Actually cooking organ meats week after week
Another day in the life; Sweetbreads with Zucchini and Mushrooms for dinner. Yep, among all the changes this past year, we are still eating organs every week. These meals tend to be mashups of meat, veg and spices that we have on hand. They have been plain and simple, quick and easy, accessible and no-fuss. …
Pork Kidney Stir-Fry with Tomatoes and Bell Pepper was adapted from my trusty copy of Innards and Variety Meats. This recipe surprised me and we liked it more than I expected. Which is great, because I’m always happy to take what my farmer has on hand. Or what is handed to me in life. Sometimes in excess, if that’s what’s available! In the meantime, we keep eating offal week after week because it feels so grounding and nourishing….
Chicken Salad with Livers is a celebration of this summer and the simple pleasures all around us. I’ve noticed that that so many parks, typically empty or sparsely used, have been well-utilized this summer. So many people are enjoying big, open spaces for visiting with friends or simply getting a breath of fresh air. We’ve taken this Chicken Salad with Livers outside with us several times this summer….