Monthly Archives: October 2015

Dove with Yogurt Sauce

Posted on 10/30/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This will work well for quail and pigeon as well. The recipe is adapted from The Silver Spoon. Dove Breasts with Yogurt Sauce 8-12 whole dove breasts still attached to the bone 1 lime 1/2 cup onion finely diced 3 … Continue reading →

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Game Days

Posted on 10/28/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

We can and plan all summer so we can trade all winter with our hunting friends. Katherine’s work friends not only bring her eggs, but venison, duck and even dove, on occasion. In exchange she brings them pickles, jam, pickled … Continue reading →

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Candied Pears

Posted on 10/26/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is pretty much the same as fruit pie filling that comes in a can. Except it tastes so much better. Use these in pies, cobblers, pancakes, syrups, sauces or over ice cream. Candied Pears 8 cups pears peeled and … Continue reading →

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Soups: Our 10 Favorites for Fall (So Far)

Posted on 10/23/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Beans, potatoes, cheese, grains, squash. Chunky, pureed. Simple, involved. Light, hearty. All sorts of soups warm our souls. Here’s our top 10 list — starting with the Cheddar Potato Soup above. These are listed in no particular order. Because, really … Continue reading →

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Apple and Pear Crisp

Posted on 10/21/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

By Katherine We had an apple tree in the front yard growing up and one of my mom’s go-to recipes was Fannie Farmer‘s apple crisp. It’s not too involved and tastes great with ice cream or a little slice of … Continue reading →

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Favorite Fall Sips

Posted on 10/19/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

We know fall is supposed to have a certain bite in the air, but around here many folks don’t turn off their air conditioners until well into October. So our list of fall favorites includes hot and cold drinks, because … Continue reading →

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Savory Fall Favorites

Posted on 10/16/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Who says fall meals have to be drab and colorless? Here are some of our favorite ways to make the most of autumn’s best ingredients. Squash with Wild Rice, Pears, and Almonds Duck with Cranberry Orange Sauce Toasted Pumpkin Seeds … Continue reading →

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Sweet Fall Favorites

Posted on 10/14/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

It’s still pretty warm in these parts, but we’re craving the flavors of fall. Here are some of our favorite sweet recipes to serve in autumn: Cranberry Apple Pie with a Crumb Topping Cinnamon Pear Coffee Cake Cranberry and Pomegranate … Continue reading →

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Eggplant Balls with Red Pepper Sauce

Posted on 10/12/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

These are perfect as an appetizer, first course or as tapas. You could also include them in a sporting event party for people who would rather eat good food than watch sporting events. Eggplant “Meat” balls with Red Pepper Sauce … Continue reading →

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In Our Kitchen: Sweet Potatoes

Posted on 10/01/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

The garlic came in the mail so it was time to pull the sweet potatoes. Although they did yield a pretty good harvest I will not plant them again unless there is an isolated space for them to grow. I … Continue reading →

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