I first read about Confituras’ Salty Caramel Pear Butter in one of my favorite Austin food blogs, Local Savour. I knew right away that I wanted to use it to make Christmas cookies, and last Wednesday I bought a jar
Tag: Cinnamon
This kugel is my answer to that icky-sticky sweet potato casserole that is so popular in some Thanksgiving circles. I prefer this dish mainly because it does not have marshmallow cream along the top. However, there are other advantages: this
This weekend was one of the few times my “real” job intersected with my food blog. I had the distinct pleasure of making a few dishes for a Thanksgiving potluck hosted by one of my colleagues. He hosted the party
Persimmons and apples are a natural duet; the spicy sweetness of the persimmon is complemented by the apple’s tart flavor, and the flesh of both fruits are similar enough that they cook at the same speed. I originally conceptualized this
Making a Thanksgiving with all local produce is a noble goal, but I was pretty bummed when I discovered there are no organic pumpkin growers in Central Texas. Yes, there are occasional rumbo squash and ornamental pumpkins at the farmer’s