Paper Palate

One of my favorite things about Sunset magazine is its constant inclusion of readers’ recipes. It almost makes you think that maybe someday you could see your own favorite recipe in the magazine. Sigh. So, this month Sunset has a feature on September Favorites that is comprised of reader recipes. Check them out in this quote from the magazine:

Silky chocolate tart
Sara Moufarrige-Doepke, San Jose, CA
“My mum gave me this recipe. It’s great because it only takes 20 minutes to prep,” says Moufarrige-Doepke, who was born in Lebanon and grew up in London. Break out the best chocolate you can find. It makes a difference.

Mediterranean rice salad
Lyn Michaud, Brighton, CO
“I created this dish for a potluck,” Michaud says. Its bright flavors make it the perfect side dish for anything grilled.”

Chile relleno soufflé
Ada Crosby, Camino, CA
Crosby made some adjustments to a cheese soufflé recipe from Sunset’s October 1997 issue to create this delectable Southwestern version. Queso fresco (fresh Mexican cheese) is available at Latin American markets and some supermarkets.

Walnut-zucchini bread
Mary Watson, Scottsdale, AZ
This is our new favorite way to eat more zucchini. “My family loves this for dessert,” claims Watson. “It’s easy to make and keeps well too.”