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Cranberry Apple Rhubarb Chutney

As we get closer to Thanksgiving, I usually find myself wanted to make a variation on the “cranberry sauce” theme, and this is the 5th variation of a “sauce”, “preserve” or”chutney” that I have made. It’s not really like “the stuff from the can” but is very fresh, very flavorful and is a great combo of cranberries, apples and rhubarb. Yes, rhubarb. It’s nearly impossible to find right now and definitely not “in season” but I had stashed some in my freezer, for occasions just like this. It’s got a little bit of a kick with hot pepper flakes and a little bit of warmth from just a smidge of clove. Quite nice, actually. Will keep in the fridge probably through Christmas.

4. November 2022

Dinner, Lunch, Pasta

Sprinkles & Curls: Slow-Cooked Cherry Tomatoes
with Garlic and Basil

The other day, we had Peas & Pearls! Now we have Sprinkles & Curls. Ok, so it’s just a cute way of saying tiny cherry tomatoes marketed as “sprinkles” and curly spaghetti, but I think that it’s funny. And if you don’t have either, you can make this recipe with cherry tomatoes and regular spaghetti as well. A super quick mostly hands off meal but also super delicious. The tomatoes are just bursting with flavor!

9. August 2022

Appetizers/Starters, Dinner, Lunch, Salads, Sides

Kat’s Caesar Salad Dressing

It’s salad season — summer in New England! I love all sorts of salad and Caesar is no exception. The dressing is key — yes, anchovies and really good parm are key. This is only the recipe for the dressing, because I think most people can figure out romaine lettuce, croutons and in this case, grilled chicken. Yum!

16. July 2022

Appetizers/Starters, Dinner, Lunch

Sourdough Stromboli
Veggie Supreme and Meat Lovers

Stromboli aren’t something that I make very often, but I should make them more. Like calzone, they are pretty versatile and you can make them with a slew of fillings. They can be eaten warm or at room temperature and I personally think that they are a great alternative to a sandwich on a picnic. I made these with a sourdough (had to feed Alice!) but you can make it with a yeast pizza dough or even a store bought dough.

4. July 2022

Appetizers/Starters, Dinner, Lunch, Pasta, Salads, Sides

Crazy-Colors Pasta Salad

This pasta salad is my standard, as far as pasta salads go. It’s very simple to put together and is pretty customizable. While I always add red onion, bell pepper, corn, pickles and peas, other optional items include lives, salami, cheese (usually sharp cheddar) and cherry tomatoes. If you’re vegetarian, leave out the salami and ham. If you are cheese-adverse, leave out the cheddar. If you don’t like cheddar, swap it out for gouda or harvarti or monterey jack. The recipe also works really well with gluten free pasta, in case you want or need to go down that route. Great for summer picnics!

4. July 2022

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