Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
I jumped on the duck prosciutto bandwagon, and enjoyed it as part of an hors d'oeuvres tray with a bunch of other DIY projects, plus tortellini in brodo.
Our first entry in Charcutepalooza, duck prosciutto with wine-soaked figs, rosemary goat cheese, crispy duck and wine reduction. Also, playing a game of tag with my cow.