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Salisbury Steak

Posted on 01/29/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a classic recipe found at any late-night diner as a blue-plate special. It is also very tasty and simple to make. Salisbury Steak For patties 1 lb ground beef 2 tbsp garlic chopped fine 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce … Continue reading →

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Fried Eggs and Ham

Posted on 11/08/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Technically this is fried eggs and mortadella, but that just doesn’t have the same ring. To recreate this sandwich at home: Fry up a few slices of baloney, ham or mortadella, (about 30 seconds over medium heat should do it), … Continue reading →

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Pork Chops with Grapes

Posted on 07/31/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Fresh grapes are the key to this simple dish. Pork Chops with Grapes 4 pork chops 1″ thick 2 cups small grapes 2 tbsp garlic minced 1 cayenne pepper diced fine 6-8 leaves basil cut into thin ribbons 1/4 cup … 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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Mustard Molasses Pork Loin

Posted on 02/20/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Here is a simple marinade and glaze for roast pork. Mustard Molasses Pork Tenderloin 5-7 lb pork loin 2 tbsp dijon mustard 2 tbsp stone ground brown mustard 1 tbsp molasses 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary Mix everything into a … Continue reading →

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Polenta Bites with Pepper Jam and Ham

Posted on 02/13/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a simple appetizer or first course that can be made ahead and brought back to heat when ready to serve. Polenta Bites with Pepper Jam and Ham 1 batch polenta roughly 1/2 cup thinly sliced ham roughly 1/2 … Continue reading →

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Veal Cutlets in Milk

Posted on 02/06/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a very quick meal that pairs well with wilted greens and polenta. Veal Scallops with Milk 1/2 lb veal cutlets pounded out to 1/8″ thick Flour 1 cup semolina flour 1 egg mixed with 1/8 cup dry white … Continue reading →

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Butter Roasted Chicken with Seasonal Root Vegetables

Posted on 12/27/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

We keep our roasted chicken simple. It doesn’t take many ingredients for a bird to sing. This recipe makes the most of root vegetables and gives turnips a bit of sweetness. Feel free to add carrots, onions or your other … Continue reading →

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Twelve Days of Christmas: Espresso Bark

Posted on 12/15/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a great addition to any holiday dessert bar and it’s super easy to make. Feel free to swap out the topping with crushed peppermint, candied nuts or whatever else strikes your fancy. While this is simple to make, … Continue reading →

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Potato Kale and Breakfast Sausage Soup

Posted on 10/24/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Thio This is a light simple soup that has a ton of flavor thanks to the kale and breakfast sausage. I used a mild turkey sausage to make it healthier, but pork would work so well. Do not use a … Continue reading →

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