German potato salad is dressed with hot bacon fat, cider vinegar and onion instead of mayonnaise. It is served warm or at room temperature, never chilled, because warm potatoes absorb the vinegar dressing and cold bacon fat turns waxy. It takes about 45 minutes and it is better … [Read more...] about German Potato Salad Without Mayonnaise
Labor Day
The First Labor Day, 1882: What They Ate at the Picnic That Started the Holiday
The first Labor Day was Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City. Roughly 10,000 to 20,000 workers gave up a day of pay to march from City Hall Park up Broadway and Fifth Avenue, then gathered at Wendel’s Elm Park at 92nd Street and Ninth Avenue for a picnic. The U.S. … [Read more...] about The First Labor Day, 1882: What They Ate at the Picnic That Started the Holiday
Palates of Privilege: How Peach Cobbler Became a Status Symbol Dessert
While sweetened juicy peaches tucked under a blanket of tender biscuit is a treat easily enjoyed today, peach cobbler was once a dessert deemed a luxury, its flavors and costly ingredients far out of reach for all but the most privileged classes in the 19th century. There are … [Read more...] about Palates of Privilege: How Peach Cobbler Became a Status Symbol Dessert
The Timeless Appeal of Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs, the classic crowd-pleasing appetizer, never fail to satisfy taste buds with their creamy and tangy goodness. This timeless dish starts with perfectly hard-boiled eggs, then halved, and their yolks expertly mixed with mayonnaise, mustard, and a hint of paprika for a … [Read more...] about The Timeless Appeal of Deviled Eggs
Learn to Make Crispy Southern Fried Chicken
Get ready to discover the secrets of achieving perfectly crispy, golden-brown chicken with tender, juicy meat. Learn the tricks for achieving that coveted crispy coating of the classic buttermilk-soaked variation. Once you learn to make the ultimate American comfort food … [Read more...] about Learn to Make Crispy Southern Fried Chicken
