Magical Chocolate
The Good News about Chocolate There’s nothing quite as satisfying as rich, delicious chocolate—and the health benefits are pretty sweet, too. Chocolate is rich in antioxidants, which help protect our cells from damage. Research links the antioxidants in chocolate to heart-healthy benefits, including a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease and... [Read more]
Host a Potluck Dinner
by Donna Pilato You may think the term “potluck party” has an old-fashioned ring to it, but in reality, potluck dinners are an ideal form of entertaining for today’s host or hostess who would like to gather with friends but is too busy running between the office and the soccer fields to pull off a formal party. Whenever the impulse to have a casual... [Read more]
A Special Dessert from The Lyme Inn
by Marcy Marceau Raspberry White-Chocolate Tiramisu 8 egg yolks 1 cup and 5 tablespoons sugar 1 cup champagne 6 aunces white chocolate 12 ounces fresh raspberries 1 tablespoon Chambord, or other berry-flavored liqueur 1 12-ounce pound cake, preferably homemade 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, at room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup sour cream 1... [Read more]
Fox More than a Mustard
by Stephen Morris Some people use the phrase “food with a face” to refer to food that comes from critters who have eyes, noses, and mouths. When Phyllis Fox says, “I’m all about food with a face,” however, she means food that comes attached to a human face. She means food that comes from local sources and is purchased at farmers’ markets... [Read more]
Tomato Time
You Say Tomato Take a closer look at heirlooms by Susan Nye It’s summer. It’s the perfect time to get out and explore the countryside. When you are out and about, make sure you pay a visit to the local farmers’ market or a family farm stand. I discovered farmers’ markets when I lived in Europe. Every Sunday morning I spent an hour or two at... [Read more]
Sweet Spring
More Recipes from Matthew Mead White Chocolate Orange Dreamsicle Makes 3 servings Ingredients: 2 cups white hot chocolate 1 cup crushed ice ½ cup orange liqueur 1 cup vanilla ice cream Directions: Puree all in a blender until smooth. Garnish with orange slices. Fills three martini glasses. White Chocolate and Pistachio Crostini Makes 24 Ingredients: 24... [Read more]
Mediterranean Chopped Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
A refreshing start to a spring feast By Susan Nye Serves 8 1 head romaine lettuce, finely chopped 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and chopped 16 radishes, chopped 24 grape tomatoes, halved 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves Juice of 1 lemon 1 clove garlic, minced 6–12 tablespoons... [Read more]
