Lamb in the USA is often misunderstood. It is a delicate yet flavorful meat, and has a long cultural heritage. For carnivores and omnivores who will not go vegetarian but are bothered by the meatpacking industry, there are several reasons to shun the cow and go for the woolly lamb.
Who can resist a good kitchen gadget? Our kitchen is full of them: the mandolin is great for slicing, the ice cream maker gets a regular workout, and the pressure cooker makes a mean pot of rice or roast beef. I wish we could get a little more use out of the Italian-made pasta machine, [...]
It’s that time of year again: the season for excess and debauchery, and hopefully, quality time with friends and family. I am not going to preach any holiday tips, nor have I looked at any “green” web sites, because I can only imagine the wrist slapping over all these not-so-sustainable practices. What I will do [...]
I’ve commented before that as a society, we’ve become disconnected from our food. Over-processed and over-packaged snacks and meals are part of the problem. But I also think that there is another culprit: Food Network. (more…)