Curtido is a fermented cabbage slaw from El Salvador that is traditionally served with pupusas. Curtido adds crunch and an acidic pop of flavor to dishes. Try it with tacos, braised meats, or grain bowls. Curtido El Salvadoran curtido is made of shredded cabbage, onion, read more
tender greens season Every spring I plant Swiss chard in my garden, and all summer struggle to use it in the kitchen and curse myself for wasting precious garden space on it. Swiss chard is best cook in liquids, either braised in a skillet or read more
Roasted tomatillos, onion, garlic, and hot pepper are blended together with lime juice and cilantro to make this tangy and addictive roasted tomatillo salsa. Eat with tortilla chips or use when making enchiladas and tacos. preserving season In August and September, I am always busy read more
mint season Cantaloupe mint sorbet tastes like summer and is a refreshing treat for a hot day. Sorbet is a blend of fruit and simple syrup and could not be easier to make, though does require an ice cream maker (I have this one from read more
Quick pickling is one of the easiest food preservation methods. Quick pickles, or refrigerator pickles, use vinegar to inhibit bacterial growth (=preserve) and are stored in the fridge. The brine contains equal parts vinegar and water, along with salt, sugar, and spices. This is an read more
These easy fermented ginger beets are a great way to use up beets. All you need is beets, salt, ginger, and a few days to let them ferment. The flavors magically transform as fermentation proceeds. Beet season Late winter is special in Upstate New York. read more