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  1. cojo

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    Mar 13th, 10:18

    This looks like a delicious menu. I plan to make it, and include a little chocolate at the end, because what is Easter without chocolate!

    I made up my shopping list and here it is for those who plan to make this menu. I did not include quantities where they are small (less than 1/2 cup), and did not include the wines / extra beer.

    PANTRY ITEMS: Mayonnaise Sour cream Bread crumbs Brown sugar Sugar (1 cup) Kosher salt Pepper Non-stick cooking spray Walnut halves Cornstarch Cider vinegar Parmesan cheese (1 cup) Flour (4 1/2 cups) Fast-rising yeast (2 pkgs) Dark seedless raisins (1/2 cup) Blanched almonds (1/4 cup) Confectioner's sugar (1 cup) Multicolor sprinkles

    PRODUCE: Lemons (3) Fresh dill, chives, tarragon Fresh parsley Fresh rosemary Onions (4) Garlic head (1) Granny Smith apple (1) Beets Carrots Leeks Parsnips Potatoes Rutabagas Turnips Brussels Sprouts Fresh spinach or swiss chard (2 lbs)

    BUTCHER / REFRIGERATED ITEMS: Eggs (27) Boneless leg of lamb (5-6 lbs) Smoked kielbasa (2-3 lbs) Phyllo dough (2 pkgs) Whole milk ricotta (1 lb) Milk (1/2 cup) Ham (1 cup cubed) Unsalted butter (1 cup) Bottled beer (3 12-oz; at least one Guinness stout)

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  2. ChristaSeychew

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    Mar 16th, 15:32

    Thanks to the many of you that stopped down to the Wintermarket today. I was pleased with the number of you that turned out! Over the course of the day, it was nice to see familiar faces and meet new people. A special thanks to Krista and Trish from Blue Alligator ( www.bluealligatorspecialtyfoods.com ) for bringing the whole herd in from East Aurora! Chef Metzgar made some tasty samples- thank you Chef for your interest in the market and tremendous professionalism.

    The Wintermarket will be closed next week for Easter but will re-open March 30th.

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  3. ChristaSeychew

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    Mar 12th, 21:43

    Thank you for this post, Chef. A dinner that features dishes inspired by Buffalo's ethnic heritage is a great idea. You put a lot of work into this and I truly appreciate it. I'm thrilled that you've paired up with the market. I'll be there!

    Anyone up for an impromptu YUM get together on Sunday at the market? Send me an email if you are. We can all hang out, have some of Chef's eats, chat with the purveyors, talk about Buffalo's food shed- it'll be good fun. It being St. Patrick's Day may mean that everyone is busy, but let's see what happens.

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  4. KAinVA

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    Mar 13th, 13:00

    I have had the pleasure of sampling some of Chef Bill's creations and they are fantastic. I'm looking forward to preparing these recipes. Thank you Chef!!

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  5. MichaelFranco

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    Mar 12th, 19:05

    What a great addition to the Wintermarket on Elmwood. Chef Metzgar welcome aboard.

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  6. sbrof

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    Mar 12th, 22:09

    great idea, one of the only things holding my back from getting a CSA share this year is not knowing what to do with the veggies I normally don't buy. Not that I wouldn't like them but my german background just didn't expose me to many things. Very meat and potatoes upbringing.

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  7. RisingDamp666

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    Mar 12th, 22:46

    What? Now I gotta get a big platter for all those "small plates"?

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  8. ACMEChef

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    Mar 13th, 13:29

    Thanks everyone for your kind remarks and interest in the menu. I'm looking forward to meeting you on Sunday at the Wintermarket. I'll have copies of the recipes and there'll be plenty of samples to taste. Who's bringing the green beer?

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  9. dsetzer

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    Mar 12th, 23:01

    sbrof - get a small share or find someone to split it with. You will enjoy the fresh, great tasting vegetables and appreciate the connection with the farmer. Most of the CSA farmers are happy to supply recipes for their vegetables and I am sure that everyone here on YUM! will be happy to give you ideas. Take the plunge!

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  10. MichaelFranco

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    Mar 16th, 16:33

    Christa,

    It was a great day at the Wintermarket, running into friends and meeting new people. Chef Metzgar was whipping out some very tasty dishes and making use of the venders products. I left with a bag full of goodies.

    Chef Metzgar,

    It was a pleasure to meet you today and thanks for the recipes.

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