Aussie Sugar Intervention Refreshingly frank NYT video on how the long-time sugar producing culture of Mackay AU is dealing with realities of modern consumption. Couldn’t be done here: the industry is too powerful.
Monthly Archives: December 2017
Oxtail Stew: takes the chill off the coldest day
This recipe has evolved over the years from an old “Joy of Cooking” version. Better, easier and more healthy. Begin by browning 3-4 pounds of thawed Oxtail or Soup Bones (pictured) in a skillet w/lard or tallow. Rotate each piece at least twice until browned on meaty surfaces. Transfer to a 5 quart lidded […]
My Foodie Background
Disclaimer on “foodie” in that it’s prob’ly been overused to the point of meaninglessness but it seems to still possess instant recognition. Paradoxical in that hardly any modern farmers-those folks closest to the origins of the food supply-would call themselves or be considered foodies. Most of them I know consider the Sysco-supplied stuff in […]