It’s been several years since I first introduced you to Joan E. Aller’s “Cider Beans, Wild Greens, and Dandelion Jelly: Recipes from Southern Appalachia.” Since… Continue reading
La Salle, Colorado, Here We Come! October 13,14,15, 2000 Sister Elaine and Ted Oster’s place We had a great time in Colorado Springs visiting… Continue reading
Cultivated beetroot (beets) may be as small as an orange, or as large as a grapefruit. Small to medium beets tend to be sweeter and… Continue reading
Left Reno and Traveled Across Nevada and Utah October 8, 2000 Glenwood, Colorado After a nice rest in Glenwood Springs, we had lots hot… Continue reading
Rhubarb was plentiful in Towanda, Pa., where I enjoyed a way-too-short visit with brother Jim Conforti and wife, Donna. Good neighbors Lee and Bonnie were… Continue reading
Reno Here We Come! October 2, 2000 We left Elko, Nev. in tears again. We had so much fun with Bob’s family, Mugs and… Continue reading
RECIPESWILD RICE SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS AND SALMONFix one cup of wild rice as directed.Add to rice:In a small bowl:1/2 cup walnuts1/4 cup white wine or… Continue reading
Yield: 1 (9-inch) pie5 cups ½-inch rhubarb pieces1¼ cups sugar¼ teaspoon salt¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg3 tablespoons quick cooking tapioca1 teaspoon grated lemon… Continue reading
Yield: Pastry for one double crust (9-inch) pie2½ cups (10 ½ ounces) all-purpose flour (I like King Arthur brand all-purpose flour for the crust2 tablespoons… Continue reading
Yield: 1 (9-inch) pie ¼ cup all-purpose flour1½ cups sugar¼ teaspoon salt3 cups ½-inch pieces fresh rhubarb2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and cut in half… Continue reading
My brother Jim Conforti and wife Donna’s live in a farmhouse built in 1916 in Towanda, Pa. His backyard, with its heirloom apple orchard and… Continue reading
Year 2000 Elko, Nevada Here We Come! Recap: Our stay at the Covered Wagon Motel in Jackpot. My first attempt at gambling, where we… Continue reading
Keeping fresh bread, milk and eggs in the house means you will never be without the resources to make a simple meal. In addition, having… Continue reading
Through Montana, Idaho and to Jackpot, Nevada in one day Sept 26, 2000 After leaving Hamilton, Montana, we headed for Salmon, Idaho, where I… Continue reading
With history and a people so diverse, Panamanian cuisine is often fused with that of its neighbors – Costa Rica and Colombia. Located between North… Continue reading
Kalispell, Ronan and Hamilton, Montana Sept 20, 2000 After saying goodbye to Bob’s Mom, Shirley Ricks and sister, Donna, who lived near the Upper Pack… Continue reading
Washington, Idaho and on to Montana A recap of trip so far: I jammed the car door half shut at Dry Creek Camp Ground,… Continue reading
Popsicle season is tough on folks who are intolerant or allergic to cow’s milk. When popsicles containing cow’s milk are offered to those who cannot… Continue reading
This little gem combines my love of grilling with my endless search for new summer vegetarian entrees. Turns out that eggplant parmigiana, that staple of… Continue reading
