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Nova Scotia Hodge Podge Recipe

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Ingredients

Directions

Step #1 Split the beans in half lengthwise.
Step #2 Cut carrots into long sticks.
Step #3 Shell peas & place all together into unsalted, boiling water.
Step #4 Boil fast uncovered for 8 mins.
Step #5 Drain, reserving 1 c of cooking water.
Step #6 Peel potatoes & slice into matchsticks.
Step #7 Cook covered til just tender.
Step #8 Drain, reserving water.
Step #9 Set aside.
Step #10 Break cauliflower into flowerlets.
Step #11 Place in a saucepan, & using potato water, boil uncovered 8-10 mins Drain & set aside.
Step #12 Mix vegetables in a warm dish.
Step #13 Cover up & let this stand in a warm place.
Step #14 While vegetables are cooking, prepare sauce:.
Step #15 Melt sliced salt pork in a cast iron frying pan over med-heat/flame.
Step #16 When golden brown, discard enough fat so only half a c remains.
Step #17 Add flour & stir over med-heat/flame until it turns a light brown colour.
Step #18 Pour in cream, vegetable water & stir until creamy.
Step #19 Add chives or green onions, pepper, & salt to taste (as salt pork is often sufficient).
Step #20 Pour over the vegetables, & serve.
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