Monthly Archives: July 2015

Pork Chops with Grapes

Posted on 07/31/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Fresh grapes are the key to this simple dish. Pork Chops with Grapes 4 pork chops 1″ thick 2 cups small grapes 2 tbsp garlic minced 1 cayenne pepper diced fine 6-8 leaves basil cut into thin ribbons 1/4 cup … Continue reading →

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Balsamic Filet Mignon

Posted on 07/27/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a great spice mixture to pair with the sweet balsamic sauce. Use a 2-3″ thick filet mignon or tenderloin cut of beef. Filet Mignon with Balsamic 2 filet mignon 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary 1 tbsp black … Continue reading →

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Steamed Turkey Dumplings

Posted on 07/06/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

These are fun to make and taste great. Perfect as a first course, or multi course Asian feast. Green onion and garlic can be used if there are no garlic scapes around. There will probably be some filling left over … Continue reading →

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4th of July Roundup

Posted on 07/03/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Here are some ideas for how to spend the 4th. Everything will include a common theme ingredient. For a hint think sauce. Pulled Pork Chicken Cornbread Calzones Beans    

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In Our Kitchen: Pickling, Garlic and Eggs

Posted on 07/01/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

The title may seem confusing if you do not understand the use of a comma. I spent an entire afternoon canning 36 large jars of pickles. Go here for the recipe.This happened because when I bought the 20 lbs of … Continue reading →

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