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Braised Groundhog

Jacob Lam
Text and Video by Jacob Lam and Oliver Classen This recipe honors the underutilized aspects of spring: Groundhogs are often shot as a pest and tossed into a ditch; dandelions are more often sprayed than picked; field garlic is another common lawn weed that rarely makes it into the spotlight. To lift up these underappreciated aspects of Spring, I’ve thrown them in the pot to make a simple but flavorful braise. Take note, if you have ever smelled a groundhog, or tried one, and been repulsed it ...
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