I had never tried a persimmon before my neighbor brought some over for me right from the tree in his... Continue Reading
Autumn
Fall you either love it or dread it. For some, it means cooler weather and a reprieve from summer’s oppressive heat. A time to break out our bulky sweaters and boots, the promise of football season, tailgating, pumpkin spice, and hearty stews. For others, September signifies the end of many outdoor activities as the sun sets earlier and the cool night air arrives before dinner. The grills get covered while the beach chairs and picnic baskets get put up till next year.
Fall is a time of harvesting and preparing for a long cold season in most of the Eastern United States. In North Carolina we find ourselves gleaning the sweet potato fields and finding a way to use up the last of our summer garden vegetables by freezing, canning and preserving them for the winter months ahead.
Fall flavors are often associated with pumpkins and other members of the squash family which are abundant in Fall. For that reason, we commonly find spices that enhance these types of foods in popular dishes and coffee. These spices include cinnamon, allspice, clove, and nutmeg.
You had me at bacon, however, add in fall apple cider and bourbon and I want to scream, Yes, Please!... Continue Reading
These gooey sticky buns are perfect for a rainy weekend morning, Enjoy their sweet-savory goodness while sipping on a hot cup of coffee and catching up on the latest news. There is only one warning, if you post on social media, you may hear the doorbell ringing. Your friends may... Continue Reading
Pumpkin Spice you make my day I try to use you in every way Starting with my coffee pot I... Continue Reading
Autumn, time to leave the flip flops and shorts behind to slip into a cozy sweater, pair of soft blue... Continue Reading
Ingredients 3 Peaches (ripe but not soft) 1 Cup of Apple Cider Vinegar 1/3 of a Cup of Mirin or Rice Wine Vinegar 1/2 Cup of Sugar 1/4 Cup of Maple Syrup 1 Teaspoon of Cinnamon 1/4 Teaspoon of Nutmeg 1 Star Anise 1 Small Chunk of Fresh Ginger (approximate... Continue Reading
Ingredients 1 Large Butternut Squash 2 Cups of Chicken Stock 5 Mild Italian Sausages 8 oz. of Ricotta Cheese 1... Continue Reading
Ingredients 4 Firm Crisp Apples (washed and dried well) 4 Sticks for Holding the Apples 4 Cupcake Wrappers 1 16... Continue Reading
Ingredients For the Pies 1 Tablespoon of Ginger 3/4 Tablespoon of Clove 2 Tablespoons of Cinnamon 1 Teaspoon of Salt 1 Teaspoon of Baking Soda 1 Teaspoon of Baking Powder 1 Teaspoon of Vanilla Extract 1 Cup of Vegetable Oil 3 Cups of Canned Pumpkin 3 Cups of Flour 2... Continue Reading
Ingredients We love red pepper jelly served with hard Italian cheese such as Parmigiano Reggiano. In the south, it is... Continue Reading
Ingredients 2 Lbs. Carrots (peeled and cut) 1 Potato (peeled and cut) 4 Stalks of Celery (cut) 1 Large Onion (cut)... Continue Reading
Ingredients Root vegetables are healthy and delicious. I have found that if I offer them in a variety most people enjoy them better. They are also more apt to try a vegetable that they would normally pass up. The bonus is how pretty they look on the plate. I was... Continue Reading