NewEnglandCook

about me

Live in Salem, NH
From VT originally. Enjoy gardening and brake for all local farm stands. I admire and respect the old cooking styles and recipes. I also try to incorporate the methods into my cooking.
My idols: Julia, Lidia, Michael Chiarello, Mom, my ancestors who cooked before me.
Food I love to eat and make: Chard with bacon, anything Quebec such as tourtiere (Pork Pie), home made pickles, anything local, fresh and in season. CORN!! I enjoy and get pleasure from roasting large pieces of meat. I love to grill and have friends over and enjoy the harvest.
Hobbies: Genealogy. Working out, travel, ebay, flea and antiques fairs, collecting butter dishes and refrigerator dishes. I love my dog Jackie a rhodesian ridgeback.
I am a director of a day care for frail elders and disabled adults in the Boston area.
"Just because it's easy to make, does not mean its good".

Favorite Foods:

Chard
Corn
Tomatoes
Hot Peppers & Chiles ( am still learning)
Large pieces of meat to grill or roast. Pork Butts
Old French Quebec or New England recipes
Canning
Dill
Cucumbers
Good quality vinegars
Local and in Season produce

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