A little digging leads to some insight into the enigmatic author who spent summers cooking in a cottage in Edgecomb.
recipes
‘True’ cinnamon is pricey – but is it truly different?
Tasters found that while variations were apparent in simple syrups, different brands of cinnamon tasted similiar atop toast.
Bisque-like soup puts carrots at center stage
This one tastes so rich, you’ll forget how healthy it is.
Cauliflower with sesame drizzle sizzles beside Asian entrees
The roasted vegetable should be crisp-tender and browned at the edges.
Documentary on Israeli cuisine to be screened in Portland Nov. 5
The new film on the complex, diverse and ancient cookery will be shown at the Jewish Community Alliance, followed by a reception and tastings.
‘Better-than-Takeout’ offers an easy introduction to Thai cooking
Our reviewer is excited to expand her husband’s palate beyond pad Thai.
Mongolian beef boasts depth of flavor, delectably clingy sauce
This dish allows a wonderful glaze to coat the ultra-thin slices of steak.
Grandmother’s lemon sponge pudding stands up to time – and children
The gift of a recipe comes wrapped in family, memory, motherhood and love.
Fresh ginger tea good for what ails you
And a single crop of chopped ginger can make multiple pots.
The Maine Ingredient: Peasant soups from Portugal and Greece are easy to make
With bread, salad and bowls of caldo verde or avgolemono, you’ve got a meal.