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Lyonnaise Potatoes and Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

To change things up a bit, we felt that it would be interesting to add a bit of text that the writer of Cooking Down East wrote calling back to her time in Aroostook County as a teacher in Ashland. “When we talk about vegetables we have one thing in mind– Maine potatoes. Our thoughts […]

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Apple Acres Farm

Turkey Stuffing and Apple Cake

A Thanksgiving meal isn’t complete without the stuffing! Here, we have a simple and classic recipe that will beat what comes in the box any day. This recipe is packed with flavor and will make any bird better! Something for dessert to make ahead of the feast is a delicious apple cake! It uses the […]

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Stifled Beef and Cinnamon Rolls

In Maine, a dish that is almost universally loved is stifled beef. Another name that might be familiar to many is smothered beef, and it’s essentially stew meat in a sort of gravy that is often served with mashed potatoes. It’s a hearty meal that is sure to fill you up and keep you warm […]

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Pumpkin Valley Farm

Boothbay Harbor Crab Cakes and Frozen Pumpkin Pie

Maine is known around the world for its delightful seafood. While lobster may be what comes to the mind of most when they think of our state, Maine’s other seafood delicacies include clams, oysters, and crab, among others. Today, we are going to look at a recipe from Boothbay Harbor for crab cakes! For dessert, […]

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Pot Roast Beef and Hello Dolly Squares

Roast beef is a timeless way to enjoy not only a hearty meal but to give plenty of time to get other things done while it cooks! In Maine, potatoes are the most common side dish, and almost any other vegetable can be added to the plate to complement. This recipe uses Kitchen Bouquet, a […]

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Houlton Corn Field

Corn Fritters and Rhubarb Squares

Sometimes, a simple dish that can be served with any side you like is all you need to make a delicious and satisfying meal! Today, we are showing off an easy recipe for both corn fritters and rhubarb squares! The corn fritters make a perfect grab-and-go, or they can be served with a protein and […]

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Shepherd Pie and Pumpkin Chip Muffins

In the world of food, there are a number of dishes for which every family has its own recipe. Included among these is the classic shepherd’s pie. While the dish originated in the northern part of the British Isles, it’s a classic staple in Maine. Depending on where you are in the state, some call […]

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Bean Pot Chicken Breasts, Molasses Whoopie Pies

Fall in Maine means many wonderful things to people. Among these are hearty meals and plenty of sweet desserts! Today, we are bringing you some delicious recipes for those. Baked beans are a New England classic. But bean pots can be used for more than just rich and filling beans; in this recipe, you will […]

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Front Ridge Guide Service

Front Ridge Guide Service

It is not easy to make it through Aroostook County without seeing some form of wildlife. Wildlife is one factor that makes Aroostook County a popular destination, especially among hunters. Maine Guides can be a hunter’s key to success for in-state and out-of-state hunters alike. For Shawn Graham, becoming a Maine Guide combined the love […]

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Recipes

One of the major new sections we are going to be adding here in the blog is a compilation of recipes from various cookbooks that focus on Maine cooking. Additionally, we are going to be reaching out to all of you to submit some of your favorite Maine-centric recipes! Feel free to submit a recipe […]

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