Tag Archives: cold

Vichyssoise

Posted on 06/08/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a fairly simple soup to make, but it does require a couple hours to chill so plan ahead. Vichyssoise 2 lbs potatoes skinned and diced small 4 large leeks cleaned and finely sliced, about 6 cups 8 cups … Continue reading →

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Avocado and Cucumber Soup

Posted on 07/19/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a simple cold soup that is great as a starter course or light lunch. Serve with toasted bread to dip. Avocado Cucumber Soup 1/2 lbs cucumber peeled and cut into chunks 2 ripe avocados 4 tbsp olive oil … 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: Come Inside and Warm Up

Posted on 02/16/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Here are a few options to fight the miserable winter everyone seems to have around here. Cheddar Potato Soup Meatball Soup White Bean Chili Oatmeal Wheat Bread to dip in the soups Or top dip in the chili, cornbread. And … Continue reading →

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Rice Salad with a Greek Twist

Posted on 06/14/2013 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is an easy salad that can be made way ahead of time. It works well as a side for barbecue or fancier fare. Rice Salad 1 cup orzo 1 cup jasmine rice 2 cups chicken stock 2 cups water … Continue reading →

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Calamari Salad

Posted on 01/15/2013 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

So you have cleaned a box of frozen squid and stuffed them and there is still a good amount of casings left. Option one is to make more stuffing. Or you could do this yummy salad. Use whatever vegetables and … Continue reading →

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Green Bean Salad

Posted on 05/02/2011 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a quick side that should be made a couple hours before serving. If you do not have balsamic use red wine vinegar and the truffle oil can be omitted. The trick is to barely cook the green beans … Continue reading →

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