I make several batches of Rhubarb Syrup in Spring, and it makes the best cocktails and additions to sparkling water. I wanted to create something similar for the holidays, so I worked on this fresh, vibrant Cranberry Simple Syrup! It’s very easy to make and ready in 30 minutes. Cranberries are very tart on their […]
November 2, 2023
What is Salsa Verde? Salsa verde is a savory, vibrant, fresh green sauce that gets its color and slight tanginess from its main ingredient; tomatillos. Tomatillos are green with a papery husk that is removed before using. I grow them each summer in my garden and make this salsa verde recipe, preserving it to use […]
October 23, 2023
This post is sponsored by Dometic Delta Heat, a year long partner of Heartbeet Kitchen. We used their 32 inch Teppanayaki Flat Top Griddle for this recipe! Their meticulously engineered products are as beautiful as they are high performance. What Makes Smash Burger Tacos so Delicious When we were building our outdoor kitchen, I really really wanted […]
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October 18, 2023
If you’ve been a reader of Heartbeet Kitchen since the beginning, you might remember that I published a cookbook on all about squash in 2014 – yes, the entire thing is squash recipes, 80 of them! When writing the book, I discovered sweet dumpling squash from a local farmer and fell in love with its rich, sweet flavor […]
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October 12, 2023
Photos by Chelsie Lopez Productions and Styling by Creekwoodhill When we moved into this house five years ago, we fell in love with all its 1908 charm. Of course, the age of the home comes with renovations and upkeep, but in our eyes it was so worth it. First, we fully renovated the indoor kitchen, […]
October 7, 2023
Why Sourdough is The Best Bread for Making Grilled Cheese Grilled cheese sandwiches are pure comfort food that many of us have grown up with. You’ve probably had good ones that satisfy a craving, but I’m going to share with you how to make a GREAT grilled cheese sandwich, the best in fact, without any […]
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September 30, 2023
At the very end of last Fall, I had one last bundle of tomatoes that needed to be preserved. I had already canned two batches of Fire-Roasted Salsa and Slow-Roasted Cherry Tomatoes Preserved in Olive Oil, plus a batch of sauce. With all the sourdough bread I make, tomato jam seemed like a good idea. […]
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September 4, 2023
I fell in love with these fluffy, buttery edged, warmly spiced, apple infused pancakes last winter when I was looking for a way to use up a jar of apple butter. And I think you will too! Especially when paired with cozy sweater and mug of steaming coffee. Apples are humble and ordinary, however I […]
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August 24, 2023
I love to grill vegetables, and this summer I’ve been hooked on this great recipe for summer squash planks with a herbaceous, bright, and zingy basil vinaigrette. Besides not having to turn the oven on, I think grilling summer squash gives it the best flavor! The slight smokiness comes from the interaction of the zucchini […]
August 15, 2023
What is Apple Butter? One of my favorite ways to preserve an abundance of apples is by making a batch of extra smooth, caramelized apple butter! This delicious fruit spread is simply fresh apples that are cooked down on the stovetop into a thick, spreadable preserve. You’ll be amazed by the concentrated apple flavor, a […]
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August 9, 2023
When my basil plant is producing like crazy, my mind always jumps to pesto as a way to use a lot of it. I love pesto, but I was looking to add another option to my summer arsenal. Turns out that basil makes an incredible vinaigrette when combined with friends like garlic, nutritional yeast, capers, […]
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August 5, 2023
This post is sponsored by long-time partner, Dometic Delta Heat. I am so excited to share parts of the outdoor kitchen that we built over the last year that has been outfitted with Delta Heat appliances, including the Gas Pizza Oven featured in this post. I have fallen in love with the pizza oven, and […]
July 31, 2023