Archives: November 2008

Holiday Stuffed Grape Leaves

New Hampshire Magazine Staff,

Stuffed Grape Leaves1 jar of brined grape leaves (now in most international food sections)1 package of your favorite rice mixture (about 2 cups)1/2 cup chopped nuts (pinenuts are nice)1/2 cup chopped dried fruit, like apricots, figs or datesMix the cooked rice (cooled), nuts and fruit and fill each spread out grape leave in the center with about 2 T of…

Roasted Butternut and Pear Soup With Curry

New Hampshire Magazine Staff,

6-8 Servings 1 medium butternut squash 3 medium ripe pears 1 small onion, diced 2 Tbs unsalted butter 2 tsp curry paste, medium heat 2 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken stock 1/4 cup heavy cream, heated 1/4 cup of Crème Fraiche or sour cream Preheat oven to 400 degrees. 1. Cut butternut squash in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds. 2….

The Nutcracker

New Hampshire Magazine Staff,

Nov. 15 at 3 p.m. The Robinson Ballet Company of Bangor, ME. is currently in rehearsal for their return to the North Country to perform the "The Nutcracker Suite" for the third consecutive year. Over 40 dancers in beautiful costumes with magical set designs bring this family classic to life. St. Kieran Arts Center will present the "Nutcracker" on Saturday,…

Susan Susanka Nov. 13

New Hampshire Magazine Staff,

November 13, Manchester. NH Home magazine presents architect and best-selling author Sarah Susanka. Don’t miss your chance to hear and meet this sought-after lecturer in her only New Hampshire appearance. A reception with book signing will follow. Tickets are $50. 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. The Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover St. Call (603) 668-5588 or visit www.palacetheatre.org for tickets and more information.