Tag Archives: dips

Pumpkin Hummus

Posted on 12/02/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

We wanted to do Mediterranean appetizers on Thanksgiving this year, but regular hummus didn’t seem very festive. This was as delicious as it was pretty and put some little pumpkins to use. And to think some people use those for … Continue reading →

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Black Bean Hummus

Posted on 02/15/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

By Katherine It’s been a hectic few months in the Rufus household. Most of our weekends have been consumed by a bathroom remodel and Greg’s dad came for an extended stay to help with the project. It wasn’t extended enough … Continue reading →

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Carrot Top Pesto

Posted on 04/27/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Normally I use carrot fronds in stocks but this is a really tasty way to use them as well. Use only the leaves for this and make sure the fronds are really fresh, like out of your garden or from … Continue reading →

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Edamame Tahini Spread

Posted on 07/28/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a nice alternative to traditional hummus, but we won’t call it a hummus because we’re stubborn like that. Hummus needs chick peas. Serve this with roti or pita bread. Edamame Tahini Spread 16 oz edamame juice from one … Continue reading →

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Your one-stop shop for game day apps

Posted on 01/29/2012 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Appetizers that is. We hear there’s some big game coming up, involves a pigskin and pricey tickets. Chances are we won’t be watching, except for during commercials. But the rest of you, at least the rest of you Americans, will … Continue reading →

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Tomatillo Salsa

Posted on 01/21/2012 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Yes, we used canned. Fresh may be best, but gosh darn it, it’s not like we’re crazy foodies who have to do everything the hard way and avoid shortcuts and only use fresh ingredients… hmm, OK, well maybe not today. … Continue reading →

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