Garlic News

It's a shortcut for lazy cooks, goes this reasoning, but not something a serious chef would consider.

The season for cookie-exchange parties is in full swing, and though you can always whip up a batch of iced sugar cookies or Nestle Tollhouse chocolate chip cookies, showing up with the same cookie as someone else can feel a bit like wearing the same dress as another guest to a party.

Harrison Littell, chef at Claire's Restaurant and Bar in Hardwick, is happy to pay a premium for local, state-inspected chicken from Tangletown Farm in Glover.

The screen explodes with dazzling images of African-American men and women high-stepping to the sounds of a smokin' brass band, then cuts to a young man on the sidelines of the parade cooking ribs.

The cure is in the kitchen. Steaming hot bowls of "stinking rose" soup will fortify your immune system and keep illness away.

This week in the garden I'm planting one of my favourite culinary ingredients garlic.

Those who eschew meat during the holidays are often given the short shrift - there is only so much stuffing or variations on roasted vegetable sides one can eat.

Once the turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes have been put away, belt loops loosened from that plate of seconds and grandma's favorite platter and gravy boat are put away, the anticipation is over and success is yours.

Warming up with horseradish - Close on the heels of my love for garlic is that for horseradish.

The "S" pies from the Pitruco Pizza food truck. From left to right: Soppressata, Spicy Garlic, and Sausage.

Sometimes you come across a great and simple recipe that appeals to you instantly.

Local researchers may have discovered further evidence of the humble garlic clove's mighty health benefits, after a study into the vegetable's effects on those who have suffered strokes.

You can create a menu to plan your next party or event and publish it to share with friends - for FREE! This is a riff on hummus, using winter squash instead of chickpeas.

We've now had our first rude drop to the cellar of temperatures. It's funny how the memory does not prepare you for a wind chill of 9 degrees.

Drizzle with the olive oil and toss to coat. Season with salt and black pepper. Roast for 40 minutes, or until tender and browned, stirring every so often.

It is well known that what you eat determines how you feel. Our bodies need vitamins, proteins, carbohydrates and other essential nutrients in order to function properly so that you could be your best self.