‘Super Bowl’ Blue Cheese-Duck Chili-Trifle

‘Super Bowl’ Blue Cheese-Duck Chili-Trifle

This truly is a super bowl that is not only a sight to behold, but layered with flavors that will tantalize your tastebuds! My Duck Chili brings on a spicy heat only to be tamed by the creamy, bite of crumbled blue cheese which also happens to be the secret ingredient...
Persimmon-Ginger-Sweet n’ Sour Chicken & Broccoli

Persimmon-Ginger-Sweet n’ Sour Chicken & Broccoli

The star of this stir fry is my "Persimmon-Ginger-Sweet n' Sour Sauce" which you need to make first. Fuyu persimmons have a very short harvest season, lasting about a month in the fall. However, the sauce can be preserved to enjoy throughout the year in recipes such...
Persimmon-Ginger-Sweet n’ Sour Sauce

Persimmon-Ginger-Sweet n’ Sour Sauce

My Fuyu persimmon tree gave me such an abundant crop this year, I decided to create some new recipes featuring them. The Fuyu persimmon ripen in the fall and can be eaten like an apple, peel and all. I have substituted them in desserts calling for apples. However, I...
Rustic-Cauliflower-Polenta with Brussels Sprout-Apple-Slaw

Rustic-Cauliflower-Polenta with Brussels Sprout-Apple-Slaw

The bold flavor of Nicasio Valley San Geronimo, a Raclette cheese, brings the polenta to life and compliments the Marsala wine simmered cauliflower. This versatile recipe can be served on a board or in a bowl, serves a crowd and is a GrEaT way to enjoy your vegetables!