Rhubarb-Plum-Star Anise Jam

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Another hit! Wow! I again meant to can my dilly beans and pickled okra but then checked my cabinet-o-jars to find none of the right size. What I did have was wide-mouth half-pints which are perfect for jam. So, that bunch of rhubarb in my fridge just waiting to be loved? Those gorgeous little plums on my counter? Sounded like a delicious and beautiful combo albeit a relatively tart one, so in addition to sugar, I added two star anise during the cooking. Yummy, people!

Creamed corn pasta

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Well this was a last-minute piece of inspiration gone right! Man! I started thinking about pasta, then saw some corn. Hmm... corn, butter, basil maybe with a kick? A slight Mexican influence with jalapeño and queso fresco... Oh, and look at that whey. And wouldn't this be beautiful atop my sepia pasta from Italy?! Friends, this was a win, and I will post this recipe and make it again. Absolutely delicious!