Tag: storytelling
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RICOTTA PIE – a timeless Italian recipe
Hi there, There are nearly as many versions of Italian-style ricotta pie out there as there are Italian grandmothers, but I thought this one was nearly perfect. It was rich, creamy and just slightly sweet. Perfect for after dinner or for a breakfast treat the next morning — if there are any leftovers. This recipe…
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KERALA RIPE MANGO CURRY – from India with love
Hi there, I received this beautiful story and delicious recipe from Babitha Baburajan who blogs over at mypeppermintkitchen.com. Babitha writes that she started writing to help overcome her homesickness. Please make a point of stopping over to My Peppermint Kitchen. It is a beautiful blog filled with recipes you will want to create for your…
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HETTIE’S HOMESTEAD – coming full circle
Hi there, It is my pleasure to share with you Hettie’s story about her homestead and cooking with her mother. She has included a wonderful recipe for us to try. You can find more heartfelt stories at her blog http://hettieshomestead.com. I know you will not be disappointed if you take the time to visit with…
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DARLENE’S PIEROGI – following in her mother’s footsteps
Hi there, To continue my series saluting Mother’s, it is my pleasure to bring you the story and the recipe for these delicious pierogi from Darlene Foster. Darlene is a very talented storyteller and her work can be found at DarleneFoster.wordpress.com. Mom’s Pierogi by Darlene Foster One of my favorite memories about growing up on the…
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THE BIG SALAD – long before there was Elaine, there was Linda’s big salad
Hi there, Long before Elaine was ordering her big salad at Monk’s and Melissa Clark was teaching the world to toss a salad with your hands or the New York Times featured the Lucali Salad, every Sunday my mother-in-law, Linda, was making a big salad. Sunday dinner was mandatory at the Laganella household. And my…