I love comparisons. Putting one item side by side with another item helps you understand more about what makes each thing you unique. I also love comparisons because people seem to be attracted to my articles where I compare one thing to another (Cuties to Halos, point to flat cut brisket, black to white sesame…
Meyer Lemons
When Is Meyer Lemon Season
For most of my life, a lemon was just a lemon. A yellow tart fruit that sort of resembles a football. Everything changed when life gave me Meyer lemons. I discovered that not all lemons are equal, not even close. As far as I am concerned the Meyer lemon reigns supreme over all others. I…
Meyer Lemon Fudge
They say when life gives you lemons make lemonade. Very wise counsel. But I say when Frieda’s Specialty Produce gives you Meyer Lemons make fudge. I know that’s a little different but hey fudge is delicious, and who says it has to be chocolate. Plus it is Christmas time so fudge seemed very appropriate. I researched…
Roasting Pork Tenderloin (Ginger-Lemon-Rosemary-Honey) for Christmas
There is nothing like a good roast for Christmas. It’s the perfect time of year to heat the house up with delicious smelling food. Problem is some roasts aren’t cheap. As much as I would love to always cook a standing rib roast, I can’t break the bank for one meal. If you find yourself…
Make Your Own Lozenges (Cough Drops)
In the winter time I find trouble breathing especially in the dry morning air. It also helps me to have something to suck on. But instead of buying cough drops this winter, I decided to make some of my own, in a sort. I have made candies before and that’s pretty much what this is….
Meyer Lemon Curd Mini Pies
Lemon curd is custard gold. It is so good and there is so much to do with it. I thought it might be good in a pie. But instead of making one traditionally sized pie, I decided to make 8 mini versions. That way everyone could have their own whole pie (or two) to themselves…
Alton Brown’s Lemon Curd (with Meyer Lemons)
A lot of people like to associate lemons with summertime. A nice, cold glass of lemonade is the official drink of the summer. Yet when I think of lemons, I think winter. It is in the winter when lemons are in season. And it’s the only time of year when you can find my favorite…
California Orange/Citrus Crop Report 2011-2012
I loved citrus – oranges, mandarins, lemons, limes. All have their place in my kitchen. They represent a group of the most versatile fruit out there. The only downside for me is that they prefer a bit warmer climate than the one I experience in the Great Lakes state. So I have to turn to…
Meyer Lemon Anise Cookies – Martha Stewart Inspired
Christmas time is a good excuse to make boatload of cookies. A homemade Christmas cookie is always welcomed as a present. I always have my eyes peeled for the next great cookie recipe. I have already made some cookies with chocolate and peppermint this year, so I was looking for a different flavor. I decided…