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Crème Fraîche, Made Well
Recipes  /  December 22, 2025
by Scott Stokes

Crème Fraîche, Made Well

Hood Strawberry & Rye Crumb with Crème Fraîche
Desserts, Recipes  /  December 22, 2025
by Scott Stokes

Hood Strawberry & Rye Crumb with Crème Fraîche

Winter Kale & Potato Soup, Two Ways
Soups and Stews  /  December 21, 2025
by Scott Stokes

Winter Kale & Potato Soup, Two Ways

Improved Siberian Kale: The Reliable Workhorse of the Winter Garden
Ingredients  /  December 18, 2025
by Scott Stokes

Improved Siberian Kale: The Reliable Workhorse of the Winter Garden

Emmer Farrotto with Mushrooms: A Winter Grain Dish Built for Depth and Comfort
Lunch, Recipes  /  December 13, 2025
by Scott Stokes

Emmer Farrotto with Mushrooms: A Winter Grain Dish Built for Depth and Comfort

Ragged Jack Kale: The Ornamental, Sweet, and Resilient Heirloom of Winter Gardens
Ingredients  /  December 12, 2025
by Scott Stokes

Ragged Jack Kale: The Ornamental, Sweet, and Resilient Heirloom of Winter Gardens

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Did You Know?

Ingredient Pairings

Garlic and ginger are commonly paired together in many Asian dishes. The pungent and savory flavor of garlic complements the zesty and aromatic taste of ginger, resulting in a delicious combination of flavors.

Food Facts

The world's hottest chili pepper is the Carolina Reaper. It measures over 2 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU) and can cause intense heat and burning sensation.

Cooking Tips

When making soups or stews, skim off any impurities or foam that rises to the surface during the cooking process. This helps to achieve a cleaner and clearer broth or stock.

Ingredient Spotlight

Cinnamon is a warm and aromatic spice that adds a sweet and slightly spicy flavor to dishes. It is commonly used in baking, desserts, and hot beverages. Cinnamon can also be used in savory dishes, such as curries and stews.

Foraging Facts

Edible seaweed, such as nori, dulse, and wakame, can be foraged along coastlines and is a nutritious addition to various dishes. Make sure to forage from clean water sources and be aware of local regulations regarding seaweed harvesting.

Baking Hacks

To prevent fruit from sinking to the bottom of a cake or muffins, toss them in a small amount of flour before folding them into the batter. The flour coating helps to suspend the fruit in the batter.

Culinary Terms

Emulsify is the process of combining two liquids that do not easily mix, such as oil and vinegar, into a stable, smooth mixture. This is often achieved by slowly adding one ingredient to the other while vigorously whisking or blending.

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