Today is the first time that I am celebrating my saints day as a newly baptized Orthodox Christian!! From what I have been told, it is more important than celebrating one’s birthday. St. Anastasia the Roman – who is also known as St. Anastasia Pharmakolytria, Deliverer from Spells and Potions – was an extraordinary follower…
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Leeks
Season: autumn – spring Taste: sweet Botanical relatives: chives, garlic, onions, shallots Weight: light – medium Volume: quiet Techniques: boil, braise, fry, grill, roast, steam Tips: add early in cooking process I have a fond memory of leeks. The last time I visited my homeland, Poland, I was about 6 years old. I have vague…
Cauliflower
Season: autumn – winter Taste: astringent Botanical relatives: broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, collard greens, kale, kohlrabi Function: cooling Weight: medium volume : moderate Techniques: boil, braise, deep-fry, gratin, puree, raw, roast, saute, simmer, steam The second top-middle photo is pizza crust…made of CAULIFLOWER! Buffalo ‘Cauliflower’ wings! BBQ Cauliflower! Mashed Cauliflower! Roasted Cauliflower! WOW! The endless…