Apples
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Curried Cauliflower and Fuji Apple Soup - 26 Aug 2008
You may think cauliflower doesn't have enough flavor to work with Madras curry powder. Just try this velvety, subtly spiced recipe from Barry Koslow, chef of The Mendocino Bar & Grille for a very elegant soup. read more...
Greenage tart - 2 Jun 2008
Greengages are little green plums. I found them recently at the Afghan Mini Market on Backlick Rd, Springfield and at Iransara, in the Peking Gourmet shopping strip, at 6039 Leesburg Pike. Buy ones that are soft only. But you can make this tart with any kind of plum - or with apricots or apples. It's quick, it's easy, it's mouthwatering. read more...
Farmers' markets - food for health and flavor - 11 May 2008
Spring is here and farmers' markets are about to blossom on the streets of the capital. We need to support local farmers. They're doing a tough job to bring us food that's healthy and full of flavor. If we want to see that kind of respect from regular supermarkets when they decide what to stock, they need to notice the sales they're missing when we shop for local produce. Then they might be more encouraged to shop locally, too... read more...
Roasted Peking Duck, Kohlrabi, Apples, and Chard - 29 Nov 2007
This makes an elegant fall and winter dish from Brendan Cox, chef of Circle Bistro. While the duck is roasting in the oven, you have plenty of time to tackle the vegetables and the rich sauce. read more...
Blue Duck Tavern Apple Pie - 19 Nov 2007
You can't have enough apple pie recipes. Here's a very different one with phenomenal, though challenging, pastry from Laurent Merdy, pastry chef of The Blue Duck Tavern. read more...
Apples - a Magnolia day... - 15 Nov 2007
While some supermarkets are becoming a little more adventurous in their selection of apples, there are many more interesting varieties than Goldens and Granny Smiths and out there. read more...
