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Fresh Blueberry Cheesecake

Posted on 08/11/2018 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

The blueberry bushes are really at peak production and there are too many berries to eat slowly. This is my type of problem. Blueberry Cheesecake Sauce 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries 1/4 cup sugar 1 tbsp lemon juice 2 tsp … Continue reading →

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Marinated Feta

Posted on 12/08/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

People need munchies while they wait for that big holiday meal. This year we went with a Mediterranean-themed appetizer spread on Thanksgiving because Katherine’s colleague used to work for an olive distributor. Hey, we find inspiration everywhere. This is colorful, … Continue reading →

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Pimento Cheese Spread

Posted on 12/30/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

The secret to this Southern staple is a mix of different cheddar cheeses. Pimento Cheese 8 oz extra sharp orange cheddar shredded 8 oz mild English cheddar shredded 4 oz sharp Vermont white cheddar shredded 8 oz Neufchatel cream cheese … 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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Turkey “Pizzas”

Posted on 11/25/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a white pizza in the best possible way. The “sauce” is mashed potatoes. To really make things decadent, drizzle a bit of truffle oil over the top before serving. No need to worry about leftovers. Turkey Pizza 1 … Continue reading →

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Buffalo Chicken and Blue Cheese Mac

Posted on 11/08/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

By Katherine Greg was so supportive in my bid to create the world’s unhealthiest chili mac that I figured he deserved a reward. (OK, he was a bit of a cad, really, but we had some great blue cheese, some … Continue reading →

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Uncle Charlie’s Trick

Posted on 06/04/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Here is a different way to finish a risotto from my Uncle Charlie’s repertoire. I made a mushroom risotto and instead of using Romano cheese at the end I used two tablespoons of mascarpone. The final result was very rich, … Continue reading →

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Twice Baked Potatoes with Romano

Posted on 04/25/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Sometimes we think: ‘What can we possibly do with potatoes that we haven’t done before?’ The answer usually involves cheese. Twice-Baked Potatoes with Romano 4 medium Russet potatoes (about a pound) 4 tbsp butter 1/4 cup grated romano about a … Continue reading →

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Blue Cheese Spread

Posted on 02/25/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a very simple basic cheese spread. It can easily be turned into a salad dressing by adding enough buttermilk to thin it out. The spices can also be adjusted to turn it into a sauce for any number … Continue reading →

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Sunday Suppers: A Valentine’s Day to Remember

Posted on 02/09/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This meal should make him and her very happy. The appetizer and main course are on the heavier side, but the dessert is lighter. Don’t forget the bubbly. Smoked Salmon Roulade Peppercorn-Crusted Steaks Twice-Cooked Potatoes Balsamic Chocolate-Covered Strawberries Chocolate Champagne … Continue reading →

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