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Blackberry Balsamic Compote
You know what's better than jam? A berry compote! I had this little spoonful leftover from when I...
Tarragon Aioli
Technically aioli has garlic in it, but I like using the term for homemade mayonnaise whatever the...
Pumpkin Seed Pesto
This pesto is made from pumpkin seeds, the green ones known as "pepitas" which come from hulless...
Deconstructed Waldorf Salad with Amy’s Blue Cheese Dressing
This recipe is all about the blue cheese shallot dressing, made with Point Reyes Original...
Cranberry Mostarda with Grissini for Cheese Board
A pretty addition to a cheese board or even the Thanksgiving table, mostarda is an Italian...
Cream Cheese and Lox
Brunch is one of my favorite ways to get together with people. It's casual because of the timing...
Avocado Ranch
I made this dressing to go with Bison Taco Salad, and had some extra so the next day I tried it on...
Egg Salad
A text with a friend yesterday reminded me to post some of my "just stir it together" favorites,...
Hummus
Hummus is easy to make at home and great to have on hand for when you need a quick lunch or snack...
Chive and Caper Cream Cheese
This is an easy appetizer to keep in mind for Thanksgiving and holiday get togethers. Add smoked...
Roasted Delicata Squash Rings
Squash fries anyone? Delicious as an appetizer or as part of "sheet pan dinner" which is when I...
Black Pepper Ranch
Black pepper and buttermilk make a great dip, drizzle, or dressing—think of it as ranch dressing...
Pesto
Our growing season is short here in Montana, but a lot seems to happen in mid-summer. I returned...
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
There's really not much to making your own baked sweet potato fries: scrub a couple sweet...
Tomatillo Salsa/Green Cocktail Sauce
Call it salsa because it's fresh with some Scoville heat, or call it green cocktail sauce because...
Miso Butter with Chives
I didn't think butter could be improved upon, but by adding white miso and rice vinegar you get a...
Garden Ranch Dressing
A fresh green salad with ranch dressing is a great partner for anything off the grill, as well as...
Miso Tahini Sauce
Think peanut sauce without the peanuts, and way more probiotics. Use it on cabbage slaw and serve...
Naturally Fermented Cabbage, Small Batch
If you love the tang of vinaigrette-dressed greens, fresh squeezed lemonade, or a sip of kombucha,...
Muhammara (Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Spread)
When you have the BBQ going, toss on a couple whole red peppers to roast; they blacken in a few...
Hummus with Thai Flavors
Quick and healthy lunches and snacks are at your fingertips when you have fresh hummus in your...
Soba Noodles with Peanut Sauce
Enjoy these peanut soba noodles on their own, topped with shredded chicken, or tossed with crunchy...
Caesar Salad Dressing
Lemony Caesar dressing is terrific on crisp, chilled romaine lettuce or as a dip for vegetables. I...
Peanut Sauce
Spicy peanut sauce? Sweet peanut sauce? Customize your personal blend by making it yourself—it...
Asparagus Terrine with Tarragon Mayonnaise
This might seem a fussy preparation for asparagus and eggs, but it is one of those magic French...