WOODSTOCK — As the temperature takes a tumble, what better way to quell the wintery chill than with the home-cooked comfort of a hearty stew and fresh-baked bread.
Serve as the perfect compliment to any meal or put in decorative container for use as the ideal hosting gift for Thanksgiving dinner.
Green Bean CasseroleIngredients
Thanksgiving is a time for families to get together … and eat! Much of the food traditionally consumed on this holiday originated in the Americas. And today, a lot of it is available from local farms, so you can support Vermont's agriculture while eating tasty products that you know will be …
Vermont Ale and Cheddar SoupBeer soup dates back to Medieval Europe. Served for breakfast, old recipes are as simple as beer that’s been boiled and thickened with stale bread and egg yolks. Over time, spices, onion, cheese were added and, voila, beer cheese soup was invented. We are using Lo…
Crustless Spinach Quiche
SAUTEED ZUCCHINI FINGERS
This recipe comes to us courtesy of Chef Don formerly of Del's Pizza & Pasta House in Barre. Zucchini is packed with many important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It has a high fiber content and a low calorie count. Fiber plays an important role in digestion and may limit the like…
The following recipe was provided by New England Cooks:
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This recipe is brought to us by Lisa Caponigri in "Whatever Happened to Sunday Dinner."
Peppercorn Steak
This recipe comes to us from Christoph Wingensiefen, executive chef and food and beverage director at Stoweflake.
As summertime brings families and friends together for outdoor celebrations, the U.S. Department of Agriculture wants to make sure your summer festivities are food safe. Whether you’re grilling burgers, camping, or having a picnic, everyone should always remember to practice proper handwashi…
Boule Bakery beckons from the corner of Railroad and Portland streets in St. Johnsbury. Its large glass front windows amply light an interior that would be equally at home in chic Brooklyn or San Francisco. White subway tile wainscoting is topped by dark gray painted bead board and accented …
This recipe comes to us from Chef Jimmy Kennedy, of Plainfield:
Try a healthy Argentinian favorite: Chimichurri.
Maple trees symbolize balance, offering, practical magic, promise, longevity, generosity, and intelligence. One reason behind these meanings is that maple trees have the ability to adapt to many different soil types and climates.
Highland Cattle roast
Editor's note: This is the first story in a series to highlight the delectable baked goods on offer at bakeries around Vermont.
Dean Martin sang, “When the stars make you drool, just like pasta fazool, that's amore.”
Chimichurri, a marinade and condiment, is an Argentinian favorite that is loved for its full flavor and complementary abilities. This sauce is the perfect accompaniment for chicken, fish, pasta, sausages, and steaks. And from a health standpoint, chimichurri is loaded with good-for-you benef…
The following pizza recipe for National Pizza Day was provided to by Stefano Coppola, chef/owner of Morse Block Deli & Taps and Pearl Street Pizza, both in Barre.
This recipe is provided by Sandy Zielinski, co-host of New England Cooks. "This is my go-to recipe when I’m having company in the cold-weather months. The best feature, aside from the wonderful flavors, is that you make it the day before, leaving you to visit and enjoy your friends."
Lentils, like beans, are legumes. They’re high-protein, edible pulses that grow in pods. Lentils are typically sold dried and look like tiny lenses or pebbles and have a mild, earthy flavor. ... Lentils are also often used in vegetarian recipes in place of meat, like in these lentil veggie b…
Broccoli, Brassica oleracea, variety italica, form of cabbage, of the mustard family (Brassicaceae), grown for its edible flower buds and stalk. Native to the eastern Mediterranean and Asia Minor, sprouting broccoli was cultivated in Italy in ancient Roman times and was introduced to England…
Tea is one of the things that helps me get through winter. It might sound boring, but I find a warm mug of tea on a grey winter’s day a welcome comfort to the bitter cold. And the number of unique tea varieties available these days keeps it interesting. It also helps prevent me from drinking…
MAPLE MUFFINSIngredients
COFFEE SHORTBREADThis recipe is provided by Chef Tom Bivins of the former New England Culinary Institute.
PROSCIUTTO CHICKEN SAUTE1 pound boned and skinned chicken breasts, sliced 1/4-inch thick
I’ve never really understood pomegranates. They’re fruit, but when you cut them open, you find that they’re entirely made up of seeds. There’s no edible flesh like a melon or an apple. So what are you supposed to do with a bunch of seeds?
These recipes are provided to us courtesy of Sandy Zielinski, co-host of New England Cooks.
Why is Eggnog a Christmas Tradition? As young America was an agricultural country, there were lots of farms, which meant lots of dairy animals and chickens, which meant lots of milk and eggs. Eggs + milk + booze = eggnog. Journals and diaries from back then reveal that eggnog was a Christmas…
Eggs Poached in Tomato Sauce (Shakshuka)Shakshuka is a staple dish at any Israeli breakfast – whether you’re in a restaurant or at home – and it’s considered a significant competitor to falafel and hummus for the title of ‘best Israeli dish’. ... The dish’s name, shakshuka, essentially means…
SMOKEY JALAPENO POPPERS WRAPPED WITH BACONThis recipe comes to us courtesy of Chef Tom Bivins, executive director of the Vermont Cheese Council.IngredientsJalapeño peppersGrafton Smoked Cheddar, gratedBacon strips, cut in half or thirdsBarbeque sauce, as neededPreparationPreheat oven to 400…
Cranberries are fall’s take on lemons. Though one is a berry and the other a citrus, I think the two are more alike than not when it comes to desserts. They both have a pleasant sourness that holds up well to sweetness. Many ripe fruits (excluding citrus, in general) are high in natural suga…
This recipe comes from New England Cooks co-host Tony Campos. “I personally love this recipe because it has a kick to it unlike your average Shrimp Cocktail and it’s so easy to make. You will wow your family and guest this holiday season.” he said.
This soup is great for autumn but really any time of the year. Chef Paul Fucello of Cornerstone Pub & Kitchen shared this delicious recipe with us.
Egg drop soup is a Chinese soup of wispy beaten eggs in chicken broth. Condiments such as black or white pepper, and finely chopped scallions and tofu are optional, but commonly added to the soup. The soup is made by adding a thin stream of beaten eggs to the boiling broth in the final momen…
TONY’S CAULIFLOWER SOUPCauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable that is naturally high in fiber and B-vitamins. It provides antioxidants and phytonutrients that can protect against cancer. It also contains fiber to enhance weight loss and digestion, choline that is essential for learning and m…
TONY’S CAULIFLOWER SOUPCauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable that is naturally high in fiber and B-vitamins. It provides antioxidants and phytonutrients that can protect against cancer. It also contains fiber to enhance weight loss and digestion, choline that is essential for learning and m…
HEARTY TUSCAN SOUP WITH PARMESAN CROUTONS
A recipe from Curtiss Hemm of the Pink Ribbon Cookbook
Tired of making peach pie, but love fresh peaches? Try these delicious peach crumble bars. This recipe is provided by New England Cooks’ co-host Sandy Zielinski.
STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB PRESERVES
What do steamed mussels taste like? Many could describe a mussel as a “chicken of the sea” in taste, but I feel like that is a disgrace to seafood. I find that a mussel tastes like the sea and have a mild taste to them. Mussels are soft but have a tender chewiness to them when made correctly…
FRESH RHUBARB BREAD PUDDINGThis recipe comes to us from New England Cooks co-host Sandy Zielinski.
LOBSTER CASSEROLE
CHEVRE AND FIELD GREENS SALAD WITH ROASTED GARLIC VINAIGRETTEWhat is chevre? Goat cheese, or chevre, is cheese made from goat’s milk. Goat cheeses are made in a wide variety of styles, from soft fresh cheese to hard aged cheese. This recipe is from former Chef Jeffrey Lang, The Alchemist in …
