Tag Archives: 9th century

Feeding the Revolution: Loaves, Fish, and Old Gods

Posted on 19 February 2026 by carlton_bach

We have already met the Saxon peasantry as they attempted to rid themselves of feudal overlordship, but this was hardly the only instance they gave their rulers trouble. In 841, as the Empire founded by Charlemagne was facing the prospect … Continue reading →

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Fried Gourd

Posted on 22 July 2024 by carlton_bach

Just a short recipe today, again from Philippine Welser’s recipe collection: 129 If you want to fry pumpkin Cut the pumpkin crosswise (braydt), parboil it, and then lay the slices out on a board until they are drained (versechnet). Then … Continue reading →

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