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Carolina Summer Chile Relleno
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Carolina Summer Chile Relleno

Tons of flavor complexity that all work together like a symphony. The smokey, earthy flavor of the charred poblanos. The richness and smokiness of NC smoked pulled pork, along with the tartness of the vinegar it brings. The sweet and tang of fresh peaches and blueberries. The warmth of the cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. The herbal earthiness of the oregano. The crunch and nuttiness of the pecans. All of that covered with a rich, nutty, goat-cheesy cream sauce with a hint of bourbon. Yeah, how can that not be good?

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August 1, 2021 No Comments
Peach and Tomato Salad on Whipped Basil Ricotta
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Peach and Tomato Salad on Whipped Basil Ricotta

Every ingredient in this salad pairs with every other ingredient, in any pair or any combination. Peach and ricotta, check. Tomato and basil, check. Peach and basil, check. Tomato and ricotta and balsamic, check. Peach, tomato, ricotta, basil and balsamic, all together, CHECK!

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July 20, 2021 No Comments
Peach Risotto Topped with Crispy Prosciutto
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Peach Risotto with Crispy Prosciutto

Peaches are obvious choices in sweet preparations, but I love to use them to bring their tangy sweetness to savory dishes. This recipe is a great example with peaches playing with a background of aromatics, side by side with basil and Parmesan, and topped with crumbled prosciutto “chips.”

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July 13, 2021 No Comments
Southern Tomato Pie as a Rustic Galette.
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Southern Tomato Galette

A mashup of Southeastern U.S. and French traditions. A tomato pie in the form of a galette. Tomato pies are an homage to summer and the bounty of garden and farmers’ market tomatoes that summer brings. This recipe takes an investment of love to pull off, which will be fully appreciated by family and friends.

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July 6, 2021 No Comments
Zucchini, zephyr, yellow, golden zucchini and patty pan summer squash with market onions
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Caramelized Summer Squash and Onions

Onions aren’t the only thing you can caramelize. And some things are better caramelized along with onions. This recipe takes the Southern classic dish of summer squash and onions, but reduces it all to a spreadable flavor bomb.

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June 22, 2021 No Comments
Root to Leaf Beets and Greens Savory Galette.
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Beets and Greens Savory Galette

This savory pie for dinner utilizes the roots, stems and greens of the beet plant, root to leaf. The flavors of roasted beets and sautéed greens are complemented by béchamel spiked with fresh goat cheese.

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June 20, 2021 No Comments
Beet, Fennel and Mint Salad with Orange Vinaigrette
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Beet, Fennel and Mint Salad

Roasted beets, shaved raw fennel and julienned fresh mint work so well with each other. Tie them all together with an orange vinaigrette and you have a wonderful salad.

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May 28, 2021 No Comments

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