Autumn Pear Pudding Cake

4 medium pears or apples — peeled,cored,sliced1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 cup butter — softened1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon ginger1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg1 cup flour1/2 cup […]

Wild Rice and Cheddar Chowder

1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 pound bacon — chopped 1 onion — diced 2 cloves garlic — minced 2 cups chopped mushrooms 6 cups chicken broth 1 teaspoon freshly chopped […]

Corn Muffins

1 cup flour1 cup cornmeal (yellow, white or blue)2 to 4 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup milk2 eggs1/4 cup vegetable oil Preheat oven to 425ºF. Grease a […]

Thai Style BBQ Beef

3 pounds beef ribs1 teaspoon vegetable oil1/2 cup green onion — chopped4 cloves garlic — minced1/2 cup ketchup, low sodium1/2 cup cider vinegar1/3 cup dark molasses1/4 cup peanut butter1/4 cup […]

Basil Pesto

recipe by Ina Garten 1/4 cup walnuts1/4 cup pignolis (pine nuts)3 tablespoons chopped garlic (9 cloves)5 cups fresh basil leaves, packed1 teaspoon kosher salt1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 1/2 […]