condiments
RECIPE: Hazelnut Pesto
Unlike traditional pestos that are dominated by an herb flavor, usually basil, and lots of garlic, this one lets the hazelnut flavor reign with the surprise sweetness of orange instead of the expected lemon. It makes an unusual hors d’oeuvre or lunch served with lightly …
RECIPE: Keefer’s Turkey Brine
3 quarts water3 pints cider vinegar 2 cups brown sugar 1/4 cup kosher salt4 cinnamon sticks 4 whole cloves 4 whole allspice 4 juniper berries 1 small bunch thyme 2 fresh bay leaves 1 teaspoon crack black pepper Combine all ingredients, bring to a boil, …
RECIPE: Garam Masala
MAKES 1/2 Cup 2 tablespoons cumin seeds2 tablespoons coriander seeds 2 tablespoons cardamom seeds 2 tablespoons black peppercorns 1 (3-inch) stick cinnamon, broken up 1 teaspoon whole cloves 1 teaspoon grated nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground saffron (optional) Put cumin, coriander, cardamom, peppercorns, cinnamon and cloves …
RECIPE: Concord Grape Conserve
Concord grapes are only in season for a brief moment, so make this conserve whenever you see them in the market, then make the appetizer for any party you plan for the fall. MAKES 6 PINTS 8 cups (about 4 pounds) Concord grapes6 cups sugar …
SPICY FRESH PINEAPPLE SALSA
MAKES 11/2 CUPS 1 cup diced fresh pineapple 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh jalapeno chiles, including seeds (or more to taste)¼ cup chopped cilantro ¼ cup finely chopped red onion 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (or more to taste) 2 tab lespoons freshly squeezed …
PICO DE GALLO
MAKES 2 CUPS 1½ cups fresh, ripe tomatoes (about 2 medium), seeded and finely diced 1/3 cup chopped cilantro¼ cup finely chopped white onion 1 small fresh jalapeno or serrano chile, finely chopped, including seeds (more to taste) 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice (more …
Sweet Watermelon Rind Relish
MAKES 3 CUPS This recipe calls for watermelon rind with the thin outer dark green skin removed. The easiest way to do that is to use a paring knife to cut away the red flesh, then use a vegetable peeler to remove the skin. 1 …
SWEET AND CRUNCHY CREAM CHEESE SPREAD
MAKES 6 SERVINGS 1 cup small curd cottage cheese 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons honey ¼ cup walnuts, chopped ½ cup raisins In medium bowl, combine all ingredients using spoon or electric mixer; mix well. Cover and chill 4 hours or overnight. …
Tofu Mayonnaise
MAKES ABOUT 3/4 CUP This is a good cholesterol-free substitute for mayonnaise in salad dressings, dips and spreads. 1 or 2 garlic cloves1 (10-ounce/300-gram) pack age silken tofu, drained (1-percent tofu is ideal) 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons lemon juice or cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt2 to 3 tablespoons olive …