Monthly Archives: October 2016

Salmon Cakes with Tahini Sauce

Posted on 10/27/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a great way to use up leftover grilled salmon. The finished cakes can just be baked if you want a healthier option. Just place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Salmon Cakes with Tahini Cream Sauce 1 lb … Continue reading →

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Maple Grilled Salmon Steaks

Posted on 10/24/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a simple marinade for any strong flavored fish. Grill over direct heat to caramelize the syrup. Maple Cider Marinade 3-4 1 1/2″ salmon steaks 1/2 cup cider vinegar 1/2 cup hard apple cider 4 tbsp maple syrup 1 … Continue reading →

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Ground Cherry Sauce

Posted on 10/18/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This sauce is excellent over multiple types of meat. Here it is on some roast chicken breast but really the sky is the limit. Ground cherries are very interesting. They behave much like unripe cherry tomatoes and it is no … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Farro Risotto

Posted on 10/14/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

There are a number of smaller pumpkin varieties in the pacific northwest, the type pictured is roughly 3-5 lbs and about the size of a cannon ball. Any type of pumpkin will work for this, just harvest enough flesh for … Continue reading →

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Fennel Lemon Gimlet

Posted on 10/11/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

We had some leftover fennel simple syrup after making fennel lemonade so naturally we thought we’d mix it with gin. The herbal notes of Hendrick’s really pair well with the fennel notes of the syrup. That’s our fancy way of … Continue reading →

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Fennel Roasted Rock Fish

Posted on 10/08/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a fun way to cook a whole fish. Red snapper or trout would work equally well. Have the fishmonger scale and gut the fish for you to save cleanup. Whole Fish and Fennel 1 1/2-2 lbs whole rock … Continue reading →

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Fennel Lemonade

Posted on 10/05/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

By Katherine On Saturday mornings we hit the farmers market in town and each week I’m tempted to splurge on fennel lemonade sold at a stand that specializes in homemade juices and gives out free samples. But I always get … Continue reading →

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In Our Kitchen Part Two: Signs of Fall

Posted on 10/02/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Even small spaces can burst with flavor. We’re enjoying autumn crops, fresh seafood and decadent breakfasts. To get a peek inside other bloggers’ kitchens hop on over to Fig Jam and Lime Cordial for her monthly roundup.  

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In Our Kitchen Part One: Downsizing

Posted on 10/01/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

By Katherine We’ll be back tomorrow with a look at what’s going on in our kitchen, but first we wanted to show you our new digs. We moved to the West Coast and for now we’re renting. We’ve said for … Continue reading →

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