Tag Archives: cream

Fish Chowder

Posted on 06/14/2017 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Recently I bought a halibut. Here is a good way to use the bones and bits. Fish Chowder for broth 24 clams washed 1 lemon 1 8-10 lb halibut carcass chopped into small pieces Fronds from 1 bulb fennel 1 … Continue reading →

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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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Wild Duck with Mashed Rutabaga

Posted on 01/05/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Wild duck can be gamier, but is lean and delicious to us. Wild Duck with Mashed Rutabaga 1 large rutabaga peeled and cubed 1 large green onion 8 tbsp butter 6-8 wild duck breasts 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup … Continue reading →

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Green Beans and Toasted Almonds

Posted on 11/12/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a great side any time of the year. The cream sauce is really light and helps create a little balance with all the heavier food that may be served this time of year. This also cooks very fast … Continue reading →

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Broccoli Cheese Soup

Posted on 10/29/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a fantastic soup that is fairly quick to make. The secret is slow cooking the roux and then adding a lot of tasty cheese. Any assortment of real cheese could be used here, as long as cheddar is … Continue reading →

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Cream of Squash and Turnip Soup

Posted on 10/17/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Roasting the vegetables really gives this soup a great flavor. It can be served in chunks instead of creamed if a heartier soup is wanted. Cream of Roast Squash 1 lb red potatoes skinned and cut into large bites 1 … Continue reading →

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Braised Whole Hen

Posted on 10/06/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This will work well with a chicken if you do not have a hen. The leftover broth is excellent in stocks and stews. Braised Hen 4 lb whole hen cleaned, giblets separated, skinned and trussed 1 large head garlic sliced … Continue reading →

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Carrot and Red Bell Pepper Soup

Posted on 09/16/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

The secret to this soup is the toasted bread rubbed with garlic. Dip it or pour the soup over it at the bottom of the bowl. The other secret is really fresh carrots and bell pepper. Carrot and Roasted Red … Continue reading →

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Cream of Potato Soup

Posted on 12/28/2013 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a lighter cream soup that is full of flavor thanks to the fresh stock made from turkey kidneys. Most good butcher shops should have giblets for sale, you may just need to ask. Chicken kidneys can be substituted, … Continue reading →

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Winter Drink Roundup

Posted on 12/12/2013 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

The calendar says it’s not technically winter yet, but we say it’s close enough for a winter drink roundup. Here are some of our favorites — hot and cold. Candy Cane Martini Brandied Hot Chocolate Gingersnap Martinis Wassail Hazelnut Shooters … Continue reading →

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