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Melon Liquado 1 cantaloupe or honeydew melon, peeled, seeds removed, chopped 1 1/2 cups cold milk 2 cups chopped ice 3 tablespoons honey Instructions: Combine the fruit with the milk, ice and honey in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Pour into tall glasses and serve immediately.
Grilled Swordfish with Olive, Pine Nut and Golden Raisin Relish and Grilled Romaine Salad with Sumac Honey Vinaigrette 2 tablespoons golden raisins 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 shallot, minced 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted 6 Castelvetrano olives, sliced 1 lemon, rind and pith removed and segments diced 1 tabl...
Baked Asparagus 2 bunches asparagus, washed 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil Coarse grained salt and cracked black pepper Instructions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place asparagus in a large plastic bag. Drizzle half the olive oil over the asparagus, seal the bag and shake until asparagus is coated evenly with the olive...
Summer Veggie Pasta Scampi 1/2 stick unsalted butter 1/2 cup mushrooms, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 shallot, finely chopped 1 bottle white wine 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced 2 summer squash 2 zucchini Olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Salt and freshl...
Salt and Pepper Crackers 2 3/4 sticks salted butter, softened 1/2 cup sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling 1/2 cup cornstarch 2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper 2 teaspoons flaked sea salt, to finish Instructions: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment pa...
Spanish Tortilla 1 cup pure olive oil 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and sliced inch thick 1 large onion, thinly sliced Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 4 large eggs 1 cup fresh parsley 1/4 cup diced jarred piquillo or roasted red peppers Juice of 1/2 lemon Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Heat t...
Apple-Scented Fondue 1 1/2 cups dry, crisp white wine (recommended: sauvignon blanc) 1/4 cup calvados 1/2 pound Gruyere cheese, shredded or diced 1/2 pound sharp New York state white Cheddar cheese, or other semi-hard cow's milk cheese, diced 2 tablespoons cornstarch Freshly grated nutmeg Freshly ground black pepper Ba...
Pumpkin Pie with Almond Spiced Whipped Cream 1 pumpkin pie 1 1/2 cups whipping cream 1 shot almond liqueur or 1 teaspoon almond extract Grated nutmeg, to taste 2 pinches ground cinnamon Instructions: Heat the pie in hot oven to crisp shell. Whisk cream until soft peaks form, a couple of minutes. Whisk in almond liqueur...
Pork Schnitzel with Chanterelle Mushrooms 2 (3-ounce) pork cutlets, pounded thin Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper All-purpose flour, for dredging 2 eggs, beaten Breadcrumbs, for dredging 2 tablespoons clarified butter 3 slices smoked bacon, roughly chopped 1/2 onion, diced 1 tablespoon dijon mustard 1 tables...
Roasted Vegetable Tabbouleh with Grilled Flat Bread and Yogurt-Tahini Dressing 1 small chile pepper, finely chopped 1 small zucchini, seeded and chopped 1 1/2 cups bulgur wheat 1 bulb fennel, trimmed and chopped 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 small to medium butternut squash, peeled and diced in bite-siz...
Tikka Masala Turkey Burgers 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, diced Kosher salt 1/2 cup frozen peas 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 pound ground turkey 1/2 cup tikka masala sauce 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 3 tablespoons unsalted butt...
Lettuce Soup 1/4 teaspoon pepper Chive blossoms, for garnishing, optional 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup sliced onion 1 teaspoon chopped garlic 1 tablespoon chopped parsley leaves, plus more for garnishing 1 tablespoon chopped chives, plus more for garnishing 2 teaspoons chopped tarragon leaves, plus more for garnishing...
Sesame Cheddar Bread scant tablespoons or 2 (1/4-ounce) packages active dry yeast 2 cups warm water (about 110 degrees) 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons soft butter 2 teaspoons salt 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1/2 cup sesame seeds, toasted 5 1/2 to 6 1/2 cups unbleached flour 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided I...
Buche de Noel 2 large eggs 2 large egg yolks Granulated sugar, scant 1/2 cup Whole milk, 1/2 tablespoon 2 large egg whites Cake flour, 1/3 cup Powdered sugar, for dusting 1/2 recipe Pastry Cream (see below) Dove Promises Dark Chocolate, finely chopped, 3 1/2 ounces Simple Syrup flavored with Grand Marnier (see below) 3...
Ultimate Mashed Potatoes 3 1/2 cup Swanson® Chicken Broth (Regular, Natural Goodness¿ or Certified Organic) 5 large potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 7 1/2 cups) 1/2 cup light cream 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives 2 tablespoon butter 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (reserve some for garnish) G...
Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Cups 80 grams (1/3 cup plus 1 teaspoon) superfine sugar 60 milliliters (1/4 cup) heavy cream 1 tablespoon milk 1/2 teaspoon sea salt flakes 2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter 90 grams (3.2 ounces) 70% dark chocolate, chopped 55 grams (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter Crushed peanuts or sea sa...
Curried Cauliflower with Chickpeas and Tomatoes 1/4 cup ghee, recipe follows 1 yellow onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoons curry powder, recipe follows 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and julienned 2 vine-ripened tomatoes, chopped 1 head cauliflower (about 1 pound), cut into florets 3 cups canned chickpeas, drained an...
Ice Cream Cone Favors 1 bag white chocolate morsels Ice cream cones (flat bottomed) Small chocolate candy toppings, nonpareils and sprinkles Lollipops, sugar sticks and other small packaged candies 4 by 9-inch cellophane bags 5/8-inch sheer ribbon Instructions: Melt white chocolate chips in a small double-boiler and tr...
Lavender Mascarpone Sweet Fruit Tea Sandwich 1 loaf brioche, sliced 1/4 inch thick Melted butter, for brushing 16 ounces mascarpone Lavender honey Honey 5 nectarines, sliced Rose champagne 1 pint strawberries 1 pint mixed berries (blackberries, blueberries and raspberries) Fresh culinary lavender, for garnish ...
Chicken Stir-Fry 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil, divided 2 garlic cloves, finely minced 2 pounds chicken breasts, skinless and boneless 1 head broccoli, stems removed 1 dozen mushrooms, sliced 3 carrots, peeled and julienned 1/4 pound green beans, diced 1 head bok choy, chopped 2 to 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce Instruct...
Pasta Souffle 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 tablespoons flour 1 1/2 cups milk 2 ounces prosciutto, cut into 1//4 cup soft goat's cheese 4 cups cooked (dry) green fettucine, cut 3 egg yolks 4 egg whites Salt and pepper Instructions: Make bechamel: Melt butter, stir in flour and slowly add 1 1/2 cups milk. Cook over lo...
Grilled Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes 10 strawberries, hulled Vegetable oil 1 1/2 cups strawberry jam 1 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons powdered sugar 12 vanilla cupcakes, store-bought or homemade Instructions: Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Thread the strawberries onto two skewers and brush with vegetable...
Salmon Lova with Soba Noodles and Cucumber Salad 3 quarts warm water 8 spring roll wraps Eight 5-ounce salmon fillets 1/2 cup olive oil 2 teaspoons salt 1/8 teaspoon white pepper 1/4 cup clarified butter 1 cup Soba Noodles and Cucumber Salad, recipe follows 2 cups spicy orange beurre blanc 1 pound soba noodles 2 large ...
Dijon Tarragon Chicken Breasts Two 14-ounce cans chicken broth 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 6 to 8 ounces 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons flour 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon or, 2 teaspoons dried Salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Bring 2 cans chicken broth ...
Herbed Rice 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 3 to 4 scallions, sliced thinly 2 cups long-grain rice 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, optional Instructions: Heat the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the scallions and ...
Salisbury Steak With Mushrooms 1 pound ground beef 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/4 onion, finely chopped (about 1/3 cup) 7 saltine crackers, finely crushed (about 1/4 cup) 1 teaspoon minced fresh sage Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 8 ounces sliced mixed mushrooms 2 teaspoons Worcest...
Fiery Fieri 3 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon chipotle powder 1 lime wedge Ice Ice 2 ounces mezquila 2 ounces agave nectar 2 ounces fresh lime juice 1 ounce bourbon brown sugar BBQ sauce, sauce as Guy Fieri's 4 dashes Angostura bitters Instructions: For the chipotle chile-sugar rim: Combine the sugar and chipotle powder; ...
Tabbouleh 1 cup bulgur wheat 1 1/2 cups boiling water 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced (about 2 cups) 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced (about 2 cups) 1/2 cup diced red onion 2 cups finely chopped fresh parsley leaves 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 tea...
Lemon-Ginger Wafers 1 3-inch piece ginger, peeled 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Chopped cr...
Tequila Lime Chicken 1/2 cup gold tequila 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (5 to 6 limes) 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (2 oranges) 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon minced fresh jalapeno pepper (1 pepper seeded) 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (3 cloves) 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground...
Chicken Schnitzel with Romaine Currant Salad 4 chicken breasts, pounded flat Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 cups panko breadcrumbs, or more as needed 1 tablespoon picked fresh oregano, chopped 1 tablespoon picked fresh thyme, cho...
Spiced Peanut Soup 2 tablespoons butter 2 slices bacon, chopped 1 onion, thinly sliced 1/4 pound of sweet potato, peeled 1/4 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, chili powder, cumin and cayenne pepper 3 cups chicken broth 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1/2 cup nonhomogenized peanut butter 1/2 cup sour cream Salt and pepper Snipp...
Buffalo Chicken Meatballs with Blue Cheese Sauce Nonstick cooking spray 2 ounces blue cheese, coarsely crumbled 1 cup whole buttermilk 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon garlic powder Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 2 stalks celery 1/2 small onion 1/2 green be...
Pepperoni Pizza with Hot Honey Sheet-Pan Pizza Dough 1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes, drained 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon hot honey, plus more for drizzling Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 12 ounces whol...
Creamed Spinach 1 pound baby spinach, washed 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, finely diced 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups milk 3/4 cup grated Parmesan Pinch nutmeg Instructions: In batches, saute the spinach in a large saute pan ...
Better Than Citron Presse 2 cups sugar Peel from 2 lemons, julienned, reserve lemon juice for drink Fresh mint sprigs Ice Cold water Instructions: Put the sugar and lemon peel in a saucepan with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil just 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, and cool. Store the syrup in a glass jar in the refrigera...
Matchstick Potatoes Peanut or canola oil 3 large oval Idaho potatoes, peeled Sea salt or kosher salt Minced fresh flat-leaf parsley (optional) Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Pour at least 1 inch of oil into a deep pot and heat it to 350 degrees F. Slice the potatoes into thin matchsticks (1/8-inch thi...
Coconut Peanut Bowl with Chicken 2/3 cup pineapple juice 2/3 cup lite soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 4 (5 to 6 ounce) chicken breasts, boneless and skinless. 6 cups water, plus 4 cups for cooking the rice, and 2 cups for the vegetables 3 lemongrass stalks, peeled and coarsely chopped 2 ounces fresh ginger, peeled ...
Grandma's Oyster Mushroom Po Boy 1 jalapeño 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 1/4 cups unsweetened soy milk 1/4 cup tapioca flour 4 teaspoons kappa carrageenan 1 1/4 teaspoons salt 2/3 cup refined coconut oil 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast 1...
Grilled Mackerel with Toasted Garlic Butter 2 medium mackerel, filleted, skin on 5 garlic cloves, smashed 4 ounces butter Salt Pepper 1 or 2 limes Instructions: Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and oil the grates with a brush or towel. In a small saucepan, melt the butter and add the smashed garlic. Make 3 deep ...
Whole-Wheat Pancakes with Nutty Topping 1/4 cup sliced almonds 1/4 cup hulled (green) pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup sunflower seeds 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (preferably unhulled) 1/4 cup toasted wheat germ 1/4 cup real maple syrup, plus more for serving Pinch salt 1 medium apple, such as Golden Delicious, cored and diced (abo...
Crispy Whole Striped Bass with Red Tomatillo Sauce Peanut oil or canola oil, for frying 2 cups rice flour Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 to 3/4 cup water 4 whole striped bass, about 1 pound each, scaled, gutted, rinsed, and patted dry 8 tomatillos, husked and washed 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 large red onion, finely...
Taleggio Cheese Course with Radicchio Salad, Honey Vinaigrette and Toasted Hazelnuts 4 ounces Taleggio or Cambozola cheese 4 to 6 leaves radicchio 1 head endive, quartered lengthwise, with core intact 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons white wine or blush wine vinegar 1 tablespoon mild honey 1/2 cup coarsely ...
Corn Doggies 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided 3 cups cornmeal 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 tablespoon sugar 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 1/2 cup beer 2 eggs 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon minced Italian parsley leaves 1 tablespoon minced hot cherry peppers 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon grated ...
Gorgonzola Fig Bites With Toasted Almonds 6 small fresh figs 2 Tbs. gorgonzola or another blue cheese 2 tsp. olive oil, preferably extra virgin freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 Tbs. slivered almonds, toasted or 6 whole Marcona almonds, chopped 2 tsp. honey, optional Instructions: Preheat oven broiler. Trim stems ...
Marinated Vegetable Salad 7 ounces/200 g carrots 7 ounces/200 g haricots verts 7 ounces/200 g Savoy cabbage 7 ounces/200 g cauliflower 3 tablespoons mustard seeds 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger 1 tablespoon ground turmeric About 1/2 cup/125 ml grapeseed or peanut oil 8 small shallot...
Buttermilk Parsnip Mashed Potatoes 6 golden potatoes, peeled and quartered 1 pound parsnips, peeled and cut into inch pieces 1/3 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup buttermilk 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (preferably high fat) 1/2 tablespoons sea salt 1/4 tablespoons white pepper Instructions: Cook the potatoes and parsnips in sa...
Virgin Hibiscus Cosmo 5 cups sugar 4 cups water 4 cups hibiscus flowers 1/4 fresh cut lime 2 parts Hibiscus Syrup 2 parts fresh-squeezed orange juice 2 parts cranberry juice 1 part fresh lime juice ice frozen cranberries for garnish Instructions: SYRUP: Heat sugar and water in a large saucepan until the sugar is co...
The Best Carrot Cake Nonstick cooking spray 1/2 cup golden raisins 1 1/2 cups pecans 1 pound carrots, peeled, coarsely grated 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 2 teaspoon...
Forgotten Cookies 3 large egg whites, at room temperature Pinch of fine salt 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 cup superfine sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 1/4 cups mini semisweet chocolate chips, plus more for garnish Instructions: Position 2 oven racks in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Lin...
Sausage and Cornbread Stuffing 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, sliced 6 ounces (about 2 links) Italian turkey sausage, removed from casing 3 celery stalks, thinly sliced on diagonal 1 bulb fennel, cored, quartered and sliced crosswise, plus 1/4 cup chopped fronds 1 medium Bosc pear, co...
Pork Loin with Thai Sauce and Papaya Salad 4 ounces (3/4 cup) unsalted raw cashews 1-ounce peeled, fresh ginger 1/2 cup plum wine 1/4 cup peanut oil 1/2 cup sliced green onions 1/2 cup chopped cilantro leaves 6 garlic cloves 1 chile pepper, jalapeno or red serrano, cored, seeded, and coarsely chopped 1 1/2 tablespoons ...
Zucchini, Potato and Fennel Stew 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more to drizzle 1 1/2 pounds small round potatoes, quartered Salt and pepper 1/2 teaspoon Piment d'Espelette or cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 3 to 4 cloves garlic, sliced 2 firm small to medium zucchini, sliced 1/2-inch half moons 1 bulb fennel, t...
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...
Pear Upside-Down Chocolate Cake 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons firmly packed light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 4 Bosc pears, peeled, quartered lengthwise, and cored 1/3 cup milk 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup finely ground toasted almonds 1/2...
Berry Sparkler 1/4 cup fresh or frozen raspberries or blackberries 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 1/3 to 1/2 cup chilled Prosecco Instructions: Mash raspberries and sugar together with a fork. Spoon mixture into a champagne glass and top with Prosecco.
Rosemary Lemon Spritzer 1 lemon 1/2 cup sugar 5 sprigs fresh rosemary, plus more for garnish 1 liter bottle sparkling water 4 ounces ouzo or gin (optional) Instructions: Zest the lemon. Cut 4 slices out of the middle of the lemon and reserve for garnish. Squeeze out the juice and set aside. In a small pan over medium-h...
Crepes with Lingonberry Jam 2 cups lingonberry jam 4 tablespoons cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons sliced mint 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup milk 1 tablespoon melted butter 2 eggs 2 tablespoons freshly chopped mint leaves Cooking spray 1 cup heavy wh...
Artichokes with Pork Sausage, Lemon and Sage Handful fresh parsley 4 garlic cloves 2 bay leaves 1/4 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio 1 lemon, halved Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 8 whole artichokes, split in 1/2 Extra-virgin olive oil 2 large pork sausages, about 1 1/2 pounds total 4 fresh sage le...
Chicken Enchilada Foldovers 1 1/2cups shredded cooked chicken 1 can (10 ounce) Old El Paso® red enchilada sauce 1 can Pillsbury® refrigerated classic pizza crust 1/2 cup shredded taco-seasoned cheese blend or Cheddar cheese (2 ounce) Instructions: Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly spray cookie sheet with cooking spra...
Rosemary-Pear Turkey Roulade 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup chopped dried pears 1/2 cup cooked chestnuts, chopped 5 shallots (2 chopped, 3 halved lengthwise) 2 cloves garlic (1 minced, 1 smashed) 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme Kosher sal...
Roasted Pork Loin with Almond Pesto 5 Spice Root Vegetable Pot Pie 1 1/4 cups toasted slivered or whole almonds (save 1/4 cup for garnish) 3 serrano chiles Juice of one lime 6 cloves of garlic 1 tablespoon minced ginger 2 cups picked Thai basil leaves 1 cup picked mint leaves 3/4 cup peanut oil 3 to 4 pound pork loin, ...
Big Daddy Potato Salad 2 pounds red potatoes, scrubbed and cubed into 1-inch dice Salt 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 2 shallots, minced 3 pickled jalapenos, drained and chopped 3 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves Freshly cracked black pepper Instructions: Add the potatoes to a large pot of cold water. Bring...
Creamy and Light Mashed Sweet Potatoes 4 pounds sweet potatoes, washed, peeled and cut into 2-inch rounds 1 cup heavy cream 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for serving 1/2 cup brown sugar Zest of 1 lemon. 1/2 teaspoon freshly-grated nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon salt Instructions: Place the s...
Bacon-Wrapped Dates Stuffed with Cream Cheese and Almonds 18 (1 by 1/4-inch) pieces cream cheese 18 pitted dates (preferably Medjool) 18 salted and roasted whole almonds 6 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds Instructions: Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Stuff 1 piece of cheese and 1 almond into each date, then wra...
Sauteed Turkey Cutlets with Avocado Sauce 2 medium ripe Hass avocados (about 1 pound) 2 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons lightly packed lemon zest 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 8 (4-ounce)...
Leftover Turkey and Stuffing Reubens 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature 8 slices rye bread 4 tablespoons Russian dressing 8 slices Swiss cheese 2 cups leftover stuffing, warmed slightly 2 cups sauerkraut 1 pound leftover thinly sliced turkey Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Positio...
Sesame-Glazed Snap Peas with Pearl Onions 2 tablespoon sesame oil 2 cups snap peas (fresh or frozen) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 bag frozen pearl onions 1 tablespoon water 2 teaspoons sesame seeds Salt and pepper Instructions: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add snap peas, soy sauce, pearl onions and 1 table...
Butternut Squash, Apple and Onion Galette with Stilton 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Pinch salt 8 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, diced (1 stick) 1 large egg, lightly beaten Instructions: For the dough: Pulse the flour and salt together in a food processor. Add the butter and pulse about 10 times until the mixture res...
Beggars Purses Filled with Shrimp and Scented with Lemon and Thyme 1 1/2 cups cooked shrimp, finely diced (about 12 medium shrimp) 1 lemon, zested 1/4 lemon, juiced 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme leaves 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Salt and pepper 20 blades fresh chives Crepes, recipe follows 1/2 cup al...
The Big Egg Monte Cristo 5 eggs 2 tablespoons sugar Zest of 1/2 a lemon 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom Pinch salt 1/4 cup cream 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 4 pieces thick-cut brioche bread Panko (Japanese) breadcrumbs Butter, for frying 4 ounces Black Forest ham, thinly sliced 3 ounces Gorgonzola, crumbled 2 eggs P...
Paneer and Vegetable Skewers 4 1/2 ounces Greek-style yogurt Small knob fresh ginger, peeled, and roughly chopped 2 to 3 cloves garlic, peeled, and finely chopped 6 green cardamom pods, pods removed and seeds ground 1 tablespoon gram flour (chickpea flour) 1 teaspoon garam masala 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1/2 teaspoon ch...
Parmesan Mashed Potatoes 8 to 12 medium to large potatoes, (about 3 pounds) peeled and cut into chunks 3 bay leaves 1/2 cup butter (or one stick), cut into chunks 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Parmesan 1/2 cup heavy cream Salt and freshly ground white pepper 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives Instructions: Boil the potatoes wit...
Mixed Salad with \House Dressing\ 1 (10-ounce) sack chopped romaine and mixed greens 4 radishes, sliced 3 tablespoons vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sweet paprika 1 tablespoon grated white onion and juice 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, optional Instructions: Mix greens a...
Eggplant Parm Stacks 6 roasted or peeled tomatoes with their juice, chopped, recipe follows 2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/2 inch-thick rounds (about 2 pounds) Salt 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 medium onions, thinly sliced 3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped or thinly sliced 1 small chile pepper, seeded and fine...
How to Make Vanilla Extract | Vanilla Extract 12 vanilla beans 1 bottle vodka Instructions: Combine the vanilla beans and vodka in a jar tall enough to hold the vanilla beans. Allow the mixture to sit at room temperature for at least a month until the vodka becomes vanilla extract and the beans are soft enough to cut t...
Winter Hat Cake Two 15-ounce boxes chocolate cake mix plus required ingredients Four 16-ounce containers store-bought vanilla frosting (8 cups) Blue gel food coloring, for the frosting 2 cups white and blue candy-coated chocolates, such as M&M's 7 ounces sweetened shredded coconut Instructions: Prepare the cake mix a...
Taffy 1 1/4 cups corn syrup 1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon water 1 teaspoon butter 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and/or mint extract Instructions: In a large saucepan, place all the ingredients except extracts, and gently stir them to combine. Place a candy thermometer on the side of the pan and bring to a ...
Cajun Catfish Cakes with Remoulade 4 catfish fillets, about 6 ounces each 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup canola oil 1 cup crackers, crushed 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon spicy brown mustard 1 large egg, beaten 2 teaspo...
Warm Salad of Grilled Trout with Spinach and Lentils 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 1/2 pound asparagus, stems trimmed, ends peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces 1 cup cooked lentils 8 trout fillets, skin on 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/3 cup olive oil 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 cup wal...
Stuffed Crab Claws 1 pound shrimp, shelled, deveined, and chopped 5 ounces bamboo shoots, chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder 1 teaspoon sugar 2 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon pepper 8 teaspoons cornstarch 10 cocktail crab claws 3/4 cup bread crumbs 6 cups frying oil Instructions: In a lar...
Baked Ham with Brown Sugar Honey Glaze 18 to 20-pound smoked ham, water added, ham hock removed One 16-ounce box light brown sugar 1 cup (8-ounce jar) clover honey Instructions: Adjust the oven racks to accommodate a large covered roasting pan. Fit the pan with a shallow rack. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Unwra...
Spiced Sweet Potatoes 1 1/2 cups Smucker's® Apricot Preserves 1/2 cup water 2 tsps. lemon juice 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut lengthwise into eight wedges Instructions: HEAT oven to 400 degrees F. Combine preserves and water in heavy saucepan. Bring...
Smashed Root Vegetables 3 parsnips, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 1/4 cups) 2 cloves garlic, smashed 2 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2 cups) 1 celery root, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2 cups) 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus 2 tablespoons for the cooking water Zest of ...
Spicy Chicken Eggplant Boats 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 large eggplant (about 1 1/2 pounds) 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 yellow onion, diced 1 tablespoon harissa, or more ...
Sweet Potato Praline Cloud Pie - 2003 1st Place Sweet Potato 2 sweet potatoes, baked or boiled 1/4 cup butter, softened 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground mace 1 cup evaporated milk 1 unbaked pie shell 1/4 teaspoon ...
Bread and Butter Pudding 2 cups heavy cream 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup sugar, plus 1/2 cup for the topping 8 egg yolks 12 slices tight crumb white bread (recommended: Pepperidge Farm) crusts removed 1 stick butter, room temperature 3/4 cup golden raisins, soaked in 3/4 c...
Succotash Salad Kosher salt 2 cups green beans 1 10-ounce package frozen lima beans, thawed 3 cups corn kernels (from about 4 ears) 1 small avocado, pitted, peeled and cut into chunks 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup minced red onion 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced 10 basil leaves, thinly sliced 1/3 cup extra-...
Pizzagna 1 pound pasta curls (recommended: campagnelle by Barilla; short fusilli or cavatappi twists may be substituted) Salt 1 cup ricotta cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, a couple of handfuls 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni, cut into thin strips Handful parsley, finely chopped 2 tablespoons extra-virgin oli...
Rolled Chicken Sandwich with Arugula and Parsley Aioli 1/2 cup lightly packed baby arugula 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 anchovy fillet 2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives 1 small garlic clove, coarsely chopped 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon lemo...
Chili Pepper Jam 8 ounces/250 g hot chili pepper, halved and seeded 1 1/2 pounds/750 g yellow and red bell peppers, halved and seeded 2 cups/500 ml apple cider vinegar 4 cups/1 L sugar Instructions: In a pot, combine the chili peppers, red bell peppers, and apple cider vinegar. Cover the pot with a lid and cook for abo...
Fresh Fruit with Honey Vanilla Mascarpone 2 apricots, pitted and sliced 2 plums, pitted and sliced 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced 1 cup cherries, pitted and sliced 1 cup mascarpone 2 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Seeds scraped from 1 vanilla bean 2 tablespoons heavy cream Instructions: Combine the apric...
Noodles with Tofu 1/3 cup seasoned rice vinegar 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce Kosher salt 1 red jalapeno pepper, halved and thinly sliced 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 14-ounce package firm tofu, drained, cut into 4 equal pieces and patted dry 8 ounces sliced shiitake mushrooms (about 4 cups) Freshly ground peppe...
Lobster Cookout How to Prepare Live Lobster Instructions: Place the lobster on a cutting board. Push a chef's knife into the cross mark on the shell between the head and body; the lobster may still move for a few seconds. Turn the lobster on its back and split it in half lengthwise with your knife or kitchen shears. Cl...
Gina's Turkey Meatloaf 2 tablespoons olive oil 8 ounces mushrooms, finely chopped 1 large Vidalia onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped Pinch red pepper flakes 1/4 cup chicken stock 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 cup panko (Japanese) breadcrumbs 6 ounces crumbled blue cheese 2 pounds grou...
Chive and Garlic Mashed Potatoes 4 to 6 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, lightly crushed 3 sprigs fresh thyme 2 tablespoons chopped chives Instructions: Put the cut potatoes into a large pot, cover them ...
Poached Chicken Breast with Roasted Pepper Sauce 3 cups chicken broth Zest from 1/2 lemon 1 lemon, juiced 1/2 cup frozen chopped onions, thawed 1 Spanish seasoning packet (recommended: McCormick Recipe Inspirations Spanish Chicken Skillet) 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, rinsed and patted dry 1 (12-ounce) jar roas...
Orzo Salad with Grape Tomatoes and Radishes 1 pound orzo 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved or quartered 1 small English cucumber, diced (about 3 cups) 1 bunch radishes, sliced (about 1 cup) 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved 5 ounces goat cheese, crumbled 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 2 tablespoons ...
Skirt Steak With Arugula Salad 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 2 ciabatta rolls, cut into cubes (about 5 cups) 1 clove garlic, finely chopped Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup sliced radishes 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons caper...
Microwave Brownies 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate 2 large eggs 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Nonstick cooking spray 1/2 cup chocolate chips Instructions: Put the butter and chocolate into a microwave-safe b...