Quick pickling is one of the easiest food preservation methods. Quick pickles, or refrigerator pickles, use vinegar to inhibit bacterial growth (=preserve) and are stored in the fridge. The brine contains equal parts vinegar and water, along with salt, sugar, and spices. This is an read more
maple season part 2 Our northern woods provide us with one of the most precious wild foods in the form of maple syrup. Maple sap runs in late winter and early spring, when days are bright but still cold. This maple lentil salad was inspired read more
maple season part 1 Roasted maple walnuts are addictively good to snack on or to add a maple crunch to salads and desserts. Maple and walnut are a classic combination, but feel free to use another nut of your choice. Pecans or peanuts would be read more
citrus season When we take care of our gut health, we take care of our mental health. Our brain and gut are in constant communication, and if our brains aren’t working their best, we can have a stronger sense of this link. Since my brain read more
These easy fermented ginger beets are a great way to use up beets. All you need is beets, salt, ginger, and a few days to let them ferment. The flavors magically transform as fermentation proceeds. Beet season Late winter is special in Upstate New York. read more