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Halloween Strawberry Shortcake Skull Cake 4 ounces white chocolate melting wafers 1 tablespoon unrefined coconut oil 4 ounces strawberries, sliced Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note) 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt ...
Puff Pastry-Wrapped Angel Hair Pasta Pie Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 12 ounces angel hair pasta 2 tablespoons olive oil 5 spicy Italian sausage links (about 1 pound) 1 small onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon tomato paste One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes Nonstick cooking spray, for th...
Ward Winning Ribs (Sticky Ribs) 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 teaspoons seasoning salt (recommended: Lawry's) 1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper 1 rack baby back ribs, skinned 1 cup apple juice 1/2 cup favorite BBQ sauce, or more to taste 1/8 cup honey, or more to taste Instructions: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, se...
Green Bean and Mushroom Salad 1 1/2 pounds haricots verts or tender green beans 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt 2 lemons 2 large shallots, sliced 10 ounces cremini mushrooms, very thinly sliced 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts 2 teaspoons sugar 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley Freshly ground pepper...
Pan Forte with Warm Pecorino Rice paper 2 3/4 cups whole almonds, skin on and toasted 1 teaspoon cinnamon 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1 teaspoon finely ground black pepper 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour 1 tablespoon cocoa powder 1 pounds assorted dried fruit:...
Baked Cavatappi with Sausage Kosher salt 8 ounces cavatappi or other corkscrew pasta 12 ounces loose lean turkey sausage 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, finely diced 1 large clove garlic, grated 2 teaspoons herbes de Provence 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes Freshly ground pepper 1 cup part-skim ricotta ch...
The Cusimano Special ('Da Cuz, for short) 6 sweet peppers, green and red Italian peppers of choice, such as large cubanelle, mild Italian green peppers or red field peppers 6 tablespoons butter 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced 4 cloves garlic 4 tablespoons AP flour 1 1/2 cups milk 1 1/2 cups shredded prov...
Home Cured Herring 2 cups dry white wine 1 cup white vinegar 1 cup water 1/2 cup fine sea salt 1/2 cup light brown sugar 3 tablespoons pickling spice 2 to 3 dry hot peppers 1 large onion, peeled and thinly sliced 1 tablespoon black peppercorns 2 pounds scaled and gutted fresh herring Instructions: In a non-corrosive po...
Mojo Mahi Mahi with Toasted Quinoa 1 cup fresh lime juice plus 1 teaspoon lime zest 3/4 cup fresh orange juice plus 1 teaspoon orange zest 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh oregano 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped shallots 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon capers 6 cloves garlic 1 bunch fresh c...
Angel Food Cake with Warm Cherry Sauce 1 (12-ounce) bag frozen cherries 1/4 cup golden raisins 1/4 cup apple brandy, (recommended: Apple Jack brand) 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch ground cloves 4 slices store-bought angel food cake 1/2 cup sour cream Instructions: Combine th...
Nantucket Bay Scallops Crudo 1/2 pound Nantucket Bay scallops 1/2 lemon, juiced Pinch coarse sea salt 2 turns fresh black pepper 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, from Ocane, preferably 2 sprigs fresh cleaned chervil Instructions: Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Divide into 4 bowls and top wi...
Instant Pot Chicken Adobo 4 chicken legs, thighs and drumsticks separated Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup white distilled vinegar 5 cloves garlic, smashed 2 bay leaves 1 large yellow onion, sliced 2 scallions, sliced Cooked rice, for servin...
S'mores Granola 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar 3 tablespoons honey 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 3/4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 1 1/2 cups graham-flavored cereal, such as Golden Grahams 1 cup mini marshmallows 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chi...
Spicy Sausage and Apple Pancakes 1 pound ground pork 1/4 cup Thai chili garlic sauce 1/4 cup dark brown sugar 2 cups self-rising flour 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar 1 1/2 cups milk 1/3 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs 2 tablespoons red food dye 2 tablespoons pure apple extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 small red apples Map...
Declans Salad with Crusty Croutons 6 cups mixed baby greens About 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Juice of 1 lemon, about 2 tablespoons Salt and freshly grated pepper to taste Instructions: Wash salad by immersing in a sinkful of cold water and swirling around. Lift greens out of sink into salad spinner or clean cotton ...
Sweet Potato and Celery Root Fries 2 large sweet potatoes 1 large celery root, peeled 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon Hungarian paprika 1/2 teaspoon Chinese 5-spice powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons olive oil Instructions: Preheat oven to 450...
Roasted Apricots with Mascarpone and Pistachios 6 ripe apricots, cut in half and pit removed 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup granulated sugar Kosher salt 1/2 cup cold heavy cream 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese 1/4 cup crushed pistach...
Bee's Knees 8 ounces gin 4 ounces lemon juice 4 ounces Honey Simple Syrup, recipe follows Lemon peel, for garnish 1/2 cup honey Instructions: Vigorously shake the gin, simple syrup and lemon juice over ice, and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with the lemon peel. In a small saucepan over medium heat t...
Honey Glazed Ham Sandwiches 8 potato rolls 8 slices honey-glazed ham 8 slices Brie 1 small handful baby arugula Strawberry jam, for spreading Instructions: Split the rolls in half. Divide the ham among the bottom halves. Top each biscuit with a thin slice of Brie cheese and a sprinkling of baby arugula. Spread th...
Caesar Salad With Bacon, Brussels Sprouts and Basil 1 pasteurized large egg yolk 1 1/2 teaspoons dijon mustard 1 small clove garlic, grated Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoons caper brine (from a jar of capers) 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup canola oil 2 anchovy fille...
Spinach Fettuccine Primavera Salt 1 pound spinach fettuccine 2 carrots, peeled 2 medium zucchini 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 2 shallots, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 cup frozen green peas 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 cup vegetable or chicken stock Freshly ground black pepper...
Moroccan Couscous with Meat and Vegetables 2 quarts water (or beef broth) plus 2 cups to use during couscous procedure 1 large yellow onion, chopped 1 large tomato, diced 4 pounds lamb shoulder or lamb shank, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 small bouquet parsley, approximately 1/2 cup 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 teaspoon saffron 1/...
Country Ham with Stone-Ground Grits and Redeye Gravy 1 cup stone-ground grits Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Four 2-ounce slices country ham 1/4 cup brewed strong coffee Pats of butter, for serving Instructions: In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high hea...
Sausage, Pepper and Onion Hoagies 3/4 pound sweet Italian sausage 3/4 pound hot Italian sausage 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan 2 large cloves garlic, crushed 1 large onion, thinly sliced 2 cubanelle peppers (light green mild Italian peppers), seeded and thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, seeded ...
Sushi Rice Risotto 1 1/2 cups cooked short-grain white rice 2 1/2 tablespoons sushi vinegar, recipe follows 3 cups Dashi, recipe follows 1 teaspoon light-colored soy sauce 2 eggs, beaten 2 teaspoons grated fresh wasabi (* Chef's Note) 1 tablespoon shredded nori (kizami nori) 3 or 4 sprigs mitsuba leaves, minced, or cho...
Easy Ghost Cake Nonstick cooking spray 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note) 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 cups granulated sugar 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extra...
My Mama's Marvelous Mulled Wine 2 bottles of Cabernet Sauvignon 1/2 cup brown sugar 12 whole cloves 4 cinnamon sticks 2 cups port (a sweet Portuguese wine) 2 cups brandy Instructions: Combine all the ingredients, except the port and brandy, into a large copper or cast-iron pot (not aluminum). Simmer while stirring occa...
Penne with Asparagus and Peppers 1 (9-ounce) package frozen cut asparagus 3/4 cup chicken stock 1/2 cup frozen chopped onion 1 teaspoon crushed garlic 1/2 cup roasted red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips 1/2 cup roasted yellow pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 2 tablespoons finely chopped fr...
Twice Baked Poblano Peppers 6 to 8 poblano peppers Peanut oil 4 to 5 yukon gold potatoes 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup heavy cream, scalded Salt and pepper 1/8 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 ears of corn, kernels removed and reserved 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese Instructions: Rub poblanos with peanu...
Creole Baked Chicken 8 chicken pieces (2 each legs, wings, breasts, thighs) or 6 skin-on chicken breasts 1 fresh lemon, halved 2 tablespoons onion powder 2 teaspoons dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, ground to a powder with a mortar and pestle 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 tablespoons minced f...
Gazpacho 2 1/2 pounds vine-ripened or canned tomatoes, chopped 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped 1 small onion, chopped 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped 2 large garlic cloves, minced and mashed to a paste with 3/4 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar, or to tast...
Black Raspberry Ice Cream Sandwiches 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1 large egg 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/3 cu...
Curry Pork Burgers with Spicy Ketchup 2 1/2 pounds ground pork 2 teaspoons ground coriander 2 teaspoons curry powder 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3 scallions, chopped 2 large clove garlic, finely chopped Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 6 hamburger buns 1 head b...
Orzo Salad with Giardiniera and Sun-dried Tomato Vinaigrette 1 1/2 cups orzo or any small pasta 1 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon dried oregano 2 cups giardiniera garden vegetable mix, drained 1...
Jam Bread Pudding 1 loaf challah or fruit nut bread or a mix of leftover rich and flavorful breads 2 cups half-and-half 2 cups heavy cream Pinch salt 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise 6 eggs 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup marmalade or another jam of your choice Confectioners' sugar Instructions: Remove the crust from th...
Raspberry Tea Cookies (Ciastka Z Konserwa) 1 cup (2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature 1/3 cup sugar 3/4 cup raspberry preserves 1 large egg yolk 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 1 lemon, zest grated 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup chopped almonds Instructions: Preheat oven to 370 degrees...
Kasha with Bowties 3 cups farfalle or bow tie pasta 1 cup medium roasted buckwheat groats 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons vegetables oil 1 onions, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar and 2 tab water 1 tablespoon sugar 1 3/4 cups chicken broth Sour cream; minced dill and dill fronds Instructions: Bring a l...
Corned-Beef-and-Cabbage Rolls 6 Savoy cabbage leaves 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup chopped parsley and/or dill 1/2 pound corned beef, cut into strips 2 slices rye bread, cut into strips Whole-grain mustard, for serving Instructions: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the cabbage leaves and cook until softened, ab...
Chocolate White Chocolate Chunk Cookies 1/2 pound unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup light brown sugar, packed 1 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2 extra-large eggs, at room temperature 2/3 cup good unsweetened cocoa 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 1/2 pounds go...
Cabernet Steak and Mushrooms 2/3 cup finely chopped onion 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons for garnish 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves, plus sprigs for garnish 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves, plus sprigs for garnish 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil leaves, plus...
Dragon's Blood Punch (non-alcoholic) 1 (46-ounce) can red punch (recommended: Hawaiian Punch) 1 (46-ounce) can apple juice 1 (48-ounce) bottle cranberry juice 1 (2-liter) bottle ginger ale Ice cubes Berry vodka, optional Orange liqueur, optional Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a large punch bowl or pot. Add ic...
Spaghetti and Meatball \Stoup\ (thicker than soup, thinner than stew) 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan 1 carrot, peeled and chopped into a small dice 1 medium yellow skinned onion, chopped 2 small ribs celery from the heart, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 3 cups tomato sauce or one 14-ounce ...
Hot Dates 1 package (8 ounces) pitted dates 1 can (15 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained 1 package bacon, slices cut in 1/2 Instructions: Preheat the broiler and set a rack 6 inches from the heat source. Place a pineapple chunk in each date. Wrap a half slice of bacon around each stuffed date and secure with toothpick. ...
Shaved Sweet Tea Ice 1 cup water 1 cup sugar 6 black tea bags 8 cups ice 1 1/2 cups water 3 lemons, 2 juiced and 1 cut into wheels 1 or 2 shots (3 ounces) limoncello, optional Mint sprigs, for garnish Instructions: For the tea syrup: Bring the water and sugar to a boil in a small saucepot. Remove from the hea...
German Potato Salad 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes 1/2 pound thick-cut bacon 3/4 cup finely chopped onion 1/3 cup white vinegar 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons minced chives, for garnish Instructions: Place the potatoes in a medium-size pot and cover them with enough water to extend...
Turkey Waldorf Salad 2 cups shredded leftover turkey meat 2 stalks celery, sliced 1/2 cup celery leaves, coarsely chopped, plus more whole leaves for garnish 1 crisp apple, such as Gala or Macintosh, cored and chopped 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved 1/2 cup pecans, toasted, and coarsely chopped 1/2 cup non-fat yogurt...
Air Fryer Spinach, Pepper and Havarti Frittata Nonstick cooking spray 8 large eggs Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cups loosely packed baby spinach leaves, roughly chopped 1 small red, yellow or orange bell pepper, finely chopped (about 3/4 cup) 2 scallions, finely chopped 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basi...
Homemade Chicken Broth 1 (5-pound) chicken, cut into 10 pieces or 5 pounds chicken backs, wings, necks and gizzards 2 large Spanish onions (about 2 pounds), left whole and unpeeled 1 large red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into quarters 1 large head garlic 1 large bunch fresh cilantro 2 teaspoons black peppercorn...
Giant Creamsicle Cake 1 15- to 16-ounce box vanilla cake mix (plus required ingredients) 1 1 1/2-quart rectangular carton orange sherbet 1 16-ounce tub white frosting 1 10-ounce bag mini marshmallows 1/4 cup water Red and yellow food coloring 2 1-pound boxes confectioners' sugar 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened ...
Summer Veggie Kebabs 4 baby bell peppers 2 large shallots, peeled, halved 1 chayote squash, seeded, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks 1 yellow summer squash, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks 4 flat metal skewers 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teas...
Holiday Cookie Tree Centerpiece 6 1/4 cups Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour 3/4 tsp. salt 3 sticks Crisco® Baking Sticks All-Vegetable Shortening or 3 cups Crisco® All-Vegetable Shortening 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 tsps. vanilla extract 5 large egg yolks 1/2 cup orange juice 1 (10-count) set star-shaped cookie cutters in gra...
Oatmeal Pancakes 3/4 cup whole wheat flour (see Cook's Note) 3/4 cup quick-cooking oats 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon fine salt 1 cup milk 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus more for the pan 1 large egg Vanil...
Maple Rob Roy 2 ounces blended scotch 3/4 ounce pure maple syrup 3/4 ounce dry vermouth 1/2 ounce sweet vermouth 3 dashes of Angostura bitters Cocktail cherry, for garnish Instructions: Combine the scotch, maple syrup, dry and sweet vermouth and the bitters in a cocktail shaker with ice. Stir well until cold, then stra...
Quick Lemon Cottage Cake 1 cup lemon curd, found on jellies and jams aisle 3 tablespoons water 1 lemon, zested 4 (1-inch) slices pound cake 1 pint fresh raspberries Mint sprigs for garnish, optional Instructions: Heat lemon curd, water and lemon zest in a small saucepan over medium low heat. When curd bubbles and becom...
Orange-Maple Butternut Squash Mash 1 butternut squash (3 to 3 1/2 pounds) Kosher salt 2 teaspoons ground coriander 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces 1 tablespoon orange zest 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup Instructions: Cut the bulbous bottom of the squash off from the long top. Split the bottom in half t...
Pan Roasted Pheasant with Shiitake Mushrooms and Figs in a Chambourcin Glace 1 medium pheasant, about 2 pounds, breast removed (skin on) and leg and thigh disjointed 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 cup dried figs, stems removed 2 cups chambourcin wine 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 medium shallots, sliced thin 1 cup shiitak...
Oh Yeah Baby Glazed Carrots 1 (1-pound) bag baby carrots 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup orange juice 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon salt Instructions: Place all the ingredients in a medium, heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high ...
Chocolate-Avocado Mousse 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips, such as Ghirardelli 4 very ripe (8 ounce) avocados, peeled and pitted 1/2 cup agave 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon fine salt Fresh raspberries, for garnish Instructions: Place the chocolate chips in a small bowl...
Carrot Soup 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 medium Spanish onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 10 medium carrots (about 1 3/4 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch slices (see note) 8 cups chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed...
Grilled Corn and Tomato Salad 4 ears corn, shucked 2 garlic cloves 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 cup balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 pounds heirloom tomatoes, quartered and seeded Instructions: Heat a grill. Grill the corn for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Let cool and cut off the kernels. Mash g...
Beg for More Divine Potato Purses 3 sweet potatoes 2 egg yolks 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt Phyllo dough Butter, for brushing phyllo Oil, for deep frying Caramel Sauce, recipe follows Powdered sugar, for garnish 2 cups sugar 1/4 cup water 4 ounces unsalted butter 1/4 cup cream I...
Jicama Salsa 1 (1 1/2 pound) jicama, peeled and diced 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and diced 1/2 small red onion, diced 3 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons hot sauce (recommended: Frank's Red Hot) 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaves 1 tablespoon chopped mint leave...
Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls with Two Dipping Sauces 1 cup shredded Napa cabbage 1 cup shredded carrot 1/2 cup finely sliced green onion 1 red pepper thinly sliced 6 large shiitake mushrooms, grilled and sliced thin 2 cups bean sprouts 1/2 cup chopped cilantro Salt and freshly ground pepper 8 very thin 8-inch square sp...
Lemon Bunuelos 1/2 cup lemon juice 1/2 cup whole milk 5 Tbs. STAR Extra Light Olive Oil plus oil for deep-frying 1/4 tsp. salt 1 Tbs. grated lemon peel 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 eggs Powdered sugar Instructions: In saucepan, bring lemon juice, milk, 5 Tbs. olive oil, salt and lemon peel to a boil. With wooden spoon, vi...
Peach Cobbler Cupcakes Baking spray with flour, for spraying the tin 1/2 cup pecan halves 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon fine salt 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 large eggs, at room temperature 1/2 te...
Mini Meatball Pasta Bake 12 ounces ground beef 12 ounces Italian sausage 1/4 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano Splash of milk 1 large egg, beaten Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Olive oil, for browning Olive oil, as needed 3 cloves g...
Healthy Green Smoothie 1 cup chopped fresh pineapple, plus a pineapple wedge for garnish 1 cup packed chopped kale (stems removed) 1 cup frozen green grapes 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed Instructions: Put the pineapple, kale, frozen grapes, lemon juice, ...
DIY Chocolate Shell Coating 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped into small pieces 6 tablespoons vegetable shortening or virgin or extra-virgin coconut oil 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional Kosher salt Instructions: Melt the chocolate, shortening, vanilla and a pinch of salt in a small saucepan over medium-low he...
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, softened 1 3/4 cups packed dark brown sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs, at room temperature 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Inst...
Smashed Red-Skinned Potatoes with Herb Oil 2 1/2 pounds medium red-skinned potatoes, halved Kosher salt 1 1/2 cups loosely packed fresh Italian parsley (about 1 bunch) 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves 1 small clove garlic 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed 4 ta...
Cumin Cilantro Duck Breast with Apricot Jus and Japanese Eggplant 1/4 cup canola oil 1/2 shallot, roughly chopped 1 tablespoon pink peppercorns 1 bay leaf 4 sprigs thyme 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 1/2 cup red wine 1 1/2 cups duck and veal demi-glace 1/4 cup dried apricots, diced 1 tabl...
Waka Waka Salad Appetizer 1 cup canola oil 1 cup red wine vinegar 1/4-ounce minced garlic 1/4-ounce minced ginger 1/2 packet ramen oriental seasoning Pinch salt Pinch ground black pepper 1/2 head napa cabbage, sliced 1/8-inch thick 1/4 head red cabbage, sliced 1/8-inch thick 1/2 head green cabbage, sliced 1/8-inch thic...
Baby Spring Vegetable with Truffle Cheese Fondue 2 ounces butter 2 ounces flour 1 cup milk, scalded Pinch nutmeg 1 tablespoon truffle oil 3 ounces shredded white cheese (cheddar for example) 1-ounce grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to taste 1 bunch chives, chopped Slivers of fresh truffles (if available) 6 baby a...
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Hummus and Feta Cheese 4 large portobello mushrooms Sea salt, preferably gray sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper Olive Oil 1 (8-ounce) container hummus Feta cheese 1 loaf good crusty bread, cut into 4 sections Instructions: Preheat the grill. Pop out the stem from all of your po...
Smoked Sausage and Cabbage Soup 1/4 cup grapeseed oil 2 cups diced carrot 2 cups diced celery 2 cups diced yellow onion 2 tablespoons chopped garlic 1 small head green cabbage, shredded 1 pound Polish kielbasa, diced 1/4 cup whole-grain mustard 3 quarts chicken broth 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 ounc...
Cosmopolitan 2 ounces vodka 1 ounce orange liqueur 1 ounce cranberry juice cocktail 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice Instructions: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add the vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice cocktail and lime juice. Shake well, then strain into a cocktail glass.
Coffee Ice Box Cake Pieces of storebought angel food cake or sponge cake or lady fingers About 2 cups double or triple strength coffee mixed with rum or other liqueur of choice Sweetened Whipped cream mixed with sugar or chopped nuts or powdered sugar Instructions: This recipe is more a \strategy\ than a real recipe. T...
John Scharffenberger's Favorite Brownies 6 ounces SCHARFFEN BERGER 70% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate 3/4 cup butter 1 1/2 cups sugar 3 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup flour 1 cup chopped nuts (optional) Instructions: Heat oven to 325 F. Melt chocolate and butter in a double boiler over simmering water. Stir sugar into choc...
Omelets 2 eggs 2 teaspoons chopped fresh herbs 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon unsalted butter 1 teaspoon olive oil Instructions: Whisk the eggs in a small bowl with the fresh herbs, kosher salt, and freshly ground pepper. Heat the omelet pan over medium-high heat and melt...
Red, White, and Blueberry Salad 2 cups watermelon cubes 2 white or donut peaches, pitted and cut into bite-sized pieces (use Bartlett pears, if peaches are out of season) 2 cups blueberries 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, or to taste 2 tablespoons sugar, or to taste 1/2 cup canned coconut milk 3 fresh mint ...
Marinara Sauce 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 pound diced pancetta 2 large Spanish onions, cut into 1/4-inch dice Kosher salt 4 large garlic cloves, smashed and chopped 4 (28-ounce cans) Italian plum San Marzano tomatoes Instructions: Coat a large sauce pot with olive oil and add the pancetta. Put the pot over medi...
Polka Dot Fudge 4 cups large marshmallows (about 36) 2 cups sugar 1 cup heavy cream 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Pinch of kosher salt 3 cups white chocolate chips (18 ounces) 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips Instructions: Line a 9-by-13-inch pan with foil. Heat the marshmallows, sugar,...
Zingerman's Reuben Sandwich 1 loaf unseeded and unsliced Jewish Rye bread 2 pounds corned beef, sliced (see Cook's Note) 12 ounces Russian dressing, recipe follows 12 ounces sauerkraut 12 slices Swiss cheese 4 tablespoons butter, melted 3/4 cups mayonnaise 1/4 cup plus 2 to 3 tablespoons chili sauce 2 tablespoons sour ...
Mixed Salad (Insalata Mista) 1/3 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves 1/3 cup white wine vinegar or fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 8 cups arugula 4 cups bite-size pieces radicchio, from 1 (10-ou...
Baked Eggs with Curried Spinach 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 large tomatoes (about 1 pound), chopped 1/2 cup dried red lentils, picked over and rinsed 1 15-ounce jar prepared curry sauce (such as tikka masala) Kosher salt 10 ounces baby spinach (about 16 cups) 4 large eggs 1/4 cup heavy cream 2 pieces naan bread Inst...
Beer Battered Asparagus with a Lemon Herbed Dipping Service 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon roughly chopped fresh thyme leaves* 1/2 teaspoon roughly minced fresh rosemary leaves* Pinch salt 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt...
Chocolate Mousse 9 ounces Couverture or best-quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped 2 tablespoons espresso or other strong coffee 1 stick (1/2 cup) softened unsalted butter, cut into bits 4 large egg yolks 2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons fine granulated sugar or instant sugar 4 tablespoons coffee flavored liqueur 1 cup heav...
Cod Fritters 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup garlic 6 ribs celery, diced 3 onions, diced 5 potatoes, peeled and diced Kosher salt 6 pounds cod scraps 1 tablespoon ground white pepper Vegetable oil, for frying 1 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 8 egg yolks...
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups 1 cup peanut butter 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 (12-ounce) package Hershey's milk chocolate chips Instructions: In a small bowl, mix the peanut butter, salt and powdered sugar until firm. Slowly melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler over hot, not boiling, water. You may...
Taffy 1 1/4 cups corn syrup 1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon water 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1 teaspoon butter 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and/or mint extract Equipment: Candy thermometer; silicone baking mat Instructions: Put all the ingredients in a large saucepan and gently stir them to combine. Place a candy thermometer on the s...
The Saucee Sicilian Trapani Pizza 480 grams water 1 1/2 grams instant yeast 800 grams \00\ flour 20 grams salt 1 cup balsamic vinegar from Modena 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1 cup \00\ flour 2 cups whole milk ricotta 1 pound fresh mozzarella, torn 1 cup roasted garlic cloves 1 cup red roasted peppers, chopped ...
Chocolate Granite 3 cups water 4 ounces Dutch process cocoa powder (extra dark) 4 1/2 ounces sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch salt Instructions: Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add all ingredients, bring to a boil again. Pour into a shallow container and freeze overnight. When frozen, scrape with a metal s...
Bacon, Egg and Cheese Toast Bowls 6 slices thinly sliced white bread 6 tablespoons unsalted butter Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons whole milk 10 large eggs 4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 4 slices American cheese, roughly chopped Hot sauce, for serving Instructions: Position a rack ...
Ham and Goat Cheese Sandwiches 6 ounces goat cheese 3 tablespoons pepitas (hulled green pumpkin seeds) or chopped almonds Chipotle hot sauce 8 slices whole-grain sandwich bread, toasted 1/2 pound thinly sliced Black Forest ham 1 avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced 2 cups baby arugula or mixed baby greens 2 teaspoons ext...
Pat's Roast Beef 1 (3-pound) beef roast, trimmed of excess fat Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 8 ounces button mushrooms 2 small onions, quartered 1 cup red wine 1 cup low-sodium beef stock 2 tablespoons gravy flour (recommended: Wondra) Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375...
Creamy Yellow Pepper and Tomato Soup 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 cup chopped shallot 1 cup chopped peeled potato 1 bay leaf Pinch of grated nutmeg Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 1/2 cups water 2 cups chopped yellow bell pepper 1 cup canned yellow tomatoes (crushed by hand) 1/4 to 1/2 cup heavy cream, as ...
Chocolate Tamal 1 cup milk 1 pound melted chocolate 1 pound butter 2 cups sugar 1 1/2 pounds corn flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 20 cornhusks Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Boil the milk and add the chocolate. Stir constantly until chocolate is completely melted. Add the butter and the sugar. Mix until ...
Upgraded Chicken-Fried Steak Oil, for frying 1 cup All-Purpose Dredge, recipe follows 1/2 cup milk Four 4-ounce portions cube steak 2 cups Classic Gravy, recipe follows 1 cup Pickled Tomato Salad, recipe follows 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1...
Flank Steak with Red Wine Vinegar and Greens: Low Carb 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 pound flank steak, cut into 2 equal pieces Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves or 1 teaspoon dried 1 tablespoon unsalted bu...
Glazed Baby Beets 20 baby beets, scrubbed 2 cups apricot juice 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey Instructions: In a large saute pan, add the beets and the apricot juice. Cover and cook on medium high for 10 minutes. Add the vinegar and honey and cook for another 10 minutes. Pull off of the heat a...