“Secret” Meyer Lemon Scones for The Secret, Book & Scone Society

By Eliot, on November 12th, 2020%

The Secret, Book & Scone Society is the current Cook the Books read. Here’s my review of this quaint little mystery along with a “secret” scone recipe. (The secret may be in the glaze…you will see…) . . . → Read More: “Secret” Meyer Lemon Scones for The Secret, Book & Scone Society

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“In My Kitchen” February 2020

By Eliot, on February 5th, 2020%

I always feel like there’s really not a lot happening in my kitchen until I reflect back to write an “In My Kitchen” monthly post. Dig in here for some home grown citrus from Texas and some new jelly recipes. I also threw in a few cookbook reviews for good measure! Welcome February! . . . → Read More: “In My Kitchen” February 2020

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Kale-Quinoa Salad with Pistachios and Raisins and Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette

By Eliot, on September 22nd, 2019%

The Food Explorer: The True adventures of the Globe Trotting Botanist Who Transformed What America Eats is this round’s selection for Cook the Books Club. Here’s my salad inspired by food we may never have been able to experience without David Fairchild, the “food explorer” of the title. . . . → Read More: Kale-Quinoa Salad with Pistachios and Raisins and Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette

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Lemon Ice for The Garden Lady

By Eliot, on April 1st, 2019%

The TLC Tour stops on The Garden Lady by Susan Dworkin. I think Maxine, the heroine, would love this Lemon Ice recipe. . . . → Read More: Lemon Ice for The Garden Lady

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Meyer Lemon-Avocado Pie with Macadamia-Pine Nut Crust

By Eliot, on April 15th, 2018%

You may have heard of avocado-key lime pie. Here’s my take using Meyer lemons. . . . → Read More: Meyer Lemon-Avocado Pie with Macadamia-Pine Nut Crust

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Spirits of Christmas

By Eliot, on December 4th, 2016%

Along with a book review of Amaro: The Spirited World of Bittersweet, Herbal Liqueurs, I am including a recipe for homemade limoncello. Either would make a great Christmas gift. Both would send the recipient over the moon! . . . → Read More: Spirits of Christmas

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Meyer Lemon Chevre Cream Pie for #SixteenCheesecakes

By Eliot, on March 24th, 2016%

This pie is worthy of more than a graham cracker crust so try it with a ginger snap crust. This pie is also worthy of helping in an anniversary celebration #SixteenCheesecakes . . . → Read More: Meyer Lemon Chevre Cream Pie for #SixteenCheesecakes

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“Faux” Meyer Lemon Marmalade

By Eliot, on February 18th, 2016%

You won’t have to soak the citrus pieces overnight with this recipe. (But I also included links to a more traditional marmalade recipe.) . . . → Read More: “Faux” Meyer Lemon Marmalade

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Lemony Brown Sugar Syrup

By Eliot, on February 14th, 2016%

Lots of links to other Meyer Lemon recipes today. Whip up some waffles with lemon curd and this Lemony Brown Sugar Syrup for you Valentine this morning! . . . → Read More: Lemony Brown Sugar Syrup

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Strawberry-Lemon Marmalade for May C.L.U.E.

By Eliot, on May 13th, 2015%

Today I highlight a favorite blogger’s terrific jam recipe. . . . → Read More: Strawberry-Lemon Marmalade for May C.L.U.E.

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