Tag Archives: chowder

Icicles and Parsnip Chowder

Posted on February 19, 2017 by heritagerecipebox

One way to cope with the recent snowy spell in New England would be to make a batch of tropical cocktails. But for once, I decided to go along with it. I headed out on cross-country skis before work and … Continue reading →

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An Inaugural Food Tradition

Posted on January 20, 2017 by heritagerecipebox

As a candidate, President Donald Trump dispensed with many traditions. Continuing that theme, he  removed Boston-based Legal Sea Foods chowder from the celebratory menu, where it had been a fixture since 1981. Then he put it back! Want to make … Continue reading →

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All-American Corn Soup from 19th U.S. President and “Lemonade Lucy”

Posted on June 29, 2015 by heritagerecipebox

The upcoming July 4 holiday inspired me to look back at recipes from U.S. Presidents for alternatives to unimaginative menus of hot dogs, hamburgers and potato salad.

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Chowder from the Pine Tree State

Posted on October 24, 2014 by heritagerecipebox

Fall in New England – the flaming burst of colors before the landscape mutes – always sends me back into the kitchen for comfort food, and chowder fits that category.

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