When most Americans hear the word pudding, they think of a sweet, creamy, jiggly dessert. But steamed pudding is something…
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Foraging
Persimmon Black Walnut Cookies
Persimmon black walnut cookies have a satisfying texture and flavor. Thick persimmon pulp makes a soft, moist, cake-like cookie, and…
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Native North American Persimmons (Diospyros virginiana)
I look forward to persimmon season every year. It fills me with joy, greed, and FOMO. You understand joy, right?…
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The Scout’s Guide to Wild Edibles: a Book Review
Oh how I wish Mike Krebill had been my scout leader! No offense to my mother, who is a lovely…
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Chickweed: a Tender, Tasty Green
For a tender green, chickweed is a pretty tough plant. It’s one of the earliest greens to appear in spring…
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Processing Acorns: The Test of a True Forager
Acorns are a benchmark wild edible for the serious forager. They’re an excellent source of starch and fat, and a…
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