tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-49059148196219018342024-03-05T13:11:33.230-05:00Sweet Savory PlanetSweet Baking - Savory Cooking - Bountiful PlanetSweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.comBlogger77125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-71188580637504072652012-03-20T22:27:00.003-04:002012-03-20T22:32:22.154-04:00Breakfast: Oatmeal Pancakes and Buttermilk Syrup
I start my day everyday with a cup of coffee. It is important ritually and physically. I love a dark roast with nutty flavors and a good amount of milk. Perfection. Sometimes I actually think about the morning cup of Joe the night before and look forward to it. Is that going too far? Maybe. We all have our routines that keep life right! This oneSweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-88934441453868587912012-02-13T16:10:00.001-05:002012-02-16T11:38:22.338-05:00Blood Orange Curd
I love the intense flavor of a fruit curd. Lemon and lime tops the list because they are the tangiest and I love me some tang! I had a bag of blood oranges and since they can be tart, I thought they would be a shoe in for a delicious tart curd. The result was delicious and delicate not the tangy curd I had expected. It had more of a creamy orange flavor. I was SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-32704639644025654212012-02-10T12:11:00.001-05:002012-02-10T12:11:29.145-05:00Chocolate Bread
Several years ago, on a day when I was shopping at the original Central Market (still a new store) in Austin, TX, I came across chocolate bread in their bakery. At the time, chocolate bread seemed so unique and I wasn't sure what to expect. Was it going to be rich and decadent? How is chocolate in the simplicity of a bread? I was intrigued so I bought a SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com6Southeastern Pennsylvania40.0702942 -75.429479640.058143199999996 -75.44922059999999 40.0824452 -75.4097386tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-5520033018809265412011-11-17T23:43:00.001-05:002012-02-10T12:13:33.656-05:00Thanksgiving is almost here!
Oh my, what a lovely holiday. This is one day that is all about the food. No gifts to buy, just the company of family and friends. In my family, there are expectations for this day. They expect the same bird recipe with stuffing or dressing and mushroom gravy and the meal has to end with chocolate pecan pie and classic pecan pie. The sides are important but not asSweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-55971006584662441552011-10-04T00:28:00.000-04:002011-10-04T23:42:23.700-04:00Chunky Apple Coconut Cake
Apple season has begun. I love fresh, crisp apples. At my farmer's market, the same orchard farmer who has the most delicious, juicy peaches every summer starts apple season with fabulous ginger gold apples in late summer. This year he had lots of second apples because of hurricane Irene. Did you know that the east coast had an earthquake (unheard of) and a hurricane inSweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-48457731207968141032011-09-25T18:29:00.000-04:002011-09-25T18:29:46.713-04:00Chunky Honeycrisp Applesauce
I got a bucket of hurricane Irene apple seconds. They were all Honeycrisps. I felt like I hit a home run!
Needless to say I pounced on these jewels. They had dings and a couple of bumps but no bruises. Even if they had bruises I still would have bought them to make applesauce. Homemade applesauce is one of my favorite fall treats. It is great for SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-45918298758235089332011-09-20T00:48:00.000-04:002011-09-20T00:49:58.484-04:00Pomegranate Molasses
I love taking short breaks because you can't do everything, all the time. This has always been my way no matter how much I love something. Time to refresh. Sometimes other stuff just needs to get done. Dust bunnies aren't as cute as they sound.
Cooking and photographing the food can be a challenge sometimes because aspects of the process does not work out - suchSweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-28105908159903292932011-09-08T10:37:00.003-04:002011-09-08T23:38:07.193-04:00Zucchini Olive Oil Cake with Crunchy Lemon Glaze
Here is an Italian cake that I ran across in my internet travels. I was completely intrigued by using olive oil in a cake. Olive oil is not usually used in for baking in American cakes and I was hesitant even though it is a staple in my kitchen and use it daily. It is commonly used in Italian cakes and given the abundance of zucchini this summer and my quest to use itSweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-4589467188402545032011-09-04T10:26:00.001-04:002011-09-16T00:07:53.411-04:00Okra, Two Delicious Ways
Okra is a vegetable that falls into one of three categories of love it, hate it or what the heck is it? People who don't like it mention its sliminess and people who love it usually grew up with it. Those who don't know what it is probably did not grow up in the south. I fall into the category of "I grew up with it" and love it. Okra is a vegetable that originated in Africa SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-13129277677986833062011-08-26T15:43:00.000-04:002011-08-26T15:43:33.688-04:00Sweet Corn Pancakes
Corn pancakes made with fresh corn. Doesn't that sound like the perfect summer breakfast dish? Where I live people are poised and ready for that first plump, sweet ear of corn and if the weather permits, we have fresh corn through September. I grew up preferring white corn and white cornmeal and felt yellow corn was inferior. When I was younger I was told that white corn wasSweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-53819659433688171132011-08-19T16:54:00.001-04:002011-08-19T16:54:39.534-04:00Creamed Corn with roasted peppers
White corn was used for this dish, probably Silver King.
Fresh corn is best grilled or boiled on the cob, seasoned with butter, salt and pepper. Maybe some lime, pure chili powder and cumin might make an appearence! There are other seasonings that enhance the simple deliciousness of corn but in my opinion, it is always best to keep it simple, quickly cooked and a few SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-52248224187706512392011-08-15T10:38:00.002-04:002011-08-16T10:22:41.147-04:00Summer Squash Casserole
Summer yellow squash is perfect for this dish. In fact, I can't think of another way to eat yellow squash that is anywhere near as good. Yellow squash is not usually a first choice vegetable for me unless it is in this casserole. Zucchini is a whole other story and blog post! This recipe is one of the understated, humble classics of southern dishes.
We went to a potSweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-18334214856665232682011-07-30T12:47:00.002-04:002011-07-30T12:47:34.816-04:00Zucchini Pancakes
Zucchini seems to be taking over our gardens, CSA baskets, farmer's markets and consequently our kitchens. Here is little info on zucchini and a simple and quick recipe that will help with all that zucchini!
For thousands of years zucchini has been eaten in Central and South American countries but has only been a widely consumed vegetable in North America for about 30 years.&SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-12873193998934585052011-07-26T00:26:00.003-04:002011-07-26T00:33:53.352-04:00A Southern Table: Dill Pickles
Pickling cucumbers are in the local farmers markets and you know what that means, don't you? Time to make some dill pickles. When I make pickles I have to hide them from my husband or he will eat every last one before anyone notices. My family enjoys them and I like to use them in recipes and have them on hand for grilling and barbecues if there are any left.
Here are a SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-91504912297288758252011-07-25T12:16:00.002-04:002011-07-26T00:23:02.034-04:00French Toast stuffed with blueberry goat cheese filling
It was a spontaneous moment. It will be Sunday morning tomorrow and what better time to have something indulgent. I had a few fresh blueberries leftover and about 3 to 4 ounces of Chevre goat cheese and I was standing in front of fresh bread at the farmers market. The raisin studded Challah just called out to me. It had been a while since I indulged in making French toast soSweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-73365080654000689522011-07-12T10:51:00.001-04:002011-07-12T10:54:52.929-04:00Why Buy Fair Trade Certified? Coffee Is One Reason!Here is an article that I wrote for HonestCooking.com concerning items and foods labeled Fair Trade Certified. There are other labels such as Rainforest Alliance, organic and other international organizations. Companies such as Ten Thousand Villages which is a favorite of my daughter's is a Fair Trade retailer and the town Media, PA claims to be the first Fair Trade Town. I SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-91253532836592064972011-07-06T12:45:00.000-04:002011-07-06T12:45:41.259-04:00Dinner tonight? Fresh, simple and on the DeckLife is quiet at home. Half of my family is going to be away for a week. A dinner out with friends is in order but I can't do that every night. After dropping my daughter and husband off at the airport, I went to the wine store and browsed. It is one of those mega mart wine stores that you could wonder endlessly looking for what you want. I got several bottles of SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-36274986573028421162011-06-27T12:17:00.002-04:002011-07-08T09:42:46.943-04:00A Southern Table: Buttermilk and Lemon Buttermilk Ice Cream
Buttermilk. Buttermilk has always, always been around, like a trusty, reliable friend. How can you cook without it? Buying buttermilk in the south is a very different experience than in the northeast where I am. Low fat and non fat buttermilk is the only types available in our local grocers. I am good with low fat or 1% buttermilk but I am very lucky that I live in SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-72781561750785450842011-06-23T10:19:00.002-04:002011-06-30T11:06:23.157-04:00Baking with Grains: Cracked Wheat BreadSometimes if you want something, you just got to do it yourself. Cracked wheat bread is one of my favorite types of whole grain bread and only on a rare occasion can I find it in my area. So I either have to be satisfied with the occasional find or learn to make it yourself. Then so be it, I'll make it myself.
Yeast breads can be time consuming and a bit intimidating, SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-30014380652434937432011-06-14T12:15:00.002-04:002011-06-23T23:36:40.271-04:00A Southern Table: Rhubarb Blackberry CrispPies are big in the south whether it be the classic double or single crusted pie, cobbler, or fruit crisp. A fruit crisp is a like a pie, but much easier. When time is an issue this is my "go to" dessert. No pie dough to make, instead a quick mixture of butter, flour, sugar and spices is combined and sprinkled over the fruit. I also add oats and nuts which are optional butSweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-53579375428358043642011-06-12T10:24:00.002-04:002011-06-13T10:39:46.757-04:00Taste of Philly: The Italian MarkethThe Philadelphia Italian market began in the late 1880s and was organized in 1915. They are the oldest and largest continuously working market in the US. It all started when Antonio Palumbo, an Italian immigrant, opened a boarding house for other Italians. They came, they started businesses in the area and the rest is history, literally.
At first look, you might think what is SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com4Washington Ave & S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA39.9363745 -75.158428239.928148 -75.1730192 39.944601 -75.143837200000007tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-14352866196421576882011-05-28T10:54:00.002-04:002011-07-04T14:39:38.255-04:00BBQ Sauce: My Favorite for Backyard Grilling If you have ever witnessed conversations about barbeque preferences, you know it can get kinda heated like when people start talking politics or religion. It is a subject that evokes a lot of passion. Everyone has a favorite barbeque sauce or style.
In one area of the Carolinas it is vinegar based with a bit of cayenne and black pepper and in another area it is mustard based SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-83997731708055181082011-05-25T23:33:00.001-04:002011-05-25T23:35:57.681-04:00Chicken Chili Verde with beans Ones of the benefits of blogging for me has been that I have to stop cooking like the Mad Matter. Sounds a little crazy but let me explain. Chili is something I have made for years. Beef, chicken and vegetarian and every other version I or someone else was in the mood for. I have not made the same pot of chili twice. I might have come close but I never used a SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-57279112838421821922011-05-04T00:21:00.001-04:002011-05-25T23:38:36.179-04:00Lemon Ricotta Souffle Pancakes with BerriesPancakes are a food that transcends cultures. There are too many versions that vary from culture to culture to name them all. In North America, it is a classic breakfast food. Pancakes can grace special occasions or a cozy weekend breakfast. It is comfort food at its best and for many there are memories associated with them. My family has spent many a Sunday making SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905914819621901834.post-253735401967725722011-04-30T15:45:00.002-04:002011-05-25T23:41:31.086-04:00Ginger Soda and Ginger Candy: Double Duty Recipe
With this recipe, I can kill two birds with one stone. The two birds are my children. One loves ginger ale and the other loves ginger candy. The stone is this lovely ginger syrup recipe for making ginger soda and candied ginger. This ginger soda is similar to ginger ale but has a lovely warm heat that creeps up after you have taken a couple of sips. A SweetSavoryPlanethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12214074435088680705noreply@blogger.com2