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appley EVER AFTER

Autumn has officially arrived and I love the idea of a warm, cozy sip that uses locally grown apples with bourbon and smoky mezcal. This one is delicious for a swanky cocktail party but also works just fine in a red solo cup next to a bonfire or on a hayride.

appley EVER AFTER
Metro-billy Sips
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blackberry and lemon VODKA TONIC

The dog days of summer require something cool, strong, and slightly sweet - this one is just the ticket. Quick and easy to whip up…but impressive as a pre-dinner cocktail or for just sippin’ on the back porch. Feel free to increase the amount of vodka depending on your day -

blackberry and lemon VODKA TONIC
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tomatoes and peaches with WHIPPED GOAT CHEESE

Something magical happens when goat cheese is paired with summer tomatoes and juicy ripe peaches. This super quick salad works well as a starter course, but also equally impresses as an appetizer when served with our firecrackers or buttery grilled toast. We especially love the bright green nuance of fresh basil and mint from the garden, even though added bits of zesty arugula or watercress would make this the summer salad to end all summer salads….

tomatoes and peaches with WHIPPED GOAT CHEESE
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summer tomato TOAST

Nothing on the planet is more delicious than fresh tomatoes steeped in olive oil, basil, and fresh garlic. Our SUMMER TOMATO TOAST is simple, but promises to be the belle of this year’s Fourth of July pool, lake, or river party. The tomatoes gain sweet complexity the longer they sit…so prep about an hour before guest arrival to ensure maximum flavor…and guest adoration.

summer tomato TOAST
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it's hard out here FOR A PIMM'S

Our simple version of this classic summertime cocktail includes muddled cucumber and Arkansas strawberries that elevate it to a whole new level. Barely sweet, heady, with bright red berries, lemon, and fresh mint that screams “SUMMER HAS ARRIVED!”

it's hard out here FOR A PIMM'S

#carolinasauce

Who's the Sauce? Carolina Versus Memphis

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Divorces filed; wars waged; families divided - all because of BBQ sauce.  I'll be rallying the troops of BOTH sides this Sunday, May 6th in the Coca-Cola Kitchen @ the Bentonville Film Festival from 11am to 3pm - refereeing, treading the line between Carolina's mustard, vinegar based sauce and the iconic smoky, sweet Memphis variety - please come vote - but don't start a fire, a riot, or food fight - just bite, sip a Coke, and pick your favorite diplomatically - thump thump!

Carolina BBQ Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cup prepared yellow mustard

  • 2/3 cup brown sugar

  • 5 tbsp ketchup

  • 3 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce

  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • 2 tsp white vinegar

  • 1 tsp Frank's Red Hot Sauce

  • 2 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Technique

Combine all ingredients and mix well. Use immediately or refrigerate several hours or overnight to allow flavors to blend better. 

 

VERSUS

 

Memphis BBQ Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/2 tablespoon onion powder

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon celery seed

  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1 cups ketchup

  • 1/4 cup mustard

  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

  • 1-1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil

Technique

  1. In a medium saucepan, stir together all the ingredients except the oil. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 25 minutes.

  2. Add 1 tablespoon canola oil and whisk until well blended

 

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