Author Archives: Nancy

Pumpkin Walnut Cake

An easy, good, spice cake that works in an angel food cake pan and keeps well. Needs no icing. Continue reading

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Brazilian-Style Collards

2 pounds collard greens, washed and stemmed 3 slices bacon, chopped 1/4 cup finely chopped garlic (about 8-10 cloves) 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste In batches, … Continue reading

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Greens, Thomas Head

A wide ranging collection of recipes for greens (mostly hearty winter greens) in everything but desserts. Continue reading

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Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Apples and Walnuts

A yummy salad that has the spirit of winter vegetables in a new and different way. Continue reading

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Pineapple Casserole

A yummy sweet and savory side dish, that could be put on the dessert table in a pinch. Continue reading

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Never-Fail Pie Crust

The world has moved on to easier pie crusts — but this one really does work, even for those who make a pie once every few years. Continue reading

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Herb’s Sausage Soup

1 lb. bulk sausage, browned and drained 2 (16 oz) cans kidney beans 1  1 lb. 14 oz. can tomatoes, broken up 1 quart water 1 large onion, chopped 1 bay leaf 1 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt 1/2 tsp. garlic … Continue reading

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Apricot Squares

Absolutely yummy cookie recipe. Continue reading

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Moroccan Chicken Smothered in Olives

The flavors here meld perfectly. Yummy chicken recipe to put over rice. Continue reading

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The Essential New York Times Cookbook, Amanda Hesser

This connects us with our history of using the Times for culinary guidance. Amazing collection of wonderful recipes. Continue reading

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