INGREDIENTS: 3 lbs. peaches, chopped 2 large mangoes, chopped 1 large green sweet pepper, chopped 2 large onions, chopped 2 large jalapenos seeded, chopped 4 large garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 cup fresh ginger, peeled and chopped finely 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 3 1/2 cups brown sugar 2 1/2 cups cider vinegar 1/2 cup golden...Read More
These peach-filled muffins are my favorite muffins to serve for summer brunches. It’s a large batch recipe — and these muffins freeze beautifully. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups finely chopped fresh peaches 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 cup butter, at room temperature 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups milk 4 cups all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 1...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 6 cups loquats, pitted and skinned 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed 7 cups sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons butter 1 package Sure Jell pectin METHOD: Sterilize jars and lids. (If you have a newer dishwasher, you can run them through the dishwasher. Do not remove them until you are ready to fill them.) Bring...Read More
Turn fresh rosemary, cucumbers and lemons into a refreshing cooler to stay hydrated on a hot day. INGREDIENTS: 3 large cucumbers 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, plus 4 sprigs for garnish 1 cup water ½ cup lemon juice 3 tablespoons agave syrup* Ice METHOD: Cut 12 thin slices of cucumber for garnish and set aside....Read More
With a bottle of chilled chardonnay, crusty warm bread, and mixed greens with a lemony dressing – this poached salmon makes an easy, cool summer luncheon or dinner for a small party. INGREDIENTS: 3 cups dry, flavorful white wine (Chardonnay is perfect) 3 cups water 1 lemon, sliced 1 tablespoon black peppercorns 10 juniper berries,...Read More
Here’s an intriguing fusion-style salad dressing — a little tropical, Caribbean, Asian magic here. This tangy-sweet dressing is particularly good drizzled over a mixed green and veggie salad topped with a piece of grilled salmon or chicken. This dressing is also great for pasta salads. INGREDIENTS: 3/4 cup canola oil 3/4 cup pineapple juice 1/4...Read More
This cool and creamy salad dressing is great on mixed summer salad greens or drizzled on chilled, poached salmon. Don’t shrink away from a few drops of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne – a little heat adds a nice zesty note. INGREDIENTS: 12 ounces thinly sliced cucumbers, peeled and seeded before slicing 1/4...Read More
If you like Ranch dressing, you’ll love this dressing. Use it for a summer salad of greens, roasted corn, black beans, red onions and grilled chicken. Or, use it as a dip with fresh veggies. INGREDIENTS: 3/4 cup mayonnaise 3/4 cup Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lime juice 2 tablespoon olive oil 1/3 cup buttermilk...Read More
Who can resist summer-by-the-seaside fried calamari? Squid is at the height of its season in midsummer in the Monterey Bay — and a favorite amongst the locals! INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. fresh squid, cleaned and cut into 1/2 inch rings* 2 tablespoons cornstarch 4 tablespoons flour or semolina 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning 2 cups peanut...Read More
