This one shreds my man card, but it works damnit. We start with salt smoked cured bacon from A to Z Butcher. Then the pumpkin spices: cinnamon, allspice, and clove bring the fall flavor. I added maple syrup to bring some sweetness to the smoky salty party. I added just a touch of black pepper,…
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Vegan Calamari
My niece Alex is vegan and is an amazing woman. My brother, her father, is expanding his cooking to accommodate her appetite. Here is my humble effort to help him out. (He is not the most creative sort.) I found these at the Warrenton Farmers Market at th Waterford Run Forge and Farm booth. This…
Pumpkin Spice Blondies
I am not a huge fan of pumpkin spice everything; it should be used properly and when the flavor will enhance the recipe. I know the boos and hisses are coming, but I don’t care. In this recipe, the spices enhance the butter and brown sugar making it all blend. Normally people would use pumpkin…
Donut French Toast
I feel empty calories are always the most fun. Who doesn’t love donuts, apples, and French toast.? All in one! This is like a fall trip to the cider mill while still in your pajamas. (Get that image out of your head.) I used a sour cream donut as the base, added some custard (milk…
Baked New Orleans Pierogi
This was for a pot luck, and I had to make 3 dozen pierogi all at the same time. Baking was the only reasonable solution. How to impart a unique flavor: creole seasoning and butter with a whole lot of caramelized onions. I also did some special chipotle sour cream to really amp up the…
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