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Turkey Waldorf Bites Nonstick cooking spray 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan 2 tablespoons milk, room temperature 2 eggs, room temperature 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 4 jarred piquillo peppers, drained and finely diced 1 shallot, minced 1 pound ground turkey 1/4 cup fresh basil leav...
Lavender Lemon Drop 1 cup demerara sugar 1 ounce gin, such as Plymouth 1 ounce limoncello, store-bought or homemade, recipe follows 1/2 ounce lemon juice 1 ounce Moscato d'Asti 1 sprig fresh lavender Lemon wedge, for garnish 12 large, thick-skinned lemons, preferably Sorrento lemons, washed 1 liter inexpensive ...
Baked Artichokes with Gorgonzola and Herbs Salt 4 artichokes 3 lemons, plus 1 lemon 10 ounces mild Gorgonzola cheese, room temperature 2 tablespoons cream 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley leaves, plus 1 tablespoon 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3 ...
Croquetesa Burgers 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (about 1 ounce) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 1/2 cups heavy cream 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon...
Curried Cauliflower and Chickpea Dump Dinner Nonstick cooking spray 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth One 13.5-ounce can unsweetened coconut milk 4 cloves garlic, finely grated 1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger (from a 1- to 2-inch piece) 1 serrano chile pepper, stemmed and finely chopped (remove s...
Creamy Winter Vegetable Soup 2 large fresh bay leaves 1/4 cup EVOO 3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped or grated 2 carrots, thinly sliced 2 ribs celery with leafy tops, cut into 1/4-inch dice 2 leeks, halved and sliced into 1/4-inch pieces 2 parsnips, thinly sliced 2 medium starchy potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice...
Saffron Rice Cakes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup chopped onions 1/2 cup chopped red pepper 3/4 cup Valencia rice 2 1/2 cups chicken stock Pinch saffron threads Salt 1/2 cup frozen peas 2 eggs 1/4 cup water 2 cups panko bread crumbs 1/2 cup canola oil 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup olive tapenade Instructions: For Rice: H...
Jalapeno Corn Muffins 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, plus butter for greasing the muffin tin 1 cup fine yellow cornmeal 1 cup corn flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup whole milk 1 cup frozen corn kernels 2 tablespoons minced jalapen...
Corn on the Cob with Parmesan Cheese 1/2 cup olive oil 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves 1/2 teaspoon salt 6 ears yellow corn, husked, halved crosswise Instructions: Heat the oil in a heavy small skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute...
Butternut Squash with Thyme and Parmesan 1/2 cup chicken broth 2 boxes, 10 ounces each, frozen cooked butternut squash puree 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves Salt and pepper 1/2 cup Parmesan Instructions: In a medium pot, bring chicken stock to a simmer over medium heat. Add frozen cooked squash and cook togeth...
Chocolate-Bacon Cupcakes with Dulce De Leche Frosting 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2 teaspoons unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder 12 slices bacon, cut in half 5 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/4 cup brewed espresso or coffee 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar 1/3 cup unsweetened Dutch-p...
Herschel's Grill Paint 1/2 cup mayonnaise 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and lightly cooled but not hardened 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon dried parsley 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon...
Spaghetti and Lamb Meatballs 1 pound ground lamb 1 pound ground pork 1 cup finely grated Parmesan 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/3 cup plain breadcrumbs 1 large egg 1 clove garlic, minced Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Olive oil, for coating the pan 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 yellow onion, c...
Smoked Whole Turkey 1 cup fine salt 1/4 cup molasses 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 5 cloves smashed garlic 2 dried bay leaves Freshly cracked black pepper One 12-pound turkey 2 cups bourbon Canola oil, for coating Kosher salt Instructions: Add 2 gallons water, the fine salt, molasses...
Apple Berry Cobbler 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 cup half-and-half 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted 2 cups mixed berries (blackberry, raspberry and blueberry work well) 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lem...
Sauteed Fresh Corn 8 to 10 ears of corn on the cob (yellow or white corn) 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Remove the husks and the silk from the corn and cut the kernels off as close to the husk as possible without removing any of the husk. You...
S'mores Fondue 2 cups heavy cream 12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped 1 cup sour cream 4 graham crackers 1/4 cup roasted salted almonds 2 cups strawberries, hulled 2 cups chopped assorted fruit (1-inch chunks), such as kiwi and mango One 16-ounce bag large marshmallows Instructions: Scald the cream by wa...
Grilled Hassleback Sweet Potatoes with Molasses-Nutmeg Butter 4 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed Kosher salt 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature 3 heaping tablespoons molasses 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg Freshly...
Strawberry-Shortcake Parfait Pops Cooking spray 1 1/2 cups Special K Red Berries cereal 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 3/4 cup vanilla frozen yogurt, slightly softened 3/4 cup strawberry sorbet, slightly softened Instructions: Spray the insides of six 3-ounce paper cups with cooking spray. Pulse the cereal and co...
Cranberry - Walnut Relish 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup loosely packed dark brown sugar 1/4 cup maple syrup 3/4 cup water 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1 pound fresh or frozen cranberries 4 naval oranges, peeled and divided into segments 1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnut pieces Instruct...
Cabbagetown Market- Banh Mi Sandwich 1 pound ground pork 1 shallot, minced 1 stalk lemongrass (outer husk removed), sliced paper thin 1 tablespoon fish sauce A dash Asian five-spice powder Salt and freshly ground black pepper French bread, for serving Lettuce, for serving Pickled Vegetables, for serving, recipe follows...
Monday to Friday Corn and Salsa Over Pasta Twists 3 cups corkscrew pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 4 ounce can chopped green chiles Two 10-ounce packages frozen corn kernels, thawed 4-ounce jar sliced pimientos, drained Chicken or vegetable broth to moisten the mixture ...
Kasha and Varnishkes 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or 1 tablespoon canola oil and 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, minced 1 large carrot, diced into 1/4-inch pieces 2 cups thinly sliced trimmed creminis (stems removed before slicing) 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup kasha (whole or coarse) 1 egg Salt and pepper 2 cup...
Rum-Raisin Rice Pudding 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/4 cup dark rum 2 3/4 cups whole milk 1 cup long-grain white rice 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup half-and-half, plus 1/2 cup 1 tablespoon cornstarch 3 large ...
Roasted Quail with Brioche and Chorizo Stuffing 3 1/2 cups cubed brioche, cut into 1-inch cubes 3 to 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 pound Spanish-style chorizo sausage, finely diced 3 ribs celery, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 6 to 8 fresh sage leaves, finely chopped 3 ...
Icebox Pinwheel Cookies 3 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup unsalted butter 1 1/3 cups sugar 2 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted Instructions: Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together and set aside. In a mixer with a paddle attachment...
Ginger and Apple Martinis 1 1/3 cups Ginger Simple Syrup, recipe follows 1 1/2 cups 100% apple juice, chilled 1 cup dark rum, chilled 1/2 cup club soda or sparkling water, chilled Ice 1 green or red apple, unpeeled, cored and thinly sliced 1 cup sugar 1 cup water 1 (2-inch) piece of fresh ginger, peeled and chopped Ins...
Double Chocolate Pudding 6 extra-large egg yolks 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup cornstarch 3 tablespoons very good cocoa powder Pinch salt 2 cups milk 1-ounce very good semisweet chocolate, chopped 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2 tablespoons heavy cream Instructions: Beat the egg yolks and s...
Nacho Chip-Battered Flautas Oil, for frying 1 small bag nacho cheese-flavored tortilla chips 4 mozzarella string cheese sticks Instructions: Bring some oil to a simmer in a pot. While that's heating up, crush the chips to crumbs with a food processor or a mortar and pestle. Transfer the chips to a shallow bowl, add abo...
Pink Chocolate 7 ounces whole milk 1 tablespoon Vanilla Sugar, recipe follows 2 ounces white chocolate coins 1 1/4 ounces framboise (raspberry) liqueur 3/4-ounce white chocolate liqueur 1 whole fresh vanilla bean 1 pound sugar Instructions: Heat the milk and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat until it is hot. D...
Baked Ham With Spiced Cherry Glaze Cooking spray 1 7-pound bone-in fully cooked ham, skin removed 1/2 cup dry white wine (or use water) 1 cup cherry preserves 1 tablespoon creamy horseradish sauce 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Kosher salt Grated zest and ju...
Corn Dog Variations Vegetable oil, for frying 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for coating 1 cup yellow cornmeal 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 large egg 1/2 cup milk Gherkins Baby corn Shrimp, peeled and deveined Mushrooms Apple slices Pineapple chunks Hard-boiled eggs Instructions: Heat the oil in a...
Basic Cheese Fondue 16 ounces dry white wine 16 ounces chicken stock 2 ounces kirshwasser 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound Gruyere cheese, grated 1 pound Swiss cheese, grated 3 tablespoons cornstarch Instructions: Heat wine, stock, kirshwasser and garlic to a simmer. Once brought to a simmer, allow to simmer for 5 minut...
Salmon en Croute 1 salmon fillet (about 1 1/2 pounds/750 g) 1 pound/500 g asparagus, trimmed Salt 1/4 cup/60 ml creme fraiche 3 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh dill Zest of 1 lemon Freshly ground pepper 1 pound/450 g puff pastry (2 sheets) 1 egg, lightly beaten Instructions: Skin and bone the salmon and set aside. Prehe...
Oatmeal Muffins 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 1 cup milk 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup lightly packed brown sug...
Buttery Black Raspberry Bars Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray 1 cup butter 1 cup sugar 2 large egg yolks 2 cups Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour 2/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans 1/2 cup Smucker's® Seedless Black Raspberry Jam Instructions: HEAT oven to 325 degrees F. Spray an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with no-stic...
Maple Butternut Fudge 3 cups fancy or medium amber Vermont maple syrup 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Instructions: Boil syrup to 234 degrees. Cool quickly. Stir until syrup starts to lighten and thicken. Add nuts. Pour into a buttered 8-inch by 8-inch pan.
Sweet Plantain Wrap with Smoked Apple Bacon 3 whole ripe sweet plantains 1 lb. smoked apple bacon Instructions: Cut each sweet plantain into about five medallions. Wrap each medallion with a slice of raw bacon, hold together with a toothpick and broil until golden brown.
Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary Salt 2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves 3 cloves garlic, minced Zest of 2 lemons Juice of 1 lemon Olive oil 8 frenched lamb loin chops (about 2 pounds) Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper 1/4 cup flaky sea salt 1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary Instructions: Mix together the...
Barbecue-Braised Brisket Sandwiches 1 (5 to 6-pound) beef brisket, point cut 1 tablespoon smoked paprika Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup ketchup 2/3 cup cider vinegar, plus more for seasoning 1/4 cup molasses 3 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon mustard powder 3 tablespoons bourbon,...
Foil Wrapped Vegetables 5 shallots, peeled and quartered 12 baby new potatoes, quartered 4 medium zucchini, cut into 1inch chunks 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, sliced 4 sprigs rosemary, leaves removed 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Instructions: In a large bowl, combine the s...
Easy Saffron Creme Brulee 2 cups half-and-half 1 pinch saffron (about 12 threads) One 3.4-ounce package instant vanilla pudding 6 teaspoons sugar Instructions: Bring the half-and-half and saffron to a bare simmer in a medium saucepan, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a medium mixing bowl and refrigerate until c...
Red Wine Risotto with Peas 3 1/2 cups canned low-salt chicken broth 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 cup finely chopped onion 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup arborio rice, or medium-grain white rice 1/2 cup dry red wine 1/3 cup frozen peas, defrosted, optional 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves 1/2 cup grated Pa...
Southern Fried Free-Range Chicken with a Southwest Chipotle Cream Sauce 2 eggs, beaten 4 boneless chicken breast fillets 1 cup all-purpose flour Vegetable oil, for frying Salt and freshly ground pepper Chipotle cream sauce, recipe follows Instructions: In a medium sized bowl, beat together 2 eggs. Dip the chicken breas...
Grilled Flank Steak with Bacon Balsamic Glaze Cooking spray 2 tablespoons triple peppercorns (recommended: peppercorn melange) 1 flank steak, about 1 1/4 pounds Salt 2 teaspoons garlic flakes 4 slices bacon, diced 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup reduced-sodium beef broth 2 teaspoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons chopped fr...
Tex-Mex Frittata 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons salted butter 2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, very thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium red onion, cut into thin wedges 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 orange bell pepper, diced 1 jalapeno, finely diced 1 teaspoon ground cumin Kosher salt and fresh...
Baked Eggs with Chorizo and Cream Nonstick spray, for coating the ramekins 3 cups fresh baby spinach leaves 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Salt 6 ounces fresh Mexican chorizo, chopped, or breakfast sausage 4 eggs 1/2 cup shredded jack cheese 1/2 cup heavy cream Toast or baguette, for serving Instructions: Position the ov...
Heirloom Tomato Salad 1 cup baby arugula, washed 1/4 cup high-quality extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar Kosher salt 5 to 6 assorted heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges and various other shapes 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano 4 ounces goat cheese, room temperature 4 slices grilled baguette Instructions: ...
Chiles Toreados 1/4 cup lime juice 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons oyster sauce Vegetable oil 1 pound fresh Anaheim or guero chiles Instructions: Mix the lime juice, soy sauce and oyster sauce in a bowl; set aside. Pour the vegetable oil into a skillet to come halfway up the sides. Heat the oil over medium-high heat un...
Brown Sugar-Orange Glazed Ham One 8- to 10-pound bone-in fully cooked ham 1/4 cup whole cloves 1 cup honey 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar 3/4 cup fresh orange juice 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter Instructions: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Place the ham in a roasting pan, fat side up. Scor...
Grilled Corn and Poblano Potato Salad 2 pounds medium red-skinned potatoes (about 6) Salt and freshly ground black pepper Salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 ears corn, husks removed 2 poblano chiles, charred, peeled, stemmed, seeded and chopped (see Cook's Note) 1 cup chopped scallions (white and pale green par...
Calgary Blue Cheese Burgers 2 tablespoons Irvine Spices Calgary Steak Seasoning 2 tablespoons, red onion finely minced 2 pounds fine ground sirloin 1/2 pound blue cheese, crumbled 11/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Heat your grill. In a mixing bowl combine steak seasoning an...
Boiled Spaghetti 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 teaspoon salt 3 large eggs 2 tablespoons olive oil Cornmeal, for dusting Instructions: To make pasta dough: Combine the flour and salt on a flat work surface; shape into a mound and make a well in the center. Add the eggs and 1 tablespoon of the olive o...
Fiery Angel Hair Pasta 1 pound angel hair pasta 1/2 cup Chili Oil, recipe follows 1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves 1 lemon, juiced 2 tablespoons lemon zest Coarse sea salt Dried crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel, optional 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan 2 cups olive oil 4 teaspoons dr...
Princess Cake 8 eggs, separated 1 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 cups flour, sifted 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 3 ounces melted butter Cream Filling, recipe follows Whipped Cream, recipe follows Simple Syrup, recipe follows 8 ounces raspberry jam Marzipan Dome, recipe follows 2 cups milk 1 split vanilla bean 2 eggs 5...
Neely's Surf and Turf 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined, chopped Salt Cracked black pepper 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 large shallots, finely chopped 2 tablespoons white wine 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 sticks butter, room temperature 4 (10-ounce) New York strip steaks 2 tablespoons chop...
Chocolate Mousse 6 (1-ounce) squares semisweet chocolate 2 tablespoons hot water or strong black coffee 5 eggs, separated 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla 1 1/2 cups heavy cream Chocolate curls Instructions: Place chocolate and hot water in the top of a double boiler, set over simmering waster, and heat and stir until chocolate...
Blushing She Crab Soup with a Twist 1 1/4 pounds extra-sweet grape tomatoes, divided 1/2 cup olive oil 2 small sweet banana peppers, seeded and quartered 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 cup chopped red onion 1 teaspoon natural brown sugar 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper, divide...
Slow-Grilled Pork Ribs Basted with Dried Apricot and Fresh Mint Bbq Glaze with Succotash Salad 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons ancho chile powder 4 cups red wine 4 cups red wine vinegar 2 cups sugar 7 dried unsulfured apricots, coarsely choppe...
Leftover Turkey Taquitos with Heirloom Tomato Relish Vegetable oil 1 pound leftover roast turkey, small-diced 1 cup leftover cooked spinach 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese 1 bunch cilantro, chopped 1 yellow onion, peeled and thinly sliced 2 teaspoons ground coriander 1 teaspoon chili powder Kosher salt and freshly...
Orzo Salad with Fresh Apricots, Pistachios and Ginger Oil 8 ounces (a scant 1 1/3 cups) orzo 1 cup fresh apricots (about 4), peeled and diced or 4 ounces dried apricots, julienned 1 teaspoon chopped fresh coriander 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander 1/3 cup thinly sliced scallions 1/3 cup sliced toasted almonds 4 tablespoon...
Melon Juice 2 ripe cantaloupes, honeydew or other sweet melon Pinch salt Instructions: Peel and seed melons and chop into 2-inch chunks. Place in blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add pinch of salt, to taste. Chill until ready to serve.
Big Daddy Dog Block Cheddar 5 hot dogs, rinsed 5 slices bacon 5 hot dog buns Instructions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Slice cheese into 5 (1/4-inch thick) slices, then cut the slices in half again, lengthwise. Butterfly hot dogs lengthwise. Place 2 cheese slices inside the slit and close hot dog. Wrap a slice of ba...
Tequila Lemonade Ice cubes, (about 2 cups) 8 Meyer lemons Dash sugar cane syrup or simple syrup 4 sprigs fresh peppermint, leaves torn 1 lemon, sliced into wheels 4 ounces Tequila Dash of soda water or seltzer 2 vanilla beans, for garnish Instructions: Into a pitcher, put about 2 scoops of ice cubes. Squeeze in the jui...
Christmas Pudding Ice-Cream Bomb 12 fluid ounces milk 3 1/2 ounces soft brown sugar 3 egg yolks 6 fluid ounces heavy cream, whipped and chilled 1 tablespoon brandy, plus more for \glue\ mixture and to ignite 6 ounces Christmas pudding, chopped Sugar and butter mixture for \glue\ Instructions: Combine the milk and half ...
Strawberries and Wine Flower Cheesecake Nonstick cooking spray, for the springform pan 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 12 ounces shortbread cookies (about 48 cookies), such as Lorna Doone Four 1/4-ounce packages unflavored powdered gelatin 1 pound cream cheese, at room temperature 1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted 1/2...
Ginger Miso Seafood Broth 2 cups vegetable stock 10 ounces fresh firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 3 heaping tablespoons yellow bean paste or miso One 2-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced 6 ounces baby bok choy, halved through the core 5 ounces boneless skinless halibut fillet, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-wide str...
BBQ Porker 8 cups beer 4 cups cola 2 cups apple cider vinegar 1 cup Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup liquid smoke 2 tablespoons salt 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup paprika 1/2 cup dried oregano 1/4 cup onion powder 2 tablespoons chili powder 2 tablespoons garlic powder 2 tablespoons mustard powder 1 tablesp...
Oysters with a Classic Mignonette Sauce 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 shallot, minced Salt and freshly ground black pepper 12 large oysters, shucked Instructions: Stir together the vinegar, shallots and 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in a small bowl. Let sit for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors combine. Drizzle t...
Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 1/2 sticks (1 1/4 cups) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 3/4 cups packed dark brown sugar 2 large eggs 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract One 12-ounce bag semisweet chocolate chun...
Coquilles St Jacques au Cidre 3 cups cold water 1 pound fish bones, rinsed 4 celery tops 1 small leek, shredded 1 small onion, chopped 1 bay leaf 4 white peppercorns Pinch thyme 2 1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and stored in cold water to cover 3 tablespoons butter Freshly ground white pepper 1/2 cup warm milk 1 tablespoo...
Grilled Strawberry Shortcake 3/4 cup self-rising flour, plus more for work surface 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons sugar substitute (recommended: Splenda) 1/2 cup fat free milk 1 egg 1 tablespoon canola oil Butter flavored cooking spray 3 tablespoons light margarine 2 ...
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Walnuts 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, cleaned 3 slices bacon, chopped 2 shallots, chopped 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1/4 cup chicken broth Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper Instructions: Trim the ends off the Brussels sprouts. Thinly slice them with a knife or use the slicing attachmen...
Butterfly Cookies 4 ounces cream cheese 1 (17-ounce) bag sugar cookie mix (recommended: Betty Crocker) 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided 1 egg 1 teaspoon strawberry extract 1 (12-ounce) bag mini candy covered chocolates (recommended: M and M's) Instructions: Heat cream cheese in a large microwave saf...
Buche de Noel 5 eggs, separated, room temperature 100 grams granulated sugar 25 grams granulated maple sugar 125 grams cake flour, sifted 3 ounces toasted walnuts, finely chopped 4 large egg yolks Candied orange peel, store-bought 55 grams cornstarch 40 grams sugar, plus 75 grams sugar 75 grams maple syrup 2 tablespoon...
Rye Negroni 1 1/2 ounces rye whiskey 3/4 ounce Campari 3/4 ounce red sweet vermouth, such as Cocchi Vermouth di Torino 1/2 ounce Italian aperitif wine, such as Cocchi Aperitivo Americano 4 dashes bitters 4 dashes orange bitters 7 drops habanero shrub bitters Slice of orange peel Ice Instructions: Pour the rye, Campari,...
Cheesy Twice-Baked Potatoes 4 russet potatoes, scrubbed 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 clove garlic, minced 1 shallot, minced 1/2 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives, plus more for topping 2 cups grated white cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces) Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper Instructions: Prehea...
Easy Gazpacho & Goat Cheese Croutons 2 (28-ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes, drained 4 scallions 1/4 seedless cucumber, unpeeled and seeds removed 1 large red onion 6 garlic cloves 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 cup good olive oil, plus extra for toasts and drizzling 1/2 teaspoon celery salt 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pep...
Filipino Grilled Pork Chops 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 4 bone-in pork blade chops (1/2 inch thick; 6 to 7 ounces each) 1 lemon, halved 2 bunches scallions, trimmed 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, p...
Posh Chopped Suey (Fragrant Chicken and Mushroom Stir-Fry) 2 chicken breasts (equaling 1 pound total), cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes Sea salt and freshly ground white pepper 2 tablespoons oyster sauce 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed and minced 1 tablespoon peeled and grated ging...
Fennel and Leek Bruschetta with Cheese and Beer Fondue Olive oil, for brushing bread 16 (1/2-inch thick) slices baguette, from 1 baguette 3 1/2 tablespoons salted butter, divided 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 (12-ounce) bottle beer (recommended: Miller Genuine Draft 64) 6 ounces sharp English Cheddar, grated 3 ...
Apple Fritter Tart 1/4 cup unsalted butter (4 tablespoons or 1/2 stick) 2 apples (your choice), peeled, cored and thinly sliced 1/4 cup sugar 2 eggs 3/4 cup whole milk 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup grapeseed oil Powdered sugar, as need to sprinkle over 6 small mint leaves Instructions: Melt butter...
Dark Chocolate Crumb Bars 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 2/3 cups (10-oz. pkg.) NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE® Dark Chocolate Morsels, divided 1 can (14 oz.) NESTLE® CARNATION® Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup chopped walnu...
Grilled Roasted Garlic Shrimp Skewers 1 pound large shrimp, peeled, de-veined and tails removed (about 40 shrimp) Salt and freshly ground black pepper Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup roasted garlic salad dressing 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Canola oil, for grilling One 5-ounce pack...
Sandy's Sweet Tea 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup warm water 2 sprigs mint, leaves only, plus more for garnish Rock candy, for garnish 8 cups brewed black tea (use 6 tea bags) 6 ounces lemon flavored vodka Instructions: In a small saucepan over medium heat combine the sugar with 1/2 cup water and add in the 2 sprigs of mint leav...
Checkerboard Brownie Cheesecake Nonstick cooking spray, for the pans Six 8-ounce packages full-fat cream cheese, at room temperature 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 10 large eggs plus 4 large egg yolks, at room temperature 1 cup full-fat sour cream, at room temperature 2 tablespoons vanilla ext...
Forever Roasted Pork 4 pounds pork leg or shoulder 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 2 medium onions, thinly sliced 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage leaves Gray salt Freshly ground black pepper About 1/4 cup Fennel Spice, recipe follows 1 cup fennel seeds 3 tablespoons coriander see...
Meatloaf Stuffed With Salami, Eggs and Cheese 1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs 1/2 cup milk 1 small onion, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 8 ounces each ground pork, veal and beef 1/4 cup freshly grated Locatelli or Parmesan 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 cup tomato sauce 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves Salt and peppe...
Sea Bass with Artichoke Pesto Nonstick cooking spray 4 (5 to 6-ounce) sea bass filets, about 3/4-inch thick 1 (12-ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts 1/2 cup prepared basil pesto 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Preheat the o...
Shrimp and Artichoke Tagliatelle with Black Pepper and Pecorino 10 jumbo shrimp (U12), peeled and cleaned, cut in half lengthwise 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons butter, melted Salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 artichokes, cleaned and chokes removed, cut into wedg...
Maple Roasted Winter Squash Pie Basic pie dough recipe 2 pounds butternut squash 1/2 cup maple syrup 3/4 cup heavy cream 3/4 cup sugar 4 large eggs 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon allspice 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Instructions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Roll out one half of...
Smoked Chile Scalloped Sweet Potatoes 2 cups heavy cream 1 heaping tablespoon chipotle pepper puree 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 1/8-inch thick Salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Whisk together cream and chipotle puree until smooth. In a 9 by 9-inch ca...
Warm Saffron Potatoes with Serrano Ham and Sweet Peas 2 cups good quality mayonnaise Pinch saffron threads, steeped in 1 tablespoon hot water 1 lemon, juiced 2 pounds baking potatoes, like russets, peeled and cubed Kosher salt Pepper 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 Spanish onion, diced 1 red chile, diced 1 cup chopped Serran...
Pineapple Chile Margarita 1 cup fresh pineapple juice 1/2 cup chopped fresh pineapple 1 Fresno chile, chopped 3 ounces tequila (recommended: Hornitos Reposada) Ice cubes Pineapple, for garnish Instructions: Combine the pineapple juice, pineapple, chile and tequila in a blender and blend until smooth. Serve over ice in ...
Sausage Cheese Party Balls 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar 3 tablespoons biscuit/baking mix 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion 1 tablespoon finely chopped celery 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 pound bulk pork sausage Cooking spray Sweet-and-sour sauce, optional Barbecue sauce, optional ...
Black Eyed Pea Salad 1 small bunch scallions, trimmed and sliced 2 tablespoons chopped mint leaves Salt to taste 1 pound dried black-eyed peas 1 teaspoon anchovy paste Juice of 2 limes 1 teaspoon molasses 3 serrano chilis, seeded, chopped (wear rubber gloves) 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup gr...
Pacific Northwest Blackberry Filled Doughnuts with White Chocolate Ganache and Toasted Hazelnuts 1 cup whole milk 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon fine salt 1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast (2 1/2 teaspoons) 2 tablespoons warm water 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus about 10 cups for frying 2 large eggs, lightly be...
Gin Plush 4 ice cubes 1/3 cup gin 1/4 cup guava nectar 1/4 cup pineapple juice 1/4 cup orange juice 1/4 cup club soda, chilled Instructions: Place ice cubes and all ingredients in a large cocktail glass. Stir together and serve immediately.
Gazpacho 2 cloves garlic 1/2 red onion 5 Roma tomatoes 2 stalks celery 1 large cucumber 1 zucchini 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar Several dashes hot sauce Dash salt Dash black pepper 4 cups good-quality tomato juice 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Avocado slices, f...
Rhubarb Rosewater Parfait 1 pound fresh or frozen rhubarb, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (see Cook's Note) 1 pound fresh or frozen strawberries, halved 1 lemon, zested 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons rosewater 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon sugar Pinch ground cardamom 1/3 cup sliced almonds Kosher ...