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Roasted Onion Dip

April 1, 2018 by The Runaway Spoon 1 Comment

Onion dip is a perennial favorite. From my high school days of powdered soup mix and sour cream or the convenience store tubs that found their way into the college dorm fridge, I have always had a soft spot for the creamy, savory classic – particularly with salty ridged chips. I’ve grown up though, and now I make my own fresh spin. I absolutely love a dip made with sweet and … [Read more...] about Roasted Onion Dip

Lady Peas and Lacy Cakes

July 9, 2017 by The Runaway Spoon 2 Comments

I have stated many times before, I love field peas and go on mad buying frenzies when they are in season at the farmers market. I put many of the peas up in the freezer, but my standard weekend summer supper is field peas, fresh corn and tomatoes. It’s easy to set a pot of peas simmering on the back of the stove while I get on with my obsessive summer canning. And it the end of … [Read more...] about Lady Peas and Lacy Cakes

Blueberry Buttermilk Bread Pudding with Lemon Caramel Sauce

July 2, 2017 by The Runaway Spoon Leave a Comment

I have to say, this recipe involves a lot of words I like. Juicy fresh summer blueberries, rich buttermilk and caramel. Bread pudding has always been a favorite of mine and this fresh summer version bursting with berries is a great way to make the most of the farmers market fruit. Buttermilk adds a nice tang to the luscious custard. Top the whole with a silky caramel sauce … [Read more...] about Blueberry Buttermilk Bread Pudding with Lemon Caramel Sauce

Sweet Potato Buttermilk Chess Pie

October 16, 2016 by The Runaway Spoon 2 Comments

I adore sweet potato pie, but I admit I was a latecomer to its joys. I think as a young person, I thought it was a trick to make me eat vegetables. I mean, who puts potatoes in pie? I always avoided the marshmallow topped casserole at Thanksgiving, because I just couldn’t imagine the sweet, sugary combo. I don’t remember when I discovered the pleasure of sweet potato pie, but I … [Read more...] about Sweet Potato Buttermilk Chess Pie

Cherry Tomato Cobbler with Blue Cheese Drop Biscuits

July 24, 2016 by The Runaway Spoon Leave a Comment

Recipe ideas rattle around in my head for years sometimes. This is one of those. I liked the idea of a cobbler made with juicy summer tomatoes with a biscuit-like topping. I tried a version with sliced tomatoes and it wasn’t what I wanted, so I left the idea behind. At some point, I realized cherry tomatoes would be a better bet.  So I looked around for recipes and ideas. … [Read more...] about Cherry Tomato Cobbler with Blue Cheese Drop Biscuits

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I'm P.C. I think I am like most people. Somewhere in the middle between food snob and food schlub. Just being in the kitchen makes me happy. I live, mostly in my kitchen, in my hometown of Memphis, Tennessee.

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