Elderberry has long been as comfortable in the kitchen as it is in the stillroom. It is versatile enough that there is a recipe for every palate.From Apicius; [135] ELDERBERRY CUSTARD OR PIE PATINA DE SAMBUCO [1]A DISH OF ELDERBERRIES, EITHER HOT OR COLD, IS MADE IN THIS MANNER [2] TAKEELDERBERRIES [3] WASH THEM; COOK IN WATER, SKIM AND STRAIN. PREPARE… Continue Reading…
Nettles have been in the cook’s pot far longer than the cook has been in the kitchen. This recipe is one of the earliest recipes humankind was using. From about 6,000BC. Gather your greens. Wash them carefully. Ingredients: 1 handful of sorrel 1 handful of watercress 1 handful of dandelion leaves 2 handfuls of young nettle leaves chives to taste 1… Continue Reading…
