basic salsa

In a bowl blend until very smooth: 1/2 large can diced tomatoes 3 cloves garlic Then add: 1 1/2 large can diced tomato 1 purple onion- peeled & coarse chopped 1 Tablepsoon fresh jalapeno – minced 1/2 cup fresh coriander 1 Tablespoon fresh lime juice Blend with hand blender (turning it off and on) until [...]

beetroot dip

Note beets stain everything but the end result is worth it. 2 pounds cooked bulls blood beets (or your favorite variety, you can try yellow beets to keep your guests guessing) 1 cup plain yogurt 2 Tablespoons ground cumin 1/2 Tablespoon of ground coriander juice of one lemon salt and pepper Boil beets until soft [...]

pickled cucumber

In Denmark this is known as Agurke Salat. In a small pot bring to a boil: 1 cup of white wine vinegar 3 Table spoons of white sugar 1 Tablespoon of salt Pour over paper thin slices of cucumber and let sit for at least 1 hour. Drain of the liquid and enjoy with pickled [...]