What’s the difference between a knish, a cornish pasty, a calzone, a potsticker and a pirozhki? Not that much – except the cultural context. All have a filling wrapped in dough that is baked, grilled or fried. This is a simple traditional potato knish. The filling is made with boiled mashed potatoes and seasonings. The ...
In the 500 years since potatoes traveled from the Americas to the rest of the world, they’ve been enjoyed by billions of people. This week we’ll look at a few recipes for potatoes. Mashed Mashed potatoes are the basis for many other complicated recipes and are a delight on their own. Boil potatoes, remove skins, ...
The concept of breakfast in Western civilization is a comparative newcomer. In Medieval times, the Roman Catholic Church standardized the day with two meals – a heavy lunch and a light supper. Only children and the ill were served a small breakfast. It wasn’t until the 15th century that breakfast began to be socially acceptable. ...
