All posts by Jenn Knapp
Fried Green Tomato Caprese Salad
During the summer and early fall months, there is an abundance of green tomatoes just waiting to be used. Don’t waste those amazing green beauties. With a little breading and some imagination, a crispy golden fried green tomato can add an interesting twist to an ordinary dish. Ingredients: 4 eggs 4 large green tomatoes, 1/4 […]
Pepper jelly…it’s not just for crackers anymore
Pulled Pork Jalapeno Poppers
Blueberry Gorgonzola Corn Muffins
Blueberries and blue cheese in a corn muffin sound weird to you? I agree, so long as “weird” means “delicious”! This delightful combination of sweet and savory breaks the mold. Get it….mold??! Okay, enough puns. Get baking! Ingredients: 1 cup finely ground cornmeal 1 cup flour 1/4 cup sugar 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon […]
Spaghetti Fra Diavolo
The translation of “Fra Diavolo” is “brother devil”, and it refers to the heat in the sauce from the red pepper flakes. Despite it’s fancy name, this is actually quite a simple recipe. I have an affinity for a very simple yet flavorful sauce. Although the sauce is spicy, it is still light, which makes […]
Soba Noodles with Spicy Peanut Sauce
I love a spicy peanut sauce. There is something so perfectly balanced about the creamy peanut, sharp ginger, savory garlic and shallot, spicy chili, and fresh herbs. This dish can stand alone as a meal or can be paired with chicken or my personal favorite, dumplings. Don’t be intimidated by the number of ingredients. Most […]
Campanelle with Chanterelles (Pasta with Mushrooms)
This pasta dish is light and satisfying, and Chanterelle mushrooms are in peak season mid-late summer. The meatiness and flavor of the mushrooms are a perfect meat substitute for a delicious vegetarian dish. The lemon juice and white wine cut through the richness of the sauce and the result is a full-flavored dish with a […]
Summer Sangria
Fresh summer fruit, crisp white wine, and basil…how refreshing! This cocktail is delicious and summery. Sunshine in a glass. Use whatever fruit is in season. Fresh fruit is key. Cheers! Ingredients: 6 cups assorted fruit, such as peaches, plums, pineapple, mango, apples, melons 1 cup basil leaves torn 1/2 cup Cointreau 1 bottle white wine […]
Black Raspberry Basil Jam
Black raspberries are in peak season in mid to late summer. This simple and quick refrigerator jam is perfect for everything from glazing a pork tenderloin, stirred into a cocktail, served with cheeses, or simply smeared on bread (or right off of the spoon if you’re like me…). The basil adds a fresh summery twist […]