Monthly Archives: February 2015

Mushrooms Stuffed with Mascarpone

Posted on 02/27/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

These are very simple and quick. Mushrooms Stuffed with Mascarpone 24 stuffing mushrooms 1/2 cup diced green onion 3/4 cup bread crumbs 3 cloves garlic minced 5 oz mascarpone 3-4 slices ham chopped into small dice 2 tbsp olive oil … Continue reading →

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Homemade Irish Cream

Posted on 02/26/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Once again homemade is so much better than anything on the market to buy. If you make this now it will be ready for a certain Irish holiday. This recipe makes roughly 2.75 liters so have a few empty glass … Continue reading →

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Grapefruit Vinaigrette

Posted on 02/23/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a very simple healthy salad dressing. It has to have ripe red grapefruit to taste right. Grapefruit Vinaigrette 2 tsp Dijon mustard 8 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 4 tbsp fresh grapefruit juice 1/2 tsp minced garlic Whip … Continue reading →

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Sunday Suppers: Winter Whites

Posted on 02/22/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

We’ve been spared the snow that’s blanketed much of the country, but early this week a layer of ice made our landscape more than a little frosty. Instead of making us feel a little blue, we’re craving food that warms … Continue reading →

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Mustard Molasses Pork Loin

Posted on 02/20/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Here is a simple marinade and glaze for roast pork. Mustard Molasses Pork Tenderloin 5-7 lb pork loin 2 tbsp dijon mustard 2 tbsp stone ground brown mustard 1 tbsp molasses 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary Mix everything into a … Continue reading →

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The Sazerac Revisited

Posted on 02/19/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Pechaud’s bitters were finally available again so it was time to find out what type of whiskey works best in a sazerac. After following the recipe with rye and bourbon the final decision was….. They each tasted excellent. So I … Continue reading →

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Avocado and Chickpea Salad

Posted on 02/16/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This simple salad is a perfect side for grilled meats or burgers. Don’t skimp on the cheese. Avocado and Chickpea Salad 3 cups cooked chickpeas 1 red bell pepper diced 2 avocados cubed 3 tbsp diced green onion 4 oz … Continue reading →

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Sunday Suppers: Eggs and Cheese

Posted on 02/15/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This would make a wonderful brunch, lunch or dinner. We’re partial to all three. Asparagus and Spinach Souffle Cheesy Grits Broiled Grapefruit  

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Polenta Bites with Pepper Jam and Ham

Posted on 02/13/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a simple appetizer or first course that can be made ahead and brought back to heat when ready to serve. Polenta Bites with Pepper Jam and Ham 1 batch polenta roughly 1/2 cup thinly sliced ham roughly 1/2 … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Drinkies

Posted on 02/12/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

These drinks are perfect for this Saturday’s celebration of romance and all things pink and red. Raspberry Cocktails Chocolate Raspberry Creamsicle The French Martini Raspberry Cheesecake Martini Pomosas

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