As we peruse down the aisles of our local grocery store and browse among its fresh produce bins, we are inundated with tasty food options. Bright colors, stylish brand labels, health claims, and catchy slogans entice us to buy. Yet, most of this expertly designed packaging tells us very little about the quality of the […]
Serves 8 2 cups (250g/8¾ oz) fresh or frozen raspberries 2 cups (250g/8¾ oz) fresh or frozen blueberries 2 cups (250g/8¾ oz) fresh or frozen strawberries 2 apples, cored and finely chopped 2 tablespoons cornflour (corn starch) ¼ cup (55g/2 oz) raw caster (superfine) sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 x quantity crunchy granola mixture […]
History It was Native Americans who gathered blueberries from forests and bogs for centuries, consumed them fresh, and preserved them. It was the blueberries that were revered by Native American tribes in the northeast that led to folklore developing around them. During the 1700s, European settlers began cultivating blueberries commercially, and by the early 1900s, […]
In this classic Provençal dish, artichoke hearts are braised, and then served with the cooking broth in a bowl as a first course, along with an abundance of crusty bread. Serve as an opener to a meal of a butter-rubbed roast chicken and oven-roasted fingerling potatoes. Serves 4-6 2 or 3 lemons, halved 6 artichokes […]
History Artichoke cultivation dates back to Bourbon times, with the statistical office recording its presence in Capaccio and Evoli in 1811. Despite the extensive land reclamation and agricultural transformation brought about by the agrarian reform of 1929-30, it was not until 1929-30 that the artichoke cultivation spread, thanks to the efforts of several Neapolitan farmers […]
Grape vines are a wonderfully multifaceted main staple on the farm. They are the perfect plant for anyone wanting to live a thriving and self-sustaining lifestyle. Not only do grapes provide an excellent source of refreshing food and juice, but they also make wine. Depending on how you want to consume your grapes, there are […]
1 cup (120g/4¼ oz) frozen peas, thawed 250g (8¾ oz) frozen spinach, thawed ½ cup (8g/¼ oz) mint leaves, chopped ¼ cup (6g/¼ oz) dill sprigs, chopped 1 cup (240g/8½ oz) fresh ricotta 2 eggs ¼ cup (50g/1¾ oz) chia seeds sea salt and cracked black pepper extra virgin olive oil, for cooking lemon cheeks, […]
History Originating in the Mediterranean, probably in North Africa and Southwest Asia, the broad beans now grow all over the world. During the 17th century, broad beans reached Britain. It was well- known to ancient Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks. Broad beans were considered low-class food by ancient Egyptians. Around 6,500 B.C. broad beans were commonly […]
Have you ever wanted to learn how to can your own food? Drying is an ancient preservation method that involves removing moisture from food. For centuries, it has been used to extend the shelf life of both garden produce and animal-based foods. This method of preservation has also been used to ensure a consistent food […]
The duck main course – indeed, any duck dish – needs something uncomplicated to follow it. A simple loaf cake such as this is a good thing and doesn’t have to be kept just for teatime. This recipe contains three my favorite autumn ingredients – pears, blackberries, and hazelnuts – and the blackberries give lovely […]
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