Notes on Applesauce

In the fall, don’t forget about making applesauce – the world’s simplest recipe. Wash your apples, quarter them and cut out the core. Toss them into a large saucepan – as many as you’d like. Add about a 1/4 cup of water, just to keep them from burning until they start to exude their juice. Now Read More…

Apples and Pork

I’ve always been a fan of the combination of apples and pork. Dates back from a childhood where my mom never served pork chops without a side dish of applesauce. You do know the easy way to peel fresh ginger, right? With a teaspoon? Just lightly scrape off the peel? Like I said, easy.

Apple-Blue Cheese Rings

Sadly, as is happening more and more these days, I don’t remember where this recipe came from originally – but it’s a great snack or pre-dinner bite. I love, love, love apples and blue cheese. The candied nuts are a bit more elegant than just using plain nuts, although that would be a quick and easy alternative.