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Sopes with Shredded Beef 3 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 2-inch pieces 1/2 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed 1/4 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed 3 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons ground coriander 3 cloves garlic, crushed 3/4 cup coarsely chopp...
Meatloaf Panini Sandwich 2 1/2 pounds organic or grass-fed beef (80/20) 2 pounds Italian sausage 1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped 2 yellow onions, chopped 3 tablespoons minced garlic 4 farm-fresh eggs, organic eggs or at the very least cage-free eggs 3 tablespoons organic Italian seasoning 1 tablespoon Himalayan ...
Easy Salad with Creamy Roasted Tomatillo Dressing 6 tomatillos, rinsed and halved 1 jalapeno, halved 1 red onion, quartered 2 tablespoons olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 cup Mexican crema 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded 4 Roma tomatoes, s...
Pasta with Citrus-Herb Sauce 6 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, quartered and very thinly sliced (about 3 cups) Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh chives 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves 1 (1-pound) box thin spagh...
Chicharron Mofongo 8 ounces boneless, skinless chicken thighs 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons chicken base 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated garlic 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning 1 tablespoon Cajun spice 1 teaspoon granulated onion 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 packet all-purpose seasoning, such ...
Sunny's Easy Cheese and Cranberry Stuffed Chicken with Cranberry Glaze 4 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature 4 ounces Italian blend shredded cheese 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 chicken breasts, at ROOM TEMPERATURE! Olive oil, for brus...
Quick Asparagus Benedict 2 bunches thick asparagus (about 1 1/2 pounds) 1 tablespoon olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup grated Parmesan 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon white vinegar 4 large eggs, at room temperature 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, plus a few sprig...
Coconut Tres Leches Cake 1 tablespoon butter, for greasing 1 box white cake mix (18 ounces) 1 1/4 cups water 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 medium bananas) One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup coconut cream 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream 2 cups heavy whipping c...
Grilled Sheet Pan S'mores 30 whole graham crackers One 13-ounce jar chocolate spread 16 ounces marshmallow cream 8 ounces mini marshmallows One 10-ounce bag caramel chips 12 ounces bittersweet chocolate chips 8 ounces toffee bits Instructions: Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium heat and line a sheet ...
Manguini 1 (750-ml) bottle Cava (Spanish sparkling wine) chilled Mango juice, chilled 1/4 cup small dice mango, divided into 4 equal parts Instructions: Divide the diced mango between 4 chilled champagne flutes. Fill the glasses 1/3 of the way up with mango juice, and top with the Cava.
Affogato 2 scoops vanilla ice cream 1 shot freshly brewed espresso Chocolate-covered almonds, for topping Instructions: Add the ice cream to a glass. Pour over the espresso and top with the chocolate-covered almonds. Serve immediately.
Crispy Salmon with Green Herb-Caper Sauce with Asparagus Cheese Puffs 4 (7 ounce) salmon fillets, skin on Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 cup rice flour 1/2 cup water Olive oil, for searing Herb Caper Sauce, recipe follows 4 lemon wedges, for garnish Asparagus Cheese Puffs, recipe follows 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup fin...
Dalgona Coffee 2 tablespoons hot water 2 tablespoons sugar 1 heaping tablespoon instant coffee granules 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 4 ounces milk Instructions: Add the water, sugar, instant coffee and vanilla to a bowl. Using a hand mixer, whip until light and fluffy, so that the mixture resembles a coffee-colo...
Grammy Tabor's Rule For Ham Soufflé 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the baking dish 3 tablespoons flour 2 cups milk 3 eggs, separated 1 pound ham, cut into chunks for grinding 1/2 cup dried bread crumbs Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F...
Shrimp Scampi Risotto-Stuffed Tomatoes 1/4 cup finely crushed brown rice cereal 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 4 large ripe tomatoes (about 2 pounds) 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces 1/4 cup uncooked Arborio rice 2 table...
Fiery Farfalle 1 pound farfalle (bow-tie) pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, sliced thin 2 each green, red and yellow peppers, thinly sliced 2 large cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano, or 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper 1 bay leaf 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or t...
Chicken With Pickle Sauce 4 6-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breasts Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper All-purpose flour, for dredging 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 medium onion, chopped 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth 2 large egg yolks 1/2 cup coarsely chopped dill pickles, pl...
Orange Coffee Cocktail 1 1/2 shots coffee liqueur (recommended: Kahlua) 1 shot mandarin vodka (recommended: Absolut) Coffee Heavy cream Instructions: Combine coffee liqueur and vodka in a coffee glass. Top off with coffee, float heavy cream on top, and serve hot.
Grilled Eggplant Pizza 3 eggplants, about 3 pounds total, sliced 3/4 inches thick Salt and freshly ground black pepper Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing on vegetables, plus about 1/4 cup 2 large red or yellow bell peppers 1 recipe Piadine dough (or prepared pizza dough) All-purpose flour, for dusting 1 tablespoon mi...
Broad Beans with Dill 2 pounds young fresh broad beans in their pods 1/4 pint (1/2 cup) olive oil 2 onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped 2 tablespoon lemon juice Salt 2 teaspoons sugar 1/2 pint (1 cup) boiling water 2 tablespoons freshly chopped dill 1/2 pint (1 cup) Greek yogurt Hot pita bread, t...
Roasted Chicken 1 (3 1/2 pound) chicken Salt and pepper 1 bunch basil 5 cloves garlic Kitchen twine 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup white wine 1/2 cup chicken stock Instructions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Remove fat from around neck and remove third joint of wing. Season chicken inside and o...
Antioxidant Salad 6 cups baby spinach 1/2 cup Marie's® Blueberry Pomegranate Vinaigrette 1/4 cup toasted walnuts 1 cup blueberries 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds 1/2 cup carrots, shaved 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled Instructions: Toss spinach with Marie's® Blueberry Pomegranate Vinaigrette. Add in ...
Snickerdoodle Cookie Thins Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing 2/3 cup whole wheat pastry flour 1/2 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon fine salt Pinch freshly grated nutmeg 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/3 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoons reduced-fat milk 1 large egg wh...
Grilled Avocado with Salsa 4 avocados, sliced in half and pitted 1/4 cup olive oil Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper 1/2 cup corn and bean salsa, store-bought or homemade Hot sauce, for garnish Instructions: Preheat a grill on medium heat to 425 degrees F. Brush the inside of the avocado halves with ...
Strawberry Kiwi \Watermelon\ Cookie Wedges 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon baking powder 4 ounces unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg, at room temperature 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 2 tablespoons sour cream 12 ic...
Beach Paradise 1 part dark rum 1 part guava juice 1/2 lime, juiced 1/2 orange, juiced 1 teaspoon sugar Dash grenadine Slice mango Maraschino cherry Instructions: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, add ingredients and shake well. Pour into a highball glass and garnish with a maraschino cherry.
Spice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Asian Cole Slaw 2 pork tenderloins, each about 12 ounces, silver skin removed 1 tablespoon peanut oil 2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons mirin 1 lime, juiced 1 1/2 teaspoon...
Butternut Squash, Apple and Cranberry Crisp Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking dish 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons light brown sugar Pinch kosher salt 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into cubes and kept cold 1/4 cup rolled oats 1 pound butternut squash, cut into 3/4-inch chunks 2 appl...
Honey Spritz Cookies 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1/4 cup honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Coarse sugar and/or nonpareils, for decorating (optional) Instructions: Position racks in the upper and lo...
Chile Rellenos 4 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled, slit lengthwise down 1 side and seeded 6 tomatoes 2 garlic cloves 1/2 chopped onion Salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 cups fresh Requezon (Mexican) cheese 1 cup finely chopped pecans All-purpose flour, for dusting 8 egg whites 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil Instructions: To ...
Sunny's Smoky Rosemary Grilled Steak Four 1 1/2-inch-thick, bone-in rib eye steaks Kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, cut in half 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Kosher salt 3 sprigs fresh rosemary 2 cloves garlic, grated on a ras...
Forgotten Chocolate Souffle 12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1 stick unsalted butter, cut into tablespoon pieces, plus more for greasing 1 vanilla bean, cut lengthwise 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus a pinch for the egg whites 12 tablespoons sugar 5 large eggs, separated into yolks and whites, at room temperature for 3...
Individual Chocolate Souffles 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped fine 1/2 cup unsweetened Dutch Process cocoa powder 3/4 cup plus 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup boiling water 2 egg yolks 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 8 egg whites, at room temperature 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar 6 (1/2-ounce) ...
Ganache Frosting 16 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped fine 16 ounces (2 cups) heavy cream Instructions: Place the chopped chocolate into the bowl of a food processor. Heat the heavy cream in a quart-sized, microwavable container and microwave for 3 to 4 minutes on high, or until it just begins to simmer; be careful...
Chicken Thighs with Grapefruit-Fennel Salad 2 teaspoons coriander seeds 2 teaspoons fennel seeds 8 small skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 pounds) Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 8 slices baguette 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 ruby red grapefruits 1 small bulb fennel 1 cup f...
Spicy Fries 2 tablespoons taco seasoning 1 teaspoon salt 1 (26-ounce) bag frozen crispy French fries Instructions: Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Combine taco seasoning and salt; set aside. On baking sheets make a single layer of French fries. Bake until golden brown, about 12 minutes and season with the spicy salt mix...
Mac's Toad-in-the-Hole (Non-Traditional) 6 fresh large eggs All-purpose flour, equal amount by volume as the eggs Generous pinch kosher salt Whole milk, equal amount by volume as the eggs 3 tablespoons canola oil (or any oil with a high smoke point) 6 medium russet potatoes Kosher salt 1 cup half-and-half 6 tablespoons...
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies 1/4 cup unsalted butter (56 grams) 1/4 cup milk (60 milliliters) 1 cup sugar (200 grams) 3 tablespoons cocoa powder (22 grams) 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (140 grams) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (135 grams) 2 tablespoons ground flax seed (12 grams) 1/4 tea...
Tom's Classic Dark and Stormy 2 ounces dark rum, such as Gosling's 1 ounce fresh lime juice 1/2 ounce Simple Syrup, recipe follows Ginger beer Lime wedge, for garnish 1 cup granulated sugar Instructions: Fill a Collins glass with ice. Pour in the rum, lime juice and simple syrup. Top off with the ginger beer and garnis...
Sundried Tomato Anchovies and Capers 40 sundried tomatoes 20 anchovy fillets, halved 40 capers 5 basil leaves, torn 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon oregano, optional Instructions: Lay your sundried tomatoes flat and top each one with an anchovy half and a caper. Fold over the other sides of the tomatoes to ...
Viener Backhendl: Fried Chicken 1 (2 1/2 pound) chickens Salt and pepper Vegetable oil, for frying 2 cups flour 3 eggs 4 cups panko or bread crumbs 1 cup parsley leaves 2 lemons Instructions: Cut each chicken into 8 pieces. Remove the skin but not the bones. Season generously with salt and pepper. Heat vegetable oil to...
Novelli's Clam Chowder 1/4 cup butter 12 Oz clam juice 4 Oz clam base 1/2 cup chardonnay 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes (cut in half and julienned) 1 medium yellow onion (cut in half and julienned) 1 Tbs Italian seasoning 3/4 Tbs black pepper 1 half gallon half&half 1 cup of water 3.3 Oz of corn starch or little less tha...
Sweet Potato Fritters with Chinese Sausage 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons butter, melted 2 scallions, chopped (about 1/4 cup) 1/3 cup chopped Chinese sausage 1 tablespoon red curry paste 1 large egg 1 cup panko 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup mayonna...
Cold Cauliflower Soup with Bacon and Croutons 1/2 loaf sourdough bread (about 8 ounces), cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, optional 10 to 12 strips thick-cut applewood-smoked bacon (about 1 pound) 3 tables...
Lamb Sausage 8 cups beef broth 8 cups port wine 7 bay leaves 5 cinnamon sticks 1/4 cup whole peppercorns (mixed colors) 1 onion, halved, skin on 3 tablespoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1 teaspoon ground cumin 3 pounds ground leg of lamb 6 whole eggs 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup extra-...
Zucchini Hash 2 large zucchini, grated 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon chopped parsley Instructions: Place the grated zucchini in the middle of a kitchen towel. Twist the ends together and squeeze the juices out of the ve...
Shakshuka with Chickpeas and Swiss Chard 8 large eggs 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion, thinly sliced root to tip 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 3 tablespoons mild harissa, plus more for serving 2 teaspoons ground cumin Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 15-ounce can cherry tomatoes 1 15-ounce can chi...
Esta Loca Margarita 3 parts pomegranate juice 3 parts orange tequila 1 part orange liqueur or Triple Sec (recommended: Cointreau) 1 part sweet and sour mix 1 1/2 cups ice cubes Lime wedge, for garnish Instructions: Combine all ingredients, except lime, in a pitcher. Stir. Pour into a margarita glass and garnish with li...
Broccoli Stem and Carrot Slaw 6 broccoli stems (save the tops for something else), peeled and julienned on a mandolin 4 carrots, peeled and julienned on a mandolin 3 celery ribs, julienned 1 red onion, julienned 1 Granny Smith apple, skin on, julienned 1/2 cup julienned cornichons 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise 1/4 cup Dijon mu...
Slow-Cooker Meatloaf 2 1/4 pounds ground meatloaf mix (a combination of beef, pork and veal) 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 2 large eggs 1 1/4 cups ketchup 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 4 scallions, finely chopped 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, plus more for topping 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme Kosher salt and...
Cherry-Cream Cheese Crumb Cake Bombs 2 ounces (from 8-ounce package) cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons powdered sugar 2 tablespoons butter, melted 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/4 cup granulated sugar One 12.4-ounce can Pillsbury™ refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing (8 rolls) 3 tablespoons cherry preserves or ...
Pasteles de Guayaba: Guava Pastries 1 pound cream cheese 1 pound butter, softened 1 pound flour 1 1/2 pounds guava paste Sugar, for sprinkling Instructions: Blend the cream cheese, butter and flour until well mixed. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Roll out th...
Mazurkas (Poland) 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon fine salt 1 cup unsalted butter, soft, but still cool 1 cup sugar 1 large egg 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 4 teaspoons cornstarch 4 teaspoons sugar 1 cup orange juice 1/2 cup dried apricots, diced 1/2 cup dried dates, quartered 1...
Chocolate Chiffon Cupcake 4 ounces cake flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 cup hot water 1 1/4-ounce cocoa powder 5 large egg yolks 6 ounces sugar, divided 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 large egg whites 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar Instructions: Preheat oven to 325 degre...
How to Smoke a Turkey on a Grill | Smoked Whole Turkey Recipe 1 fresh whole turkey (15 to 17 pounds), patted dry with paper towels Canola oil, for brushing Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup chicken stock 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar Instructions: Remove the turkey from the fridg...
English Rib Roast 1 (7 to 8-pound) standing rib roast (3 ribs) 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Two hours before roasting, remove the meat from the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature. Place the oven rack on the second lowest position and prehea...
Grilled Polish Sausage topped with Caramelized Onions, Sweet Potato Mash, and Grilled Tomatoes 6 links polish sausage 1 white onion, quartered and sliced 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons whole, unsalted butter ...
Stuffed Pork Chops with Roasted Vegetables and Soft Polenta 2 cups milk Kosher salt 1 cup quick-cooking polenta 1/2 cup grated Parmesan 1/4 cup mascarpone 2 fresh sage leaves, cut into chiffonade 2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 2 cups cauliflower florets 3 tablespoons olive oil Crushed red pepper Kosher sal...
Phyllo Tartlets with Smoke Salmon Rillettes 100 phyllo tartlett shells 1 side smoked salmon, minced 1 small red onion, chopped fine 1 bunch chives, chopped very fine 1 cup capers, rough chopped 2 cups aioli 1 jar domestic osetra caviar 2 cups plain yogurt, drained 2 Tbs. fresh dill, chopped fine fresh juice from 2 lemo...
Chicken Schnitzel with Mustard Sauce 1/2 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt 1/4 cup whole-grain mustard 5 slices white bread, torn 3/4 teaspoon dried marjoram Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon paprika Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg 2 large eggs 4 chicken cutlets, about 1/8 inch th...
Ale-Simmered Chicken with Dried Plums 3 pounds chicken pieces, bone-in and skin on Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 medium onions, medium dice 4 cloves garlic, peeled and roughly chopped 2 (12-ounce) bottles good-quality ale 3 ounces tomato paste (about 1/2 small can) 1 (14.5-ounce)...
Grilled Shrimp with Mango Salsa 2 (4-ounce) tropical fruit cups, drained (about 1 cup) 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped 1 scallion, finely chopped 1/2 lime, juiced 1 small jalapeno, ribs removed, seeded and minced Kosher salt 24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined Olive oil cooking spray 1 (8-ounce) bag...
Veggie and Chorizo Quesadillas 1 tablespoon olive oil 8 ounces Mexican chorizo 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 3 cups fresh spinach 8 flour tortillas (about 7 inches in diameter) 8 ounces shredded Mexican cheese blend 1 tablespoon butter Salsa, for serving Instructions: Heat the oil in ...
Bittersweet Chocolate Chip Cookies 1 cup plus 6 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon fine salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), at room temperature 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg, at room temperature 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 6 ou...
Egg Drop Soup 2 cups vegetable stock 4 shiitake mushrooms, sliced 3 ripe heirloom tomatoes, cored and chopped 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon light soy sauce Sea salt and freshly ground white pepper 1 tablespoon cornstarch blended with 2 tablespoon cold water 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1 scallion, thinly sliced ...
Veal Marcelle 12 (1 1/2-ounce) veal medallions 1 1/4 teaspoons salt 1 1/8 teaspoons freshly ground white pepper 2/3 cup all-purpose flour About 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon unsalted butter 1 pound white button mushrooms, stemmed, wiped clean, and sliced 1/2 cup finely chopped green onions (green ...
Italian 75 1 1/2 ounces chilled limoncello or Homemade Limoncello (recipe follows) 1/2 ounce gin 2 ounces chilled prosecco 1 lemon twist, for garnish 4 organic lemons, thoroughly washed and dried (see Cook's Note) 2 cups 80-proof vodka, such as Tito\u2019s 3/4 cup sugar or 3/4 cup store-bought simple ...
Minted Couscous 1 cup couscous 1 clove garlic, minced 1 lemon, zested 1 scallion, finely chopped Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup chicken stock 1 tablespoon butter 8 to 10 fresh mint leaves, chopped 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil Instructions: In a bowl, stir together the couscous, garlic, lemon zest, scal...
Rum-Roasted Pineapple and Sugared Pecans with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream 1 gold pineapple 1/4 cup dark rum 1/4 cup sugar, plus extra for sprinkling, optional 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 pinch kosher salt 1 cup pecan halves 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 tablespoons superfine sugar 1 pinch kosher salt 1 quart vanilla bea...
Sweetheart Tarts 1/2 recipe Sugar Cookie Dough, recipe follows, chilled Confectioners' sugar, for rolling 1/2 cup seedless raspberry or cherry jam 36 canned or jarred whole dark cherries in syrup, drained 3 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup sugar...
Stout Float 1 tablespoon Stout Syrup, recipe follows, or more to taste 1 scoop vanilla ice cream 1 scoop chocolate ice cream 1 (12-ounce) bottle stout (recommended: Guinness) 1 cup sugar 1 (12-ounce) bottle stout (recommended: Guinness) Instructions: Drizzle syrup into a tall glass. Add a scoop each of vanilla and ch...
Crispy Almond Chicken with Apple-Fennel Salad 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs 1/2 cup almond flour Grated zest of 1 lemon, plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus wedges for serving Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 2 large eggs 8 thin-cut skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds) 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon o...
Pimiento Cheese Stuffed Soft Pretzels 4 ounces yellow Cheddar, grated (1 cup) 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 tablespoon jarred pimientos 1/2 teaspoon pickle relish 1/4 teaspoon onion powder Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Hot sauce, optional Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking sheet One ...
Whole Roasted Stuffed Cauliflower 4 slices bacon Kosher salt 1 large head cauliflower 8 ounces kale, stems removed 2 large eggs, beaten to blend 4 scallions, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, finely grated 3/4 cup grated Muenster cheese 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs 1/4 cup plus 2 tables...
24 Inches of Eggplant Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper 1 large eggplant, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds All-purpose flour, for dredging 4 large eggs, beaten 3 cups Italian breadcrumbs 1 cup grated Parmesan Canola oil, for frying 16 ounces burrata cheese One 2-foot Italian bread loaf, slice...
Chorizo Mushroom Queso Dip 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, a drizzle 1/2 pound Spanish or Mexican chorizo, diced or casings removed and crumbled 1/2 pound mushroom caps, quartered 1 pound Mexican melting cheese or Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese, diced 1 bag corn tortillas or blue corn tortillas, any variety...
Jane Fox's Famous Tortilla Soup 12 corn tortillas All-natural vegetable or olive oil cooking spray Kosher salt 3 to 4 tablespoons corn oil 2 tablespoons mild to medium-heat chili powder, such as ancho or a blend (a couple of scant palmfuls) 1 tablespoon ground cumin (about a palmful) 2 to 3 cloves garlic, chopped 2 fre...
Sweet Potato Poutine One 20-ounce bag frozen sweet potato fries 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 1 tablespoon heavy cream 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Kosher salt 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 cup mini marshmallows Instructions: Prepare th...
Pan Seared Scallops with a Light Plum Tomato Sauce and a Basil Pesto 4 shallots, diced 6 cloves garlic 1 cup white wine Juice of 3 lemons 1/4 pound (or 1 stick) butter cubed 4 ounces of fresh pasta of choice (linguine, fettuccine) 1 bunch of basil, stems removed 1 bunch of parsley, stems removed 1 bunch of watercress, ...
Maine Lobster Fra Diablo 1 live Maine lobster (2 pounds) 1/3 cup olive oil 2 large garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 cup white wine 1 1/2 cups basic tomato sauce Pinch crushed red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley Salt 1/2 pound linguini, cooked Instructions: Cut the lobster in half lengthwise. Remov...
Crispy Fragrant Duck with Pickled Radish Salad 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons Shaohsing rice wine or dry sherry 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon chile sauce 1 tablespoon light soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 2 (10 1/2-ounce) skin-on duck legs 3 ounce...
Cheery Cheesecake Santa Hats Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan and parchment Two 14.3-ounce packages vanilla sandwich cookies, such as Golden Oreos (72 cookies) 2 sticks (1 cup) butter, melted 1 tablespoon red gel dye (I use AmeriColor super red 120) Three 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened 1 1/2 cups gran...
Passion Fruit Cocktail 1 part passion fruit juice 2 parts dry Champagne 1/2-ounce orange liqueur Raspberries, for garnish Instructions: Pour the passion fruit juice into the bottom of a champagne glass. Top with Champagne and a splash of orange liqueur. Garnish with a few raspberries and serve.
Steak Medallions with Potatoes 1 1/2 pounds bite-size potatoes Kosher salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 6 tablespoons salted butter 1 1/2 pounds 1-inch-thick filet steaks, cut into 2-inch medallions 2 tablespoons Montreal steak seasoning 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme 1 teaspoon minced...
Soy Butter Sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 pound butter Instructions: Heat the oyster sauce and soy sauce and bring to a boil, then whisk in butter.
Colette's Chocolate Bourbon Coconut Cake 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda Pinch salt 5 ounces unsweetened chocolate, coarsely chopped 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened 1 3/4 cups hot coffee 1/4 cup bourbon 2 cups sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup shredded coconut 12 ounces semisweet...
Sauteed Radishes and Watercress 4 bunches radishes, quartered, leaving a bit of the greens on top for decoration 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon salt (preferably sea salt) 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 bunches watercress, coarse stems discarded and watercress rinsed, but not spun dry (about 10 cups) Instructio...
Virgin Fruit Punch Orange juice Pineapple juice Grenadine syrup Lemon-lime soda Maraschino cherry Instructions: Fill bucket glass with ice. Pour equal parts orange juice and pineapple juice, almost to top. Drizzle grenadine into the juice mixture. Pour into a shaker and shake well. Pour back into bucket and add a splas...
Hip-Hip-Hooray Chicken Satay 12 ounces raw boneless skinless lean chicken breast, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness 1/8 teaspoon curry powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 dashes black pepper 1/3 cup plain light soymilk 2 tablespoons reduced-fat peanut butter, room temperature 1 1/2 tablespoons reduced-sodium or lite soy sauce 1 tea...
Roast Beef Sandwiches 2 slices seeded rye Thinly sliced rare roast beef Good quality prepared mayonnaise Green leaf lettuce 2 good white bread slices from a pullman loaf Rare roast beef, sliced thin Softened butter Worcestershire sauce 2 sourdough bread slices from a round loaf Thinly sliced rare roast beef Creamy hors...
Slightly Cooked Gazpacho 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1/2 cup finely diced carrots (approximately 2 medium carrots) 2 cans (11.5 ounces each) tomato juice, or 3 cups peeled, seeded, and pureed tomatoes 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 cup (1/2 bulb) finely diced fennel (can ...
Barbie's Fresh and Flirty New York Night Out Cupcake 2 2/3 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups gluten-free baking mix 1 cup cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 large eggs 1 cup whole milk 1/2 cup canola oil 2 tablespoons vanilla extract 1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 cups chopped good-quality milk chocolate, such as Calleba...
Pineapple Chutney 1 onion, diced 2 tablespoons, ginger diced small 6 jalapenos, diced 1 tablespoon cumin - toasted and ground 1/2 cup rum 1 pineapple- diced 1/2 juice of fresh lime 1/2 cup raw sugar 1/4 cup cilantro chopped Salt and freshly ground pepper Instructions: In saucepan over medium heat, saute onions, ginger,...
Perfect Lentils 1 cup green, French Le Puy, brown or beluga lentils, rinsed and picked over 1/2 small onion 1 clove garlic 1 bay leaf Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, optional Instructions: Place the lentils, onion, garlic and bay leaf in a medium saucepan and cover with about 3 inches of cold water (see Co...
Salsa Roja 6 ounces dried guajillo chiles, stems removed 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves and stems, roughly chopped 8 cloves garlic 1 medium onion, sliced thin One 14.5-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Juice of 1 ...
Sweet Cheese Dumplings 3 tablespoons butter 3 eggs, separated 2 cups cheese curd 2 ounces semolina 1 teaspoon chopped lavender 1 tablespoon cream 2 tablespoons flour Instructions: Cream the butter and beat in the yolks 1 at a time. Add the curd, semolina, lavender, cream, flour, and lavender, and let rest for 1 hour, m...
GZ Long Island Iced Tea 1 ounce Sour Mix, recipe follows 3/4 ounce vodka 3/4 ounce gin 3/4 ounce tequila 3/4 ounce rum 3/4 ounce triple sec Splash of rose champagne Lime or lemon slices, for garnish 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup lemon juice 3/4 cup lime juice Instructions: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, comb...
Cranberry Vodka Tonics 1 pound fresh cranberries 1 cup sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract or 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise 3 cups vodka 1 liter tonic Lime slices, for garnish Instructions: Combine the cranberries and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the vanilla extract or split vanilla bean and cook, ...
Pulled Pork Pancake Sliders 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 8 ounces shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note) 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar 1 tablespoon bak...
Spicy Coconut Shrimp 1 cup dry white wine 1 tablespoon tomato paste 4 cups chicken broth 1 bay leaf 1 sprig fresh rosemary 1 sprig fresh thyme 1 tablespoon fennel seeds 2 teaspoons cayenne 1 teaspoon celery seeds 1/2 teaspoon paprika Kosher salt Finely grated zest and juice of 1 small lemon One 15...