Recipes requested

The Peninsula Clarion is seeking recipes that showcase our area’s traditional foods. Do you have a special way of preparing our local fish and game?… Continue reading

This Feb. 23, 2015 photo shows dunderi ricotta dumplings  in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)

Dumplings from Jenn, delicious

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — When Portland chef Jenn Louis set out to perfect pasta dumplings in Italy, she was occasionally met with such disdain from… Continue reading

This Feb. 23, 2015 photo shows dunderi ricotta dumplings  in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)
Pioneer Potluck: About growing up on a farm

Pioneer Potluck: About growing up on a farm

1937 to 1955 Northern Colorado I have a small book that my grandson Michael Jordan gave me, titled, “Grandma, Tell me your Memories.” He gave… Continue reading

Pioneer Potluck: About growing up on a farm
Grilled to perfection, butter-basted artichokes, golden in spring

Grilled to perfection, butter-basted artichokes, golden in spring

For the next several weeks, artichokes will be at their peak. From March to May, you’ll find the best artichokes at the market – and… Continue reading

Grilled to perfection, butter-basted artichokes, golden in spring
This Feb. 23, 2015 photo shows Brussels sprouts in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)

Getting evenly roasted Brussels sprouts is all about space

With Passover looming, I thought it might be nice to suggest a side dish — roasted Brussels sprouts — to complement the feast’s traditional items.… Continue reading

This Feb. 23, 2015 photo shows Brussels sprouts in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)
This March 2, 2015 photo shows celery root and chipotle romoulade slaw in Concord, N.H. Celery root is a good source of filling fiber and vitamins C and K. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)

Celery root: It’s not pretty, but it’s pretty tasty in slaw

It wasn’t until I lived in France that I fully appreciated how underused celeriac — also called celery root — is here in the US.… Continue reading

  • Mar 24, 2015
  • By MELISSA D'ARABIAN
  • LifeFood
This March 2, 2015 photo shows celery root and chipotle romoulade slaw in Concord, N.H. Celery root is a good source of filling fiber and vitamins C and K. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)

Pioneer Potluck: About the gathering of the McClure’s

May 26, 1916 Juniata County, Pennsylvania   I am fortunate to have on loan, precious pieces of paper, letters and photo’s that my Mother and… Continue reading

Asparagus? Meh! This Easter give me bacon, eggs and potatoes

The classic foods of Easter dinner have never done much for me. Sure, a honey-glazed ham is nice. But the rest of the meal tends… Continue reading

Pans for every purpose… from cinnamon buns to little French cakes

With plans for Easter brunch in the making, a breakfast cake as pretty and tasty as “Cinnamon Pull Aparts” would definitely be a crowd pleaser,… Continue reading

Pioneer Potluck: About the American and Alaskan Flag

1989 to now North Nikiski, Alaska   Bob has seen to it that we have a large United State of America flag and the Alaskan… Continue reading

I love it, I hate it, I love it...

I love it, I hate it, I love it…

Recently, my hubby surprised me with a new commercial quality compressor-style ice cream and gelato maker. Lest you think an ice cream maker is not… Continue reading

I love it, I hate it, I love it...

Pioneer Potluck: About being Irish

On a farm in Northern Colorado 1937 to 1955   Our family was the only Irish family in a mostly German-Russian community. Mom drilled into… Continue reading

Caramelizing onions: delicious and easy

When I first read about “caramelizing” onions in a slow cooker a few years ago, I was skeptical. So, I tucked the notion in the… Continue reading

Pioneer Potluck: About Ginger being left

At The First Presbyterian Church Fort Collins, Colorado About 1945-46   After Sunday School and Church we all piled back into the pea green four… Continue reading

No-yeast, no-knead, no-fuss

No-yeast, no-knead, no-fuss

With no yeast or kneading required, the recipes for Irish Soda Bread and Love Me Tender Buttermilk-Cream Cheese Biscuits make it possible to enjoy fresh-from-the… Continue reading

No-yeast, no-knead, no-fuss

Pioneer Potluck: About Dad’s hat and Sunday School

On a farm in Northern Colorado 1940’s to 1955   Our Dad loved to go to Sunday School and Church. He also loved to drag… Continue reading

Just in time for Valentine's Day, here's the Cherry-Berry Pie in Winter  I promised you last summer. (Photo by Sue Ade)

The Kitchen Ade: For your darling Valentine

Of course, you can always give the one you love a box of assorted chocolates or a big bouquet of flowers for Valentine’s Day. Perhaps… Continue reading

Just in time for Valentine's Day, here's the Cherry-Berry Pie in Winter  I promised you last summer. (Photo by Sue Ade)
Pioneer Potluck: Dad and his birthdays

Pioneer Potluck: Dad and his birthdays

On a farm in Northern Colorado Born in Kansas, Feb. 15, 1914 to1983   Dad always had a story about everything, whether it was long… Continue reading

  • Feb 10, 2015
  • By Ann 'Grannie Annie' Berg
  • LifeFood
Pioneer Potluck: Dad and his birthdays
This Jan. 19, 2015 photo shows slow cooker pulled chicken Greek pitas in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)

10 fresh ideas for using slow cooker pulled chicken and pork

Lots of people love their slow cookers. Just as many folks don’t. We tend to be in the latter group. Not because we don’t appreciate… Continue reading

This Jan. 19, 2015 photo shows slow cooker pulled chicken Greek pitas in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)
Pioneer Potluck: The end of an era

Pioneer Potluck: The end of an era

Alma Arlene Webb 1917-2015 Beverly, Kansas and Sterling, Alaska   The end of an era closed a chapter of our family history book. After 97… Continue reading

  • Feb 3, 2015
  • By Ann "Grannie Annie" Berg
  • LifeFood
Pioneer Potluck: The end of an era