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Southern BBQ Drumsticks with Charred Corn Relish

Smoky, sticky drumsticks meet a bright charred-corn and tomato relish, making the most of Washington’s early-September produce in one practical grilling session.

Southern BBQ Drumsticks with Charred Corn Relish
  • Total time: 50 min
  • Servings: 2 servings
  • Estimated total cost: $12
  • Calories per serving: 710 cal
  • Grill

Drink pairing: A fruit-forward Zinfandel complements the smoky-sweet glaze and stands up to the charred corn.

Ingredients

  • Chicken Drumsticks
    1 1/2 pounds $3.49
  • Bi-color Corn
    4 ears $0.79
  • Vine On Tomato
    2 medium tomatoes $2.79
  • Green Onion
    3 green onions $1.39
  • Morton kosher salt
    3 1/2 teaspoons, divided
  • Light brown sugar
    1 tablespoon
  • Smoked paprika
    2 teaspoons
  • Garlic powder
    1 teaspoon
  • Ground black pepper
    1/2 teaspoon
  • Neutral cooking oil
    2 tablespoons, divided
  • Ketchup
    3 tablespoons
  • Honey
    1 tablespoon
  • Apple cider vinegar
    2 tablespoons, divided
  • Yellow mustard
    1 teaspoon
  • Cayenne pepper
    1/4 teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Heat a grill for two-zone cooking, with one side at medium-high heat and the other left cooler. Husk 4 ears bi-color corn. Core and dice 2 medium tomatoes, and thinly slice 3 green onions; set the prepared tomatoes and onions aside.

  2. Pat 1 1/2 pounds chicken drumsticks dry. Coat them with 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil and the following dry rub:

    • 2 teaspoons Morton kosher salt
    • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
    • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

    Let the seasoned chicken stand for 15 minutes while the grill finishes heating.

  3. Make the barbecue glaze by stirring together:

    • 3 tablespoons ketchup
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
    • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

    Set the glaze aside.

  4. Brush the prepared corn with 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil and season it with 1 teaspoon Morton kosher salt. Grill over direct heat for 8–10 minutes, turning periodically, until tender and charred in spots. Transfer to a cutting board to cool slightly.

  5. Place the seasoned chicken over the cooler side of the grill. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, turning every 5 minutes. Brush it with the barbecue glaze, then grill covered for 5–10 minutes more, turning and glazing once, until lacquered and the thickest drumstick reaches 175°F. Rest for 5 minutes.

  6. Cut the grilled kernels from the cobs. Toss the charred corn with the prepared tomatoes and green onions, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon Morton kosher salt to make the corn relish.

  7. Spoon the charred-corn relish onto two plates and arrange the glazed drumsticks alongside, drizzling over any glaze that has not contacted raw chicken.

Sicilian Pork & Eggplant Casarecce

Sweet-tart tomatoes, silky seasonal eggplant, savory pork, and basil turn quick-cooking pasta into a practical Sicilian-inspired September dinner.

Sicilian Pork & Eggplant Casarecce
  • Total time: 45 min
  • Servings: 2 servings
  • Estimated total cost: $13
  • Calories per serving: 760 cal
  • Stovetop

Drink pairing: A juicy Nero d’Avola complements the pork and eggplant without overpowering the agrodolce sauce.

Ingredients

  • Ground Pork
    8 ounces $5.99
  • Organic Eggplant
    12 ounces $3.49
  • Casarecce Pasta
    5 ounces $3.03
  • Organic Sungold Cherry Tomatoes
    8 ounces $4.43
  • Organic Red Onion
    1/2 small onion (about 4 ounces) $2.99
  • Organic Garlic, 3 CT
    2 cloves $2.69
  • Organic Basil, 0.75 OZ
    1/2 ounce $2.99
  • Diamond Crystal kosher salt
    2 1/4 teaspoons
  • Morton kosher salt
    2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons
  • Water
    2 quarts
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
    1 1/2 tablespoons
  • Fennel seeds
    1/2 teaspoon
  • Crushed red pepper flakes
    1/4 teaspoon
  • Black pepper
    1/4 teaspoon
  • Golden raisins
    2 tablespoons
  • Red wine vinegar
    1 1/2 tablespoons
  • Pecorino Romano
    1 ounce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the seasonal produce:

    • Cut 12 ounces Organic Eggplant into 1/2-inch cubes.
    • Halve 8 ounces Organic Sungold Cherry Tomatoes.
    • Dice 1/2 small Organic Red Onion, about 4 ounces.
    • Mince 2 Organic Garlic cloves.
    • Roughly chop 1/2 ounce Organic Basil.

    Keep each ingredient separate.

  2. Toss the eggplant with 1 1/4 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt in a colander. Season 8 ounces Ground Pork with 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Let both stand for 10 minutes, then thoroughly pat the eggplant dry.

  3. Meanwhile, bring 2 quarts water and 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Morton kosher salt to a boil. Add 5 ounces Casarecce Pasta and cook until 1 minute shy of al dente. Reserve exactly 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain the pasta.

  4. Heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the eggplant and sauté for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deeply browned and tender; transfer it to a plate.

  5. Add 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil and the diced onion to the skillet. Sauté for 3 minutes, then add the seasoned pork. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles, until browned and it reaches 160°F.

  6. Stir into the pork:

    • The minced garlic
    • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
    • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
    • The halved tomatoes
    • 2 tablespoons golden raisins
    • 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

    Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring and lightly crushing the tomatoes, until they release their juices and form a glossy sauce.

  7. Return the sautéed eggplant to the skillet. Add the drained pasta and the reserved 1/2 cup pasta water, then toss over medium heat for 2 minutes, until the sauce clings to the pasta. Fold in 1/2 ounce finely grated Pecorino Romano and 1/4 ounce chopped basil.

  8. Divide the pasta between two shallow bowls. Finish with the remaining 1/2 ounce finely grated Pecorino Romano and remaining 1/4 ounce chopped basil, then serve immediately.

Bistro Scallops with Beurre Blanc

Golden scallops, silky pommes purée, and peak early-September WA green beans get the French-bistro treatment with a bright lemon-shallot beurre blanc.

Bistro Scallops with Beurre Blanc
  • Total time: 50 min
  • Servings: 2 servings
  • Estimated total cost: $39
  • Calories per serving: 760 cal
  • Stovetop

Drink pairing: A lightly oaked Chardonnay complements the browned scallops and buttery lemon sauce.

Ingredients

  • Sea Scallops 10/20 Count, 12 OZ
    12 ounces $24.49
  • Organic Green Beans
    10 ounces $3.99
  • Yellow Potato
    12 ounces $1.69
  • Organic Shallots
    1 small shallot (about 2 ounces) $4.99
  • Organic Lemons
    1 lemon (for 1 teaspoon zest and 2 tablespoons juice) $1.29
  • Organic Italian Parsley
    2 tablespoons finely chopped $2.29
  • Diamond Crystal kosher salt
    3 3/4 teaspoons
  • Black pepper
    1/2 teaspoon
  • Water
    4 cups plus 2 tablespoons
  • Unsalted butter
    6 tablespoons, divided
  • Whole milk
    1/3 cup
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
    1 tablespoon, divided
  • Dry white wine
    1/3 cup

Instructions

  1. Pat 12 ounces sea scallops very dry and remove any small side muscles. Season all over with 1 1/2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt, then refrigerate uncovered for 15 minutes while preparing the vegetables.

  2. Peel and cut 12 ounces yellow potato into 1-inch pieces. Trim 10 ounces organic green beans. Mince 1 small shallot. Zest 1 lemon to yield 1 teaspoon zest, then squeeze 2 tablespoons juice. Finely chop 2 tablespoons Italian parsley.

  3. Combine the prepared potatoes and 4 cups water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce to a lively simmer, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until completely tender. Drain well and return to the warm pan for 1 minute to evaporate excess moisture. Mash until smooth with:

    • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 1/3 cup whole milk
    • 1 1/4 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt
    • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

    Cover the pommes purée and keep warm over very low heat.

  4. Heat 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the prepared green beans and 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt; cook, tossing occasionally, for 3 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons water, cover, and cook for 3 minutes. Uncover and cook for 2 more minutes, until crisp-tender and blistered. Toss with 1 tablespoon prepared lemon juice and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, then transfer to a warm plate.

  5. In a small saucepan, combine the prepared shallot and 1/3 cup dry white wine. Boil over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes, until reduced to about 2 tablespoons. Reduce the heat to low and whisk in:

    • 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon at a time
    • 1 tablespoon prepared lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon prepared lemon zest
    • 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley

    Remove the lemon-shallot beurre blanc from the heat and keep warm without boiling.

  6. Pat the presalted scallops dry again and season with 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Wipe out the large skillet and heat 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil over high heat until shimmering. Add the scallops with space between them and sear without moving for about 2 minutes. Turn and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more, pulling them at 125°F. Transfer to a plate and rest for 2 minutes.

  7. Divide the warm pommes purée between two shallow plates, arrange the green beans alongside, and set the scallops over the purée. Spoon over the lemon-shallot beurre blanc and finish with the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley.

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