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Ben Swesey: More to the story — Part 3
AUTHOR’S NOTE: Danger was inherent in the job. Although his fellow hunting guide, William Weaver, had narrowly escaped…
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A treat for a new start
These cosmic brownies are a healthier, homemade version of the usual cafeteria currency.
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Ben Swesey: More to the story — Part 2
AUTHOR’S NOTE: Michigan’s hard-luck Swesey clan sprang into existence because of the misfortunes of the Basom clan. All…
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Going boldly with pastry
All kinds of flavor combinations taste great layered between crispy, buttery phyllo.
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Ben Swesey: More to the story — Part 1
More than a hundred years after Ben Swesey and Bill Weaver steered an outboard-powered dory out of Resurrection…
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Food to fuel growing minds
This yellow split pea curry, paired with steamed rice, is a complete meal and the perfect fuel for…
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The experiment: Kenai becomes an agricultural test site — Part 8
Over the past 50 years or more, the City of Kenai has attempted on several occasions to capitalize…
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Christmas cookies for a shared tradition
These cookies are so soft and delicious, it’s no wonder they’re part of a family Christmas tradition.
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The experiment: Kenai becomes an agricultural test site — Part 7
AUTHOR’S NOTE: After the agricultural experiment station in Kenai closed May 1, 1908, Alaska station supervisor C.C. Georgeson…