AROUND TOWN...

A LATE WINTER VACATION...

Something to do in 2008, when you begin to tire of winter.

Visit Ogonquit Maine-

Perkins Cove, in Ogunquit Maine, is one of the most beautiful coves in the state. It began as a small fishing community. It wasn't too many years before it was "discovered" & soon became a popular place to visit, relax & enjoy wonderful food. When Dave & I were there, we had the most wonderful oyster chowder I have ever eaten. I'm sorry that I can't remember the name of the chowder house so that you might enjoy some too!

Artists have been attracted to Ogunquit since 1888 and by 1900, Perkins Cove was a well established art colony. In 1952, Henry Strater established the "Ogonquit Museum Of American Art" in the nearby Narrow Cove. It's been refered to as "the most beautiful little art gallery in the world".

THIS IS MY RECIPE FOR OYSTER CHOWDER...

It's pretty good!

1/2 lb sliced bacon

1 large onion, diced fine

1 1/2 cup hot water

1 large potato, fine dice

1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper (I use white)

1 pint oysters

1/2 cup table cream

1/2 cup milk

Method...
Fry bacon then add onions & saute 'till clear.

Drain and leave bacon & onions in the pan.

Add water, pepper & potato, cover and cook for about 10 - 12 minutes on medium heat until potatoes are soft. (add a little salt if you wish)

Reduce heat, add oysters, a cook until edges of oysters begin to curl.

Heat the milk & cream to scalting point & add to oyster mixture.

A little fresh parsley is a nice garnish, if you can find it during "oyster season"

Makes a good sized serving for 2 people or small serving for 3 or 4 people.