You will never see it on a restaurant menu. The TV Food Network is unlikely to devote an hour to its history and preparation. It is one of the great forgotten foods of American culinary culture. I’m talking about the shad. The sole remnant of its once mighty role in the diet of Americans is …
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Lemon-Bay Scones with Currants
On Christmas morning we usually have something special. This year Jody decided on scones, Lemon-Bay Scones with Currants. Which meant that this past week she’s been running a bake-a-thon in quest of the perfect scone. I work at home, usually alone, and the availability of incredible treats can make the atmosphere just a little too …