By Jeanie Rose | Beans
This soup is a great example of the finished product being so much more than the sum of the parts. The ingredients are common and yet the resulting soup is superb. It is bright and memorable. (Cooked garbanzos substitute well for the white beans, just cut down on the liquid.) As a variation, melt shredded […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Apple
Frozen apples are great to have on hand for pies, cakes, and other treats throughout the winter. The process is simple: peel and slice your apples, freeze them on a cookie sheet, and then put them in a plastic freezer bag for longer-term storage. That is the basic process, but we provide more detail here […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Winter Squash
If you aim to be thrifty, it helps to also be creative. Such moments can lead to wonderful inventions like these muffins. I had a squishy banana on the counter and a dab of butternut puree in the refrigerator — not enough for any of my loved projects. I had broken some dried apple slices […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Winter Squash
When I first viewed this recipe, I felt dubious because of the quantity of molasses. After years of flipping past the page, I decided to give it a try. After all, Yvonne Young Tarr has never been accused of a wrong turn in her recipes. This is from her Squash Cookbook, copyright 1978. The three […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Nuts and Seeds
For several years I have encountered a bright flavor in Middle Eastern food — in fattoush salad and in various breads at the Syrian grocery store. The oregano, thyme, and sesame seeds were recognizable but there was a distinct ingredient I had trouble placing. The ingredient turned out to be sumac in a spice mix […]
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