Tag Archives: zucchini

Zucchini with Tomatoes and Mint

Posted on 08/17/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a quick side dish that tastes great and uses up some of the copious amounts of mint and zucchini around the house. Zucchini with Tomato Mint Sauce 1 large zucchini sliced in half and cut into 1/3″ wedges … Continue reading →

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Summer Eats

Posted on 06/19/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Summer may come at the same time each year, but summer weather down here almost always arrives by mid Spring. Here are some of our favorite summer eats — heavy on the tomatoes, corn, zucchini and peppers. Roasted Tomato Pasta … Continue reading →

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Out with the Arugula

Posted on 06/01/2012 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

I decided to try dill to see how well it will do in the South. I have a feeling it won’t do too well, but hey I found the clay pot and needed something to do with it. I did … 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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Sauteed Zucchini with a twist

Posted on 09/14/2011 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

One of our favorite restaurants in town serves mixed vegetables with many of its entrees that are simply far more delicious than the run-of-the-mill mixed vegetables. There was a flavor we couldn’t quite place, so finally Katherine asked the waiter. … Continue reading →

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Zucchini fritters

Posted on 08/24/2011 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

If you have an overabundance of zucchini on hand here’s a great way to use it. Aside from marinara you could try the spicy mayo or sun-dried tomato dip over at Savoring Every Bite. Zucchini Fritters 5 cups shredded zucchini … Continue reading →

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Grilled Eggplant and Zucchini Stacks

Posted on 08/06/2011 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a great side with burgers or steak. Change the spice in the marinade to your taste. I like Tapatio. Grilled  Eggplant and Zucchini Stacks Marinade 1/3 cup olive oil 1/4 cup dry white wine 1 tbsp cider vinegar … Continue reading →

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Grilled Zucchini with Goat Cheese

Posted on 06/24/2011 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This only works with a really soft cheese, which is why I like to use goat cheese. The cream cheese like consistency works into the slices really well and the flavor pairs very well with the sweetness of the zucchini. … Continue reading →

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Stuffed Peppers #2

Posted on 05/09/2011 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Depending on which way the wind blows I either like rice mixed into stuffed peppers or I don’t. On the days the wind blows north-northwest, I make this version. When it blows southerly then this one. When making these either … Continue reading →

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Grilled Zucchini

Posted on 01/20/2011 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

One of the few advantages to living in the south is that I can grill year round. Of course if I lived on the North Pole I would still grill out, but the logistics are a lot easier when the … Continue reading →

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