Category Archives: Condiments

Moroccan Preserved Meyer Lemons

Every year around this time, I begin to hoard Meyer lemons.  Unless you’re lucky enough to have a backyard citrus tree, Meyer lemons start appearing in stores in January.  You’ll continue to see them in February, and maybe even early … Continue reading

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Slow Cooker Mulling Spiced Applesauce

Every Sunday, I get out of bed earlier than the mister (teacher schedules are hard to break, even on the weekend!) and pad across the hallway, in my slippers, into the kitchen.  I delight in these morning hours, using the … Continue reading

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Roasted Tomatillo-Chile Negro Salsa for Canning

Every morning, I step into my flowered gardening boots, and take 23 steps to water 14 tomato plants growing along the back fence.  Luca follows me, alternately stretching and shaking out her bedraggled doggy bed-head, collar ringing and ears flapping. … Continue reading

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Lemon-Garlic Infused Olive Tapenade with Rosemary Baguette Chips

It began with a baguette.  Like all good plans gone awry, this baguette started out with the greatest of expectations.  As it left the market in its crinkly paper bag, it had high hopes for sopping up that last bit … Continue reading

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Mango Avocado Salsa with Homemade Tortilla Chips

Today’s forcast:  Mostly typical with a chance of afternoon a-typicality.  I’m hoping for a pleasant mix of the usual and unusual.  I wouldn’t want to bore you with trite details about things I need to do, such as pay the … Continue reading

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