, good for potlucks. Creamy and cheesy, it may win over ever even ardent leafy-green haters in your family. Creamy Kale Gratin (Serves 4) 8 oz. kale, thick stems removed, rinsed and chopped (about 8 cups) […]
Read moreLettuces are at their peak. Delicious in salads, of course, but mysteriously good, too, kissed quickly by heat. Halve and grill them on the barbecue, on a stove-top grill pan, or even on a hot well-seasoned cast-iron pan. It only takes minutes – what you’re aiming for is a range of color and flavors, from outer char to still crisp […]
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