Food makes me happy. And cooking for friends, gardening (on a little piece of a Brooklyn deck right now), and sharing tasty ideas makes me even happier. So I figured what better way to spread some of this happiness than to start sharing my food, recipes and tips with friends -- some of whom I haven’t met yet. I hope you enjoy...
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Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Capturing Vermont in a Brown Paper Bag

Suggested listening while reading this post (it'll help set the mood):




I just got back from a long weekend in Vermont with my husband and friends who were sweet enough to host us (thanks again Alexis & Rob!).  I came home with some pure Vermont maple syrup from a neighbor's farm (Newell Hill Farm in West Wardsboro), wishing I could savor our time in the country just a little longer.   And so I thought I'd pack a lunch that reminds me of the trip.  I ended up with a warm, earthy, comforting meal that seemed to capture Vermont perfectly.   It actually smells (almost) like the country in our little Brooklyn apartment right now.  Mmm...