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Basic Chicken Salad One 3- to 4-pound roast chicken, home roasted or store-bought, recipe follows 2 cups green or red seedless grapes, halved, plus more halved grapes, for garnish 1/2 cup slivered almonds 4 scallions, sliced 3 stalks celery, sliced 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 1/4 cup heavy...
1-2-3 Lasagna 1 (15-ounce) container ricotta 1 cup grated Parmesan 2 large eggs 2 pounds ground beef 1 pound grated Mozzarella 5 cups Basic Red Sauce, recipe follows 1/2 teaspoon Essence, recipe follows 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 12 dried (uncooked) lasagna noodles 2 teaspoons chopped fresh pars...
Lamb, Bell Pepper and Pineapple Kebabs 1 (1 1/2-pounds) lamb neck fillet or boneless leg of lamb, trimmed and cut into 1 1/4-inch chunks 3/4 cup pineapple juice 4 tablespoons malt vinegar 1/2 cup molasses sugar or brown sugar Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Cold water, as needed 2 large green bell peppers, ...
Mustard Rouille for Soup 1/4 cup of chicken bouillabaisse liquid 1/4 teaspoon powdered saffron 2 parboiled garlic cloves, pureed until it is pasty 3/4 cup crustless good quality French bread, cut into cubes 2 teaspoons mustard 1 tablespoon chopped pimiento 1/3 cup commercially prepared mayonnaise 1/4 cup extra virgin o...
Black Raspberry Milkshake 2 pints black raspberry ice cream 2 cups ice cold milk Whipped cream, from canister, for garnish 4 maraschino cherries, for garnish Instructions: Add the ice cream and milk to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and top with whipped cream and a cherry. Serve with a thick stra...
Roquefort Cheese Chips 1 (5-ounce) bag lightly salted kettle potato chips 1/2 (5-ounce) can white sauce (recommended: Aunt Penny's) 1/4 cup cream cheese 1 tablespoon half-and-half 2 tablespoons crumbled Roquefort cheese Instructions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place kettle chips on baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes....
Egg Drop Soup 4 cups chicken stock 3 large egg whites, beaten 3 scallion greens, trimmed, finely sliced Instructions: In a pot bring the stock to a boil. Then remove the pot from the flame and add beaten egg whites steadily, beating them into the soup as you pour. Add the sliced scallions, stir in. Remove to a heated t...
Scalloped Potatoes with Ham 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons flour 1 1/2 cups milk Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon butter 2 medium onions, thinly sliced 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 12 ounces 1/4-inch sliced baked ham 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a b...
Cheese Balls 2 teaspoons salt, plus additional for salting water 2 cups elbow pasta 1 quart heavy cream 1 cup shredded Cheddar 1 cup shredded mozzarella 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese 1 cup shredded white American cheese 1 cup shredded white Cheddar 1 teaspoon ground pepper 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 large ...
Drunken Citrus Salad 6 cups drained citrus salad mix (buy 2 (1-quart) jars orange and grapefruit sections, available in refrigerated section of market) 1 nip or 3 shots of gin 2 teaspoons lemon zest 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves, plus a couple sprigs to garnish Instructions: Combine all ingredients and...
Salmon en Papillote with Asparagus, Icicle Radish and Meyer Lemon Hollandaise 4 slices Meyer lemon Two 4-ounce salmon fillets 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 to 6 sprigs fresh thyme Kosher salt 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed down to 4 inches with tips 1 bunch icicle radishes, halved lengt...
Pompano en Salsa Verde 2 whole pompano (I 1/4 to 1 1/2 pound each), scaled and gutted with heads and tails left on, or substitute paloma, or 1 (4 pound) striped bass (see Note) 5 peppercorns 1 tablespoon cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon salt Juice of a large lime 2 cloves garlic, sliced 1/2 green pepper, stemmed, seeded, and c...
Easy Ghost Cookies 2 cups white chocolate chips 3 tablespoons coconut oil 24 oval or peanut-shaped cookies, such as Nutter Butter, Pepperidge Farm Milano and savoiardi (ladyfingers) 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips Instructions: Line 2 baking sheets with parchment. Combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil in ...
Fruit with Honey-Cinnamon Sauce 2 plums 1 navel orange 1 cup red grapes 1 cup Greek yogurt 1/4 cup honey 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Instructions: Chop plums, supreme (section) the oranges and halve the grapes, divide mixed fruit among 4 cups. Combine yogurt with honey and cinnamon. Top each fruit cup with 1/4 of the ...
Grape Leaves 2 pounds ground beef 2 pounds ground pork 2 cups white rice 1 cup chopped fresh dill 1 cup chopped white onion 1 cup chopped spring onion 2 tablespoons garlic powder 2 tablespoons salt 2 tablespoons ground pepper Tomato puree Butter Olive oil 1 jar preserved grape leaves in brine Lemon juice Instructions: ...
Passion Fruit Cooler (Non-alcoholic) 1/2 cup passion fruit syrup (recommended: Torani) 1/2 cup peach nectar (recommended: Kerns) 1 liter orange flavored seltzer water Ice cubes 1 cup light rum, optional (recommended: Bacardi) Instructions: In a large pitcher, combine all ingredients and stir. Serve chilled in highball ...
Roasted Chicken Breast with Cheddar-Jalapeno Quesadilla and Spicy Black Bean Sauce 4 skinless chicken breasts Olive oil, for sauteing 4 (8-inch) flour tortillas 8 ounces grated cheddar cheese 4 tablespoons sliced pickled jalapenos 1 can cooked black beans 3 tablespoons pickled jalapenos 2 plum tomatoes canned 2 teaspoo...
Zabaglione with Fresh Berries 8 egg yolks 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup dry Marsala 1/2 pint raspberries 1/2 pint black or blueberries Instructions: In a copper pan with a rounded bottom, whisk together the yolks and sugar. Set the pan over simmering (not boiling) water or directly over a low flame, if you dare, and continue to ...
Oven Roasted Turkey with Sage Butter One 12- to 14-pound fresh turkey Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Caramelized Onion and Cornbread Stuffing, recipe follows Extra-virgin olive oil Sage Butter, recipe follows 2 sticks butter, softened 1/4 cup chopped sage Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons butter 2 onions, chop...
Ham and Gruyere Quiche 6 ounces smoked ham, cut into 1/4-inch cubes (about 1 cup) 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese (about 4 ounces) 1 9-inch pie crust, thawed if frozen 3 large eggs 1 1/4 cups half-and-half 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 2 teaspoons ...
Chocolate Mousse Cake 1/2 pound unsalted butter (2 tablespoons melted) 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, broken into 1/2-ounce pieces 8 large egg yolks 3/4 cup granulated sugar 4 large egg whites 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, broken into 1/2-ounce pieces 2 1/2 cups heavy cream 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups heav...
Grilled Lamb Chops with Tapenade 1 cup Nicoise or Kalamata olives, pitted 1/2 cup green or Castelvetrano olives, pitted 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for oiling the grill 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained 2 to 3 anchovy fillets 1 clove garlic 12 lamb chops, pre...
Floral Truffles 1/2 cup heavy cream 8 ounces semisweet chocolate chips 1 teaspoon rosewater 1 cup small pink round sprinkles or log sprinkles Instructions: Put the cream in a small saucepot over medium heat and warm until it just simmers, 2 to 3 minutes. Put the chocolate in a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm cre...
German Potato Salad 2 large egg yolks 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Kosher salt 3/4 cup vegetable oil 2 1/2-ounce strips slab bacon 1 pound red bliss potatoes Kosher salt 2 tablespoons capers, chopped 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives Freshly ground pepper Instructions: Make the mayo...
Miso Roasted Duck with Cherry Glazed Bok Choy 1 (4 to 5-pound) Long Island duck 1 cup honey 2 cup soy sauce 1 cup cold black coffee 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh ginger 1/4 cup lite miso 1/3 cup light brown sugar 1 orange, halved 1 lemon, halved 1 lime, halved 1/4 cup peanut oil 4 heads baby bok choy, halved lengthwise ...
Hazelnut Sugar Cookie Cereal 1 batch Mini Sugar Cookie Hearts, recipe follows 1 batch Mini Meringues, recipe follows 1 cup dried cherries or cranberries 1 cup milk chocolate chips 1 cup toasted coconut flakes 1 cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped Milk, for serving 1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts 1 3/4 cups all-...
Cheesesteak Potstickers 1 pound shaved wagyu beef Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, plus additional for cooking potstickers 1 red onion, slivered 1 tablespoon garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced 4 ounces shredded Cheddar 4 ounces shredded mozzarella 1 packag...
Broadway Diner - Broadway Festival (Seafood Pasta) 3/4 pound linguini Four 5-ounce lobster tails, each cut into half's, shells on 1 cup olive oil 10 ounces large sea scallops 8 U-12 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 medium-sized onion, peeled and diced 10 cloves garlic, sliced 12 mussels, scrubbed and bearded 12 ch...
Seared Arctic Char with Kumquat Compote 8 ounces kumquats, cut into thirds and seeds removed 1/2 cup orange marmalade 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup champagne vinegar One 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated 1 bundle fresh thyme sprigs 1/2 cinnamon stick 1/2 red jalapeno, minced Kosher salt Extra-virgin olive oil Four 5-ounce...
Grammy's Giant Cream Puffs 1 stick unsalted butter 1 cup boiling water 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 eggs Grammy's Cream Puff Filling, recipe follows Powdered sugar, for dusting 2 cups heavy whipping cream 1/3 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line ...
Injera 2 cups teff flour 2 cups self-rising flour, such as Aunt Jemima 2 cups barley flour Instructions: Mix the teff and 1 cup of the self-rising flour with water in a large container and make a thick dough the consistency of bread dough. Cover with water and let it ferment for 2 to 3 days. In a separate container, ...
Fried Potato Salad Peanut oil, for frying 2 pounds russet potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/3 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 3 tablespoons capers 1/2 red onion, finely chopped 2 stalks celery, finely diced Instructions: In a deep-fryer ...
Kalbi (Korean Barbequed Beef Short Ribs) 5 pounds Korean style beef short ribs* 1 cup brown sugar, packed 1 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup water 1/4 cup mirin (rice wine) 1 small onion, peeled and finely grated 1 small Asian pear, peeled and finely grated 4 tablespoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil 1/4 teaspoon bl...
Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 large eggs One 8-ounce zucchini (about 1 large), grated (about 1 1/2 cups) 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note) 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 t...
Rudy Mikeska's \All Purpose\ Seasoning Rub 1 pound salt 4 ounces chili powder 3 ounces black pepper, coarsely ground 3 ounces black pepper, finely ground 2 ounces hot paprika 2 ounces garlic powder Instructions: Mix all ingredients together and place in an airtight container. Rub on beef, pork, chicken, lamb (anything)...
Guacamole Salad 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and 1/2-inch diced 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup small diced red onion 2 tablespoons minced jalapeno peppers, seeded (2 peppers) 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lime zest 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (2 limes) 1/4 c...
Crispy Fried Chicken 1 whole fryer, cut into 8 pieces Essence, recipe follows 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons buttermilk Vegetable oil for frying 2 1/2 cups flour 2 eggs, beaten Salt and pepper 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika 2 tablespoons salt 1 tablespoon dried thyme 2 tablespoons garlic powder 1 tablespoon black pepper 1 tables...
Pickled Corn and Peppers 1 1/3 cups apple cider vinegar 2/3 cup sugar 2 tablespoons yellow mustard seeds Kosher salt 2 bay leaves 2 ears of corn 1/2 green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips 1/2 red or orange bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips 1 stalk celery, peeled to remove strings, cut into thirds 2 small red j...
Asparagus and Cheese Souffle 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/4 cup diced red onion 1 medium yellow squash, cut into1/4-inch-thick half-moon slices 1 pound thin asparagus, bottoms trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 cup roasted red pepper strips 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallion greens 6 eggs 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/...
Maple Chai Spiced Pepitas 1 cup pepitas 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 2 teaspoons maple syrup Instructions: Line a baking sheet with parchment...
Coconut Truffles 1 cup confectioners' sugar 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes 1/2 cup finely chopped almonds 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut Instructions: Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment. Sift the conf...
Oyster Mushroom Saute 3 medium leeks 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 cup Johannisberg Riesling 1/2 red bell pepper 1 quart fresh oyster mushrooms 1 package baked tofu 1 teaspoon tamari, diluted with 1/2 teaspoon water Grated hard cheese, such as Parmesean, Dry Jack, or Romano, optional Instructions: Clean and slice leeks. He...
Basic Sweet Pie Crust 1 1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons bleached all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch pieces and chilled 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening 5 tablespoons ice water, or as needed Instructions: Sift the flour, sugar and salt into a l...
Shrimp Scampi Rolls 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 5 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt 6 top-split hot dog buns 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/4 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/4 cup dry white wine 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice, plus lemon wedges ...
Caramelized Pears 4 tablespoons butter 4 medium red and yellow Bartlett pears, pitted and quartered 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons bourbon, optional Good-quality ice cream 4 graham crackers, crumbled Instructions: A simple and elegant dessert, Chuck Hughes' caramelized pears are sure to please any crowd. Heat a larg...
Fried Fish Sandwich Grapeseed oil, for frying 2 1/2 pounds fresh flounder fillets 3 tablespoons seafood seasoning, plus more for sprinkling 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups panko bread crumbs 3 eggs beaten Remoulade sauce, recipe follows 1 large French baguette, cut into 4 servings 12 tomato slices 8 romaine leaves, chi...
Tartaburger 8 ounces trimmed beef tenderloin, sliced and very finely chopped to a smooth pulp 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 teaspoons capers 2 gherkins, finely chopped 2 tablespoons brandy 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley 1 teaspoon strong French mustard Salt, to taste Black pepper, to tas...
Cinnamon Sugar Pound Cake Nonstick spray 1 pound (4 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 pound granulated sugar 1 pound eggs, at room temperature 1 pound all-purpose flour, plus for the pan 2 cups confectioners' sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 2 to 3 tablespoons milk Instructions: For the cake: Prehe...
Chicken Korma 1 13.5-ounce can coconut milk (do not shake) 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, quartered 1 tablespoon Madras curry powder Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/4 cup sliced almonds 1 small onion, roughly chopped 1 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced 2 cloves garlic 2 plum tomatoes...
Bloody Mary Slushies 2 large ripe tomatoes (about 1 pound), cut into wedges 1 1/2 cups tomato juice 1 cup cold vodka 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Hot sauce, to taste (optional) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 celery sticks Instructions: Plac...
Spicy Jalapeno Pineapple Margarita 1 tablespoon chile-lime seasoning, such as Tajin 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1 lime wedge Grilled Pineapple, recipe follows Grilled Jalapenos, recipe follows 2 ounces Santo Mezquila 2 ounces pineapple juice 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice 1/2 ounce a...
Estella's Mole Poblano Chicken 8 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded 2 poblano chiles, roasted, seeded and peeled About 1/3 cup/80 ml chicken broth Salt 1/4 cup/60 ml canola oil or lard, plus more for simmering 1/4 cup/60 ml whole almonds 1/4 cup/60 ml hazelnuts 1/4 cup/60 ml pecans 1/4 cup/60 ml sesame seeds 1/4 cu...
White Chocolate Chip Shortcake with Basil Strawberries 1 quart strawberries, hulled and sliced, reserve a few for garnish 1/4 cup sugar, plus 3 tablespoons 1 1/2 cups baking mix 1/3 cup milk 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup white chocolate chips 2 tablespoons chopped basil leaves 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 te...
Chile Rellenos Burgers 2 large poblano peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded 1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck Kosher salt Mexican Tomato Sauce, recipe follows 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, sliced 4 hamburger buns, split and toasted 6 cloves garlic 5 sprigs fresh cilantro 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, cored and roughly chopped...
Ginger Munchkins 3 1/2 cups flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon cardamom 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon allspice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup molasses 1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup sugar 2 tablesp...
Seafood Gumbo 3 1/2 gallons seafood stock 2 cups peanut butter colored Roux, recipe follows 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 tablespoons crab seasoning (recommended: Old Bay) 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon paprika 2 bay leaves 3 cups medium diced onions 3 cups med...
Tuna Quesadilla 2 small (3-ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked 1/2 cup salsa, drained 1/2 cup chopped fresh scallions 1 cup shredded Cheddar Three 12-inch flour tortillas Instructions: Mix tuna with salsa and scallions. Fold in Cheddar. Divide mixture into 1/3's and spread each portion over 1/2 of a tortilla and fold ...
Grilled Beef Skewers with Sun-Dried Tomato Relish 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 3 tablespoons herbes de Provence 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 (2 pound) beef tri-tip, trimmed, and cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 48 cubes) 1/2 small r...
Potato Salad 8 cups mayonnaise 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon celery salt 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 24 pounds red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes 2 cups di...
How to Make Three Kings Bread | Rosca de Reyes 1 (1/4-ounce) packet active dry yeast 1/4 cup warm water 1/4 cup dried figs, cut into strips, plus more for garnish 1/4 cup candied orange peel, cut into strips, plus more for garnish 1/4 cup candied lemon peel, cut into strips, plus more for garnish 1/4 cup chopped candie...
Roasted Rabbit with Ligurian Chickpea Cake and Chanterelles 4 tablespoons minced shallots 1teaspoon minced garlic 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus 1 tablespoon 8 ounce shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, finely chopped 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, plus another 1/2 tablespoon, plus to taste 1 ounce white wine, ...
Double-Fried French Fries 4 (4 to 5-inches long) russet potatoes (about 2 pounds) 2 quarts canola oil 1 tablespoons fine-grain sea salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Peel potatoes on the sides, leaving the ends with the skin on. Cut the potatoes into 1/3-inch slices and then slice into 1/3-inch s...
Raspberry Kiss 1/4 cup black raspberry liqueur (recommended: Chambord) 1/2 cup pineapple juice 2 tablespoons white cranberry juice 1 bottle dry sparkling wine Fresh raspberries, for garnish Instructions: In a pitcher, combine the liqueur, pineapple juice and cranberry juice. Chill in the fridge at least 2 hours. Pour 2...
Shrimp Cocktail 10 cups cold water 2 medium carrots, quartered 2 stalks celery, quartered 1 large onion, quartered 1 head garlic, halved 1 lemon, halved 1/2 bunch parsley 5 sprigs fresh thyme 2 bay leaves 1 pound medium or large shrimp, in the shell, rinsed 1 tablespoon kosher salt Cocktail Sauce, recipe follows Lemon ...
Almendras Saladas (Salted Almonds) 2 cups blanched whole almonds 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoons coarse or fine sea salt Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a baking pan spread almonds in one layer and toast in middle of oven until golden, about 12 minutes. Toss almonds with oil and salt unt...
Thai Steak Wrap 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 2 teaspoons coarse salt 1 tablespoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon allspice 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger, plus 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley 1 1/4 pound flank s...
Biscuits With Cream Gravy, Sausage and Scrambled Eggs 8 Black Pepper Buttermilk Biscuits (see below) 8 Sausage Patties (see below) Cream Gravy (see below) Chopped fresh parsley leaves, for garnish Scrambled eggs, for serving 1 pound ground pork 2 cloves garlic, smashed and chopped into a paste 1 teaspoon onion powder 2...
Sea Bass with Clams in Lemony Escarole 4 tablespoons olive oil 4 slices pancetta 1 quart low-sodium chicken stock 1 lemon, thinly sliced 3 clove garlic, peeled 1/4 bunch fresh thyme, leaves chopped 1 bay leaf 2 bunched escarole, cleaned, leaves torn 16 small clams, scrubbed Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1...
24 Karrot Gold Cupcakes 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 large eggs 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 cup canola oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups grated carrots (about 5) 1 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 stick uns...
Cross Cultural Bulgur Wheat 1 1/2 cups bulgur wheat 4 cups water 2 tablespoons sesame oil 4 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic Grated zest of a lemon 2 tablespoons lemon juice Salt and crushed red pepper 1 cup chopped mint 1 cup chopped cilantro 1/4 cup scallions 1/2 cup chopp...
Turkey Roulade with Cranberry-Apricot Stuffing 1/2 cup whole almonds 2 teaspoons fennel seeds 1/3 cup Cognac or other brandy 1/4 cup water 2/3 cup dried cranberries 2/3 cup dried apricots (about 8 medium), coarsely chopped 2 medium shallots, minced 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus a...
Cherry Bomb Barbecue Sauce 1 yellow onion, chopped fine 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 can cherry juice concentrate 1 cup red wine vinegar 3 chipotle peppers, stems removed 4 packages dried sour cherries 8 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 tablespoon paprika 6 to 8 pickled cherry peppers, stems removed 2 tablespoons tomato ...
Corn Tortillas 4 to 5 tablespoons lukewarm water 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 1/2 to 2 pounds Nixtamal, recipe follows 1 pound dried corn kernels, approximately 2 cups 6 cups water 1/2 -ounce slaked lime* (commonly called cal), approximately 2 tablespoons Instructions: Place the Nixtamal into the bowl of a food processor a...
Sangria 1 (750-ml) bottle red wine 1/2 cup brandy or cognac 1/4 cup orange liqueur (recommended: Cointreau) 2 tablespoons superfine sugar 1/2 cup orange juice 1/2 cup club soda 1 medium unpeeled orange, sliced 1 unpeeled lemon, sliced Instructions: In a pitcher combine the wine, brandy, orange liqueur and sugar and sti...
Incredible Baked Cauliflower and Broccoli Cannelloni Sea salt 1 pound broccoli, washed, florets and stalks chopped 1 pound romanesco or white cauliflower, washed, florets and stalks chopped Olive oil 7 cloves garlic, peeled and finely sliced 1 small bunch fresh thyme, leaves picked 1 (1-ounce) can best-quality anchovie...
Lemon Butter 1/4 pound unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 1 teaspoon kosher salt Instructions: Place the ingredients in a small bowl and mash together with a fork. Place the butter mixture in a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap and roll into a 1-inch-diameter cylinder. Twist the e...
Casablanca Bisteeya Burgers 3/4 cup mayonnaise 2 lemons, zested 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey 2 eggs 1 cup finely ground almonds 2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 4 tablespoons butter 2 large onions, slice...
Roasted Peach and Rosemary Turkey Breast with Stuffing 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons apple cider 1/4 cup kosher salt, plus more for the turkey 3 to 5 sprigs fresh thyme 3 sprigs fresh rosemary One 3-pound boneless turkey breast with skin 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for the turkey One 10-o...
Chorizo Nachos 9 ounces raw pork chorizo, removed from casing 1/2 cup chopped white onions 3/4 cup white wine 1 lemon, juiced 1 pound shredded Monterrey Jack cheese 1 tablespoon cornstarch One 11-ounce package tortilla chips 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon chopped chives Instructions: In a la...
Praline Bread Pudding 1 tablespoon butter 4 eggs 1 cup light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3 cups heavy cream 1 cup milk 6 cups 1/2-inch day-old bread cubes 2 cups crumbled Pecan Pralines, recipe follows 2 cups Anglaise Sauce, recipe follows 1 cup light bro...
Filipino Whole Grilled Fish with Tomato-Onion Salsa 2 whole black sea bass or snapper (2 pounds each), gutted and scaled 10 ripe Campari or 5 plum tomatoes, diced (about 2 cups) 1 red onion, diced 2 scallions, chopped 2 tablespoons fish sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tablespoons ex...
Spaghetti Frittata 10 eggs 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, sliced thinly into half moons 1 bunch fresh spinach (about 1/2 pound) washed, dried and coarsely chopped (5 cups) 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, reconstituted in boiling water for 10 minutes, chopped 1 large clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoo...
Spaghetti with Pepita Pesto and Cactus Kosher salt 8 ounces spaghetti 1 28-ounce can or jar nopalitos (cactus), drained 1/3 cup pepitas (green pumpkin seeds) 1 bunch fresh cilantro, leaves only (about 3 cups) 2 cloves garlic, sliced 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 tomato, finely chopped 1 Fresno chile pepper, finely c...
Braised Short Ribs with Seared Shrimp and Grits 4 ounces beef short rib Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 ounces mirepoix (equal parts chopped celery, carrots and onions) 1 cup red wine 2 ounces beef stock 1/2 cup stone-ground white grits 2 ounces cream cheese or mascarpone 2 tablespoons sliced green onions 2 ounc...
Ploughman's Lunch Fig or lemon leaves, for decoration Chunk of good English Cheddar Jar of Chutney Baked Virginia Ham, thickly sliced, recipe follows Crisp apples, cut up Celery stalks with leaves, cut in half lengthwise Bunch radish, sliced in half Soft Hard-Boiled Eggs, recipe follows Baby carrots Loaf of crusty brea...
Parisian Onion Soup 4 sweet onions, very thinly sliced 4 tablespoons butter or good oil 2 heaping tablespoons flour 1/2 cup white wine 1 quart beef consomme Grated snappy cheese (Parmesan cheese) Rye bread, sliced thin and toasted Instructions: In a saucepan, brown the onions in the fat, sprinkle with flour and stir wh...
Pineapple Clafouti 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced 1/2 cup sugar 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature 2 eggs 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 teaspoons baking soda Pinch kosher salt Instructions: Preheat the ...
Herbed Chicken and Walnuts Over Pasta 3/4 pound fusilli lunghi pasta 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 3/4 pound ground chicken 1 cup shelled walnuts 1/3 cup minced fresh parsley 1 tablespoon paprika 1/2 cup plain, non-fat yogurt Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste Instructions: Bring a large pot of salted wat...
Air Fryer Steak with Garlic-Herb Butter One 1-pound sirloin steak, about 1 inch thick Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives 1 small clove garlic, finely grated 1/4 teaspo...
Grilled Polpette Kababs 1/2 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese, such as Calabro 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs 1/4 cup whole milk 1 teaspoon dried oregano 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon Calabrian chili paste 1 large egg 1 pound 80/20 ground beef chuck 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons chop...
Stuffed Mini Peppers 16 fresh cherry peppers 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt 8 ounces creamy goat cheese, at room temperature 4 scallions (green and white parts), thinly sliced 3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted Grated zest and juice of 1/2 large lemon Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare t...
Apple Pie Coffee Cake 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice or nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 cups peeled, cored, and thinly sliced firm tart apples (about...
Blender Hollandaise 1 large egg yolk 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice Pinch cayenne pepper 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt Instructions: Put the egg yolk, lemon juice, and cayenne in a blender. Pulse a couple times to combine. Put the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl ...
Pan Seared Scallops with a Tomato and White Chocolate Beurre Blanc 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 large shallots, chopped Kosher salt 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1/4 cup dry white wine 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 3/4 cup heavy cream 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 2 ounces white ch...
Guinness Float 2 cups milk 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup sugar 1 vanilla bean, scraped 1 1/4 cups egg yolks 1 cup Guinness beer 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup glucose* 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut 24 ounces Guinness beer (2 bottles) Instructions: To make the ice cream: Combine the milk, heavy cre...
Stuffed Tomatoes 4 large heirloom tomatoes Extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 8 ounces 80/20 ground beef 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated 1 small red onion, diced Zest of 1 lemon 1/2 cup finely chopped mint 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley 1 1/2 cups cooked long grain rice 1/4 cup toasted...
Cheese-Stuffed Pepper Christmas Tree 8 cups popped popcorn 20 multicolored mini sweet peppers with stems (about 1 pound) 1 pound chevre goat cheese, at room temperature 4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped 1 clove garlic, finely grated Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 large bunches curly kale, such as...
Cheesy Vegetable Manicotti 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 small zucchini, finely diced 1 small yellow squash, finely diced Salt and freshly ground black pepper One 15-ounce container whole-milk ricotta 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 3 tabl...
Fennel and Orange Salad 1 orange 1 large bulb fennel, halved, cored and thinly sliced (about 2 cups), plus fennel fronds, for serving 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Working in a circle, cut the peel and white pith from the ora...
Wolfgang's 16-layer Chocolate Cake 10 eggs, separated 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1/2 cup almond meal 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup water 1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon instant espresso 1 cup water 1 cup sugar 9 egg yolks 1 pound bittersweet chocolate, melted...