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Jeffrey Thal
Lancaster, PA, USA, Mother Earth
Esser, Fresser, Gourmet, Gourmand, and Lover of all things food!
Interests: Cooking, Reading, Ellen, Aliza and Morgan, and Fine Living.
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December 26, 2010 Read the rest of the column and see the recipe at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/328278_Use-up-leftovers-with-your-skillet.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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December 12, 2010 Read the rest of this column and see the recipe at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/322956_Onion-soup-that-brings-tears-of-joy.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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November 28, 2010 What goes best with potato latkes, in my opinion, is a roasted chicken. However, we rarely have the time to get one in the oven, so we put one in the crock pot early in the day and tease the dogs all afternoon with the aromas eminating... Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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November 14, 2010 Read the entire article and see the recipe for Carrot-raisin cake at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/311294_A-veggie-dish-for-everyone.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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October 31, 2010 (Halloween!) Read the entire column and see the recipe at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/305759_A-spoonful-of-sugar-is-easy-as-pie.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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October 17, 2010 And here is the chart alluded to in the previous paragraph: See the recipe for Cream of Anything soup at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/300876_Simple-staples-in-your-pantry-can-become-delicious-soup.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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October 3, 2010 See the recipe at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/295753_Mottled--honey--is-the-apple-of-his-eye.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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September 19, 2010 Read the entire column at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/290107_Gather-produce-now--can-or-freeze-for-later.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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September 5, 2010 See the recipe at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/284598_Enhance-your-chicken-on-the-grill.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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August 22, 2010 See the recipe and read the entire column at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/278642_Celebrate-local-coffee-roasters.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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August 8, 2010 See the recipe and read the column at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/273588_Revel-in-tomato-garden-s-bounty.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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July 25, 2010 Read the entire column at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/268519_Peaches-for-breakfast---two-options-for-a-sweet-start.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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July 11, 2010 Read the entire column at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/264445_Celebrate-delicious--nutritious-blue-orbs.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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June 27, 2010 Read the entire column at : http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/261480_A-more-adult-effort-required--but-grown-up-mac-and-cheese-is-worth-it.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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June 13, 2010 Read the entire column at : http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/258736_Stalking-good-taste--Rhubarb-makes-tasty-chutney.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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May 30, 2010 Read the entire column at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/256779_-Crustless-pizza--tempts-kids-into-eating-veggies.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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May 16, 2010 Read the entire column at: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/254871_Classic-strawberry-dessert-gets-a-fresh--tasty-twist.html Continue reading
Posted Aug 12, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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Have you ever tried to make your own duck sauce? Tired of those nasty little plastic packets you get at the take-out restaurant? Here's a quick, easy solution: make your own. It'll keep a while in the fridge, and I love making my own condiments. They're so easy, and sooooo... Continue reading
Posted Jul 16, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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Cape Charles is a lovely little Chesapeake bayside seaport just a peace down the DelMarVa peninsula on Route 13 from Chincoteague, where we spend time whenever we have time to spend. Sting-Ray's restaurant sits in an unlikely building on the northbound side of Route 13 about a mile south of... Continue reading
Posted Jun 16, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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The best cole slaw I've ever eaten was my mother's. She kept it simple, and extremely dry--in fact, she'd generally serve it as a dry salad with the dressing on the side. One thing I can't stand is cole slaw dripping in dressing so that when you finish your serving... Continue reading
Posted Jun 14, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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Emeril Lagasse makes a wonderful spice rub he calls "Emeril's Essence." I love it, and I use it. But often, I add or subtract stuff, depending on what I'm making. I am posting here a spice rub that started out as his "Essence," but I have altered it just a... Continue reading
Posted Jun 14, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
This rich recipe is great for either a brunch or breakfast. You can make this a day ahead if you want to serve it for an early morning breakfast. Just reheat in the microwave. You may use any combination of cheese in this recipe, even non-fat. If you want a... Continue reading
Posted May 13, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
Here's an alternative recipe with ham and a slightly smoky flavor. The recipe calls for ham, but we use turkey ham, a lttle leaner and healthier. Ingredients 6 eggs, beaten 1-ounce Parmesan, grated 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Pinch salt 1 teaspoon butter 1/2 cup chopped roasted asparagus 1/2 cup chopped... Continue reading
Posted May 13, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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Ellen came up with this one, from a magazine, and it has already become one of our favorites! Salt & vinegar potatoes, hot and tasty. Try these: Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds small round red potatoes kosher or flaked sea salt 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup malt or cider... Continue reading
Posted May 13, 2012 at TALKING FRESH
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The incredible Allyson Brian of the Lime Valley Mill shared this recipe with me, and it's a drop-dead winner. Allyson and her henchmen (henchpersons?) appear yearly at the Landis Valley Herb & Garden Faire, and this year (2012) is no exception. Thanks, Allyson, and Mangia! Ingredients - The Pasta: 220... Continue reading
Posted Apr 29, 2012 at TALKING FRESH