In brief: It’s easy.
Peggy Grodinsky
Hot summer months practically scream for a cold pasta salad with light, bright pesto
But using pesto with cold pasta presents a few challenges.
Birding: What’s in a name? A lot, it turns out
Some thought-provoking ideas emerge when birders put together the annual supplement to the American Ornithologists Society’s Check-list of North American Birds.
It’s green bean season, but for this columnist, that’s not a cause for rejoicing
On the plus side, green beans are easy to grow, and there are several interesting varieties.
Hiking: Walking carefree from morning to evening – the latest dispatch from the Pacific Crest Trail
In the spring, Carey Kish set out to hike from Mexico to Canada. Despite challenges, life on the trail is good. Very good.
Peach and avocados make a flavorful pair in this summery salad
Green goddess dressing unites the two.
Add shrimp to quesadillas and you’ve got a party
Cilantro, scallion greens, and lime zest provide freshness, while Monterey Jack adds melty richness.
Foolproof way to perfectly cook fish? Try your Dutch oven
Beyond its ease, this method also concentrates flavor.
Being green in Maine means buying local, fresh goat cheese
For the farmer, a goat dairy operation is a comparatively easy entry point into the cheese-making world.
Dine Out Maine: The Well at Jordan’s Farm brims with summer flavor
A family-style feast in a reserved gazebo feels homey and miles from civilization.