Monthly Archives: July 2014

Cherry Bourbon Sours

Posted on 07/31/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Didn’t make the cherries we posted last week? Well you’ll have to come up with your own drink while we enjoy these. Cherry Bourbon Sours 1/3 part cherry bourbon syrup 1/3 part lemon juice 1/3 part triple sec Mix all … Continue reading →

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Nectarines and Goat Cheese in Phyllo

Posted on 07/30/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This was a super simple dessert that made use of some frozen phyllo dough we had on hand. Nectarines and Goat Cheese in Phyllo Dough 20 sheets phyllo dough 3 nectarines, sliced 3 oz goat cheese, crumbled 4 tbsp butter … Continue reading →

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Grilled Watermelon Salsa

Posted on 07/29/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is one way to use up leftover grilled watermelon. Wait, people grill watermelon? Grilled Watermelon Salsa 2 cups grilled watermelon diced small 1 green bell pepper diced small 1 small red onion diced fine 1 large tomato diced small … Continue reading →

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Edamame Tahini Spread

Posted on 07/28/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a nice alternative to traditional hummus, but we won’t call it a hummus because we’re stubborn like that. Hummus needs chick peas. Serve this with roti or pita bread. Edamame Tahini Spread 16 oz edamame juice from one … Continue reading →

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Sunday Suppers: Light Plates

Posted on 07/27/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

We like light meals that show off fresh summer produce. Summer vegetables don’t need much help to shine. These simple recipes should hit the spot. Eggplant and Feta “Pizzas” Cherry Tomatoes in an Herb Vinaigrette Figs in a blanket

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Eggplant Stuffed with Sausage and Cherry Tomatoes

Posted on 07/26/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This recipe is very simple and takes advantage of fresh grape tomatoes and homemade sausage. Sausage and Tomato Stuffed Eggplant 2 medium eggplant sliced in half stems left on 2 tbsp coarsely chopped garlic 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh oregano … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Cherries

Posted on 07/25/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

These are really, really strong and yet still taste amazing. The final cherry liquor made from the packing liquid is fantastic added to many cocktails or as a stand alone drink. Use really fresh cherries and a wide-mouth 24-ounce mason … Continue reading →

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Grapefruit and Bourbon Together Again

Posted on 07/24/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

By Katherine I like making drinks for Greg, but I have to adjust to his tastes. If I add a bit of simple syrup to take the edge off, he’ll find it too sweet. Cocktails I find a bit too … Continue reading →

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Eggplant and Tomato Sandwiches with Pesto and Feta

Posted on 07/23/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Katherine came up with this veggie sandwich to help use up some eggplant and leftover French bread. To say it was the greatest sandwich ever would be silly. It was the greatest sandwich that I ever had this week. Spicy … Continue reading →

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Peach Shortcakes

Posted on 07/22/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This right here is why we don’t often have dessert in our household. It tastes too good, goes too fast and leaves us in a sugar stupor. But summer is long and peach season is all too short… Peach Shortcakes … Continue reading →

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