as we eat journal | COMFORT edition
November, 2023 | Journal #002
Letter from the Editors
This edition of the AS WE EAT JOURNAL reflects how our appetites shift with the season. Whether it’s the change in the North American weather or because this season is typically devoted to gathering family and friends, we want extra comfort in our daily lives, especially in our meals.
The theme of this second edition of the reimagined As We Eat Journal is COMFORT, and we’ve had a great deal of fun exploring stories, history, and technologies that bring us closer to the foods we find comforting.
For National Deviled Eggs Day, check out our Deviled Egg Dish-Covery to trace how Ancient Roman stuffed eggs came to be associated with the “fiery spices of the Devil” in the 18th Century.
Recipe Box Roulette unveils the story of Lois' Baked Cheese Sandwiches and dives into grilled cheese’s rich, gooey history. Mmmmmmm!
From there, Table Talk visits the history of the kitchen wonder appliance - the Crock-Pot along with a simple but special Stroganoff recipe that helped to warm Kim & Hector’s first apartment.
And then, The Heritage Recipe Project visits the recipe for Mermere's Baked Beans, and a cherished kitchen heirloom inherited from the recipe contributor’s grandmother.
And a reminder of the perks available to our cherished culinary community:
All Subscribers: As part of our promise to dish up delectable content to tantalize your taste buds, all our subscribers will enjoy the As We Eat podcast, savory show notes, and unlimited access to The Heritage Recipe Project section of the Journal.
Patron Subscribers: We've prepared some special perks just for you. You'll gain access to beautifully crafted, printable illustrated recipe cards from The Heritage Recipe Project, providing you with a tasty connection to our culinary heritage. Additionally, you'll be entitled to exclusive discounts in our upcoming As We Eat Marketplace, making exploring unique culinary finds easier. You’ll also enjoy full access to all sections and archives of the Journal, allowing you to dive deep into the sumptuous treasure trove of articles, stories, and knowledge.
Thank you for joining us on this journey. Enjoy your COMFORTing recipes and reads and return in December for our big HOLIDAY issue!
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Sincerely,
In this edition:
DISH-COVERY: Deviled Eggs
This article is part of the Dish-Covery series, where we uncover the stories behind your beloved flavors. Pulling back the curtain to look at culinary traditions that shape our modern palates. The Party Snack Hero Holiday party season is about to go into full swing, and November 2 is “National Deviled Egg Day,” so it seems the perfect time to delve into the rich and delectable history of these creamy, indulgent heroes making a triumphant appearance at parties and family gatherings throughout the years. It’s always a bit of a comfort seeing deviled eggs appear on a buffet table, and it’s tough to resist the devilish temptation to eat just one.
RECIPE BOX ROULETTE: Lois' Baked Cheese Sandwiches
This article is part of the Recipe Box Roulette series, an innovative "card game" crafted to pay homage to the curators of long-forgotten or overlooked recipe boxes and to breathe new life into their treasured dishes. The rules are simple, grab a recipe box, draw a card, and embark on a culinary journey that transcends time and generations.
TABLE TALK: The Crockpot Chronicles
This article is part of the Table Talk series, where we discuss everything from kitchen innovations to what’s on the shelves of your pantry. If it’s related to food, it’s on the table. Slow Cooking for Comfort When Autumn days grow shorter, I get really hungry
If you missed last month’s podcast episodes…
EP 71 Eat Like a Hero: Game-Based Cookbooks Feed More than Appetites
Listen now (28 mins) | Cookbooks take many approaches to inspiring readers to try new foods or to revisit familiar ones as a way to find common ground, especially amongst people with a shared fandom. In this episode, Kim and Leigh discuss “Heroes’ Feast,” the official cookbook for the popular Dungeons & Dragons game as an example of how fandom-based cookbooks blend food and i…
EP 72 Dine Like a Hero: Smoked Sausages with Kraut and Dwarven Mustard
Listen now (18 mins) | In this episode, we dive into the world of Dwarven cuisine with the 'Smoked Sausages and Kraut with Dwarven Mustard' recipe from 'Heroes' Feast.' Discover how this hearty dish comes to life, and follow our culinary journey bridging the gap between imagination and reality. Join us in celebrating the magic of food and the connections it weaves into our li…
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