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John's First Date Salmon 3/4 lb. center-cut salmon fillet, 1\ thick 1 Tbs. olive oil, plus more for oiling the fish Kosher Salt freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 1 Tbs. unsalted butter aged balsamic vinegar or balsamic vinegar reduction, for drizzling Instructions: Cut salmon fillet into two equal port...
Basmati Rice Pilaf with Peas 1 1/2 cups basmati rice 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 1/4 teaspoons black mustard seeds 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion 6 cardamom pods 4 whole cloves 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick 2 1/4 cups simmering water 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons ...
Sesame Chicken Drumettes 1/3 cup teriyaki sauce 1 1/2 tablespoons dry sherry 1 1/2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds 1 1/4 pounds chicken drumettes (about 12) 1 1/2 tablespoons barbecue sauce 1 1/2 tablespoons honey 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil Instructions: In a large resealable plastic bag, combine teriyaki sauce, sherry, ...
Buckwheat Blini 2/3 cup milk 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus 1/4 cup clarified butter (see Cook's Note****) 3/4 cup buckwheat flour 2 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1/4 teaspoon fine salt 1 teaspoon dry active yeast 1 tablespoon lukewarm water, about 100 to 115 degrees F, (see Cook's Note*) 1 egg, separated Herbed Smoked Salmo...
Peach Cobbler Pancakes 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note) 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 1/4 cups milk 2 large eggs 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 2 ripe peac...
The Disco Biscuit 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3 cups buttermilk 1/4 cup kosher salt 1 tablespoon ground black pepper 4 jalapenos, roughly chopped 4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons ground black pepper 1 1/4 tablespoons paprika 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon...
Blue Cheesy Yorkshire Pudding 12 strips bacon 2 cups 1-percent milk 3 large eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 cup finely crumbled blue cheese Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Cook the bacon using the \Mauro Method.\ Line a baking sheet with parchment, overlapping each sid...
Salsa Stoup With Avocado Smash And Double-Decker Baked Quesadillas 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of pan, plus some for brushing tortillas 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 large onion, chopped 3 ribs celery, chopped with greens 3 cloves garlic, chopped Sa...
Shrimp and Beef Skewers with Soy and Scallion Butter 2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature 5 scallions, pale green and white parts only, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 tablespoons soy sauce 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pe...
Microwave Chocolate Cake with Peanut Butter Cream 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 large egg 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablesp...
Cheesy Four-Meat Baked Pasta Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes One 28-ounce can whole plum tomatoes, crushed by hand One 15-ounce can whole plum tomatoes, crushed by hand 4 large sprigs basil 1/2 cup chopped...
Maple Cinnamon Spider Web Fritters Vegetable oil, for frying 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon fine salt 3/4 cup milk 1 large egg 1 tablespoon maple syrup, plus 1/4 cup for brushing 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar Jelly spiders, ...
Shrimp with Avocado \Ceviche\ 1/2 pound cooked bay shrimp 1 lime, juiced 1/2 cup store bought pico de gallo 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves 1 avocado, diced Salt and pepper Instructions: In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, lime juice, pico de gallo, and cilantro. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes. Add diced av...
Banh Mi Tacos One 5-pound pork shoulder Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup sugar 1 cup rice vinegar 1 cup white vinegar Pinch salt 3 cups finely grated carrots 3 cups finely grated daikon 3 2/3 cups hoisin sauce 1 4/5 cups oyster sauce 1 1/2 cups brown sauce, such as HP Sauce 5 tablespoons choppe...
The Jodie Sandwich 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 3 eggs, beaten 1 cup breadcrumbs One 6-ounce chicken cutlet, pounded thin Vegetable oil, for cooking One 9-inch sub roll One 4-ounce ball fresh mozzarella, sliced 3 ounces Roasted Red Peppers Mixture...
Roasted Fennel with Parmesan 2 large fennel bulbs 1/4 cup good olive oil 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Parmesan shavings Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Remove the stems of the fennel and slice the bulb in half lengthwise. With the cut side down, slice the bulb verti...
Sashimi Napoleon 3/4 pound sashimi grade tuna 2 tablespoons good quality mayonnaise 1 teaspoon Vietnamese garlic-chili sauce 2 tablespoon chopped green onion, white and green parts 2 teaspoons tobiko (flying fish roe) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves Peanut oil, for frying 18 (3-inch-square) wonton skins 2 ta...
Barbecued Brisket 1 (14 to 15 pound) certified Angus brisket, held in the cryovac bag at 33 to 35 degrees F for 40 to 45 days Salt and freshly ground black pepper Barbecue sauce, homemade or store bought Instructions: Prepare and heat a grill stocked with hickory. This is a slow cooking meat, so the temperature of the ...
Eggplant, Tomato and Mozzarella Pasta Bake Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 pound rigatoni 1 medium eggplant, diced 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil One 24-ounce jar marinara sauce 2 cups fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch cubes Nonstick cooking spray, for the b...
Spinach Fettuccini with Gorgonzola Cream Sauce Salt 1 1/2 (12-ounce) packages spinach fettuccini, 18 ounces total 2 tablespoons butter 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup chicken stock 1 cup cream 8 ounces Gorgonzola, cut into small pieces A few leaves fresh sage, finely chopped Freshl...
Fried Mozzarella, Zucchini, Basil and Green Olives Vegetable oil, for frying 5 large cloves garlic, unpeeled 1 ball fresh mozzarella 1 large zucchini 3 cups all-purpose flour 4 cups panko bread crumbs 4 whole eggs 15 large basil leaves 20 large pitted green olives 2 lemons, cut into wedges Instructions: Pour about 2 in...
Scooter Bars 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup whole-wheat pastry flour 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar 1 pinch kosher salt 6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons honey Cold water, as needed 1 (8-ounce) package marshmallows *2 egg whites 1/3 cup heavy cream 3 ounces bitterswe...
Grilled Mushroom Risotto 6 1/3 cups chicken stock Handful dried porcini mushrooms Olive oil 1 small onion, peeled and finely chopped 2 sticks celery, trimmed and finely chopped 14 ounces risotto rice 2/3 cup vermouth or white wine Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 large handfuls wild mushrooms (try chanterelle...
Nuoc Cham Dipping Sauce 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon sriracha hot sauce 1 clove garlic, minced Instructions: Whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, sriracha, garlic and 3 tablespoons water in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
\Please Don't Tell My Rabbi\ Eggs Benedict 1 large russet potato, grated, squeezed to drain excess liquid 1/2 white onion, grated 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder Kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper Vegetable oil 1 tablespoon olive oil 8 ounces fresh chorizo 1 tabl...
Baked Ham with Spiced Cherry Glaze Nonstick spray 1(5-pound) boneless ready-to-eat ham 1/2 cup water or white wine 1 cup cherry preserves 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish (creamy) 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon salt...
Passion Fruit Ice Cream with Rum-Vanilla Caramel Sauce 1 cup cold heavy cream One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 cup passion fruit nectar or concentrate 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons cold unsal...
Orange and Chocolate Zeppole 1 stick butter 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 eggs 1 tablespoon orange zest Vegetable oil, for frying 1 tablespoon orange zest 1/2 cup sugar 3/4 cup cream 1 cup (8 ounces) bittersweet chocolate chips Instructions: For the Orange Zeppole: In a medium...
Robin Koury's Spice of Life Beer Can Chicken 4 pound chicken 1/4 cup paprika 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 heaping teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1 teaspoon chili powder 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1/2 can beer (recommended Sam Adams White Ale) 1 tablespoo...
Oven Steak 2 New York strip steaks (each 8 to 10 ounces and 3/4 inch thick) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 medium sprigs thyme 1 large sprig rosemary, cut in half 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold Instructions: Sprinkle both sides of the steaks all over with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, the...
Blueberry Mojito 10 fresh mint leaves, plus sprigs for garnish 2 teaspoons sugar 1 cup fresh blueberries, plus extra for garnish 4 ounces light rum 3 limes, 2 juiced and 1 cut into wedges 6 ounces club soda Instructions: Muddle together the mint and sugar in a cocktail shaker. Add the blueberries and lightly mu...
Glazed Spiral-Cut Ham One 4- to 5-pound spiral-cut ham 1 large onion, quartered, root end intact 3/4 cup apricot preserves 3 tablespoons yellow mustard 2 teaspoons molasses 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice Pinch of ground cloves 8 sprigs fresh thyme, stripped 4 tablespoons cider vinegar 1 ...
Cheese Straws 1 3/4 cups flour 1/2 cup cake flour 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, depending on how hot you want straws 1/2 pound unsalted butter, cold, cut in small pieces 1 cup packed, grated white aged Cheddar cheese 1/2 cup grated, good quality Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup packed, grated, yellow ...
Spicy Pork Roast with Rosemary Potatoes 1 tablespoon cumin seeds 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes 1/2 tablespoon whole black peppercorns 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon salt 1 (3-pound) pork roast, cut into 4 steaks, 2-inches thick 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 russet potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 sprigs ros...
Broccoli Cheddar Crescent Ring 4 cups finely chopped broccoli florets (about 13 ounces) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 clove garlic, finely chopped Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 6 ounces cream cheese, diced Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing the pan Two 8-ounce tubes re...
Camembert and Apple Chutney Crisp 1 large Golden Delicious apple, cored and cut into 1/2-inch dice with the skin on 2 tablespoons minced shallots 1 tablespoon raisins 2 teaspoons cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger Pinch of red hot pepper flakes 4 rounds of mountain bre...
Chinois Grilled Lamb Chops with Cilantro Mint Vinaigrette 1 cup soy sauce 1 cup mirin (sweet sake) 1 tablespoon chopped ginger 2 tablespoon sesame oil 2 cups chopped scallions 1 tablespoon dried red chile flakes 2 to 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 racks lamb (about 2 pounds each), trimmed Salt and freshly ground pep...
Kumquat-Cello 1 pound kumquats, washed and thoroughly dried One 1.75-liter bottle of vodka 1/2 cup sugar Instructions: Slice the kumquats in half and scrape out as many seeds as possible. Add the kumquats to a 2.5-liter container and cover with the vodka. Cover the container so that it is airtight and place it in t...
Toasted Ciabatta with Balsamic Syrup 1 1/2 cups balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons sugar, plus more for sprinkling 12 (1/2-inch) thick slices ciabatta bread 2 tablespoons butter Instructions: Boil the balsamic vinegar and 3 tablespoons of sugar in a heavy small saucepan over medium-high heat until reduced to 1/2 cup, stirr...
Strawberries with Balsamic Syrup 1 1/4 pounds strawberries, hulled and halved (about 1 quart) 5 tablespoons light brown sugar 1 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup heavy cream Instructions: Toss the strawberries with 2 tablespoons of the sugar and let sit for 20 minutes. The berries will begin to release some of their juices....
Greek Yogurt Panna Cotta with Grilled Honeyed Figs and White Nectarines 1(8-ounce) packet unflavored gelatin (about 2 tablespoons) 2 tablespoons cold water 1 cup heavy cream 1/3 cup sugar 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped 1 (17.6-ounce) tub Greek yogurt (about 2 cups) (recommended: Fage 2 percent) 6 fresh figs, h...
Veracruz Red Snapper: Huachinango a la Veracruzana One 3.3-pound/1 1/2-kilogram whole red snapper, cleaned and scaled 3 cloves garlic, chopped 2 limes, juiced 2 tablespoons water Pinch clove Pinch pepper Vegetable oil, for sauteing 1/2 cup chicken stock 1 onion, sliced 2 bay leaves 2 pinches dried oregano 1/2 cup fresh...
Supercharged Chicken Wings 1 stick unsalted butter, softened 6 ounces Roquefort cheese, crumbled 1/2 cup barbecue sauce 1/2 cup piquillo peppers, drained 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons paprika Canola oil, for frying 1 cup all-purpose flour Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Kosher salt and fr...
Boston Cream Pie 1/4 cup milk 1 tablespoon plus 2 tablespoons butter for pans 8 eggs 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar 1 cup flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon vanilla 4 1/2 cups pastry cream, recipe follows 2 cups chocolate fondant icing, store bought 2 1/4 cups whole milk 1 cup sugar 3 eggs, separated 1/4 cup co...
Roasted Sweet Potato and Miso Soup with Collard Green Furikake 8 collard leaves, stems removed, leaves cut into 1-inch squares Avocado oil 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1\u202flarge shallot, finely diced 2 teaspoons\u202fminced peeled fresh ginger 1/2 cup benne (sesame) seeds 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes 4 medium ...
Gazpacho 1 clove garlic, peeled Kosher salt 1 1/2 pounds vine-ripened tomatoes, preferably heirloom varieties, roughly chopped 8 ounces cucumbers, peeled, seeded and roughly chopped 2 scallions (white and green parts), roughly chopped 1/2 green bell pepper, cored, seeded and roughly chopped 1/4 jalapeno, stemmed and ro...
Cuatro Leches Cupcakes 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 4 large egg whites 1 whole large egg 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons, at cool room temperature 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup whole milk 1/4 cup sour cream 4 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/4 cup coconut milk 1/4 cup sweeten...
Chicken Enchiladas 6 tomatillos, husks removed 2 jalapenos Extra-virgin olive oil, for cooking 4 chicken legs 4 chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat and skin Kosher salt 1 large Spanish onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice 3 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped 2 cups chicken stock Zest and juice of 2 li...
Bruschetta Bar to Go 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes 1/2 cup pitted bright green olives 1/2 cup pitted black olives 1/4 cup shredded fresh basil 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Kosher salt 12 ounces button mushrooms, quartered 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 ...
Chicken Chili Sheet Pan Quesadilla 3 tablespoons salted butter, melted 8 burrito-size flour tortillas 4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese 4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken 1 teaspoon taco seasoning One 4-ounce can diced green chiles, drained 1 cup frozen corn, thawed 1/2 cup sliced black olives 1/2 cup salsa ...
Blueberry and Pecan Crunch Pie 1/2 recipe pie dough (bottom crust only) 2 pints of huckleberries 1 cup granulated sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Juice and the grated zest of 1 orange Juice and grated zest of 1 lemon 1/2 cup dayo...
Thanksgiving's a Breeze Seabreezes 1 cup orange juice 1 cup cranberry juice 1 cup vodka Mint sprigs, for garnish Instructions: Mix all in a chilled pitcher filled with ice. Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with mint. If desired, place a dollop of leftover cranberry sauce in the bottom of each glass before filling ...
Spicy Scrambled Eggs 6 eggs 1/4 cup half-and-half 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Dash of hot sauce 1 tablespoon butter Instructions: Crack the eggs into a bowl, add the half-and-half and whisk until smooth. Add the salt, pepper and hot sauce and whisk until well combined. Heat a nonstick skillet (cast ...
Linzer-Hazelnut Pumpkin Pie 2 cups all-purpose flour 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup blanched hazelnuts, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup red currant jelly or seedless raspberry jam 1 15-ounce can pure pumpkin puree 3/4 cup half-and-half 2/3 cup granulated sugar 2 large...
English-Muffin Breakfast Pizza 1 whole-wheat English muffin, split 1 small tomato, seeded and diced 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 thin slice (1/2 ounce) Canadian bacon, diced 1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Chopped fresh basil, for garnish Instructions: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Line a small b...
Sherry Cocktail 3 ounces orange-flavored vodka (recommended: Grey Goose L'Orange) 3/4-ounce sherry (recommended: Lustau East India Solera Sherry) Splash freshly squeezed orange juice Ice cubes Orange peel, for garnish Instructions: Shake vodka, sherry, and orange juice with ice cubes in a cocktail shaker. Strain into a...
Breakfast In A Taco 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided 4 CHI-CHI'S® Fajita Style wheat tortillas 2 cups pepper and onion hash browns 2 cups pepper and onion hash browns 1 tablespoon butter 6 eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup finely sliced green onions, divided 2/3 cup crumbled queso fresco cheese, divided Salt and freshly ...
Salmon Nori Maki 1 small salmon (about 3 pounds filleted) 2 tablespoons chopped garlic Salt and pepper to taste 1 yellow squash, fine julienne 1/2 cup sliced scallion 1 package of nori (seaweed sheets) 2 tablespoons soy sauce Instructions: Slice the salmon lengthwise into 4 to 5-inch long sheets about 1/4-inch thick. P...
Potato Latkes 2 pounds russet (baking) or Yukon Gold potatoes 1 medium onion 1/2 cup chopped scallions, including the green part 1 large egg beaten Salt and pepper to taste Vegetable oil for frying Instructions: Peel the potatoes and put in cold water. Using a grater or a food processor coarsely grate the potatoes and ...
Tortilla Soup 2 ears fresh corn, husks removed 4 or 5 large garlic cloves, peeled 1 small onion (about 3 ounces), peeled, trimmed, and quartered 1 small jalapeno pepper, trimmed and seeded 2 tablespoons corn oil 2 corn tortillas, cut into 1-inch squares 2 large ripe tomatoes (1 pound), peeled, seeded, and coarsely chop...
Brasserie Balzar's Midnight Onion Soup 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 6 tablespoons peanut oil 3 pounds onions, peeled, halved vertically through the root, and thinly sliced 1 tablespoon fine sea salt 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups chicken stock 2/3 cup dry white wine, such as Sancerre 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly gr...
Salted Caramel Shortbread 3 sticks unsalted butter, plus more for the pan 1 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 3 tablespoons light corn syrup 2 tablespoons heavy cream 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon cid...
Dark Chocolate Ladyfingers Confectioners' sugar, for dusting 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 teaspoon fine salt 4 large eggs, separated 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 6 ounces chopped bittersweet chocolate 1 tablespoon coconut oil About 1/4 cup unsweeten...
Mummy Jalapeno Poppers 4 slices bacon, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces 6 ounces plus 1 heaping tablespoon cream cheese, at room temperature 1 1/2 cups finely shredded Cheddar Jack cheese 2 scallions, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, finely grated Kosher salt 10 medium to large jalapeños (each 3 to 4 inches long), halved leng...
Soft and Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon fine salt 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup sugar, plus more for rolling 1/3 cup molasses 1 large egg Instru...
Miso Soup 8 cups vegetable stock 8 ounces yellow miso 4 ounces low-fat firm tofu, diced 3 scallions Instructions: Bring stock to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer. Add miso and stir until heated through. Pour into individual bowls. Divide tofu cubes and sliced scallions among the bowls and serve at once.
Cantaloupe Italian Ice 1 quart (32 ounces) water 1 pound, 4 ounces sugar 1 lemon, juiced 2 medium-sized ripe cantaloupes Serving suggestions: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and fresh mint leaves Instructions: Dissolve sugar and water in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minute...
Lucas' Sesame Broccoli Florets 1 Tbsp. sesame seeds 1 large head broccoli 1 Tbsp. Asian sesame oil coarse sea salt, to taste Instructions: If using sesame seeds, place them in a small, dry skillet and toast, shaking the pan frequently, until lightly browned. Set aside to cool. Rinse the broccoli and separate the floret...
Chorizo Queso 1 pound fresh Mexican chorizo, casings removed 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 8 ounces heavy cream 3 roasted red peppers, peeled, seeded and chopped One 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 pound American cheese, cubed 4 ounces shredded Cheddar Kosher salt 1/4 cup diced red ...
Baby Back Ribs with Spicy Peach BBQ Sauce 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 1 tablespoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 5 pounds total), membrane removed 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, diced 1 clove garlic, chopped One 3-inch piece ginger, peeled and ...
Profiteroles 1/2 cup water 1/2 stick butter Pinch salt 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 2 eggs Pinch ground cinnamon Ice cream Chocolate Sauce, recipe follows 4 ounces semisweet or dark chocolate 1/4 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon corn syrup 1 good pinch ground cinnamon Instructions: Preheat oven to 425 deg...
Pesto Fried Eggs 1/4 cup store-bought or homemade pesto 2 large eggs Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Spread the pesto in an even layer in an 8-inch nonstick skillet; bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the eggs on top of the pesto and season with 1/4 teaspoon sal...
Flaky Pastry Dough 1 pound all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 pound (4 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into 2-tablespoon pieces, at slightly cooler than room temperature 6 ounces ice-cold water 1 teaspoon lemon juice Instructions: Add the flour and salt to a large bowl and stir to combine....
Gingerbread Waffles 3 cups all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg, eyeball it 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 large eggs 2/3 cup packed dark brown sugar 1 cup canned pumpkin puree 1 1/4 cups milk 1/2 cup molasses 1/2 c...
Baked Cheese Polenta with Swiss Chard 1 tablespoon olive oil 6 garlic cloves, minced 8 to 10 cups chopped Swiss chard, stems and leaves kept separate Butter for greasing dish plus 1 tablespoon butter 2 cups lowfat milk 1 1/2 cups water 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup cornmeal 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup partskim...
Chocolate Chip-Apricot Cookies 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 large egg 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note) 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon fine salt 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chi...
Autumn Steak Salad 1/2 cup olive oil 3 tablespoons maple syrup 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon Dijon or grainy mustard 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed 1 acorn squash, seeded and quartered 1 delicata squash, halved, seeded and sliced into 1...
Steak Pinwheels with Sun-Dried Tomato Stuffing and Rosemary Mashed Potatoes 1 2/3 cups canned beef broth 3/4 cup ready-to-use sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil) 1/4 cup butter 1 (6.6-ounce) package stuffing mix 1 (1 1/4-pound) skirt steak Salt and freshly ground black pepper Salt and freshly ground black pepper R...
Heirloom Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart 1/2 pound unsalted butter, cold, cut into small cubes 2 cups unbleached flour Pinch of salt 3 eggs, 1 of them beaten with a little water, for egg wash 1/4 cup ice water 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 5 to 6 medium-sized, different colored heirloom tomatoes, sliced fairly thin 4 to 6...
Cocktail with Roasted Beets and Vodka 3/4 cup sugar Juice from 2 lemons (1/4 cup) Juice from 2 Meyer lemons (1/4 cup) Juice from 2 limes (1/4 cup) 1 pound rock or kosher salt, for the pan 3 medium red beets 8 ounces French vodka 1 cup ice cubes Instructions: For the citrus simple syrup: Preheat the oven to 35...
Easy Beef French Dip with Quick au Jus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, thickly sliced 2 sprigs fresh thyme 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 sub rolls, hinged 1 quart beef broth, warmed 1 1/2 pounds very rare deli-shaved roa...
Champagne Ginger Punch 1/2 cup of sugar 1/4 cup water 3 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger 1/2 cup vodka 1 bottle champagne, chilled Instructions: Boil water, add sugar and ginger. Simmer for 15 minutes. Cool mixture then add vodka. Chill sugar and vodka combination overnight. Strain ginger from vodka and p...
Creamy Miso Dip 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup white miso 2 tablespoons mirin 2 tablespoons rice vinegar Instructions: Whisk together the mayonnaise, miso, mirin, vinegar and 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Strawberry Cocktail 1 cup Pisco or Gin 1/2 basket fresh strawberries (or highquality frozen) 1/2 cup sugar syrup Juice of 1 lemon 23 cups crushed ice Fresh strawberries for garnish Instructions: Combine Pisco, strawberries, sugar syrup, lemon juice and ice in a blender and process until blended. Refrigerate. Serve in 4...
\Heart of Darkness\ Margarita 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon bruised and finely chopped fresh sage 2 tablespoons kosher salt 1 ounce fresh key lime juice, plus a touch more for the rim of the glass 10 blackberries 3 ounces blanco tequila, such as Corazon 1 ounce orange liqueur Instru...
Salt and Pepper Shrimp 1 cup soy sauce 3/4 cup white wine vinegar 3/4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1/2 cup plum sauce 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 teaspoons minced ginger 1/2 red bell pepper, diced 2 pounds 16/20 shrimp, shell on, deveined 2 ounces rice cooking wine (recommended: Michu)...
Cider Bread 2 tablespoons applesauce 1 package active dry yeast 4 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup buckwheat flour 1/4 cup whole wheat flour 1/4 cup semolina flour 1/4 cup white corn flour 1/4 cup rye flour 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 2 teaspoons salt 2 cups...
Sausage, Potato and Escarole Roast 1 1/2 pounds small red potatoes, halved or quartered if large 4 plum tomatoes, halved 3 to 4 cloves garlic, smashed 3 to 4 small rosemary sprigs Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/4 pound sweet Italian sausages, pricked with a fork 1 orange ...
Green Onion-Cheddar Doughnut 12 cups (3 quarts) vegetable oil 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 1/2 cups finely shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1/2 cup roughly chopped scallions 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 3...
Lomo Saltado 12 ounces rib-eye steak Salt and freshly ground black pepper Garlic, to taste 1/8 cup vegetable oil, plus more for deep-frying Handful precooked French fries 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 medium tomato, sliced 3 to 4 teaspoons vinegar 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 to 2 ounces beer 2 to 3 pinches chopped...
Scallion Champ 6 to 8 unpeeled 'old' potatoes, eg. Russet or Yukon Gold 1 bunch scallions (use the bulb and green stem) 12 fluid ounces (350 milliliters/1 1/2 cups) milk 2 to 4 ounces (55 to 110 grams/1/2 to 1 stick) butter Salt and freshly ground pepper Instructions: Scrub the potatoes and boil them in their skins. Ch...
Rice and Gravy 1 cup dried black-eyed peas, cleaned and picked 2 tablespoons bacon grease 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more if needed Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cups rice, cooked according to package directions Instructions: Place the peas in a medium saucepan and cover with cold wate...
Easy Grilled Clams 2 pounds littleneck or cherrystone clams, cleaned Instructions: Prepare a grill for very high heat. Tap any open clams; if they stay open, throw them out. Place the closed clams on the grill grate. Grill, covered, until the clams open, about 2 minutes. Carefully transfer all the opened clams to a b...
Quail Stuffed with Fresh Ricotta, Bacon, and Greens with Green Garlic-Sweet Pea Puree 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 stalks green garlic, white part only, finely diced 4 cups sugar snap peas, strings removed Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 head frisee 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon minced garlic 2 strips bacon, d...
BLT Biscuit Sliders 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 tablespoon sugar Kosher salt 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed 3/4 cup finely grated sharp cheddar cheese 3 scallions, finely chopped 3/4 cup cold buttermilk, plus more for brushing 16 slices bacon 1 avocado Juice o...
Chicken with Pineapple Sauce 1 (3 pound) roasting chicken, cut into 8 pieces 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 ripe pineapple, peeled, cored and chopped, juices reserved 2 medium onions, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 cinnamon stick 1 bay le...
Lentil Cookies 9 1/2 ounces whole-wheat pastry flour, approximately 2 cups* 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 8 ounces sugar, approximately 1 cup 6 ounces unsalted butter, room temperature, approximately 3/4 cup 1 egg 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 1/2 ...
Caramel Pears Belle Helene 2-inch piece fresh ginger 1 cup sugar 3 cups warm water 1 vanilla bean, halved lengthwise 4 firm, barely ripe Bosc pears 1 or 2 tablespoons Poire William or other pear brandy (optional) 1 1/2 pints vanilla ice cream Chocolate sauce or caramel sauce for serving 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios...
Hot Water Crust Pastry 6 tablespoons butter, cubed 4 ounces (1/2 cup) water 8 ounces all-purpose flour Pinch salt 1 egg, beaten Instructions: Place the butter and water in a medium-sized saucepan, and heat gently, stirring occasionally, until the butter melts, then bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Meanwhile, sift t...
Blackberry Jam 2 cups (about 12 ounces) blackberries 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 cups sugar Instructions: Place the berries in a large stainless steel or enamel saucepan. Bring to a full boil over high heat, mashing the berries with a potato masher as they cook. Add the lemon juice and boil hard for 1 minute, stirring ...