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Tortilla Pizzas with Feta Cheese, Tomatoes, and Olives 4 (8inch) flour (wheat) tortillas 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 4 plum tomatoes, finely diced 12 black olives (such as Kalamata or oilcured olives) pitted and halved 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced paper thin 1/2 cup thin slivers red onion 4 teaspoons...
Potato and Smoked Salmon Kugel 1 cup chicken fat 1 onion, sliced 4 russet potatoes, peeled, grated, and liquid squeezed out 1 bunch dill, chopped Salt 1 pound sliced smoked salmon Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Brush an 8 by12 lasagna dish with 2 tablespoons of chicken fat. In a medium skillet over medium...
Orange-Lime Pie with Meringue Topping 18 sheets cinnamon graham crackers, broken up 1 stick unsalted butter, melted 4 large eggs, separated 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk Zest of 1 lime Zest of 1 orange 1/4 cup fresh lime juic 1/4 cup fresh orange juice 1/4 cup sugar Instructions: Position a rack in the middle...
Veggie Tortilla Pizza 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium zucchini, finely chopped 1 medium yellow squash, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped 1 package (10 count) low-carb whole wheat tortillas 3 ounces herbed goat cheese (optional) 1/2 cup shredded low-fat mozzarella 1 bunch fresh basi...
Toasted Barley Salad with Red Bell Pepper, Corn and Grilled Portobello Mushrooms 1/2 cup pearl barley 1 1/2 cups canned vegetable broth 1 large poblano chili or green bell pepper 1 small red bell pepper 2 large plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped (about 1 cup) 1 cup fresh corn kernels 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup ...
Mojo Fries Nonstick spray 2 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed well 1/4 cup canola oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Zest of 1 lime 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint Pinch of red pepper flakes In...
Triple Mushroom Soup 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cups coarsely chopped fresh shiitake mushrooms 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh button mushrooms 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh oyster mushrooms 1 teaspoon fresh minced ginger 3 tablespoons cornstarch 3 cups vegetable broth 1 cup half-and-half 1 1/2 tablespoons...
Crudites Slaw with Honey-Mustard Dressing 4 cups leftover crudites, such as carrots, broccoli, celery, sugar sharp peas and cauliflower 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons grainy mustard 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons honey 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar 3 tablespoons sour cream Kosher s...
Crispy Oven-Fried M-80 Chicken Wings 4 pounds chicken wings, drums and flats (wing tips not attached) 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt Nonstick cooking spray, for the rack 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup chile sambal 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 5 tablespoons u...
Easy Apricot Glazed Chicken One 5-to-6-pound roasting chicken, giblets removed Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, optional 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/4 cup apricot preserves 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon cider vinegar 1 ...
Mixed Roasted Potatoes with Herb Butter 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes 1 1/2 pounds red potatoes 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes Kosher salt 1 tablespoon canola oil Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage 1 tablespoon chopped fre...
Apple Pie Bars 1 pound (4 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 1/2 pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, qua...
Stewed Pumpkin 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 1/2 pounds Calabaza (see Note), seeded, peeled, and cut into 3/4 inch chunks 1 large clove garlic, finely chopped 1/4 cup water 3 green onions, white, light green, and a little of the dark green part, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black peppe...
Mustard Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Armagnac, Rutabaga and Golden Beet 1/2 quart golden beet juice 1 quart rutabaga juice 1 1/4 cup pork glace (made from rich ham hock stock) 8 green cardamom pods 1 tablespoon lemon oil Salt and pepper to taste 2 medium golden beets, scrubbed and roasted until tender 1/2 medium rutaba...
Hines' Classic Burger 8 slices bacon 1 pound ground beef 1/4 cup chopped red onion 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt, such as Lowry's Salt and freshly ground black pepper Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 slices Cheddar 4 slices pepper Jack cheese 4 hamburger buns 12 pickle slices 4...
Linzer Cookies 1/4 cup (1 1/2-ounces) hazelnuts 1/2 cup (2 1/2 ounces) whole unblanched almonds 1/4 cup granulated sugar, plus 1/4 cup, plus 2 tablespoons 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 2 cups plus 4 tablespoons unbleached pastry flour or unbleached all-purpose flour 4 extra-large eggs, hard-boiled 8 ounces (2 sticks) un...
Turkey Meatballs with Spaghetti Squash in Tomato Sauce 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 pounds spaghetti squash 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped One 16-ounce can San Marzano diced tomatoes One 16-ounce can San Marzano tomato sauce 2 pounds ground turkey meat 1 loaf Italian bread, chopped 1 cup milk 1 cup grated Parmes...
Moroccan Couscous 1 cinnamon stick 1 teaspoon black peppercorns 1/2 teaspoon white peppercorns 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon coriander seeds 1 teaspoon whole allspice 1/2 teaspoon whole cloves 2 cardamom pods 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated...
Lamb Chops with Greens and Crispy Orecchiette Pasta with Walnut-Rosemary Pesto Salt 1 pound orecchiette pasta 1 1/2 cups walnuts 7 to 8 stems rosemary, 1/4 to 1/3 cup leaves, loosely packed 2 cloves garlic, cracked from skin Black pepper 3 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1/2 to 3/4 cup grated P...
Sausage and Clam Soup 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 8 ounces hot Italian sausage, thinly sliced 1 small onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 6-ounce can (3/4 cup) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 1/2 bunch kale, trimmed and roughly chopped 1 28-ounce can whole peele...
Broccoli Stalk Salad with Goji Berries and Bacon 6 cups cut broccoli stalks 1 cup sliced almonds 1 cup cooked bacon, loosely chopped 1 cup shredded carrots 1 cup thinly sliced red onions 2 tablespoons goji berries 1/3 cup grade B maple syrup 3 tablespoons whole-grain Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons chopped shallots 2 table...
Grilled Sheet Pan Paella 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon saffron 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 4 links precooked chorizo (about 12 ounces), cut into 1-inch chunks 1 medium onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped Kosher salt 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 cups long-grain rice 1...
Seared Sea Scallops in Beurre Blanc with Baby Spring Vegetables in Puff Pastry 1 sheet of frozen puff pastry, thawed and cut into 4 1/2-inch diameter circles 1 egg, lightly beaten Sea salt 1 cup sweet baby peas, frozen or fresh 2 bunches baby carrots, trimmed and peeled with a little stem left on 1 pound sea scallops K...
Toasted Spice Rub Almonds 1 pound shelled almonds, preferably unsalted 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 teaspoons sea salt, preferably gray salt 3 tablespoons Toasted Spice Rub, recipe follows 1/4 cup fennel seeds 1 tablespoon coriander seeds 1 tablespoon black peppercorns 1 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes 1/4 cup...
Cinnamon Sugar Graham Cupcakes 3 1/4 cups cake flour, sifted 1 tablespoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 cup or 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature 1 1/2 cups sugar 5 large egg, separated into 5 yolks and reserving only 3 egg wh...
Pepper Caponata 4 red bell peppers, halved and seeded 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more, for drizzling Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 small onion, chopped 1/4 cup raisins 2 tablespoons drained brined capers 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 cups arugula Instructions: Position an oven rack in the t...
Buffalo Puppies 3 ounces cream cheese 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup crumbled strong blue cheese, such as Maytag blue 2 ribs celery, finely chopped (about 1 cup), plus extra ribs cut into sticks for serving 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 48 cocktail hot dogs 1/4 cup hot pepper sauce, plus extra for drizzling, such as Frank's...
Tuna Puttanesca Salt 1 pound penne pasta 3 tablespoons EVOO, extra-virgin olive oil 2 cans (about 5.5 to 6 ounces each) Italian tuna in oil or water, drained well 6 large cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes A generous handful black olives (Gaeta, kalamata or oil-cured), pitted and ...
Sweet Potato and Carrot Latkes with Spiced Apple-Cranberry Relish 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped Kosher salt 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves (from 3 to 4 sprigs) 3 tablespoons light brown sugar 4 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and finely ch...
Vega Margarita 1 lime wedge Sea salt, for the rim, optional 2 ounces reposado tequila, preferably a top shelf brand 1 1/2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice 1 ounce orange-flavored liqueur, such as Grand Marnier 1/2 ounce agave syrup Ice cubes, for shaking and serving Instructions: Make a vertical slice into the lime w...
Pithiviers 1 3/4 cups flour 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon iced water 1/2 cup plus 6 tablespoons (1 3/4 sticks) unsalted butter 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 cup sliced almonds, blanched 9 tablespoons (1 stick plus 1 tablespoon) unsalt...
Vegetable Stock 2 tomatoes 1 onion, peeled 1 leek, trimmed and washed 2 shallots, peeled 4 garlic cloves, peeled 2 celery ribs, washed 1 carrot, trimmed and peeled 6 corn cobs, without kernels (optional) 1 parsnip, trimmed and scrubbed (optional) 1 fennel bulb (optional) 1 gallon water 1 small bunch parsley 1 small bun...
Chicken Stir Fry 2 Tbsp. Mrs. Dash® Original Seasoning Blend 2 Tbsp. peanut oil 2 garlic cloves, slivered 2 tsp. ginger, grated 3 scallions cut into 1 inch lengths, white and green parts 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4 inch wide strips Instructions: Low-Sodium Recipe 1. Heat an 8 inch sauté pan ...
(Web Exclusive) Round 2 Recipe: Oven Baked Fried Chicken 1 cup buttermilk 1 tablespoon hot sauce 2 chicken legs 2 chicken thighs 2 chicken wings 2 cups panko breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning Salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: In a large bowl mix together the buttermilk with the hot sauce. Add ...
The Hurricane Port-A-Shrimp 6 ounces 51/60 gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined One 5-inch portabella mushroom cap 2 ounces garlic butter (homemade or store-bought) 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan Salt and ground pepper 1 to 2 slices garlic bread, for serving Instructions: Remove the woody stem from and wash the Porta...
Salmon Kushiyaki 1/4 cup mirin 1/4 cup sake 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup light miso 1 1/2 pounds center-cut, skin-on salmon, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes 6 shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and quartered Vegetable oil, for the grill grates Kosher salt Furikake or shichimi togarashi, for serving Instructions:...
Beer Batter for Fritters 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup flat beer 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 2 medium egg whites, beaten until they hold stiff peaks Instructions: Into a bowl sift together flour and salt. Make a well in the center, pour in the beer and add the oil in a stream, stirring constantly until ...
Vegetable Fritto Misto with Lemon Mayonnaise 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons fine sea salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper Vegetable oil, for frying 1 small cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets 4 ounces green beans, halved 1 fennel bulb, trimmed and sliced into 1-inch pieces 1 cup garbanzo beans, drained and ri...
Brainwash Flat-Iron Chicken Sandwich 4 chicken breasts, trimmed of fat 4 cups Chicken Marinade, recipe follows 4 tablespoons Walnut Pesto, recipe follows 4 fresh panini rolls, sliced 8 tablespoons Chipotle Aioli, recipe follows 4 slices tomato 8 slices Monterey Jack Cheese 4 tablespoons Three-Onion Marmalade, recipe fo...
Inca Red Quinoa Salad with Sweet Apple Chicken Sausage 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped 1/2 cup red pepper, diced 1/4\ 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped (reserve leaves for garnish) 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup pomegranate juice 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp honey 4 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp orange peel, freshly grat...
Cardamom-Orange French Toast 1 1/2 cups whole milk 4 large eggs 1 tablespoon light brown sugar 1 teaspoon lightly packed orange zest 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 8 (1-inch thick) slices sweet batard or brioche 3 or 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick) Honeyed S...
Soft-Shell Crab BLTs 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 4 teaspoons horseradish 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon hot sauce 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 6 slices bacon 1/2 cup instant flour (such as Wondra) 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning, plus more for sprinkling 4 large soft-shell crabs (4 ...
Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings Canola oil, for frying 36 chicken drumettes Salt and freshly ground black pepper Seasoning salt 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves 2 cups yellow mustard 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 lemons, juiced Lemon-pepper seasoning 1 (30-ounce) jar mayonnaise 1 lemon, zested and juiced Salt and fre...
Shrimp Marinara over Linguine 1 pound linguine pasta 2 teaspoons olive oil 2 shallots 2 cloves garlic 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes One 15-ounce can diced tomatoes One 15-ounce can tomato sauce 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined Wilted Mustard Greens with ...
Fudge Cake with Stout Glaze Nonstick cooking spray 16 tablespoons (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 2 cups granulated sugar 1 cup coffee, warm 2 large eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup Dutch Process unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Double Dutch Dark Cocoa powder 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspo...
Crispy Air-Fryer Tofu One 1-pound block extra-firm tofu 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil or vegetable oil 1 teaspoon rice or white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon honey Kosher salt 3 tablespoons mayonnaise Kosher salt 1 scallion, thinly sliced Chili oil or Asian hot sauce Instructio...
Fish and Chips with Tartar Sauce Vegetable oil 3 cups dry wheat breakfast cereal squares 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 packet garlic ranch dressing mix 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 pound Halibut fillets cut into 3 by 1-inch strips 2 eggs, lightly beaten Chips, recipe follows Tartar Sauce, recipe follows 1/4 cup sweet relish 1 cup m...
Warm French Lentils 2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup good olive oil 1 leek, white and light green parts, sliced 1/4-inch thick 2 carrots, scrubbed and 1/2-inch diced 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 cup French green Le Puy lentils 1 whole onion, peeled and stuck with 6 whole cloves 1 white turnip, cut in half 1 teaspoon unsalted...
Meyer Lemon Olive Oil Rosemary Muffins with Candied Pansies 4 cups whole-wheat pastry flour 3 teaspoons baking powder 2 pinches salt 2 cups granulated sugar 2 Meyer lemons, zested and juiced 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 6 eggs Candied Pansies, recipe follows 4 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves Pansy pe...
Spicy Italian Sausage and Cheese Bread 1 recipe Basic Pizza Dough, recipe follows, or storebought refrigerated pizza dough from a can or tube 2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal 1 tablespoons olive oil 3/4 pound mild Italian sausage, remove from the casings 1 cup diced yellow onions 1 teaspoon chopped garlic 1/2 teaspoons cr...
Crab Cake Medalions 1/4 pound fresh crabmeat 1 tablespoon chopped capers 2 tablespoons bread crumbs 1 tablespoon grainy mustard Sea salt 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley leaves 2 tablespoons olive oil Lemon wedges, for garnish Instructions: Mix every thing together in a large bowl, knee...
One-Pot Cheeseburger Macaroni 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 large onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Pinch crushed red pepper flakes, optional Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 pound ground beef, 80/20 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 tablespoon Dijon must...
Home Again Honey Glazed Brisket 1 (4-pound) beef brisket 1 tablespoon Irvine Spices Smokey Rotisserie Seasoning 1 tablespoon garlic powder 2 teaspoons salt 1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (your choice) 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 to 1/2 cup honey Instructions: Rinse brisket and dry well with pa...
Seared Ahi Tuna with Ginger Beets and Seaweed Salad 1 (4-ounce) Ahi tuna steak 2 ounces Ginger Beets, recipe follows 2 ounces Seaweed Salad, recipe follows 1 quart roasted beets, peeled and diced 2 cups diced red onions 2 cups peeled and diced carrots 1/2-ounce fresh ginger root, peeled and julienned 8 fluid ounces Nam...
Spicy Spreadable Cheesecake 2 cups flaky butter crackers 4 tablespoons butter, melted 6 ounces sharp cheddar 1 teaspoon lime zest 1 tablespoon flour 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 tablespoon lime juice 24 ounces cream cheese 2 large eggs 1/2 cup minced white onion 1 tablespoon horseradish 1 1/2 teaspoons hot red pepper sau...
Mini Corn Dogs Vegetable oil, for deep-frying 7 hot dogs, cut in half crosswise 1 cup yellow cornmeal 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 large eggs 1 cup buttermilk Ketchup and mustard, for serving Instructions: Heat...
Classic Potato Salad 3 pounds red potatoes Kosher salt 6 large eggs 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons yellow mustard 2 stalks celery, chopped 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 2 fresh chives, chopped 1 white onion, finely chopped Freshly ground pepper Instructions: Place the potatoes and 2 heaping tablespoons of salt in...
Slow-Cooker Beef Stew 3 pounds lean rump roast, chuck pot roast, sirloin tip, top round or bottom round, cut into 2-inch cubes One (750-milliliter) bottle red wine 1 carrot, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 stalk celery, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 onion, coarsely chopped 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into matchsticks (lardons) 2...
GZ Fizz 5 cucumber slices 1/2 ounce simple syrup 2 ounces gin 3/4 ounce lime juice Splash ginger beer Rosemary sprig, for garnish Instructions: Muddle 4 of the cucumber slices with the simple syrup. Add the gin and lime juice, and shake vigorously over ice. Strain into an iced highball glass. Top with a splas...
Silver Fizz Cocktail 1 pink grapefruit, such as Ruby red 2 ounces vodka Prosecco, for serving Instructions: Remove 2 strips of zest from the grapefruit; juice the grapefruit (you should have about 4 ounces juice). Divide the vodka and grapefruit juice between 2 champagne flutes. Top off with prosecco. Garnish with ...
Crab Parfait 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon ketchup Pinch cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1 shallot, minced 1/2 lemon, juiced 1 tablespoon chopped parsley Salt and pepper, to taste 1 pound crabmeat, shredded 1 tablespoon capers 2 mangoes, diced 2 cups baby mixed greens, chopped fine Toasted baguette slic...
Deviled Crabs 1 large yellow onion, cut into large pieces 1 stalk celery, cut into large pieces 1/2 medium red bell pepper, cut into large pieces 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more, melted, for brushing 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons dry sherry 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning 1/4 ...
Double-Fried French Fries 4 (4 to 5-inches long) russet potatoes (about 2 pounds) 2 quarts canola oil 1 tablespoons fine-grain sea salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Peel potatoes on the sides, leaving the ends with the skin on. Cut the potatoes into 1/3-inch slices and then slice into 1/3-inch s...
Red Hot Margarita 1 cup sugar 8 cinnamon sticks 1 cup spicy cinnamon candies, such as Red Hots 1/4 cup sugar 2 cups ice cubes 2 teaspoons kosher salt 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon chile-lime seasoning, such as Tajin Juice of 2 limes, plus 1/2 lime for rimming glasses Juice of 1 bloo...
Autumn Panzanella 1/4 cup unsalted butter 12 cups crust-free cubed day-old bread (1/2-inch cubes)* 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan Freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 yellow onion, coarsely chopped Sea salt, preferably gray salt Freshly ground black pepper 6 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/2 cup ex...
J J's Smoked Gouda Vegetable Soup 10 strips bacon, diced 1 1/2 cups sliced onion 2 or more cloves garlic, mashed and chopped 2 carrots, cut in half lengthwise and sliced 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced (or crushed) tomatoes (do not drain) Salt and pepper to taste 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini or Great Northern beans (do not d...
Corn Tortilla Soup 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic 2 tablespoons minced fresh jalapenos 1 1/2 cups chopped red onion 1 teaspoon ground cumin 9 cups chicken stock 16 (6 to 8inch) corn tortillas 1/2 cup chopped scallions 1 lime, juiced 1/4 cup chopped cilantro Garnish: sour cream, fried leeks, diced to...
Spinach Feta Triangles 1 tablespoon butter 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped 1 pkg frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 8 sheets phyllo 1 cup crumbled feta cheese 1 stick butter, melted Salt Pepper Instructions: In a skillet melt butter and cook onion for about 3 minutes or until softened. Remov...
Fried Fish Bites with Sweet Potato Fries and Spicy Mayo 1 1/4 cups mayonnaise 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (from 1 medium lime) 8 cilantro sprigs, stems trimmed 2 medium garlic cloves 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 4 cups vegetable oil 2 large sweet potat...
Olive Oil Cake 1/4 cup orange juice concentrate 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup milk 1 Tbs. fresh orange zest 2 large eggs 1 cup sugar 1 cup cake flour 1-1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts 2 oranges, segmented Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together o...
Parmesan Lavash Chips with Creamy Tomato-Basil Dip Two 9-by-12-inch whole wheat lavash breads 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup finely grated Parmesan 1 cup tomato-basil sauce, such as Giada De Laurentiis for Target Tomato-Basil Sauce 1/4 cup (2 ounces) creamy gorgonzola, at room temperature 1/4 cup (2 ounces)...
How to Make Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream | Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream 3 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 3/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract Kosher salt 5 large egg yolks Instructions: Whisk the cream, milk, sugar, vanilla and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Bea...
\21\ Apple Pie 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 6 ounces cold, unsalted butter, cut into cubes, plus butter for the pie tin 1/4 to 1/3 cup ice cold water 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter 12 large apples such as Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and sliced into eighths (about 14 cups) Juice of 2 lemons (abou...
Peach Raspberry Shortcakes 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar, plus extra for sprinkling 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt 12 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), diced 2 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup heavy cream, chilled 1 egg beaten with 2 tablespoons water or milk, for...
General Tso's Crispy Chicken Sandwich 1/2 cup hoisin sauce 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar or rice vinegar 3 tablespoons soy sauce 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1 1/2 quarts (6 cups) vegetable oil 1 cup buttermilk 2 large eggs 1 1/2 cups cornstarch 1/...
Essential Thanksgiving Herbed Stuffing 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for buttering baking dish 4 celery stalks, finely chopped (about 2 cups) 2 medium onions, finely chopped (about 3 cups) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for garnish 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage 1 tablespoon cho...
Italian Mozzarella Roll-Ups 4 slices prosciutto 1 jarred roasted red pepper One 8-ounce tube refrigerated crescent roll dough 1/4 cup pesto, plus more for serving 16 frozen mozzarella sticks Marinara sauce, for serving Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parch...
Creamy Mashed Potatoes 5 pounds russet or Yukon gold potatoes 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened, plus 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick), optional One 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 to 1 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper Instructions: Preheat the oven to ...
Tomato Cream Sauce with Tuna 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 8 large sundried tomatoes, chopped 12 black olives, pitted (about 1/4 cup) 7 ounces canned tuna 2 cups tomato sauce or La Salsa di 5 Minuti, recipe follows 1/2 cup whipping cream Cooked penne pasta,...
Guacamole Especial 6 ripe Hass avocados 1 cup chunky salsa 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper 1/2 teaspoon red pepper powder 1/2 teaspoon diced jalapeno 1 large bag white corn tortilla chips Instructions: Cut avocados lengthwise, remove the seed, and scoop contents into a mixing bowl. Mash the avocados with a fork. Drain the li...
Matcha-Poppy Seed Panna Cotta 2 teaspoons unflavored powdered gelatin (one 1/4-ounce packet) 1 tablespoon matcha tea powder, such as Kenko or The Republic of Tea, sifted 1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons sugar 3 cups half-and-half 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 8 strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced 2 kiwis, peeled and cut into...
Gluten-Free Cornbread 1/4 cup shortening (use a non-hydrogenated shortening), plus more for greasing the pan 140 grams All-Purpose Gluten-Free Flour Mix, recipe follows 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon psyllium husk 3/4 teaspoon salt 2 large eggs 1 cup milk (you can use non-dairy milk, if y...
The Sandwich Cubano 1 loaf (12-inch) Cuban bread 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, or to taste 2 slices kosher dill pickle, very thinly sliced lengthwise 3 to 4 slices Swiss cheese 4 slices roast pork 4 slices Virginia baked ham Melted butter Instructions: In Cuba it was just called el sandwich it was here in USA that we gave ...
Skirt Steak Tacos with Roasted Tomato Salsa 8 (6-inch) flour tortillas 1 1/2 pounds skirt steak 2 tablespoons canola oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 head romaine lettuce, thinly shredded 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, halved and diced Grilled Tomato Salsa, recipe follows ...
Cheesy Creole Grits 3 cups water 1 cup milk 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup quick cooking grits 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup shredded Cheddar Instructions: In a large saucepot combine 3 cups of water, milk, Creole seasoning and salt. Bring to a boil. Whisking, add grits in a slow steady stream. Reduce...
Pasta with Chickpeas and Breadcrumbs Kosher salt 9 ounces medium shell pasta (about 2 3/4 cups) 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary Freshly ground pepper 1 large red onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, sliced 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 15-ounce can ...
Italian Eggplant Gnocchi Bake 12 ounces frozen or fresh plain gnocchi 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium white onion, diced Kosher salt 2 small Italian eggplant (about 1 pound), diced 1 1/4 cups store-bought roasted garlic marinara sauce 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 1/2 ounces shredded provol...
Roasted Tomato and Onion Dipping Sauce 5 Roma tomatoes, halved (about 1 pound)* 1 yellow or white onion, quartered 3 cloves garlic, unpeeled 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons dried thyme 1 to 2 tablespoons water Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Serving suggestion: Serve as a dipping sauce for grille...
White Chocolate-Croissant Bread Pudding 2 large eggs plus 2 egg yolks 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg Pinch kosher salt 1 cup milk 1/2 cup cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 day-old croissants, torn into 1-inch chunks (about 5 cups) 1 tablespoon...
Sunny's Nunya Business Cranberry Fluff Pie One 14-ounce can whole-berry cranberry sauce, drained 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk 1/4 cup orange juice (no pulp if possible) 8 ounces whipped topping (in a tub!) 1 prepared graham cracker crust Instructions: In a large bowl, completely mix the cranberries, conde...
Open-Faced Finger Sandwiches 9 thin slices whole-grain bread 3 tablespoons ricotta 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (1/2 lemon) Pinch kosher salt 3 thin slices prosciutto San Daniele, halved lengthwise 12 leaves baby arugula 1/2 avocado, thinly sliced 2 teaspoons toasted quinoa (see Coo...
Fried Meatloaf Sandwich with Green Tomato Jam 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1 egg 1/4 cup milk Four 3/4-inch-thick slices cold meatloaf, such as Turkey Meatloaf Coconut oil, for frying 8 slices raisin-pecan bread 2 tablespoo...
Sweet Potato Poutine 4 large sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch French fries 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons flour 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 to 3 shallots, thinly sliced Pinch sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cups organic beef stock Pinch fresh thyme leaves Pinch brown sugar Han...
Ouzo Spritz with Pickled Watermelon Rind 1 small watermelon 2 cups apple cider vinegar 1/2 cup sugar 1 tablespoon kosher salt 6 black peppercorns 1 cinnamon stick 1 whole star anise Ice, for serving 4 ounces ouzo Juice of 2 lemons 2 egg whites 1 to 2 tablespoons watermelon pickling liquid Seltzer water, for serving Min...
40-Second Omelet 2 eggs 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon butter, or 1 teaspoon oil Instructions: Beat together eggs and water until blended. In a 10-inch omelet pan heat butter until just hot enough to sizzle a drop of water. Pour in egg mixture. Mixture should set immediately at edges. With an inverted pancake turner,...
Mushroom Lovers' French Bread Pizzas 8 large portobello mushroom caps 1 pound button mushrooms 1/2 pound shiitake mushrooms 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 turns of the pan 2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces 1 bay leaf 4 large cloves garlic, finely chopped Salt and pepper 1/2 cup dry white wine, eyeball it 2...
Jerk Fried Rice Chile Relleno 1 quart steamed white rice, chilled overnight 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 cups chopped green onions 2 cups chopped jerk chicken 2 teaspoons oyster sauce 3 Anaheim chiles 1 cup grated Colby Jack cheese 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup egg whites 1 sleeve saltine crackers, preferab...
Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes 5 pounds medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup sour cream 1 1/2 to 2 cups milk, warm 2 tablespoons sliced chives Instructions: Toss the potatoes, butte...
Crispy Fragrant Duck Tacos with Asian Pear and Mango Salsa 4 tablespoons peeled and grated fresh ginger 2 tablespoons ground Sichuan peppercorns 2 tablespoons Shaohsing rice wine or dry sherry 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce 1 tablespoon light soy sauce 2 pinches sea salt 4 star anise 2 boneless duck breasts (about 1 pound...
Crunchy Orange-Almond Cookies (N'zuddi) 2 cups blanched whole almonds, divided 4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 egg 1 tablespoon grated orange zest 7 tablespoons orange juice 1 teaspoon van...