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Spaghetti with Pancetta, Escarole and Garlic Chips 1/2 pound dried spaghetti Salt 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 pound thickly sliced pancetta, chopped 6 to 8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 2 large heads escarole, washed and drained, roughly chopped 3/4 cup chicken stock or ...
Broccoli-Cheddar Soup 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 large head broccoli, florets and tender part of stems, chopped (about 6 cups) 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth 2 cups low-fat (1%) milk 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups lightly packed shredde...
Chicken Breast with Clementines, Thai Bird Chile and Yukon Gold and Cauliflower Puree 1 skin-on chicken breast, wing bone attached, wing tip and tenderloin removed Extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt 3 large clementines, supremed and squeezed, juice reserved 3 large clementines, supremed and squeezed, juice reserved A...
Salted Caramel Monkey Bread Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing 4 ounces granulated sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 pounds refrigerated biscuits, such as Grands Flaky Layers, each piece cut into quarters 4 ounces chopped dates 4 ounces dark raisins 4 ounces black walnuts, roughly chopped 8 ounces brown ...
Cod Croquettes, Sweet Red Pepper Gravy, and Mashed Potatoes with Spinach 3 large starchy potatoes, peeled and cut cubed Salt 1 lemon 1 1/4 pounds fresh cod fish 1/4 cup vegetable oil, eyeball it 2 teaspoons seafood seasoning blend, (recommended: Old Bay) 2/3 palm full 2 ribs celery and their greens, finely chopped 1 sm...
Amaretti Torta 20 amaretti cookies, plus 8 amaretti cookies crushed for topping 2 ounces semisweet chocolate chips (about 1/2 cup) 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup sugar 5 large eggs, separated 2 tablespoons orange-flavored liquor (Triple Sec, Cointreau, or Grand Marnier) 1/2 cup all-purpose flo...
Tomato-Leek-Bacon Tart Vegetable cooking spray 1/2 (15-ounce) package refrigerated piecrusts 1 (8-ounce) package shredded Italian three-cheese blend, divided 3 medium leeks, thinly sliced (about 1 cup) 2 tablespoons olive oil 8 plum tomatoes, sliced 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped 3 garlic clo...
Apple Pie Baked in a Bag 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup sugar Pinch salt 1 cup cold unsalted butter (2 sticks), cut into pieces 1/3 cup ice water 5 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and thickly sliced 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoo...
Spicy Pork Bulgogi 2 pounds sliced pork butt 1 liter lemon-lime soda, such as Sprite 1/2 onion, plus sliced onions, for serving 4 garlic cloves 2 ounces ginger, peeled 1 green onion 4 ounces pineapple or pineapple juice 1/2 cup gochujang 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup mirin 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon Korean fine chili powde...
Beach Day Cookies Two 16.5-ounce tubes refrigerated sugar cookie dough (plus required ingredients) 1 pound (about 3 1/2 cups) confectioners' sugar 2 tablespoons meringue powder 1 drop royal blue gel food coloring 2 cups graham cracker crumbs 48 mini marshmallows One 3-inch piece rainbow sour candy, such as AirHeads® ...
Blueberry Lemon Mousse Tart 1 2/3 cups graham cracker crumbs, (9 to 10 whole crackers) 1/3 cup quick rolled oats 3 tbsps. firmly packed brown sugar 5 tbsps. butter, melted 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, divided 3 tbsps. sugar, divided 1/4 tsp. lemon extract 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened 3 tbsps. boiling water 1 envelo...
How to Make Mexican Thick Hot Chocolate | Champurrado Recipe 1/4 cup masa harina 3 1/2 cups cold water 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 cups of milk 1 (3-ounce) tablet sweetened Mexican chocolate, flavored with cinnamon Instructions: In a small mixing bowl combine the masa harina with 1/2 cup of water mixing by hand to form a paste...
Breakfast Fajitas Four 8-inch flour tortillas 1/2 teaspoon olive oil 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and sliced into 1/2-inch strips 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and sliced into 1/2-inch strips 1 yellow onion, cut in half, sliced 1/2-inch thick 1 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced 1 1/2 teaspoons Fajita Spice M...
Spiced Peach Ketchup 1 cup ketchup 1 cup diced ripe peaches 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce Instructions: Puree the ketchup, peaches, cinnamon and chipotle in a blender until smooth. Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Roasted Pasilla Peppers with Corn and Cotija 8 fresh pasilla or poblano peppers 2 tablespoons butter 3 cups fresh or frozen, thawed, corn kernels 3 green onions, sliced, including green tops 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves or 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 cup Mexican crema or sour cream 1/4 cup crumbled Mexican...
Curry Lamb Shanks with Potatoes 4 lamb shanks (about 6 pounds total) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon golden curry powder 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon paprika 3 cups frozen pearl onions (12 ounces), thawed 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chop...
Steamed Squash Salad 4 small slender zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch rounds and parboiled for 1 minute 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil Grated zest and juice of two large limes 1/4 teaspoon each ground cumin and cardamom 1/4 teaspoon pressed or minced garlic Salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Parboil zucchini...
Seared Sea Scallops 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon curry powder 2 tablespoons dried thyme 2 tablespoons paprika 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound sea scallops, cleaned Pesto, recipe follows Basmati rice, recipe follows 2 cups arugula, stemmed, washed, and dried 2 cups basil leaves, washed a...
Blackberry Fizz 4 large blackberries 1 1/2 teaspoons Lemon-Thyme Simple Syrup, recipe follows 1/4 cup bourbon Splash sweet vermouth Club soda 1/2 cup fine sugar 2 teaspoons black peppercorns 4 sprigs fresh thyme 1 lemon, sliced Instructions: Muddle the blackberries with the simple syrup in a pint glass. Add ice...
Shakshuka 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 onion, chopped 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1/4 small bunch cilantro, leaves and tender stems separated, chopped 2 small cloves garlic, thinly sliced 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon paprika Pinch red pepper flakes Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper ...
Chorizo Guacamole 1 poblano chile pepper 1/8 white onion 1 lime, halved 1 small link fresh chorizo, casing removed 2 avocados 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup crushed chicharrónes (fried pork rinds) Kosher salt Instructions: Preheat the broiler. Put the poblano, onion an...
Blue Cheese and Pecan Strudel 1 stick unsalted butter 1 large egg white 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature Freshly ground pepper 2 ounces Roquefort or other blue cheese, crumbled (about 1/2 cup) 1/2 cup chopped candied pecans 6 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed 1/4 cup breadcrumbs Honey, for drizzling Instruct...
Strawberry Shortcake Martinis 2 pints strawberries, cleaned and sliced 1/4 cup sugar substitute (recommended: Splenda) 1 recipe Low Carb Zucchini Muffins, recipe follows Low Carb Fresh Whipped Cream, recipe follows 1 pint whole strawberries Few sprigs fresh mint 4 tablespoons wheat bran 1 1/2 cups soy flour plus 2 tabl...
Crunchy Onion Potato Bake 2½ cups milk 1½ cups water ¼ cup butter 1 box (7.2 oz) Betty Crocker® homestyle creamy butter or roasted garlic mashed potatoes 1 can (15.25 oz) Green Giant® whole kernel corn, drained 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz) 1 can (2.8 oz) French-fried onions Instructions: 1.) Heat oven to 350°F....
Pretzel Chow Mix 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 2 tablespoons butter 3/4 cup peanut butter 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 6 cups pretzels, broken into pieces 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar Instructions: Place the chocolate chips and butter into a bowl set over a pot of simmering water, and stir until melted. ...
Stilton Dressing 4 ounces Stilton cheese, chopped 1 cup mayonnaise 1 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 head iceberg lettuce, cut in 6 wedges Instructions: Place the cheese, mayonnaise, heavy cream, vinegar, salt and pepper in the bowl of a f...
Herb Crusted Trout with Shiitake Sticky Rice and Shiso Oil 4 trout fillets, skinless 2 eggs All purpose flour 1 cup panko crumbs 1/3 cup shiso leaves, chiffonade 1 teaspoon ground coriander Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Mix the panko, coriander and shiso. Season the fillets. Dredge the fillets in flour, egg th...
Rhubarb Reunion Cocktail 6 cups ice 3 cups bourbon 1 cup fresh lemon juice 1 cup fresh mint leaves, plus 12 to 15 sprigs for garnish 1 cup Rhubarb Simple Syrup, recipe follows 2 cups ginger beer 2 cups chopped rhubarb 1 cup sugar Instructions: Fill a pitcher with the ice, then add the bourbon, lemon juice, mi...
Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies One 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons raspberry liqueur, such as Chambord One 18.25-ounce package red velvet cake mix Confectioners' sugar, sanding sugar, small white nonpareils or finely chopped pis...
Chocolate Goat Cheese Truffles 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped 6 ounces fresh (mild) goat cheese, at room temperature 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup sweetened cocoa powder, sifted Instructions: In the top of a double boiler, or in a metal bowl set over a pot of simmering water...
Le Waf, The Artisan Waffle 30 grams fresh yeast 200 milliliters milk or water, at room temperature 500 grams all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 2 eggs, at room temperature 300 grams butter, at room temperature 40 grams white or brown sugar (see Cook's Note) 5 grams salt 350 grams pearl sugar (see Cook'...
Lingonberry Stuffed Meatballs 2 pounds ground beef 1 pound ground veal 1/2 cup minced yellow onion 3 sprigs fresh tarragon, leaves stripped and coarsely chopped 2 teaspoons herbes de Provence 3 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons white pepper 5 eggs 3 cups panko (Japanese) bread crumbs 4 tablespoons lingonberries* Vegetable oil...
Kiddie Kabobs with Turkey, Tomatoes, Carrots and Cucumber 8 ounces Cheddar, cut into 1-inch cubes 8 ounces honey roasted turkey, cut into 1-inch cubes 15 cherry tomatoes 2 medium carrots, peeled, cut into even 1-inch coins 1 large cucumber, seeded, cut into half moons 8 ounces Cheddar, cut into 1-inch cubes 8 o...
Citrus Arctic Char with Farro 3/4 cup farro 1 navel orange 1 blood orange 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the pan 1 small bulb fennel, thinly sliced, plus chopped fronds for topping 4 skinless Arctic char fillets (about 5 ounces each) Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, rou...
Summer Eggplant Lasagna 1 eggplant Salt 2 eggs, beaten with 1 teaspoon water 1 1/2 cups plain bread crumbs 1 cup grated Parmesan Freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons dried oregano 2 tablespoons dried parsley leaves 2 tablespoons garlic powder Olive oil, for frying 1 or 2 tablespoons butter, depending on taste 1/2 ...
Cinnamon French Toast 1 cup half-and-half 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, plus more for serving 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 6 large eggs 2 to 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 8 slices challah or brioche bread (3/4 inch thick) or 12 slices sandwich bread ...
String Bean \Casserole\ Salad Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 pound haricots verts, trimmed and cut into thirds 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 2 ounces dried porcini mushrooms 3 cloves garlic, smashed 8 sprigs fresh thyme 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 4 tablespoons mushroom ...
Linzer Cookies 1 1/2 cups whole almonds 1 cup pecans 11/2 cups granulated sugar 5 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1 teaspoon salt 5 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 6 large egg yolks Grated zest of 1 lemon Gra...
Spiced Cranberries and Almonds 3/4 stick unsalted butter 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 2 cups dried cranberries 3 cups almonds 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Melt butter, brown sugar, an...
Blushing Mimosas 2 cups fresh raspberries, plus more for garnish 3/4 cup sugar 2 2/3 cups grapefruit juice One 750-milliliter bottle sparkling rose wine, chilled 1/2 cup vodka, such as Tito's Grapefruit slices, for garnish Instructions: Combine the raspberries, sugar and 3/4 cup water in a small saucepan. Bri...
Baked Tamarind and Seedcrusted Turkey Leg 1 turkey leg, about 3 to 4 pounds 6 ounces tamarind pods or 1/3 cup tamarind paste mixed with 3/4 cup water 2 tablespoons sesame seeds 2 tablespoons cumin seeds 2 teaspoon celery seeds 1 tablespoon cracked black pepper 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 shallots, peeled and cut in h...
Fried Calamari with Spicy Anchovy Mayonnaise 1 egg, at room temperature* 4 to 5 anchovy fillets 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley leaves 1/2 teaspoon cayenne 3/4 cup light olive oil or vegetable oil 1 pound fresh, clean calamari 4 cups light olive oil or vegetable oil 1 cup all-purpose flour...
Pork Loin with Ketchup and Onion Marmalade 1 (2 1/2 to 3-pound) pork loin Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon garlic powder 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil 1 large red onion, sliced 1/4 cup ketchup Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. For the pork: Rinse pork loin to remove ...
Chocolate Cake with Mocha Frosting 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 cups sugar 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 3 extra-large eggs, at room temperature 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2/3 cup hottest tap water 2/3 cup unsweete...
Garlic Mashed Potatoes 6 Yukon Gold Potatoes, peeled and quartered 4 cups water 1 head garlic roasted 4 tablespoons butter 4 to 5 heavy cream, heated 2 tablespoons fresh bacon bits Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Instructions: Cook the potatoes in 4 cups water for 30 minutes or until soft. Drain. Pass th...
Creamy Dilled Cucumber Salad 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1 small clove garlic, finely grated Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 small cucumbers, such as Kirby, chopped 1 shallot, chopped (about 1/2 cup) 1/4 cup fresh dill, coarsely chopped, plus more, for serving 1/4 cup fres...
Cat Lady Quilt Pie 3 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced into quarters (approximately 6 cups) 4 ounces dark chocolate (70% cacao), roughly chopped, or 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips 3/4 cup sugar 6 tablespoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest All-purpose flour, for dusting 2 batches Butter Pie Dough, ...
The Ultimate Crab Cakes Extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion, finely minced 4 garlic cloves, finely minced 1 1/2 pounds jumbo lump crabmeat 1 1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs (made from 4 or 5 slices white bread with the crusts removed and processed in food processor) 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, plus more if needed 1 large egg wh...
Silver Dollar Pancakes 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3 1/2 tablespoons baking powder 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar 1 egg 1 1/4 cups milk 3 tablespoons butter, melted Oil 1 1/2 cups sour cream 1 shallot, minced 1/4 cup dill, chopped 1/4 capers, chopped 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 pound smoked salmon, cut into 1-inch ...
Eboo's Wild Scuppernong Pie 6 cups black and bronze scuppernongs 1 1/4 cups water 2 cups sugar 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 cup cornstarch 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) margarine 2 store-bought roll-out pie crusts 1 egg, beaten Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Separate the pulp and skins of the ...
Lemon Knots 12 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 2 cups granulated sugar 12 teaspoons baking powder 12 tablespoons all-vegetable shortening, such as Crisco 1/2 cup 2-percent milk 2 teaspoons lemon extract 12 eggs 2 drops cinnamon oil 2 cups powdered sugar 1/4 cup milk or water Instructions: For the lemon kn...
Whole-Wheat Cinnamon-Raisin Bread 2 cups bread flour, plus more for dusting 2 cups whole-wheat flour 1/4 cup nonfat dry milk 1 large egg 2 tablespoons canola oil, plus more for brushing 3 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 teaspoons instant dry yeast Nonstick cooking spray 2/3 cup raisins 1 tablespoon plus 1 teas...
Cherry Pecan Spread on Corn Muffins 1 (6.5-ounce) package cornbread and muffin mix (recommended: Betty Crocker) 1 egg 1/3 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1/2 cup frozen whole corn kernels, thawed 1 (8-ounce) container strawberry cream cheese (recommended: Philadelphia) 1/4 cup mascarpone cheese 1/4 cup chopped dr...
Roasted Chestnuts and Brussels Sprouts 2 pounds chestnuts 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons minced shallots 1/4 cup minced fresh herbs Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. With a sharp knife, score each chestnut 1/4-inch deep...
Mike Mills' Beef Ribs Four 2 1/4- to 2 1/2-pound racks center cut beef ribs Magic Dust dry rub, recipe follows Apple City Barbecue Sauce, recipe follows 4 cups apple juice in a spray bottle 1/2 cup paprika 1/4 cup kosher salt, finely ground 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup powdered mustard 1/4 cup chili powder 1/4 cup ground cumi...
Eggberts Sunriser 2 to 3 cups canola oil, for frying 6 cups frozen hash browns Salt and freshly ground black pepper 18 to 20 frozen mini potato wedges 4 tablespoons butter 2 cups diced ham 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced, optional 1 medium onion, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 2 cu...
Corsican Chestnut Beignets 1 1/4 cups warm milk (110 degrees F) 1 egg, beaten 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups chestnut flour Pinch salt Oil, for frying 1 cup honey Powdered sugar, for garnish, optional 1 package active dry yeast 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening Instructions: Preheat the f...
Easy German Potato Salad 2 pounds white new potatoes, cut in half Kosher salt Extra-virgin olive oil 8 bacon slices, cut into lardons 1 onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice 1/2 cup chicken stock 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1 bunch fresh chives, finely chopped Instructions: Toss the potatoes in a medium saucepan, cover generou...
Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Cookies or 3/4 cup Crisco® Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup Jif® Creamy Peanut Butter 2 large egg 1 tsp. vanilla extract Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray 3/4 stick Crisco® Baking Sticks Butter Flavor All-Veget...
Steamed Egg Custard 1/4 pound medium raw shrimp, shelled, deveined and diced 2 tablespoons chopped Virginia ham 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon white pepper 4 eggs, lightly beaten 1 1/4 cups water 1 tablespoon chopped green onion 2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Instructions: In ...
Shrimp and Mahi Mahi Citrus Ceviche 12 ounces large shrimp, shelled, deveined, halved and diced Kosher salt 12 ounces boneless, skinless mahi mahi fillets (or other firm white fish) 6 ribs celery 1/4 cup lime juice Juice of 1 orange 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Freshly cracked black pepper 2 tab...
Jerk Cream 2 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream 1 tablespoon Jimmy's Jamaican Jerk Marinade, recipe follows 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon Roasted Garlic Puree, recipe follows 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon Hungarian paprika 1/4 teaspoon Spanish paprika 1/4 teaspoon chile powder 1/8 teaspoon Angel Dust...
Dumpling Soup With Bacon and Snow Peas 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2 tablespoons minced peeled ginger 1 bunch scallions, chopped Kosher salt 1 teaspoon sugar 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons sesame oil Freshly ground pepper 4 ounces snow peas, trimmed and cut...
Camarones A La Diabla Thirty-two 16/20 shrimp, deveined 1 teaspoon chopped garlic 2 ounces extra-virgin olive oil 8 drops Worcestershire sauce 15 Mexican chiles de arbol 10 large Roma tomatoes 8 ounces freshly squeezed orange juice 1 teaspoon salt, or more if needed 3 chipotle chiles, from a 12-ounce can chi...
Sunny's Easy Breakfast Cottage Pie 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or unsalted butter 1 pound maple-flavored and/or spicy breakfast sausage (loose in the large tube) 2 links (8 ounces) Mexican chorizo One 14-ounce bag frozen fire-roasted or charred onions and peppers, chopped Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper...
Caramelized Orange Parfait 8 oranges 1/2 cup turbinado sugar 1/4 cup orange liqueur 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 1 cup heavy cream 1 large vanilla bean, split, seeds scraped 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling, optional 1/2 teaspo...
Roasted Pork Butt 1 (5-pound) pork shoulder, bone-in, untrimmed and not tied Salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 cup Creole seasoning 1/2 cup olive oil Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Season all sides of the pork with salt and pepper. Combine the Creole seasoning and olive oil in a small bowl to make a ...
Zinfully Delicious Short Ribs 12 bone-in meaty beef short ribs of similar weight and size Salt and freshly ground black pepper About 1 teaspoon allspice, or a couple pinches ground cloves About 1 tablespoon smoked sweet paprika, a scant palmful 4 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil 4 large cloves garlic 1 red Fresno chi...
Virgin Blueberry Fizz 1/4 cup fresh blueberries, plus 3 blueberries for garnish 1 ounce Fresh Mint Syrup, recipe follows A hefty splash of sparkling lemonade 1 small sprig fresh mint, for garnish 3/4 cup sugar 1 large bunch fresh mint (about 1 ounce) Instructions: Add the blueberries to a lowball glass and crush...
Drunken Chicken Kosher salt One 3 1/2- to 4-pound whole chicken, trimmed of excess fat 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and sliced into 5 coins 1 whole scallion, cut in half 1 cup Shaoxing rice wine 2 teaspoons granulated sugar 1 tablespoon goji berries, optional Thinly sliced scallions soaked in ice water, for garnish, opt...
Berries and Cream Cake Roll Crisco® Flour No-Stick Spray 4 large eggs, separated 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp. vanilla extract 3/4 cup Pillsbury SOFTASILK® Cake Flour, or Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour 3/4 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt Powdered sugar 1 cup Smucker's® Strawberry Preserves, or Smucker's® Low Suga...
Poached Cajun Shrimp 2 quarts water 2 cups white wine 5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning 3 pounds (16/20 count per pound) fresh shrimp, shell on Instructions: In a stock pot bring water, white wine, and Cajun seasoning to a boil. Add shrimp to liquid reduce to simmer and cook until shrimp turns pink, about 8 minutes. Remove...
Fresh Classic Grape Salsa 2 cups coarsely chopped California seedless grapes (use all three colors) 1/2 cup chopped green onions 1/2 cup diced fresh chilies (or diced, canned Anaheim chilies) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro* 2 tablespoons vinegar 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon bottled hot pe...
Multigrain Waffles 1 1/2 cups whole-wheat pastry flour 1/4 cup cornmeal 1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 1 tablespoon wheat germ, optional 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 3 tablespoons grapeseed or vegetable oil, plus more for brushing waffle iron 3 table...
Funfettiand#174; Brownie Cut-Outs Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray 1 (19.4 oz.) package Pillsbury Funfetti Chocolate Fudge Brownie Mix, seasonal variety of choice 1/2 cup Crisco® Pure Vegetable Oil 1/4 cup water 2 large eggs 1 (16 oz.) container Pillsbury® Vanilla Frosting Food color, see variations below Instru...
Slow-Cooker Lasagna Soup 1 pound ground beef 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 cups chicken broth One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes One 8-ounce can tomato sauce 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 teaspoon dried oregano 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 larg...
Confetti Cups 19 vanilla sandwich cookies 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 pint vanilla ice cream, slightly softened 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles 2 ounces white chocolate shavings Sweetened whipped cream, for serving, optional Instructions: For the confetti cups: Line each cup of a 12-cup muffi...
Dark Chocolate Chipotle Cookies 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups (4 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch cubes, softened 2 cups packed light brown sugar 1 1/2 cups sugar, plus 1/2 cup for topping 1/2 cup cocoa powder, sifted 2 teaspoons crushed, dried chipotle peppers 4 eggs ...
Maytag Blue Mac and Cheese 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 cups milk Freshly ground white pepper 1/2 pound crumbled blue cheese (recommended: Maytag) 2 egg yolks, beaten Dash hot sauce (recommended: Crystal) Salt 1 pound small pasta shells, cooked until al dente 1 cup fine dried b...
Sweet-n-Sour Pork Chops 1 tablespoon sesame oil Salt and ground black pepper 4 (4-ounce) boneless pork loin chops 1 cup apricot preserves 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger 1/4 cup chopped scallions Instructions: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season pork chops all...
Oysters with Prosecco Granita 2 cups Prosecco 1/2 cup Champagne vinegar 1 shallot, finely chopped 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 2 cups rock salt for plating (optional) 12 oysters, freshest and your favorite variety or a mix- whatever you like Instructions: Combine all of th...
Corn on the Cob with Chili and Lime 4 ears sweet corn, shucked and cleaned 1 lime, wedges 1/2 stick butter, cut into pats Chili powder, for sprinkling Salt Instructions: Simmer corn 6 to 8 minutes in water. Drain and arrange the ears on a shallow plate in a single row. Squeeze all of the ears liberally with lime juice....
Mocha Whoopie Pies with Caramel Buttercream Nonstick cooking spray 2 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook?s Note) 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (not Dutch process) 1 1/2 tablespoons instant espresso powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon fine salt 1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar 10 tablespoons (1 stick plus 2 tabl...
Chocolate Cookies with White Chocolate Chips and Peanuts 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 cup all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note) 1/4 cup natural cocoa powder (not Dutch process) 1/2 teasp...
Fish Maw Soup 2 ounces processed fish maw (hot sandblasted, see Cook's Note) 8 thin slices fresh ginger 6 cups chicken broth 8 medium dry black mushrooms, rehydrated for 20 minutes, destemmed, and cut into thin strips 1 tablespoon cornstarch 3 tablespoons water 2 egg whites, beaten with salt and white pepper 1 cup juli...
Sardine Salad Sandwich Two 3.75-ounce cans oil-packed skinless, boneless sardines, drained 2 stalks celery, finely chopped 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Kosher salt and f...
Throwdown's Chocolate-Coconut Bread Pudding with Passion Fruit Sauce 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped 1 1/4 cups heavy cream 17 ounces brioche (crust removed), cut into 1 1/2-inch dice 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 3 cup heavy cream 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk 1 1/4 cups pure cane sugar 1/2 va...
Smoked Paprika Dry-Rubbed Pulled Pork Sandwiches 3 tablespoons smoked paprika 2 tablespoons coarsely ground black pepper 2 tablespoons coarse salt 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon brown sugar One 5- to 7-pound Boston pork butt Two 12-ounce bottles wheat ale beer 1 cup store-bought barbe...
The Best Key Lime Pie 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (see Cook's Note) 1/4 cup brown sugar Pinch of kosher salt 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted 2 cups sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup sour cream 1 cup Key lime juice, preferably fresh-squeezed 2 large egg yolks 1/4 teaspoon kos...
Grilled Avocado and Scallop Salad 1 1/2 tablespoons achiote paste*, crumbled or 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 1 orange, juiced 2 limes, juiced 1 medium garlic clove, peeled and minced 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Pinch sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 12 large sea scallops Extra-virgin olive oil Extra-virgin ol...
Bacon, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Burgers 1 1/2 pounds 80/20 ground beef Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 8 slices bacon 4 slices Cheddar or American cheese 4 soft hamburger buns, split 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 4 large eggs 1/3 cup spicy ketchup Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Sha...
Portuguese-Style Pan-Fried Hake 2 medium ripe tomatoes (12 ounces) 3 tablespoons olive oil, preferably Portuguese 2 bay leaves 3 whole allspice berries, cracked and finely chopped 3 or 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium green bell pepper (about 6 ounces), thinly sliced 1 medium onion (about 6 ounces), thinly sliced 1/4 c...
Phyllo Onion and Dill Purses 1 package phyllo dough 2 large onions, sliced, 1 1/2 cups 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon ground toasted coriander seed 1/4 cup freshly chopped dill Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large saute pan hea...
Carved Baked Ham 1 (10-pound) bone-in shank-half ham (not pre-cooked) 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons honey 3 tablespoons brown sugar Instructions: Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Place ham in a roasting pan, preferably with a rack. Roast uncovered to an internal temperature of 140 degrees F as measured with a...
Lemon Pecan Slab Pie Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking sheet Two 14.1-ounce boxes refrigerated pie crust (4 crusts total) 2 cups firmly packed dark brown sugar 1 cup granulated sugar 4 large eggs 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons finely grated l...
Meyer Lemon Lobster Cocktail 2 (6-ounce) lobster tails 2 tablespoons butter, softened 1 Meyer lemon, juiced Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 pint limoncello liqueur 1 cup club soda Instructions: Remove lobster meat from shell. Skewer the lobster with a 10-inch skewer. Whip butter and lemon juice together to ma...
Braised Short Ribs of Beef with Red Wine, Apricots, and Black Olives 8 beef short ribs (6 ounces each) or beef flanken Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour, for dusting 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 ounces smoked bacon, cut into 1 by 1/4-inch lardons 2 medium carrots, p...
Grilled Chicken with Spinach and Pine Nut Pesto 2 boneless chicken breasts 2 cups lightly packed baby spinach leaves (about 2 ounces) 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 to 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel 1/3 cup plus 2 teaspoons olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/3 cup freshly grat...
Tortilla Pizza 2 flour tortillas 2 roma tomatoes, sliced 2 fajitas, leftover from Fajita Skewers, recipe follows 1/2 cup shredded Jack cheese 1/4 cup lime juice 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1 tablespoon hot sauce 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 tablespoon chili powder Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 green peppers 2 ...
Barbequed Tofu 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves fresh chopped garlic 1/2 red onion, chopped 1/2 white onion, chopped 1/2 bell pepper, chopped 1 celery stick, chopped Salt Pinch curry 2 packages medium firm tofu, diced Barbeque sauce Instructions: Preheat grill to medium. Heat up a pan over the grill and add olive oil. ...