The Elusive Roots of Rosin Potatoes (2022)
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The article explores the history and cultural significance of 'rosin potatoes', a discontinued dish that was once served at Cracker Barrel restaurants, sparking discussion about its uniqueness and the challenges of sourcing ingredients.
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It’s an American delicacy I would love to try, but here in New Zealand I can’t find a local manufacturer of pine rosin that will sell to consumers, and no idea if modern processing of rosin is more risky than it was back when it was on Cracker Barrel menus.
While I think New Zealand made rosin would come from pine wood not pulp, no commercial producer is going to tell me if the product uses any toxic chemicals if they get the slightest hint I plan on cooking with it.
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