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Susanality is a cooking-focused Substack by Susan Spungen that explores a wide range of recipes from various cuisines and celebrates the use of seasonal produce. It delves into the cultural and historical significance of foods, offers cooking tips, and showcases Susan’s personal experiences with travel and culinary exploration.

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Leek and Squash Mini Galettes

687 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Food Photography Ingredients
  1. Recipe for Leek and Butternut Squash Galette that can be served as a main dish or appetizer.
  2. Changes to the newsletter: Free subscribers get less emails with one recipe per month, paid subscribers get bonus content in weekly emails.
  3. Tips for making the galette: Use pre-peeled squash for convenience, make the pastry dough and prep ingredients in advance, and adjust flour choices to suit your preference.

Pizza Ebraica

609 implied HN points • 13 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cuisine Baking History Culture
  1. The recipe for Pizza Ebraica is a unique and delicious treat from Rome's Jewish Ghetto, rich in history and tradition.
  2. Leah Koenig's book, Portico, dives into the diverse and evolving cuisine of Rome's Jewish community, showcasing the vibrant culinary heritage of the area.
  3. Roman Jewish food offers a blend of traditional dishes and modern twists, highlighting a unique aspect of Jewish cuisine that is different from the more familiar Ashkenazi foods.

Pozolillo Verde

569 implied HN points • 27 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cookbooks
  1. The recipe for Pozolillo Verde uses fresh corn and green tomatillos for a lighter version of traditional pozole.
  2. The book 'Dining with the Dead' delves deep into Mexican cuisine, culture, and traditions surrounding Day of the Dead.
  3. Understanding the significance of corn in Mexican cooking, like nixtamalization process, shows the importance of honoring ancestral traditions.
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My Annual Fire Island Report

491 implied HN points • 01 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Food culture
  1. Fire Island is a car-free, charming, and safe destination for a summer getaway
  2. When cooking on Fire Island, it's best to bring your own ingredients for variety and freshness
  3. Simple recipes like a green bean salad with pesto and hazelnuts can be delightful and easy to make

Eggplant Deep Dive

471 implied HN points • 15 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking techniques Ingredients Food culture
  1. Eggplant is a versatile ingredient that can be a meat substitute.
  2. Preparing eggplant doesn't have to be time-consuming; there are various cooking methods like grilling and stewing.
  3. Tips for cooking with eggplant include not salting it, using smaller eggplants, and grilling or roasting thick slices.

Paris Highlights

393 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🏝 Travel Paris Highlights
  1. The author shares highlights from their recent trip to Paris
  2. They mention it was their second plane trip since Covid
  3. They invite readers to subscribe to access more content and a 7-day free trial

Baked Turkey-Spinach Meatballs

353 implied HN points • 29 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Meal Prep Events Ingredients
  1. Recipe for Baked Turkey-Spinach Meatballs can be made ahead of time, perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly evening.
  2. The recipe provides flexibility in the choice of ground meat and includes detailed instructions for making the meatballs and sauce.
  3. Additional tips are provided for preparing the dish in advance, making it convenient for busy schedules.

A Roundup of Fall 2023 Cookbooks

176 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cookbooks
  1. This post is a personal roundup of cookbooks on the author's desk.
  2. The author focuses on books she wants to cook from, rather than all recent publications.
  3. Many of the books mentioned were sent by authors or publishers, with one being purchased.