We make art you can cook with
Made these spicy lamb meatballs from Bon Appétit Magazine in my Flameware Grill Basket. Had to adjust the time up a bit to 12 mins, but they were not dry at all.
Hot tips: wine cup and meatball mixing bowl from fellow MN potter Bill Gossman, tzatziki cup from GA potter Tom Homman, and parsley bowl from OH potters Baum Pottery, no relation.
Wheeeeeeeeeeeeee
Art Print by AnnieInk
What’s the single most requested recipe we have? Open House Meatballs
Last weekend at our Spring Fling Open House we had our annual spread of fun nibbles. I’m not kidding when I say that three people asked us to write down this recipe and one person even called first thing Monday morning to get it. It’s crazy. These are the true bell of the Coyote Ball. They’re super simple too, enjoy!
Open House (Sauerkraut) Meatballs
1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut
1/2 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 package (32 ounces) frozen fully cooked home style meatballs, thawed
Bake the meatballs according to directions. Simmer other ingredients, and add everything to your crock pot or dutch oven for 2 hours.
Looking for other party ideas? Consider any one of these serving dishes.
PS: Trust us, you’ll be getting asked for this recipe, you may want to bookmark it.
It’s hump day and you know what that means … I’m thinking about what I want to do this weekend (April 27, 28 & 29, 2018). There are so many fun art activities on the horizon, it’s a good thing my lawn’s still frozen. No guilt.
First up, right here in Hutchinson, there’s a new event called Minted Patina Market, a thrifty show featuring upcyclers, local creators, and some fun food and beverage options. It’s going to be at the McLeod County Fairgrounds on Friday, April 27th from 10am to 6pm and Saturday, April 27th from 9am to 3pm. It’s free to get in, unless you want to go early before the crowds which you can do for $15; parking is also free.
If you’re coming to Hutchinson for this fun event, stop by the Clay Coyote on your way to or fro… we’re located just 4 ½ miles north of Hutch on Highway 15 (only a 15 minute drive from the Fairgrounds).
The Gallery is full of new pottery, handcrafted jewelry, blown glass, metal sculptures, woven fiber, carved wood, and more. We have the perfect shower and wedding gifts. Remember, mom loves pottery (flowers wilt).
While you’re out and about check out Prairie Haven’s occasional sale (also just north of Hutchinson). Jane and her crew have some beautiful home furnishings. I’ve got a few pf her gorgeous end tables, pillows, rocking chairs, and benches in my home. And her husband makes wine barrel art including lamps, tables, and wall hangings.
Also, this weekend is the St. Paul Art Crawl. Many of our favorite Twin Cities Artists will have their wears on display at galleries around town. Some of the past MN Pottery Festival potters will be hosting open houses … stop by Caufield Clayworks or Front Ave Pottery & Tile to name a few.
We’re going to try to get to all of these events. And we’re planning dinner at Alma Cafe (recently rated as one of the 50 best new restaurants in the USA by Bon Appétit).
Whew, that’s a pretty fun weekend!
Spring is upon us in Minnesota, sure last week we got 15″ of snow. Sure the lakes are still frozen, but there’s an upside, Mother Nature isn’t ready for you to work in your garden yet, but you’re itching to get out and about. Here are a few fun things happening around the Twin Cities and surrounding communities.
American Craft Council Art Show in St. Paul: This is one of our favorite shows of the year. It’s Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the St. Paul RiverCenter. There will be more than 200 contemporary artists’ work on display. Stop by booth #604 to see our friend Judith Kinghorn’s stunning jewelry. There are 33 clay artists, including some familiar faces from the MN Pottery Festival like Mary Joe Schmith and Kerry Brooks.
Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival 2018: Grab some popcorn and pick from any of the 250+ movies from over 70 countries that are featured this year. Don’t know which ones to see? I am Not a Witch about a young girl sent to witches camp in the Zambian desert. All You Can Eat Buddha, a delightful art-house flick. And, The Blessing, following a Navajo Nation family for five years and the challenges the family faces in their everyday lives.
The Clay Coyote 25th Annual Spring Open House: Join us in Hutchinson on Saturday, April 21 10a-5p and Sunday, April 22 noon-4p. Featuring visiting Minnesota artists:
Patrick Callery of Clurichaun Workshop will be sharing his hand stitched leather work, he’s got clutches, wallets, key chains, document holders, journals, and moreThe Gallery is full of new pottery, glass work, jewelry, wood, and metal art. We’re opening the kiln on Thursday so all your favorite Clay Coyote pottery will be on display as well. There are complimentary nibbles and beverages all weekend.
In honor of Earth Day weekend we’ll be giving away a free organic basil plant seedling with any purchase (until we run out).
Speaking of Earth Day …
Head over to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum: It wasn’t named best botanical garden in the US for nothing. Celebrate earth Day by having brunch and then see what’s popping up for Spring.
Como Park Zoo has their Party for the Planet event: Presented by Xcel Energy, this is a free and fun event for all ages.
