Tag Archives: salsa

Corn Salad with Feta and Candied Bacon

Posted on 08/19/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Here is another use for candied bacon. Serve this on top of a bed of greens, or on top of a pile of stewed black beans on top of a bed of greens on top of tortilla chips. Or use … Continue reading →

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Grilled Watermelon Salsa

Posted on 07/29/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is one way to use up leftover grilled watermelon. Wait, people grill watermelon? Grilled Watermelon Salsa 2 cups grilled watermelon diced small 1 green bell pepper diced small 1 small red onion diced fine 1 large tomato diced small … Continue reading →

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Sunday Suppers: Cinco De Mayo Preparation

Posted on 04/28/2013 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a week ahead of time so everyone can plan ahead. Of course nothing says you can’t make a few of these earlier in the week. Instead of a full menu, we’re going al a carte this week. Mix … Continue reading →

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First Tomatoes

Posted on 06/11/2012 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Here is the first tomato, jalapeno, and cayenne pepper harvest. Not that I’m bragging or anything. Maybe I am a little. Guess what I made with them all.

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Carne Asada and a Cinco de Mayo Roundup

Posted on 05/02/2012 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

A very important holiday is coming up: Cinco de Mayo. Like most holidays we celebrate in America, it has historical significance. But it’s used mostly as an excuse to eat and drink. (See Thanksgiving, St. Patrick’s Day and my birthday.) … 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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Pico de Gallo

Posted on 07/18/2011 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Talk about a quick, simple, perfect appetizer or snack. All you need are really ripe tomatoes and jalapenos. You can add anything you want to jazz it up, but here is the basic starting point. Roast corn and red bell … Continue reading →

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Grilled Pineapple Salsa

Posted on 06/27/2011 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a simple salsa that develops a more complex flavor with the grilling of the pineapple. Make sure to leave the rind on while grilling so the pineapple does not fall apart. A fresh jalapeno can be added if … Continue reading →

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Cinco de Mayo roundup

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

Even if it wasn’t Cinco de Mayo, tacos are always a good idea. Of course nothing goes better with a taco than refried beans, homemade salsa and a margarita. Don’t forget the guac! I marinated the flank steak in the … Continue reading →

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