Tag Archives: fall

Apple Mules

Posted on 11/22/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Here’s a great seasonal cocktail in case you need a little extra fortification for Thanksgiving dinner. We haven’t tried this in big batches, but if you’re expecting a crowd go ahead and upsize. Or just sneak off to the kitchen … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin “Carbonara”

Posted on 11/08/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This pasta sauce is really creamy and thick and although it has no eggs it does taste like carbonara. Pumpkin Carbonara 2 1/2 lbs fresh pumpkin diced into 1/2″ cubes 1/2 cup red onion diced fine 3 tbsp garlic minced … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Farro Risotto

Posted on 10/14/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

There are a number of smaller pumpkin varieties in the pacific northwest, the type pictured is roughly 3-5 lbs and about the size of a cannon ball. Any type of pumpkin will work for this, just harvest enough flesh for … Continue reading →

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Apple Sangria

Posted on 11/16/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This drink is perfect for a crowd, but also light enough that if you just happen to finish the whole pitcher with the help of your lovely spouse you won’t be hurting the next day. You can make it the … Continue reading →

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Cranberry Sauce with Pears

Posted on 11/11/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

We’ve had a plethora of pears this season so it seemed only right to incorporate them into cranberry sauce. For other cranberry sauce ideas from mulled wine to ginger spiced go here. Cranberry Sauce with Pears 12 ounces cranberries 2 … Continue reading →

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Baked Apples with Ginger and Marsala

Posted on 11/05/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

We find a lot of apples in the sale bin this time of year. To us paying a third of the price make up for a few bruises. That said we try to use them up as quickly as possible, … Continue reading →

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Apple and Pear Crisp

Posted on 10/21/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

By Katherine We had an apple tree in the front yard growing up and one of my mom’s go-to recipes was Fannie Farmer‘s apple crisp. It’s not too involved and tastes great with ice cream or a little slice of … Continue reading →

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Favorite Fall Sips

Posted on 10/19/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

We know fall is supposed to have a certain bite in the air, but around here many folks don’t turn off their air conditioners until well into October. So our list of fall favorites includes hot and cold drinks, because … Continue reading →

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Savory Fall Favorites

Posted on 10/16/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Who says fall meals have to be drab and colorless? Here are some of our favorite ways to make the most of autumn’s best ingredients. Squash with Wild Rice, Pears, and Almonds Duck with Cranberry Orange Sauce Toasted Pumpkin Seeds … Continue reading →

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Sweet Fall Favorites

Posted on 10/14/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

It’s still pretty warm in these parts, but we’re craving the flavors of fall. Here are some of our favorite sweet recipes to serve in autumn: Cranberry Apple Pie with a Crumb Topping Cinnamon Pear Coffee Cake Cranberry and Pomegranate … Continue reading →

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