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thenewgreen  ·  4696 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: We're Eating Less Meat. Why? - NYTimes.com
Thank you very much, I look forward to preparing this. I'm going to make this tomorrow night. I've never used Asafoetida before.

What did you think of Bolivia? I wish I could have travelled there too. My wife was doing an away rotation in Peru and I took the opportunity to visit her and make a trek to Machu Picchu, it was amazing.

Thanks again.





zmagma  ·  4696 days ago  ·  link  ·  
You're welcome sir. Let me know how it turns out and what you think. Asafoetida is quite potent so be very conservative when adding that pinch. It's actually powder from crystallized tree sap (forget which tree).

Bolivia was a true gem and beyond unforgettable. The locals there were the warmest I've met since they're so grateful in meeting tourists, let alone Americans. And the terrain, although landlocked, is like visiting another another planet (Salt flats, Amazon basin, Lake Titicaca). I highly recommend. I agree with you on the trek up to Machu Picchu, one of the most strenuous yet edifying experiences!

thenewgreen  ·  4694 days ago  ·  link  ·  
Just thought I'd let you know that I haven't had an opportunity to make this yet. I really look forward to it! I'll let you know how it turns out. Thanks again!!
zmagma  ·  4693 days ago  ·  link  ·  
Sounds good! I'm not sure what kind of experience you have with those spices, but at any rate - if you have any questions about them, feel free to let me know. Good luck.