This caramel
corn is simple and simply delicious. Dark corn syrup and vanilla make
most traditional; using maple syrup and flavoring is a nice variation.
Adding just peanuts makes it “Cracker Ja
I used traditional dried corn husks for the Hope School Benefit, but
since then have discovered that fresh corn leaves and husks are even
better – and easier.
24 fresh corn leaves
1 lb. fresh tomatillos, husked and washed
1 poblano chile
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1 medium white onion, coarsely chopped
1 handful EACH flat-leafed parsley and cilantro, or use all cil
Many macaroni salads are bland and boring. Not this one, which gets
its kick from the jalapeno mayonnaise. Don’t hesitate to make this if
you don’t like spicy heat. Just use mild or medium
2 T. minced pickled jalapeños and 1 T. of the pickling liquid
1 large free-range organic egg
1/4 c. chopped scallions
1 T. sugar
1 tsp. kosher or sea salt
1 1/2 c. vegetable
This is a family favorite, something all three of my grown children
still make now that they’re on their own. It’s good when still warm,
but equally good at room temperature, making it per
This one is best served warm, but the sauce is just a matter of
assembling the ingredients and cooking them while the pasta drains. You
can vary this recipe by using other types of canned beans for th
3 Thai bird chiles OR one Serrano or Jalapeño chile, or more or less to taste
1 tsp. minced garlic
3 T. light brown sugar
2 T. lime juice
4 T. fish sauce (see note below)
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Shrimp and corn soup is as commonly found as gumbo on Cajun
restaurant menus. Most – in fact, all – recipes I’ve seen for this
classic use canned creamed corn, and usually canned cor