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Connecticut is known as the Provision State because it supplied much of the food and cannons to General Washington’s Continental Army during the American Revolution. It is also known as the Nutmeg State and “Land of Steady Habits,” a reference to its strict Protestant past. Perhaps not surprisingly, the cuisine that developed in Connecticut is characterized by hearty dishes that dare not over-stimulate the palate. Historically, the Long Island Sound and Connecticut River have supplied locals with plenty of fresh seafood, including clams, oysters, lobsters, shad, flounder, and striped bass. As with other parts of New England, fish chowder was an important dish in Connecticut. Before chowder became virtually synonymous with clams, it was typically a cod-based soup combined with salt pork and dry ships biscuits. The word chowder is an Americanization of the French word “chaudiere,” which refers to an enormous pot or caldron.
 

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Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2008 by ellasequema
This recipe has officially become my go-to choc. chip cookie recipe! Seriously. I added 1/2 tsp of cream of tartar as one reviewer suggested and instead of using semi-sweet chocolate chips and nuts I used 1 1/2 cups of BOTH bittersweet and white chocolate chips. Perfect! Big, moist on the outside, crunchy on the outside, delicious cookies. So much better than what's on the back of the bag! Give these a try!
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Chocolate Pretzel Rings

Reviewed on Aug. 19, 2008 by heidird
Super easy. So much room for variety. Delcious! Used mini pretzels (could't find rings) and did some kisses, some rolos and some peanut butter cups. YUM!!!!
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Amish White Bread

Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2008 by pam
What a wonderful recipe! I cut down the sugar by half becuase I wanted a less sweet bread for sandwiches. It's amazing. The texture is fabulous and still has a nice very slight sweetness in the background. Thanks to all who recommended this one!!
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