Adapted from a favorite (Eclipse Embers), I have upped the ante on this batch to a level X45. On September 1–2, 1859, the sun unleashed a massive Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) known as the Carrington Event. This solar storm slammed into Earth’s magnetosphere with an estimated intensity of X45—the most powerful solar flare ever recorded.... Continue Reading →
Mild Hot Sauce – PeachFork
This batch is one I have been most excited to make--PitchFork-- mild peppers grown from seed from Hatch New Mexico. But don't be deceived by its inviting peach start—the heat sits back and trails the apple cider vinegar before showing up.... just long enough to catch you off guard. With each additional bite, the warmth... Continue Reading →
Croissant Bread Pudding
Indulge in the epitome of dessert decadence with our Croissant Bread Pudding—a cherished creation inspired by Southern Living. This recipe masterfully transforms buttery, flaky croissants into a sumptuous dessert that marries the nostalgic warmth of traditional bread pudding with the opulence of croissants' texture. Each bite offers a heavenly experience that will leave your guests... Continue Reading →
Hot Peppers From Seeds
During our travels through New Mexico on an Alien Tour—from the Meteor Crater to Roswell, where even the most ordinary dishes come with a fiery kick—I found myself falling under the spell of Hatch chili peppers. It seemed fitting that our journey took us straight through Hatch, New Mexico, the undisputed mothership of peppers. The... Continue Reading →
Hot Sauce – Sweet Jesus!
This is one of my most wicked creations to date; an earthy concoction of peppers, spices and sweets–– like walking into the ocean on a calm day, floating on the surface under the spell of a sweet lullaby, but unseen and too far from shore a tidal wave of heat quickly overtakes you. The peppers... Continue Reading →
Freshly Made Pasta
Basil pasta INGREDIENTS: 3 piece KitchenAide Pasta attachment kit 2 cups Caputo Semola (Double Milled) flour 2 eggs 1 TSP sea salt 1 TSP Virgin Olive Oil 1 TSP Water You can make plain pasta or add in one of the following, finely chopped Basil, rosemary, lemon, lemon pepper, Serrano pepper EQUIPMENT: KitchenAid Mixer 3... Continue Reading →
Margarita Four, One
INGREDIENTS: Camarena Familia Tequila (Reposado) TBP Barcelo Dominican Rum (Gran Anejo) 1 lime 3.5 oz Sprite HOW THE MAGIC HAPPENS This is such a nice, simple, recipe requiring only four items (not counting the ice). Cut the ends off of the lime, which make for easy squeezing), then cut the lime in half. Squeeze each... Continue Reading →
Cerveza Caliente
INGREDIENTS Sol Beer (in bottles) Serrano or Cayannetta Peppers HOW THE MAGIC HAPPENS Sol with Cayennetta Pepper slices I love all things spicy and have tried several different beers with several different peppers until I have found, what I think, is a match made in heaven. I have tried lagers, Lite beers, Craft beers, IPAs,... Continue Reading →
Bolognese Sause
Prior to thickening INGREDIENTS: 3 TBSP Chopped bacon 3 TBSP butter Package of Prosciutto (chopped) 2 small or 1 large white onion (chopped) 2 celery stalks (chopped) 2 medium carrots (peeled, chopped) 1/2 lb chuck beef (chopped) 1/2 lb veal (chopped) 1/4 cup Brown Sugar 1/4 lb marinated and grilled pork loin, or lean pork,... Continue Reading →
Delicious Fruit Smoothie Recipe for Satisfying Breakfast
INGREDIENTS: 1 banana handful of strawberries handful of blueberries handful of fresh pineapple cubes 1 peach 1 large dollop of Plain Yogurt (Bellwether Farms A2 Organic-- 3g total sugar/serving) handful of ice cubes HOW THE MAGIC HAPPENS Add to blender and pulse until smooth Serve, enjoy, enough for two SERVE WITH: Perfect for satisfying your... Continue Reading →
