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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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Cheeseball with Pepper Jelly and Pecans

Posted on 12/14/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

All sorts of different cheeses can be included in a cheese ball. Some go to choices would be blue cheese, Swiss, cheddar, and more cheddar. Diced dried fruit or fresh fruit soaked in liquor is an excellent addition inside as … Continue reading →

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Meatballs with Sweet Plum Sauce

Posted on 10/14/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

These are a perfect addition to any sports event party, or any party, or as a personal snack. Nothing says these cannot be a main course as well. Veal Meatballs with Sweet Plum Sauce for meatballs 1 lb ground veal … Continue reading →

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Roast Pork with Apples

Posted on 09/10/2013 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Apples are starting to come back into season and this is a great way to cook a pork tenderloin for a large group. The fat really makes the carrots and apples taste wonderful. Roast Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Carrots … Continue reading →

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Grapefruit and Rosewater Margaritas for Ladies Night

Posted on 02/21/2013 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Donna over at The Slow Roasted Italian informed us last week that Feb. 22 is National Margarita Day. This posed a dilemma for us, albeit a happy one. We love us some margaritas and thought we might just have exhausted … Continue reading →

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Sunday Suppers: Lots of Game Day Apps

Posted on 02/03/2013 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

From what I have heard there is going to be some sort of sporting competition going on today and many people like to have parties. Here are a few ideas to get the ball rolling while watching the different athletes … Continue reading →

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Chicken Liver Rules

Posted on 05/15/2012 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This pate is basically adapted from the great Julia. It lasts for about a week and makes enough for a good sized dinner party. Serve on crackers or crusts of bread fried in olive oil. It’s also great on leftover … Continue reading →

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Fried Zucchini

Posted on 04/25/2012 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a great side for a fry party. What, people don’t gather together with a deep fryer and have a party while coming up with new ways to make everything unhealthy in your neighborhood? Well maybe it is time … Continue reading →

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Beer Tasting

Posted on 01/07/2011 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

During a recent visit with friends I did something that was a lot of fun. We had a beer tasting. I know most people think of wine as the alcohol to learn more about, but the world of beer is … Continue reading →

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