food

The Foodist: Pasta with Mussels

This is a superb recipe and a favorite here at Mezzacello. It is also the FIRST recipe we ever posted here!

Pasta with mussels
Pasta with mussels and garlic wine sauce

Lesson: Food From Waste and Ash

Students will learn to make soap from waste products and ash as well as fire starter kits from lint, wax and soap.

Lesson: Food from waste and ash

Update on Storage and Preservation

Food preservation is my achilles heel here at Mezzacello. This is an update on innovating my storage here over winter.

The Foodist: Zucchini Boats with Rice

This is a summer staple! I love it when Rick makes this! Savory, nutty, tasty, and completely vegetable based delight!

The Foodist: Zucchini Boats with Rice

Parterre Herb Garden Update 2022

A quick update on the parterre herbal gardens. A note on how to how to harvest and preserve them. And they smell delightful.

Parterre Herb Garden Update 2022
First full harvest

The Foodist: Oyster Mushroom and Pork Soup

Delightful meal! Sumptuous noodles, fresh vegetables, and pork shoulder with a sesame sauce that is a delight.

The Foodist: Slow-Cooked Cherry Tomatoes with Coriander and Rosemary

A delicious roasted tomato and garlic dish. Great on a cold night or as a summer sauce.

Health and Wellness Through Sustainability

Part of a series of blogs on the 17 UN Sustainability goals in play at Mezzacello. This one is health and wellness.