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Hardtack was a simple flour biscuit issued to Union soldiers throughout the war. Hardtack crackers made up a large portion of a soldier’s daily ration. It was square or sometimes rectangular in shape with small holes baked into it, and Read More …
These tarts were the basis for Butter Tart Pie and Butter Tart Squares, which appeared in later decades. Another variation uses maple syrup instead of corn syrup. 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 egg Read More …
Oyster Stew is a classic meal and a Christmas Eve tradition for many. That tradition is said to have started with Irish immigrants who fled here during the potato famine in the mid-1800s. They replaced a traditional stew containing ling Read More …
New Orleans is said by some to be the birthplace of the cocktail (tonic drinks were served out of a French egg-cup called a ‘coquetier’ – which when incorrectly pronounced became ‘cocktail’ ) and not surprisingly, some of the best Read More …
These were easy to make but still had sophisticated flavors. 1 tablespoon light butter 4 small white onions, chopped 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1/3 cup honey 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped 4 frozen phyllo pastry sheets, thawed Read More …
This Scottish Quick Bread is said to have taken its name from the Stone of Destiny (or Scone), the place where Scottish kings were once crowned. The original triangular-shaped scone was made with oats and griddle-baked. Today’s versions are more Read More …
In Peru, these peppery morsels are welcomed as casual appetizers, a festive first course or the main event itself. Today Anticuchos are made with beef hearts; in the days before cattle were brought by the Spanish, some believe Anticuchos were Read More …
It’s hard to imagine New Year’s dinner in Russia without it. It’s not too hard to make kholodets, but it does take a while, preparation can take up to three days. In our times, you can enjoy this kind of Read More …