Category: Recipes

Freezing Blackberries
I said that the last post was my last blackberry jam post. It was not my last blackberry post. I still had a few more quarts to go. I was tired of making jam so I decided to freeze the rest for pies and cobblers and making them much later. (I was becoming a bit tired…

Blackberry-Lime Jam
I gave some blackberry jam to a friend and colleague for her birthday last year. She told me her husband paid this jam his best complement. “This is some damn fine jam.” I blushed. I have not posted the cooked version before but have blogged about the freezer jam version. Now I am…

Blackberry-Port Jam
Local blackberries are ready for the picking.

Creamsicle Strawberry Pops
First of all, I hope that everyone had a joyous holiday and everyone still has all their fingers and toes. In other words, I hope your holiday was safe and without any fire work mishaps. 🙂 I missed strawberry season this year. It came and went. I know there is nothing local about…

Dilly Potato Salad
Need another side for the Fourth? Here ya’ go.

Oregano-Tomato Butter
Getting ready for the Fourth? Top your grilled corn on the cob with this great butter (or put it on burgers, steaks, BLTs…)

Yogurt-Brown Sugar Panna Cotta with Balsamic Fruit
A review of a truly “local” restaurant and a dish inspired by that meal. Keep reading for two (almost three) recipes: yogurt-brown sugar panna cotta, “100-year-old” Balsamic, and putting it all together.

Dreaming of sushi (or not so much)
This month’s Food ‘n Flix film has me rethinking a foodie phobia.

Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Bean Dip
I great dip, spread, or wrap filling. Delicious!!

The Muddler
A recipe for a refreshing cherry cocktail and mocktail.