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Below are two cocktails using the soda syrups I developed earlier this week. The Strawberry Jalepeño Syrup goes well with the earthy flavor of white tequila while the richer flavor of the cherry syrup pairs well with bourbon. Both syrups are delicious in plain soda water or as a cocktail. Strawberry Jalepeño Tequila Cocktail Ingredients: Strawberry Jalepeño […]
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Tags: anise, bourbon, cherry, jalepeno, strawberry, tequila
cherry anise lime soda syrup
Here is another foray into fresh fruit sodas, inspired by a cherry lime rickey. The star anise adds depth to the cherries and the lime adds tartness. This syrup also makes a beautiful magenta color. Cherry Anise Lime Soda Syrup Ingredients: 2 cups black cherries, stemmed (but not pitted) 1/2 cup white sugar 1 cup […]
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strawberry jalepeño soda syrup
I have been thinking about making homemade soda syrups for a while, and I finally got the chance while on vacation in Portland this summer. Given the season, I decided to capitalize on the fresh fruit of the season. I wanted to balance the sweetness of the strawberry with a bit of spiciness of the jalepeño. […]
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Tags: lime, star anise, strawberries, summer
I have recently encountered several savory dishes featuring watermelon, which inspired this dish. The salad balances textures (the soft chewiness of israeli couscous, the crunchy bite of watermelon and the creamy feel of cheese) and flavors (the toastyness of the couscous, the sweetness of watermelon and the saltiness of the cheese), plus the fresh and spicy flavor of […]
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Tags: arugula, basil, ricotta salata, summer, watermelon
nearly vegan chocolate eclairs
In preparation for an Oscars Party hosted by a lactose-intolerant friend, I have developed a recipe for nearly vegan chocolate eclairs. The dough for these fairly fancy pastries is surprisingly easy to make. The dough contains eggs. The filling has a silken tofu base and the ganache is made with almond milk. Nearly Vegan Chocolate […]
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Tags: chocolate, eclair, ganache, silken tofu
I was inspired to develop this recipe to highlight the bright flavors of grapefruit. The salad utilizes other ingredients that are pantry items and are not necessarily in season during the winter. I shocked the onions to mellow their flavor, toasted the almonds to give the salad a warm crunchy element, and used curry powder […]
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Tags: almonds, grapefruit, green olives
earl grey soda syrup
Lately, I have been experimenting with making sodas at home with my bubbler. This syrup is infused with Earl Grey tea, and makes a great fountain drink as well as cocktail. Earl Grey Soda Syrup Ingredients: 2 cups water 2 fine quality Earl Grey tea bags 2 cups sugar Instructions: Bring water to a boil. […]
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Tags: cocktail, earl grey, meyer lemon, soda
vegan bourbon pumpkin milkshake
As the leaves fall from the trees, I start to think about apple cider and pumpkin pie. But, I wasn’t quite ready to give up summer. So, I developed this recipe for pumpkin milkshakes. The bourbon adds a grown-up complexity and the dates give the milkshake body. Vegan Bourbon Pumpkin Milkshake Ingredients: 1/2 15 ounce […]
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Tags: bourbon, cinnamon, coconut milk ice cream, ginger, medjool dates, pumpkin, vegan
vegan breakfast quinoa
Quinoa was one of those ingredients that I seemed to have a mental block around; I would eat it at potlucks and restaurants, and I would really enjoy it. But, somehow, I just never made it at home. Quinoa is actually a great ingredient to work with, and it is healthy, too! It is a […]
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Tags: agave, banana, quinoa, raspberry, walnuts
peach basil pie
As a thank you for some friends who helped us out in a pinch, I wanted to make a pie. Because of the season, I decided to make it a peach pie. I wanted to experiment with a peach basil pie because I know the combination goes well in salads and other savory dishes. It […]
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Tags: basil, peaches, pie, summer
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