Peach and Peppadew Salsa
A couple of my peaches ripened overnight and I decided to try making some peach salsa to go with my lunch. As I dug through my fridge for salsa ingredients, I realized that I was out of both jalapeño...
View ArticleFood Blog Friday: Spicy Tomato Jam from Divina Cucina
There are tons of tomato jam recipes floating around right now, but the first time I remember reading about it was last summer at Over a Tuscan Stove. Although Judy cooks, teaches, and blogs from...
View ArticleSpicy Pumpkin Soup with Cilantro Pepita Pesto
I don’t always love pumpkin soup. So many winter squash soup recipes out there are very sweet and seasoned with either pumpkin pie spices or store-bought curry powder. I do love pumpkin pie, but I...
View ArticleSilent Sunday: Quince Season
Vanilla Poached Quince from Chocolate and Zucchini Quince Jelly from Simply Recipes Quince Tarte Tatin from David Lebovitz Membrillo (Quince Paste) from Cannelle et Vanille
View ArticleButtermilk Chipotle Ranch Dressing
This easy homemade chipotle ranch dressing combines tangy buttermilk, smoky and spicy chipotle, and a combination of fresh herbs and dried spices. It’s simple to make and your salads will love the...
View ArticleBasil Mint Pesto with Walnuts
I had some bunches of fresh basil and mint in the fridge that needed to be used up, so I combined them with olive oil and walnuts for a bit of a different take on my usual pesto. The resulting sauce...
View ArticleCoconut Shrimp Poppers with Chili Mango Cream
This was a sponsored post for Philadelphia cream cheese that originally appeared on my review blog. All opinions are my own. In honor of the Real Women of Philadelphia cooking video competition, I...
View ArticleMake Your Own Ketchup
If you’re participating in October Unprocessed this month or are just looking to cut some processed foods out of your diet, you might be wondering how to replace some of your favorite store-bought...
View ArticleCreamy Coleslaw with Bacon and Blue Cheese
Several years ago, while finishing college in Eugene and living with my then new (but now ex) in-laws, I ran across a recipe online for a coleslaw with bacon and blue cheese. The finished salad was...
View ArticleAppetizer Idea: Steamed Brussels Sprouts with Dilly Dip
One of my favorite Thanksgiving appetizers is a simple plate filled with fresh veggies and a bowl of creamy dill dip. But do you know what tastes even better with dill dip than carrot and celery...
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