Tag Archives: bacon

Peanut Butter Pancakes

Posted on 08/18/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

We like to think Elvis was doing this a long time ago in a galaxy far far more awesome. Peanut Butter Pancakes 1 cup flour 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1 tbsp sugar 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter … Continue reading →

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Candied Bacon

Posted on 08/15/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a very simple recipe. The finished bacon can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for at least a week. Candied Bacon 3/4 lb thick bacon (10 slices) 1/4 cup brown sugar Black pepper Heat oven … Continue reading →

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Chicken-Bacon Bites

Posted on 05/21/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

We found these tasty bites over on What’s on the Stove and pinned it to our party ideas board months ago. Sherry has a number of great appetizers and recipes of all kinds. Check out her blog and the recipe … Continue reading →

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Cheddar and Bacon Hash Brown Cups

Posted on 10/30/2013 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This dish has cheese, bacon and potatoes. Your basic food groups covered. Cheddar and Bacon Hash Brown Cups 3 cups shredded potatoes 1/2 small to medium onion, grated 1 cup cheddar cheese 6-8 slices bacon salt/pepper to taste Spray a … Continue reading →

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A Hobo’s BLT

Posted on 08/20/2013 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

With all the tomatoes from the garden I have had time to contemplate some deep philosophical issues, such as how to improve the classic BLT. The answer: Add a fried egg in between. This may require a fork and knife … Continue reading →

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Bacon Cheddar Corn Muffins

Posted on 06/05/2012 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

The secret to these muffins golden crust is bacon fat. They’re not the healthiest little buggers, but boy are they good. Fix up a pot of beans and you got yourself a meal. Take a long walk afterward. Or maybe … Continue reading →

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Cheese-Stuffed, Bacon-Wrapped Awesomeness

Posted on 04/10/2012 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Really what else is there to even talk about. Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Shrimp (Adapted from this recipe by Chef Rick Bayless) 1 lb shrimp, 16-20 count 1 lb sliced bacon 1/2 block cream cheese 2 tbsp shredded fresh mozzerella 2 tsp … Continue reading →

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Brussels … kraut?

Posted on 04/09/2012 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a great way to serve brussels sprouts to people who think they do not like them. The bacon, red onion and cider vinegar help cut some of the sprouts bitterness. Shredded Brussels Sprouts 14-18 medium sized brussels sprouts … Continue reading →

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Pancetta, egg and toast cups … and a mystery unveiled

Posted on 10/16/2011 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

By Katherine I was intending to surprise Greg with a great Sunday brunch when he foiled my plans and awoke early. Actually, I foiled my own and slept in. All was not lost, I put him to work on baked … Continue reading →

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Okra stewed in tomatoes

Posted on 08/29/2011 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

A lot of people think okra is slimy and gross, I myself thought this before moving to the South. Of course, I had only had okra either deep fried or in terrible gumbos so I really had no frame of … Continue reading →

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