Category Archives: Food

Apple (Pie) of My Eye

Posted on October 17, 2011 by upstatedowntown

By Kathryn Matthews I take pie seriously.  For the last two years, I baked my best for Montgomery Place Orchard Farm Market’s annual antique apple pie contest held in mid-October.  It’s always great fun …and nearly impossible to predict the … Continue reading →

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Classic Lunch Box Cookie Makes the Grade

Posted on October 4, 2011 by upstatedowntown

By Kathryn Matthews Kids love these bite-sized munchables, a tribute to a beloved trifecta: butter + oatmeal + chocolate chips.  But I’ve got to give credit where it’s due:  this is my mother’s recipe.  It was a huge hit with … Continue reading →

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At the Stove: Five Easy Pieces

Posted on August 31, 2011 by upstatedowntown

By Kathryn Matthews Where farmers’ markets, farm stands and gardens bloom….our late summer go-to dishes are fresh, flavorful, healthful  and, most importantly, easy to cook.  Produce at peak flavor needs little manipulation.  For tips on choosing produce, see “Pick of … Continue reading →

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Gingerbread in July

Posted on July 5, 2011 by upstatedowntown

A fresh twist on southern-style gingerbread Continue reading →

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Southern Souvenir: Buttermilk Pie

Posted on July 2, 2011 by upstatedowntown

A West Tennessee family recipe for Buttermilk pie. Continue reading →

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The James Beard Foundation Awards 2011

Posted on May 12, 2011 by upstatedowntown

Inside scoop…at the 2011 James Beard Award Awards Continue reading →

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Bake It Yourself: Yeasted Breads

Posted on May 5, 2011 by upstatedowntown

By Kathryn Matthews I was surprised when I finally held a copy of Simply Great Breads by Hudson Valley baker Daniel Leader (with Lauren Chattman) in my hands.  I figured it would be a hefty coffee table-type paean to artisanal … Continue reading →

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Spring Tonic: Cooking Up Ramps

Posted on April 26, 2011 by upstatedowntown

By Kathryn Matthews “Do you want to come ramping with me?” Christopher asked.  It was a big deal for him to ask me, I knew, because my husband typically enjoys communing with nature—and this particular stealth pursuit—alone. Still. I found … Continue reading →

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Hudson Valley Foraging: Ramps!

Posted on April 25, 2011 by upstatedowntown

By Christopher Matthews Spring has been a halting, chilly affair in the Northeast this year. Come to think of it, this describes most of the recent springs in our part of the world. But despite the Mud Season’s lack of … Continue reading →

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Simple Sunday Roast Chicken

Posted on April 9, 2011 by upstatedowntown

An easy-to-make and healthy roast chicken Continue reading →

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