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A Pear Cocktail, Two Ways

February 11, 2015
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Cocktail Hour

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Pears have always been one of my absolute favorite fruits.  And with over 3,000 known varieties grown around the world and just as many distinct flavors, pears were just begging for me to transform them into a cocktail or two.

My Pear Blossom Fizz combines rich pear, elderflower blossom liqueur, bubbles (of course), and is topped off with an unexpected dash of cinnamon to highlight the natural warmth of pear, while my Spiced Pear Margarita is all about the juxtaposition of the jalepeno’s heat, the tartness of the lime, and the natural sweetness of agave.

So regardless if you like your libation a little on the sweet side or a with a bit more of a kick, pear should be your next go-to cocktailing ingredient.  Cheers!  Truly, MKR 

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Pear Blossom Fizz
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Ingredients
  1. 1 oz. fresh pear juice, chilled
  2. 1/2 oz. St. Germain elderflower liqueur, chilled
  3. 2 oz. Champagne or Prosecco, chilled
  4. Dash of nutmeg or cinnamon (optional)
  5. Pear slices for garnish
Instructions
  1. Add fresh pair juice and elderflower liqueur to a champagne flute or glass.
  2. Top with champagne and garnish with a slice of pear, sprinkle with a small dash of cinnamon or nutmeg (optional).
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Spiced Pear Margarita
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  1. 1 oz. silver tequila
  2. 1 oz. fresh pear juice
  3. 1/2 oz. agave nectar
  4. 1/2 oz. fresh lime juice
  5. 1-2 slices of fresh jalapeño
  6. Ice
Instructions
  1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle 1-2 slices of jalapeño down to a fine, fine pulp/juice.
  2. Add tequila, fresh pear juice, fresh lime juice, and ice. Shake, shake, shake.
  3. Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with agave nectar to taste.
  4. Salt the rim of the glass by dipping it in agave nectar and then kosher salt, (optional).
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Roasted Corn Skillet Queso Fundido

January 28, 2015
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Appetizers & Sides

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If I had to choose only one “type” of food to eat for the rest of my life it would probably be Mexican.  Anything Mexican; tacos, guacamole, nachos, salsa, enchiladas, burritos, and of course queso fundido.  And while I’ve had queso at least a dozen different ways, this roasted corn skillet queso fundido is hands down my favorite.  Guaranteed to be completely different than any queso you’ve tasted, this skillet queso cooks poblano peppers, red onion, garlic, Monterey jack cheese, and roasted corn low and slow, then is topped with cilantro, radish, green onions, and jalepenos for a taste and texture that is simply beyond.  Combine it with my homemade tortilla chips and I promise you’ll never think of queso the same way again.  Truly, MKR 

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Roasted Corn Skillet Queso Fundido
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Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
35 min
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
35 min
Ingredients
  1. 1 pound (bag) frozen roasted corn kernels, thawed
  2. 1 tablespoon un salted butter or olive oil
  3. 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
  4. 1 poblano chile—stemmed, seeded and finely diced
  5. 1 small red onion, finely diced
  6. 1 small jalepeno, finely diced (optional)
  7. 12 oz. Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  8. Kosher salt
  9. Finely chopped cilantro, green onions, radish matchsticks and thinly sliced jalapeños, for garnish
  10. Corn tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
  1. In a blender, puree half of the corn with 1/2-3/4 cup of water until smooth.
  2. In a cast-iron skillet on medium high heat, heat the butter or olive oil on.
  3. Add the garlic, poblano, onion, and pinch of salt, cook over moderate heat, stirring, until softened and barely browned, about 5-8 minutes.
  4. Add the remaining corn and cook about 2 minutes.
  5. Add corn puree and cook, stirring, until bubbling, about 2 minutes.
  6. Add the cheese and cook over low heat, stirring, until melted.
  7. Season with additional salt and garnish with cilantro, green onions, radish and jalapeño. Serve hot, with tortilla chips.
Notes
  1. *if you can't find roasted corn use sweet corn*
Adapted from Food & Wine Magazine
Adapted from Food & Wine Magazine
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3 Easy No Cook Citrus Recipes

January 19, 2015
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Food

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Crisp, refreshing, and always vibrant, citrus is one of the healthiest and easiest foods to cook with.  Especially this time of year as it brightens up those last grey, winter days and provides a much needed preview of the first signs of spring.  So whether it be for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner I promise these quick, easy no-cook citrus recipes will quickly become some of your new favorites.  Truly, MKR

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Citrus & Pomegranate Salad
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Total Time
15 min
Total Time
15 min
Ingredients
  1. 4 Mandarin Oranges
  2. 2 Oranges
  3. 2 Grapefruit
  4. 2 Blood Oranges
  5. 1/4 cup pomegranate seed
Instructions
  1. Slice citrus and lay each slice on cutting board.
  2. Cut edges off each slice with a sharp knife. To get the sharpest cuts slice edges in a slanted, diagonal direction.
  3. Lay and stack fruit on a serving platter, sprinkle with pomegranate seeds.
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Blood Orange & Strawberry Juice
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Total Time
15 min
Total Time
15 min
Ingredients
  1. 4-6 oranges
  2. 1 pint strawberries
Instructions
  1. Juice fruit and mix to combine.
  2. Serve slightly chilled.
Notes
  1. *To take it to a bubbly place simply top with your favorite champagne or porsecco.
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Mandarin Citrus Dressing
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Total Time
5 min
Total Time
5 min
Ingredients
  1. 4 tbsp olive oil
  2. 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  3. 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  4. 1/4 cup mandarin orange juice
  5. 1/2 tsp salt
  6. 1/2 tsp pepper
  7. 1 pinch of sugar
  8. 1 pinch of cayenne (optional)
Instructions
  1. Combine all ingredients together in a bowl and whisk to combine.
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