One of my favorite parts of Thanksgiving dinner is the leftovers! Turkey and all the fixings warmed up the next day is so wonderful all by itself, although some people end up with so much extra turkey that they have to get creative with new variations on old dishes. Turkey is a New World bird, […]
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Wassail, from the Saxon phrase “Wass Hael” or “Good Health” is a custom carried on throughout the holiday season. A Wassail bowl filled with a variety of festive drinks is welcome at any good celebration. Here are some ideas for spirited drinks to fill your wassailing bowl so you are ready for holiday cheer and
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November 11th is Veteran’s Day in the United States. I am very proud of my long family tradition of service stretching back to the 1600’s. To my grandnephews, nephew, sister, father, uncles, grandfathers, grand uncles and cousins, I extend my heartfelt thanks for your service. November 11th is also known as Martinmas
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Pumpkins, squash and gourds (the ones with yellow blossoms) are New World foods. Native Americans used them in companion plantings with corn and beans to provide a sustainable ecosystem called ‘Three Sisters’. They are high in beta carotene, Vitamin A and C, along with lots of dietary fiber. I love to roast mine to
Eating seasonal foods is a fantastic idea all year round, but I admit to getting an extra amount of satisfaction when it comes to end-of-the-year holiday season foods. Starting with late October and working through January, I am going to explore the foods that are in season for North America, the history behind their use
I pulled up some fresh turnips out of a friend’s neighbor’s garden last weekend. I am not a huge fan of turnips. The only turnip dish that I have ever actually enjoyed is something I’ve encountered through many years of historical reenactment, a dish from a 15th century work by an Italian author named Platina.
I had the chance to spend some time with my fellow healthy food blogger Jaya Patel last week. We were playing around making some videos in her kitchen. When we were done, she treated me to some of her Golden Eggs. She and her daughters have been keeping three pet backyard chickens. These are some
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People say to me all the time “I wish I could take classes with you! I really need to learn how to cook!” Well guess what? You can! Check out my Classes tab for a listing of the types of classes I offer. I will even come to your home (provided you
Dear Chef Christy, I have been doing a lot of reading about GMO (genetically modified organisms) I have some friends who say don’t touch them and others say it is no big deal. What do you think? Pat from Marietta, GA That’s a great question, Pat. GMO’s are in the news a lot,
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