Cooking with Rich and Flavorful Warm Spices

Cooking with Rich and Flavorful Warm Spices

Cooking with Rich and Flavorful Warm Spices   Brightly colored powders toast and sizzle in a well-loved, tomato-red Dutch oven, mingling with fresh onions, garlic and ginger. Exotic scents draw those nearby to take a peek and a long, deep inhale. Smiles emerge,...
Wonderful Winter Squash

Wonderful Winter Squash

Wonderful Winter Squash   One sure sign that Fall is near is the appearance of wonderful Winter squash at the farmers market. While it is available year-round in grocery stores, it peaks in availability from local farmers in October and November. The name, winter...
Pears: The Other Fall Fruit

Pears: The Other Fall Fruit

Pears: The Other Fall Fruit   Pears – the “gift of the gods”.                             — Homer Lovely yet unassuming, pears have held prominence in cultures for thousands of years. The tree is a symbol of longevity and immortality for many due to its...