After scouring the local farmer's market to get some inspiration for this week's recipes, I came across a vendor selling what looked like very pale lemons. It turns out they were sweet limes also known as sweet lemon or sweet limetta! I had never tried one before so I decided to buy a few and experiment. WOW. These little gems are slightly sweet & mild, not like it's relatives the lime or lemon. Native to South East Asia grown in Egypt, Palestine and the Mediterranean I feel lucky to have found them here in Southern California! You can actually peel it and eat it as is. It's fragrant and super juicy so let the fun begin. Sweet Lemon Gin Splash 3...
As the seasons change so do our cocktails of choice. Â While Summer is a time for lighter fruit based cocktails, Fall is perfect for some bolder, deeper flavors. Â Bourbon is a spirit that can be a bit of an acquired taste, it can take some time to appreciate its complexities. Â With that in mind I wanted to kind of demystify bourbon, its not just a drink for cigar rooms, and speakeasies, it has a playful side too. I love my Kadota Fig Spread and am always looking for excuses to experiment with it. Bourbon and fig is a match made in heaven. Â Figs have a unique sweetness that perfectly compliments the smokiness of the bourbon. Even with the fig to...
Pumpkin Pancakes 1 cup flour 1 tbsp sugar 2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 & 1/4 cup milk 1/2 cup Just Jan's Homestyle Pumpkin Butter 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1 egg, separated  Combine flour, salt, sugar, baking powder in a medium mixing bowl Add milk and egg yolk (reserve egg white) Mix thoroughly to combine Add 1/2 cup of pumpkin butter and mix together. Then add nutmeg and cinnamon and mix again. Set aside. Using a electric mixer, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped egg whites into pancake batter, its ok if its lumpy. To cook the pancakes use a non stick pan over medium heat. When you see bubbles form around...
Even though Summer is over, Fall is still a great time of year for gatherings with friends and family. This is a great recipe from my friend Kelli Abrahamian. Made with Just Jan's Balsamic Onion and some creme fraiche this easy and delicious flat bread is sure to please. Try it out at your next party or family gathering. Recipe and photography by Kelli Abrahamian 3 Tbsp. Creme fraiche (store bought or see our easy recipe for homemade) 3 Tbsp. Just Jan's Balsamic Onion Savory Spread 4 slices good quality smoked bacon chopped and cooked Store bought Lavash flat bread (Trader Joe's has a good one or large flour tortilla) 1/2 c. grated Gruyere cheese freshly ground black pepper (optional shaved Brussels sprouts) Spread creme fraiche...
Even though Summer is over, Fall is still a great time of year for gatherings with friends and family. This is a great recipe from my friend Kelli Abrahamian. Made with Just Jan's Balsamic Onion and some creme fraiche this easy and delicious flat bread is sure to please. Try it out at your next party or family gathering. Recipe and photography by Kelli Abrahamian 3 Tbsp. Creme fraiche (store bought or see our easy recipe for homemade) 3 Tbsp. Just Jan's Balsamic Onion Savory Spread 4 slices good quality smoked bacon chopped and cooked Store bought Lavash flat bread (Trader Joe's has a good one or large flour tortilla) 1/2 c. grated Gruyere cheese freshly ground black pepper (optional shaved Brussels sprouts) Spread creme fraiche...