Watermelon Rind Pickles

Fannie Merritt Farmer (1857-1915) was a pioneer in food science, nutrition, and uniform measurement in cooking. She was principal of the Boston Cooking School and published her first cookbook The Fannie Merritt Farmer Boston Cooking School Cookbook in 1896. In this book, which became a Bible of domesticity, the idea of using standard measurement and … Continue reading Watermelon Rind Pickles

Squash Relish — The Pinto Bean’s Spicy Mate

Everyone knows that opposites attract. That's why Squash Relish is the perfect complement to Pinto Beans. Serve it right along side the beans so you can get a little of each on your fork. Let the juices mix with the gravy just a little around the edges. I think about this marriage of flavors like … Continue reading Squash Relish — The Pinto Bean’s Spicy Mate