San Marzano: The Tomato That Stole My Heart
As an avid tomato gardener, let me tell you: San Marzano tomatoes are nothing short of magical. These oblong, bright-red beauties are the secret ingredient behind the best pasta sauce …
About Don Nicholas
Don Nicholas serves as Executive Publisher for Food Gardening Network and GreenPrints. He is an active gardener whose favorite crops include tomatoes, basil, blueberries, and corn. Don and his wife Gail live and work in southern Massachusetts surrounded by forests, family farms, cranberry bogs, and nearby beaches.
Articles by Don Nicholas
White Asparagus Soup with Fresh Garden Herbs
High above the Rhine River, with vineyards stretching into the horizon, I discovered the magic of white asparagus. A staple of springtime menus in Bonn, this elegant vegetable shines in …
Best Pork Schnitzel
My schnitzel adventure began on a train from Bonn to Cologne, guided by a colleague who swore by Germany’s unrivaled pork schnitzel. In a lively brewhouse, I tasted the ultimate …
Gail’s Mustard-Driven German Potato Salad
Born from tradition and refined in my kitchen, this German potato salad is my wife Gail’s signature summer staple. With a robust mustard dressing, fragrant herbs, and optional crispy bacon, …
German Chocolate Cake with Coconut & Pecan Icing
Growing up in Sacramento, my love for German Chocolate Cake was born in the display cases of the Minuteman restaurant, where Heinz Bakery’s confections reigned supreme. This cake became my …
Homemade German Sauerkraut
For years, I embraced my supposed German roots, devouring sauerkraut with enthusiasm. DNA, however, had other plans—revealing a family tree rooted more in Britain, France, and Scandinavia. Yet, my love …
Homemade Pasta
There’s nothing like fresh pasta to elevate a homemade meal. This simple dough comes together quickly and transforms into delicate, rich pasta that pairs beautifully with any sauce.
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Cranberry Almond Bread
Confession time: I have a weakness for the delightful crunch of cranberry almond cereal, a staple in my morning routine. This passion led me to explore a new realm of …
Craisins™️ on a Log
Growing up, Ants on a Log was a nostalgic favorite at family gatherings, but moving to New England introduced me to the magic of cranberries. Inspired by the vibrant cranberry …
Egg-in-a-Hole with Honey & Cinnamon
Crispy, buttery toast cradling a perfectly cooked egg—this timeless breakfast favorite gets a flavorful upgrade with a drizzle of honey and a warm sprinkle of cinnamon. The combination of sweet …
