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Lettuce Cups with Tofu and Beef 1 tablespoons bottled chili-garlic sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 tablespoons sherry or Chinese cooking wine 8 ounces extra-firm tofu 2 teaspoons canola oil 2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger 4 ...
Homemade Greek Yogurt Ranch Dipping Sauce 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons Parmesan 1 teaspoon dried dill weed 1 teaspoon vinegar 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 small clove garlic Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons lowfat buttermilk Instructions: Add the yogurt, cheese, dill, vinegar, I...
Crispy Whole Red Snapper with Charred Jalapeno-Basil Vinaigrette 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 jalapeno pepper 3 tablespoons diced red onion 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 3/4 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons basil chif...
Heirloom Tomato Salad 1 medium jalapeno Olive oil Salt and pepper 1 small shallot, minced 3 tablespoons minced fresh mint 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar 3 tablespoons oil from sun-dried tomatoes Juice from 1 large red tomato 1 teaspoon sugar 1 cup whole pecans 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon chili...
Branzino with Clams, Leeks and Salsa Verde 2 cups pitted green olives 1 cup cocktail onions, drained 1/2 cup cornichons, drained 2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed 5 anchovy fillets, rinsed well 1 bunch fresh parsley, large stems removed 2 cups extra-virgin olive oil Extra-virgin olive oil, as needed 1 leek, whit...
Pavlova with Berries and Lemon Curd Whipped Cream 250 grams egg whites, at room temperature 250 grams granulated sugar 125 grams powdered sugar Large pinch fine sea salt 1/2 cup lemon juice plus zest from 2 lemons 8 large egg yolks 1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 vanilla pod, seeds scraped 10 tablespoons cold u...
Italian Nachos 5 cups bagel chips 1 cup tomato sauce 8 ounces mozzarella, shredded 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup sliced pepperoni 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lay out the bagel chips in an even layer on a baking sheet and top with the tomato sauce, mozzarella, red onion...
Vegan Roasted-Garlic Mashed Potatoes 4 large cloves garlic, peeled 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 4 potatoes) 1 cup plain unsweetened almond or other plant-based milk, warm, plus more if needed Kosher salt 2 tablespoons minced chives (about 1/4 ...
Green Onion Garlicky Wild Rice 2 tablespoons coconut oil 6 scallions, whites and greens kept separate, thinly sliced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 serrano pepper, seeded and minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon lime zest plus lime wedges, for garnish Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 cups wil...
Monday to Friday New Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese 1/2 pound elbow macaroni 1/2 pound sharp cheddar cheese 2 cups milk 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Salt and cayenne pepper 1 cup finely diced smoked ham Instructions: Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook pasta 7 to 8 minutes or until tend...
Blue Cheese and Walnut Salad with Maple Dressing 1 (10-ounce) sack baby spinach 1/3 pound blue cheese, crumbled 1 (6 ounce) can walnut halves, toasted 1/4 cup maple syrup, warmed 1 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt and pepper Instructions: Place spinach on a large platter. Top with blue ...
Whiskey Fudge Cake 1 1/4 cups pastry or cake flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 10 1/2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, cut into small chunks 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 1/4 cups sugar 4 eggs, separated 1/3 cup whiskey, warmed slightly 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Powdered sugar Instructions: Preheat t...
Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars Cooking spray 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 sticks (6 ounces) unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 large egg yolk 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter ...
Parrot Bay Mango Mojito 1.5 oz. Captain Morgan Parrot Bay Mango Rum (25 oz. per bottle) 7 piece(s) mint leaves 0.25 oz. simple syrup 1 lime wedge 0.25 oz. club soda 1 dash(es) bitters Instructions: Add 6 mint leaves, squeezed lime juice, simple syrup and muddle. Add Captain Morgan Parrot Bay Mango Rum. Fill with crushe...
Tarta de Santiago (Galician Almond Tart) 1 egg 2/3 cup sugar Generous 1 cup flour 4 eggs 1 1/4 cups sugar 1 unwaxed lemon, peel grated 2 cups ground almonds Pinch ground cinnamon Flour, for rolling out Butter, for greasing Confectioners' sugar, for sprinkling Instructions: Beat together the egg, sugar and 1 to 2 tables...
Mozzarella and Chili Salad 3 large chilies 6 balls buffalo mozzarella Olive oil Handful basil leaves 1 lemon Salt and pepper Instructions: Roast chilies on gas flame or in oven until skins are black. Place in bowl and cover with plastic wrap for about 5 minutes. Rip up mozzarella balls into quarters and place on large ...
Ricotta Gnocchi Kosher salt 2 cups ricotta cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 large eggs 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting Semolina flour, for dusting Pancetta Tomato Sauce, recipe follows, for serving 6 ounces thick-cut pancetta (about 3 1/4-inch slices)...
Watermelon Salad with Chocolate Vinaigrette 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves 1 teaspoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (recommended: Tabasco) 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup chocolate syrup 1/2 cup cream of coconut (recommended: Coco Lope...
Potato Cake 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 1/4 pounds waxy potatoes, such as Yukon gold 1 teaspoon kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Freshly grated nutmeg 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Instructions: Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a microwave safe bowl and set aside. Peel and grate the potatoes with the shredd...
Big Daddy Parfait 2 teaspoons orange zest 2 tablespoons sugar 1/4 cup dried coconut flakes 1 (16-ounce) box granola cereal (recommended: Kashi) 24 ounces vanilla yogurt, drained 3 bananas, sliced 1 1/2 pints strawberries, stemmed and quartered 1 1/2 pints blackberries 1 pint blueberries 1/2 cup pineapple, diced 1 (8-ou...
String Bean and Potato Salad 2 pounds red bliss potatoes 2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped 1/4 to 1/3 cup sherry vinegar 1/4 to 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt 1/2 pound haricots verts, stem end removed (hairy end left on) 1/2 cup pitted and slivered gaeta or kalamata olives 1/2 bunch fresh oregano, leaves...
La Salsa di 5 Minuti: Five Minute Sauce 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, finely chopped Dried chili peppers, crushed 1 (28-ounce) can peeled plum tomatoes, pureed Salt 3 fresh basil leaves, torn Instructions: Heat the olive oil in a saucepan and add the onion, garlic, ...
Fried Fish Fingers with Tartar Sauce Vegetable oil, for frying 1 pound whiting fillets Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup corn flour 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 eggs, beaten with 2 tablespoons milk 2 lemons, halved Tartar Sauce, recipe follows Fresh parsley, for garnish 1 cup mayonnaise, preferably homemade 1 tea...
Portobello Crab Rockefeller 4 medium-size portabella mushrooms 1 (4 to 6-ounce) can crab meat, picked over and drained 3 ounces grated mozzarella cheese 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped (1 teaspoon) 1/4 cup white wine (optional) 1 cup half-and-half 6 ounces spinach, rinsed and chopped 3...
Pork Tenderloin with Plum Sauce 2 teaspoons garlic salt (recommended: Lawry's) 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning (recommended: McCormick) 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin, rinsed and patted dry 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup white wine (recommended: Chardonnay) 1/2 cup Chinese-style p...
Tuscan Bean Soup 2 tablespoons olive oil 5 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium onion, diced One 16-ounce can tomato paste 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, plus more if desired 1 teaspoon dried oregano 3/4 cup dry white wine One 28-ounce can whole or diced tomatoes Three 14.5-ounce cans great Northern beans, draine...
Pagoda Rice Steamed In Lotus Leaf, Com Hap La Sen 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 5 shiitake mushrooms, diced 4 ounces green peas 4 ounces diced carrot 4 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled 2 small fresh lotus leaves (see Cook's Note) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 12 lotus seeds, cooked and popped (rub...
Clementine Cake 4 to 5 clementines (about 1 pound total weight) 6 eggs 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar 2 1/3 cups ground almonds 1 heaping teaspoon baking powder Instructions: Put the clementines in a pot with cold water to cover, bring to the boil, and cook for 2 hours. Drain and, when cool, cut each clementine in half...
Kalamata Olive Tapenade 2 cups pitted Kalamata olives 2 tablespoons capers 3 anchovy fillets Juice of one lemon 2 cloves of garlic 1 tablespoon fresh thyme 1 tablespoon fresh oregano 1/2 cup of olive oil Freshly ground black pepper 1 pint cherry tomatoes Fresh chervil to garnish Instructions: In a food processor, combi...
Fried Turkey and Waffles One 12- to 14-pound turkey, neck, giblets and tail removed Kosher salt Peanut or vegetable oil, for frying 1 1/2 cups maple syrup, plus more warmed for serving 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar 1 vanilla bean, split 1 stick unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces, at room temperature, plus more for se...
Gina's Toffee Blondies Nonstick cooking spray 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons salt 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar 1 cup granulated sugar 3 large eggs 1 tablespoon whole milk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1 cup chopped chocolate covered toffee ...
Fried Chicken Sandwiches 2 cups buttermilk, shaken 1 shallot, peeled, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise 2 garlic cloves, smashed 1 jalapeño pepper (with seeds), halved lengthwise Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 small skinless, boneless chicken breasts (6 ounces each) 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flo...
Hot Oil\u2013Seared Biang-Biang Noodles 1 cup soy sauce 1/3 cup black vinegar 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1 star anise pod 1/2 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns 1 bay leaf 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon fennel seeds 1 1 1/2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced Dash of ground white pepper 2 leaves green ...
White Pizza Dip One 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella 1 cup shredded mild provolone 1/2 cup gr...
Pretzel Crusted Cod with Apricot Dijon Sauce PRETZEL CRUSTED COD: 1/3 cup light salad dressing 1 tsp. seasoned salt 4 oz. small twist pretzels (3 1/2 cups) 4 (4 oz.) cod fillets 2 to 3 tbsps. Crisco® Puritan Canola Oil with Omega-3 DHA APRICOT DIJON SAUCE: 2/3 cup Smucker's® Apricot Low Sugar Preserves 1 tbsp. Dijon mu...
Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Honey 8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved Freshly ground pepper 3/4 cup white balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar 2 teaspoons honey 1 bay leaf Shaved pecorino romano or parmesan cheese,...
Sauteed Trout with Lemon Chive Butter 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened and divided 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives, divided Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper 4 pieces trout fille...
Cubana Rum 1/3 cup apricot nectar 1/4 cup lime juice 1/4 cup apricot brandy 1/4 cup light rum 4 ice cubes Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Cover and shake for 15 seconds. Strain into a glass and serve immediately.
Baby Back Ribs 2 racks baby back ribs (about 2 1/2 pounds) 1 recipe Bourbon Barbecue Sauce, recipe follows 1/2 cup steak sauce 1/2 cup bourbon or good dark beer 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon regular or grainy Dijon mustard 2 pinches red pepper flakes Kosher salt Instructi...
Marinated Vegetable Salad 1 cup sugar 1 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 16 ounces frozen cut green beans, defrosted and drained, or fresh green beans 16 ounces frozen green peas, defrosted and drained, or fresh shelled green peas 1 1/2 cups thinly chopped celery (about 4 stalks) One 2-oun...
Herb and Goat Cheese Toasts 1 baguette, sliced 8 ounces fresh goat cheese 12 blades fresh chives 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves stripped from stem 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, 2 handfuls of leaves Coarse black pepper 1 crusty roll, sliced thin on an angle 2 ounces fresh goat cheese, 2 buttons 1 tablespoon fresh chopped ...
Scalloped Potatoes with Creme Fraiche 2 cloves garlic, smashed 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 pounds waxy potatoes (such as Yukon gold or Yellow Finn), peeled 3 cups half-and-half 1/2 cup creme fraiche 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground mace Kosher salt and fresh...
No-Fuss Fruit Tart 27 sheets graham crackers (3I cups crumbs) 6 tablespoons soft unsalted butter 2 (8-ounce) bars cream cheese, at room temperature 1 cup lemon curd, at room temperature 4 ounces blueberries (1 cup) 4 ounces blackberries (1 cup) 4 ounces raspberries (1 cup) 4 ounces red currants or pomegranate seeds (2/...
Bossy Big Sister Pizza One 14-inch pizza dough (store-bought or homemade), stretched and ready for toppings 6 ounces pizza sauce 6 ounces mozzarella, shredded 3 ounces black olives 2 1/2 ounces sliced mushrooms 2 ounces bell peppers, sliced 2 ounces red onion, sliced 5 ounces chopped cooked chicken 3 ounces pep...
Pizzadillas 6 large (10-12 inch) flour tortillas 1 (8 ounce) package spicy pepperoni 1/2 lb. cooked Italian sausage (if raw, chop and saute until done) 1 jar pizza sauce 1 lb. shredded mozzarella 1/2 pound shredded provolone cheese 4 ounces grated Parmesan cheese 2 ounces olive oil Instructions: Lay all tortillas on co...
It's All Greek to Me Burger 1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup sour cream 4 ounces good quality feta cheese 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1/2 small clove garlic, grated 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 pounds good quality ground lamb 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon dried mint 3/4 ...
Love Birds - Chicken in Pastry 4 pieces skinless chicken breast, boned (about 8 ounces each) Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 to 3 sprigs fresh finely chopped rosemary 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 sheet puff pastry (11 by 17-inch), (recommended: Dufour) 8 slices Italian fontina cheese, slices should be 2...
Buffalo Ranch Artichoke Dip 3/4 cup Wish-Bone® Buffalo Ranch Dressing 4 ounces Neufchatel cheese 1 box (9 oz.) frozen artichoke hearts, thawed 1/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350°. 2. Combine Wish-Bone® Buffalo Ranch Dressing with Neufchatel cheese in medium bowl until smooth. St...
Clarissa's Clam Chowder 2 pints (1 quart or 4 cups) fresh clams 8 ounces speck di prosciutto or other interesting bacon, cut into small pieces 3 small onions, finely diced 1 1/2 pints (3 cups) boiling water 1 1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced Black pepper, freshly ground 1 1/2 pints (3 cups) milk Crumbled crackers,...
Wild Mushroom and Pumpkin Risotto Canola oil 3 minced shallots 1 cup chanterelles 1 cup quartered shiitakes 1 cup morels 1/2 tablespoon fresh minced thyme 1/4 cup white wine 1 tablespoon butter (optional) 2 cups fine diced pumpkin 1 teaspoon five spice 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 to 1 cup vegetable stock 4 cups vegetarian r...
Duck A La Plancha With Blood Orange Sauce 1 duck breast 1/2 tablespoon sea salt, plus more for sprinkling 1 tablespoon coriander seeds 1 tablespoon fennel seed 1/2 tablespoon ground black pepper Zest of 6 blood oranges Orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier, for brushing 2 cups brown sugar 2 cups red wine vinegar 4 ta...
Stuffed Bacon Cheeseburgers 1/2 cup shredded Monterey jack 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped 1 pound ground chuck Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 large hamburger buns, split Ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard, for serving Lettuce, sliced tomato, onion, and avocado, for serving Instructions: Combine the jack ch...
Celeriac and Celery Salad I normally use 1 whole celeriac to 1 head of celery. Instructions: All you have to do is strip back the celery and peel the celeriac and then finely slice. Place in a bowl with some chopped flat-leaf parsley and a handful of pomegranate seeds (make sure you use just the red seeds, not the bi...
Fudge Frosting 2 cups milk 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 8 ounces (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter 1 cup confectioners' sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled slightly Instructions: Put the milk in a saucepan and whisk in the flour. Bring to a simmer over medium heat an...
Elizabeth's Potato Salad 12 russet potatoes, scrubbed 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 cups Homemade Mayonnaise, recipe follows 1/4 cup evaporated milk 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 12 large eggs, hard-cooked, peeled, and sliced 1/4-inch thick 1 large yellow onion,...
Crab and Shiitake-Stuffed Filet Mignon with Diver Scallops Wrapped in Peruvian Purple Potato Nets and Bearnaise Sauce 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 cups cleaned and sliced shiitake mushrooms 1/2 cup diced shallot 2 tablespoons diced celery Salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon minced garlic 2 teaspoons freshly cho...
Tabbouleh 1 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 white onion, minced 2 cups cracked toasted bulgar wheat 1 quart water Salt and pepper 1/4 cup red pepper 1/4 cup yellow pepper 1/4 cup red onion 1/4 cup green apple 1/4 cup celery 1/4 cup cucumber 1/4 cup mint, julienne 1 cup parsley, chopped 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4...
Hand Cut Russet Fries with Dijon Aioli 1 egg* 1 egg yolk 2/3 cup Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon garlic puree 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 cup olive oil 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil 3 teaspoons lemon juice 4 large russet potatoes 1 quart peanut oil 1/4 cup chopped parsley Salt and pepper Instructions: ...
Pizza Pizzas 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon pure olive oil 3/4 cup warm water 2 cups bread flour (for bread machines) 1 teaspoon instant yeast 2 teaspoons olive oil Olive oil, for the pizza crust Flour, for dusting the pizza peel 1 1/2 ounces pizza sauce 1/2 teaspoon each chopped fresh herbs ...
Eclairs 3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) butter 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup water 1 cup bread flour 4 extra-large eggs 4 ounces (1/2 cup) cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar Seeds from 1 vanilla bean 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 8 ounces chocolate, chopped or discs 5 tablespoons butter 1/4 cu...
The Ultimate Cuban Sandwich 1 pound boneless pork shoulder Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon dried oregano 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic, peeled and gently smashed with the side of your knife 1/4 teaspoon dried red chili flakes 1 medium onion, slic...
Spinach and Hot Ham Fake-Baked Pasta with a Crispy Top 1 pound cavatappi, corkscrew pasta with lines or, macaroni with line in any short cut Salt 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive, divided 2 tablespoons butter 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped Black pepper 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups whole ...
Two-Tiered Tie-Dyed Orange Cake Nonstick cooking spray 8 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled, plus more for the pans 4 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons salt 3 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature 6 cups granulated sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 15 large eggs, at room temperature 3 tablespoo...
Burrata and Strawberry Bruschetta Fifteen 1/4-inch slices baguette 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon clover honey 1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes 3/4 cup chopped strawberries 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil One 8-ounce ball burrata cheese, c...
Baltimore Bad Boy Club 3 slices bread, preferably Martin's Potato Bread 3 slices bacon 4 ounces Pit Beef, recipe follows 4 ounces your favorite smoked ham, sliced Romaine lettuce, for topping sandwich Your favorite BBQ sauce and mayonnaise, for topping 3 to 4 tomato slices 4 ounces your favorite mac and cheese ...
Linzer Cutouts 3/4 cup blanched and roasted hazelnuts 2/3 cup granulated sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1 large egg 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest...
Roasted Tomato and Roasted Garlic Puttanesca 1 head garlic 12 to 14 large Roma or plum tomatoes 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 sprigs fresh marjoram or oregano, leaves picked and chopped or 1 teaspoon dried 1/2 cup pitted oil-cured olives, loosely p...
Cauliflower Hummus, Cauliflower Pickles and Cauliflower Flatbread Neutral oil, like canola, for frying 500 grams cauliflower 100 grams tahini 50 grams lemon juice 50 grams extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional for drizzling 10 grams garlic, smashed 10 grams salt Cauliflower Flatbread, recipe follows Caulifl...
Chicken-Chorizo Paella 1 pound chicken wings 1 cup chopped Spanish onion 1/2 cup sliced celery 1/2 cup sliced carrot 2 fresh bay leaves 6 sprigs thyme 12 black peppercorns 3 juniper berries 1 tablespoon saffron threads 2 Spanish onions (1 quartered, 1 thinly sliced) 1 fresh bay leaf 2 stalks celery, sliced 1 1/2 pounds...
Maple Candy Vegetable oil, for the pan and spoon 2 cups pure maple syrup Instructions: Line the bottom and sides of a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper; brush the parchment with vegetable oil. Bring the maple syrup to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat, then reduce the heat to medium low. Dip the back ...
Frozen Hot Chocolate 1 1/2 teaspoons sweetened Van Houton cocoa 1 1/2 teaspoons Droste Cocoa 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon sweet butter 1/2 cup milk 3 Godiva flowers, dark and light chocolate to taste 1/2-ounce each of the following chocolates: Callebaut Valhrona Lindt Cadbury Anton Berg Freia Marabo Girardelli ...
Spatchcock Chicken with Pimento Chimichurri Two 3-pound chickens 1/2 cup honey 12 black peppercorns 6 cloves garlic, crushed 6 sprigs thyme 2 bay leaves 2 lemons, halved and juiced Kosher salt BBQ Dry Rub, recipe follows Pimento Chimichurri, for serving, recipe follows 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 teaspoons papr...
Chino Carrot and Ginger Soup 1 pound orange carrots 1 pound yellow carrots 1 pound white carrots 1/4 cup peanut oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon minced ginger 1 tablespoon minced green onion Pinch red pepper flakes 1 tablespoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1 tablespoon ...
Bacon-Wrapped Dates Stuffed With Chorizo 15 dried Medjool dates, pitted 1 pound fully cooked Spanish chorizo, cut into 15 blocks (to fit into the dates) 5 slices bacon, cut into thirds 1/2 cup maple syrup Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment...
Sour Cream Coffee Cake 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup butter, softened 2 large egg whites 1 cup reduced-fat sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt ...
Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Black Beans and Chili Dressing 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks 1 large onion, preferably red, chopped 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh hot chili, like jalapeno 1 clove garli...
Red Cabbage with Pomegranate Juice 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 red onion, peeled and halved Scant 1 tablespoon kosher salt or 1 teaspoon table salt 2 red apples 1 head red cabbage 3 tablespoons packed soft dark brown sugar 2 teaspoons ground allspice 3 cups pomegranate juice Instructions: Heat the oil in a large, hea...
Renaissance Crostini 1/2 cup raisins 3/4 cup apple vinegar or white wine 1 cup water 1/2 cup pine nuts 4 ounces unsalted butter 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 3 1/2 ounces prosciutto, or smoked ham or bacon, diced Freshly ground black pepper 10 slices Italian bread (1/2-inch thick) Olive oil, for brushing brea...
Peppermint Frosted Vanilla Bean Plaid Cake Nonstick baking spray with flour, for the pans 2 cups granulated sugar 2 tablespoon vanilla bean paste 3 1/2 cups cake flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature 4 large eg...
Teriyaki Pancakes with Broccoli, Sausage and Fried Eggs 6 links breakfast sausage, cut in half 1 12-ounce bag broccoli florets 1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for the pan Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 6 large eggs 1 cup milk 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce 3 ...
The Best Lemon Meringue Pie 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting (see Cook's Note) 2 tablespoons cold vegetable shortening 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon fine salt 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 6 tablespoons very cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 3 to 6 tablespoons ice water 1 c...
Duck Breast with Balsamic Vinegar Glaze 1 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1/4 cup dried currants 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 4 whole duck breasts, approximately 6 to 8 ounces each Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted 4 minutes in a 250 degree oven Instructions: Combine...
Green Eggs and Ham About 1 1/2 quarts water Salt 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar 2 eggs, room temperature 2 slices country-style bread, each 1/2-inch thick 2 thin slices prosciutto 4 teaspoons chive oil, recipe follows Freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Preheat a broiler or a lightly oiled stove-top grill pan. Bri...
Ginger and Carrot Cocktail 1 oz. vodka 3 oz. carrot juice, freshly squeezed if possible 1 oz. organic apple juice 2 thin slices of fresh ginger* (See Cook's Note) Lime wheel garnish Instructions: Muddle the ginger slices in the bottom of a shaker glass. Add the remaining ingredients. Shake well for approximately 10 sec...
Halibut Crab Cake Roulade with a Lemon Cream Sauce, Green Beans and Truffle Roasted Potatoes 2 tablespoons butter 1 small shallot, minced 1/2 green bell pepper, minced 1/2 red bell pepper, minced 1/2 yellow bell pepper, minced 1 tomato, seeds removed, minced 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 1 pound lump crab 1 tab...
Grilled Hawaiian Opah with Candied Lemons and Herb Salad 1/4 cup baby dandelion greens 1/4 cup picked fresh parsley leaves 1 small bunch fresh chives, sliced into 1-inch pieces 2 to 3 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons saffron, chopped 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning Pinch kosher salt 2 lem...
Bongo's Ropa Vieja 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, julienned 1 green pepper, julienned 1 red pepper, julienned 1 1/2 pounds sliced flank steak 1 ripe tomato 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon dried oregano White rice, for serving Black beans, for serving Fried plantains, for servi...
Swordfish Papillotes 2 (8-ounce) swordfish fillets, all skin removed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 medium plantain, peeled and julienned 1 medium or 2 small carrots, peeled and julienned 1/2 medium zucchini, julienned 1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce 1 1/2 cups diced pineapple, fresh or canne...
Black and White Key Lime Cake Pops Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour, plus more for the pan One 3-ounce package lime-flavored gelatin 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup orange juice 3/4 cup vegetable oil ...
Tikinxic 15 pieces lime, juiced 8 cloves garlic Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/6 package (3 5/7-ounce) package axiote (Annato) 4 pieces fish fillets, any bones removed 1 banana leaf 3 pieces sliced green peppers 1 piece sliced red onion 3 pieces sliced tomatoes Grilled green beans, for service, optional Cooked ...
Three Italian Desserts Vanilla ice cream Freshly brewed hot espresso Frangelico, hazelnut liqueur Shavings of dark chocolate Toasted hazelnuts, chopped Biscotti Pound cake, store-bought or homemade Amaretto, almond-flavored liqueur Swiss Chocolate ice cream Toasted sliced almonds Vin Santo, sweet Italian dessert wine, ...
Perfectly Grilled Corn 8 ears corn Kosher salt Instructions: Heat the grill to medium. Pull the outer husks down the ear to the base. Strip away the silk from each ear of corn by hand. Fold husks back into place and tie the ends together with kitchen string. Place the ears of corn in a large bowl of cold water with 1 t...
Gluten-Free Cornbread 2/3 cup rice milk 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 3/4 cup All-Purpose Gluten-Free Flour Mix, recipe follows 1/2 cup cornmeal 1/2 cup cornflour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon xanthan gum 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling 1/2 cup coconut oil, plus more f...
Fried Mortadella and Salami Sliders 6 ounces mortadella (in 2 thick slices) 8 slider rolls, split 1/4 cup stone-ground mustard Dill pickle chips, for topping Potato chips, for topping 6 ounces Genoa salami (in 2 thick slices) 4 thick slices havarti cheese Instructions: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high hea...
Cheesesteak Pot Pie 4 ounces onions, small dice 3 ounces green bell peppers, medium dice 3 ounces red bell peppers, medium dice 6 tablespoons oil 2 pounds button mushrooms, quartered 2 pounds rib-eye steak, very thinly sliced 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk 1/4 cup heavy cream 6 ounces soft American cheese, such as Velveeta...
Rhubarb Salsa 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley 3 tablespoons drained capers, coarsely chopped 15 gherkins, finely chopped 1 small clove garlic, peeled and minced 1 tablespoon smooth Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons grainy mustard 1/2 teaspoon red wine vinegar Juice of 1 lemon 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and ...
Apple Pie Cake 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 round refrigerated pie dough (half of a 14-ounce package) 1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for the pan 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1...
Spiced Peaches and Cranberries in Phyllo Cups 1 (8-ounce) package phyllo dough (recommended: Athens) 1 (1-ounce) package sugar-free, fat-free white chocolate pudding and pie filling (recommended: Jell-O) 1 1/2 cups light soymilk (recommended: Soy Dream) 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 1 (15-oun...
Lighter Creamy White Bean Dip 2/3 cup reduced-fat 2-percent cottage cheese 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme One 15.5-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons good quality olive oil Pinch smoked or sweet paprika Chopped chives, fo...
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...