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Passion Fruit Squares

Posted on October 10, 2012December 23, 2013 by linda
Like lemon squares but better!  The custard has the texture of mango pudding and the passion fruit flavor is incredible.  These bars are really rich but worth it for a special occasion! For a 9̸... Read More

Pack a Pint of Pickled Peppers

Posted on October 4, 2012September 30, 2012 by linda
Whenever I have more hot peppers than I need, I pickle the leftovers.  I use pickled peppers in cooking where I would use fresh – in soups, stews, sauteed dishes, etc.  Pickling retains the he... Read More

Refridgerator Dill Pickles

Posted on October 3, 2012September 30, 2012 by linda
Home made pickles are so much better than store bought and they are really easy to make.  I like to make refrigerator pickles because I find that the hot water bath required by traditional canning so... Read More

Pomegranate Molasses

Posted on September 26, 2012September 17, 2012 by linda
Pomegranate molasses are tart, fruity and just a little sweet.  A jar will last for months in the refrigerator.  I use pomegranate molasses in marinades, dressings and cocktails. For this recipe you... Read More

Sauteed Corn and Mushroom

Posted on September 13, 2012September 9, 2012 by linda
On a recent visit to The Slanted Door in San Francisco we ate a yummy corn and mushroom salad.  We really loved the combination of corn, mushrooms and a little bit of sesame oil.  This is my humble ... Read More

Figs with Blue Cheese and Honey

Posted on September 12, 2012September 9, 2012 by linda
This is a dish with a very favorable compliments-to-effort ratio.  The salty savoriness of the cheese contrasts nicely with the sweet fruit and honey.  It’s easy to eat an entire plate all by ... Read More

Boozy Summer Fruits

Posted on August 8, 2012August 2, 2012 by linda
A little bit of effort in August will pay off during the holidays.  Liquor soaked fruit makes a great gift and is great for holiday entertaining.  Use the same quality of liquor you would use for mi... Read More

Mr. Pepper Pants

Posted on August 3, 2012August 2, 2012 by linda
or, Look What I Found at Target Curse you Target!  Why is it that I always buy more than I need from your store? I found a great salt and pepper set while wandering through the store last weekend. Ta... Read More

Ben & Jerry’s Homemade Ice Cream & Dessert Book

Posted on July 23, 2012July 21, 2012 by linda
This cookbook gets a lot of use in my kitchen and it’s fun to read. Ben & Jerry’s Homemade Ice Cream & Dessert Book Ben Cohen & Jerry Greenfield with Nancy J. Stevens This is o... Read More
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