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New England Sour recipe made with New England Distillery's Rack IV Saison whiskey
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How to Make a New England Sour

New England Distilling founder Ned Wight takes a classic cocktail recipe — the New York Sour — and subs in his distillery's Saison whiskey for the classic rye to create yeasty, floral notes.
Susan Montell's Latke Recipe
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Susan Montell’s Latke Recipe

Don't forget to add a dash of love — Susan says it makes all the difference.
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Fresh and Sweet

Blackberry buckle is a fine farewell to berry season.
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Gelato Fiasco’s Wild Maine Blueberry Variegate

To celebrate Gelato Fiasco's book release, we are sharing their Wild Maine Blueberry Variegate recipe.
cherry clafoutis
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Annemarie Ahearn’s Cherry Clafoutis Recipe

A classic French dessert combines fresh cherries with a yummy, dense custard.
Flounder Recipe
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Flatfish Feast

In Maine, flounder is plentiful this time of year. For a simple take, just pan-fry our flat, finned friend and add a squeeze of lemon. The delicate fillets taste even better dressed up with capers and parsley, and a side of potatoes and asparagus rounds out a perfect spring meal.
Hearty winter salad recipe
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Annemarie Ahearn’s Hearty Winter Salad Recipe

This salad is a complete meal, packed with protein and full of diverse flavors.
Earthy Delights
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Earthy Delights

A late-summer bounty of wild mushrooms makes for a savory tart.
strawberry ice cream
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We All Scream

For super-creamy strawberry ice cream!
Asparagus and Herb Frittata
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Asparagus and Herb Frittata

Longer days mean more eggs, and a new spring frittata recipe is hatched.
Pappardelle with Arugula Walnut Pesto Recipe
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First Taste of Spring

Welcome spring with pesto, pasta, and greens.
Fiddleheads
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Douglas Merriam’s Fiddlehead Salad Recipe

A longtime chronicler of Maine’s farm- and forage-to-table scene, Down East contributing photographer Douglas Merriam left the 'Learn the Fern' shoot with a pile of freshly harvested fiddleheads and made this magnificent salad. Get the recipe.
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