As part of my commitment to the Dark Days Challenge this winter, I’ve vowed to reduce my dependence on olive oil and other non-local cooking oils.  For a locavore living in the Northeast this is not the easiest task; almost every winter dish seems to start with sautéing onions and garlic, or searing meat.  You need some portion of liquid fat to make most quick-breads and granola.  And while we all know how much I love bacon grease, and that bacon makes […]

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