Pumpkins and squash have a long history, going back to the ancient Americas. Archeologists have determined that variations of squash and pumpkins were cultivated along river creek banks along with sunflowers and beans. After the emergence of corn, ancient farmers decided to grow squash, corn, and beans together. This was because the bean roots set nitrogen […]
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Why I Started This Blog
I love cookbooks. I mean I really love them. I love to read them, treasure them, learn from them, and, of course, cook from them. To me, cookbooks take on a life all of their own. They are history, family, and memories. I have been collecting cookbooks and writing down treasured recipes of family, friends, and neighbors since about age twelve, which means I now own thousands of cookbooks, recipes, and clippings. Now I want to share them with you along with the many other culinary treasures of my cellar." - Debbie Vanni