What dish does Virginia have to its name, something that can rival Maryland's crab cakes or the Carolinas' vinegar-saturated barbecue? Why, the Virginia ham ... settlers how best to salt and ...

Add the garlic and shallots and sweat until softened (do not allow them to color). Drain the sunchokes ... frothy texture. Put 8 Virginia-Ham Croquettes in each soup bowl and add soup.