This is definitely the month for cider. Usually most people have it just a chilled drink during this time of year. However it can be a vital ingredient to any fall cooking or baking. Its' taste livens up any dish , giving it a pop of unexpected flavor. A dash of cider is just a great idea for whatever you have in mind.
Surprisingly any meat goes well with cider. It can be used with turkey. duck and chicken, as a sauce or a marinade to flavor the meat. Mostly it's used in pork and ham dishes. which makes sense. For centuries Germans have been serving apple dishes as sides with these meats. To add cider to them is a no brainer. There is a great crock pot recipe that calls for slow cooking ham with cider for four hours and then roasting it in a cider bath. You can also braise pork loin in it for a both delightfully sweet and savory main meal. Wild meats such as venison can also be cooked with apple cider. too, mostly in pot roasts. If you're adventurous you can try cider as a marinade for this as well.
Apple cider is widely used in baking. Many farms across the country feature apple cider doughnuts amongst their baked products. These add a sweet fruity note and are almost impossible to resist. For a different spin make cider doughnut holes too for fun party snacking. The drink is also used in muffin recipes along with cake ones. Apple cider pound cake is a New England favorite , perfect for a Sunday afternoon tea. There is also the decadent caramel apple cake made not only with cider but also with a good helping of apples and caramel. You can also use apple cider in making spicy sorbets, a good dessert for warm Indian summer evenings.
Apple cider is perfect on its' own as a refreshing, chilled drink. However it's even better used as an ingredient in any kind of dish from dinner to dessert. Try it for it's versatility and to liven up your fall menu!
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Saturday, February 12, 2011
Honest Abe's Menu
Today is Abe Lincoln;s birthday. This great man came from humble beginnings as we all know. His backwoods origins also included a love of simple food whether from the forest or the garden. He ate simply , his mind more on his law studies than on his stomach. Despite all he ate well and even nutritiously.
Lincoln's Southern Illinois and Indiana back in the 1800's was just starting to become farmland. His stepmother probably cooked a lot of wild onion and parsnips, either boiled or stewed with meats to flavor them. There was plenty of wild meat to choose from, from raccoons to squirrels to pigeons. Lincoln had a fondness for chicken, especially fricasseed and he carried that with him to the White House. H e liked gingerbread a, love from his boyhood along with fruits, in particular apples. These probably grew in abundance on his farms and along the roads and were always there for the picking.
Once he was elected into the White House, Lincoln abandon his culinary loves. He still enjoyed plenty of fresh fruits,. especially grapes in the summer. He still loved apples along with apple pies pies He was not into the fancily decorated cakes and gelatins of the period, preferring simple butter cookies and plain cakes. He did have a passion for oysters especially in a creamy stew.. This last was a big 19th Century passion. Mostly everyone from that era relished this particular bivalve. and there was an incredible amount of oyster recipes in cookbooks of the time. One thing that stood out Lincoln was a lifelong non drinker,he preferred a glass of water to wine or spirits. This may have come from his days of drinking fresh stream or well water a a boy.
Abe Lincoln wasn't a gourmand like other presidents. He had none of Jefferson's culinary curiosity about food nor was he a love of all things rich like Taft . Much like his principles, he was more for the simple and pure..
Lincoln's Southern Illinois and Indiana back in the 1800's was just starting to become farmland. His stepmother probably cooked a lot of wild onion and parsnips, either boiled or stewed with meats to flavor them. There was plenty of wild meat to choose from, from raccoons to squirrels to pigeons. Lincoln had a fondness for chicken, especially fricasseed and he carried that with him to the White House. H e liked gingerbread a, love from his boyhood along with fruits, in particular apples. These probably grew in abundance on his farms and along the roads and were always there for the picking.
Once he was elected into the White House, Lincoln abandon his culinary loves. He still enjoyed plenty of fresh fruits,. especially grapes in the summer. He still loved apples along with apple pies pies He was not into the fancily decorated cakes and gelatins of the period, preferring simple butter cookies and plain cakes. He did have a passion for oysters especially in a creamy stew.. This last was a big 19th Century passion. Mostly everyone from that era relished this particular bivalve. and there was an incredible amount of oyster recipes in cookbooks of the time. One thing that stood out Lincoln was a lifelong non drinker,he preferred a glass of water to wine or spirits. This may have come from his days of drinking fresh stream or well water a a boy.
Abe Lincoln wasn't a gourmand like other presidents. He had none of Jefferson's culinary curiosity about food nor was he a love of all things rich like Taft . Much like his principles, he was more for the simple and pure..
Monday, December 27, 2010
Foodie In A BLizzard
This is the time for blizzards which we've seen recently today in the New York Metro area. .This is the time to have a well stocked pantry full of the basics. After all you're not only going to be stuck inside but you're also not going to reach your local stores for a day or two. Keep favorite foods at hand during these times.
Always have the basics on hand, these are eggs, milk bread and you can make an amazing amount of dishes with them. You can combine all three to make french toast or scramble the eggs with milk or toast for a hearty breakfast or lunch,. I also find that having anything canned, whether Spaghetti-o's or corn are also good. Another good thing to have is peanut butter. Eat some before you do a few rounds of snow shoveling for a burst of quick energy.
Of course a blizzard is the perfect time to snack as well. Have plenty of popcorn, chips and pretzels along with dips and soda for the long evening ahead. It's the perfect time to play board games and nosh. Cakes and cookies are also fun and surprisingly enough ice cream. For some reason during the snowiest weather there are some of us who crave a hot fudge or hot caramel sundae. Go figure. For others settle in with a sweet steamy cup of hot cocoa and enjoy a favorite show or book.
don;t let a blizzard throw you . have a well stocked pantry for when the weather turns arctic and a foot of snow is predicted. You'll be warm and safe - and most of all well fed during harsh weather.
Always have the basics on hand, these are eggs, milk bread and you can make an amazing amount of dishes with them. You can combine all three to make french toast or scramble the eggs with milk or toast for a hearty breakfast or lunch,. I also find that having anything canned, whether Spaghetti-o's or corn are also good. Another good thing to have is peanut butter. Eat some before you do a few rounds of snow shoveling for a burst of quick energy.
Of course a blizzard is the perfect time to snack as well. Have plenty of popcorn, chips and pretzels along with dips and soda for the long evening ahead. It's the perfect time to play board games and nosh. Cakes and cookies are also fun and surprisingly enough ice cream. For some reason during the snowiest weather there are some of us who crave a hot fudge or hot caramel sundae. Go figure. For others settle in with a sweet steamy cup of hot cocoa and enjoy a favorite show or book.
don;t let a blizzard throw you . have a well stocked pantry for when the weather turns arctic and a foot of snow is predicted. You'll be warm and safe - and most of all well fed during harsh weather.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Salmon Heathy Goodness
Salmon is one of those foods that's not only good for you but also tasty.It's good for both the body and the palate. Salmon is also one of the most versatile of all the fishes going from pan to grill, from sushi to lox. It also can be served at any time, form breakfast right on through to dinner.Salmon is the perfect seafood for any cook from the novice to the pro.
Most salmon eaten is usually the salt water kind. These are divided into sub categories: Atlantic and Pacific . The Atlantic salmon are farmed while the Pacific variety are more "freer ranged"or wild. There are some fresh water salmon breeds that are also sold in fish markets and groceries. These are the sockeyes and come come from Alaska mostly. Keep in mind that the salt water ones from the Atlantic do contain PCB a dixoin that can cause damage to the body. If you're buying salmon, ask specifically for the Pacific grown ones because they will be healthier for you. All salmon contain Omega 3 fatty acids which are good anti cancer agents as well as brain food. (meaning they speed up the growth of brain cells) Salmon is usually a pinkish coral in color although you can buy white fleshed kind. the color comes from the fish eating carotenoid pigments found in krill and other smaller seafood (like shrimp). Most people prefer their salmon with this rich reddish hue.
Salmon is a versatile meat. It can be grilled with just a spritz of lemon or a variety of marinades.This makes for th e perfect summer time dinner, especially with a side of quick made rice pilaf or a nice fresh picked garden salad.Another easy and tempting dish are salmon cakes. These are similar to the classic crab ones except that Worcester sauce and cheddar are added. A salmon mousse makes a wonderful spread when you're having guest overs for hors oeuvres and drinks. Don't forget about salmon for breakfast it can sub in nicely for Canadian bacon in Eggs Benedict and is often included in omelets.
Salmon is a versatile fish that can be made a variety of way. Not only that; it tastes good but it's good for you. It's the perfect food on any level, whether culinary or dietary. Salmon is just full of goodness and health.
Most salmon eaten is usually the salt water kind. These are divided into sub categories: Atlantic and Pacific . The Atlantic salmon are farmed while the Pacific variety are more "freer ranged"or wild. There are some fresh water salmon breeds that are also sold in fish markets and groceries. These are the sockeyes and come come from Alaska mostly. Keep in mind that the salt water ones from the Atlantic do contain PCB a dixoin that can cause damage to the body. If you're buying salmon, ask specifically for the Pacific grown ones because they will be healthier for you. All salmon contain Omega 3 fatty acids which are good anti cancer agents as well as brain food. (meaning they speed up the growth of brain cells) Salmon is usually a pinkish coral in color although you can buy white fleshed kind. the color comes from the fish eating carotenoid pigments found in krill and other smaller seafood (like shrimp). Most people prefer their salmon with this rich reddish hue.
Salmon is a versatile meat. It can be grilled with just a spritz of lemon or a variety of marinades.This makes for th e perfect summer time dinner, especially with a side of quick made rice pilaf or a nice fresh picked garden salad.Another easy and tempting dish are salmon cakes. These are similar to the classic crab ones except that Worcester sauce and cheddar are added. A salmon mousse makes a wonderful spread when you're having guest overs for hors oeuvres and drinks. Don't forget about salmon for breakfast it can sub in nicely for Canadian bacon in Eggs Benedict and is often included in omelets.
Salmon is a versatile fish that can be made a variety of way. Not only that; it tastes good but it's good for you. It's the perfect food on any level, whether culinary or dietary. Salmon is just full of goodness and health.
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