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Potato Salad with No Mayo dill2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced 1 quart pork or chicken stock (recommended: Kitchen Basics) 1 small bunch scallions, finely chopped 3 to 4 ribs celery with leafy tops, chopped 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 rounded tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish 1/3 ...
Grilled Lamb Chops with Tapenade Butter 8 baby lamb chops, Frenched Olive or canola oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon herbes de Provence Tapenade Butter, recipe follows Fresh chopped oregano leaves, for garnish, optional 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, slightly softened 4 anchovy fillets 3 cloves garlic, co...
Grilled Hawaiian Pizza 1 pound prepared pizza dough, at room temperature, halved 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 cups diced pineapple (from about 1/2 pineapple) 1 bunch scallions, cut into 1-to-2-inch pieces 1/4 pound deli-sliced ham 3/4 cup shredded white cheddar cheese (about 3 ounces) 3/4 cup shredded mue...
Spicy Chicken Empanadas 2 1/2 kilograms (5.51 pounds) all-purpose flour 5 large eggs 2 ounces salt 1/2 cup milk 1 1/2 cups water 8 ounces (2 sticks) unsalted butter 10 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast 1 cup canola oil 5 1/2 pounds chopped onions 1 pound green bell peppers, chopped in food processor 1 p...
Amaretto Chocolate Dip 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar 2 tablespoons corn syrup Pinch of salt 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 2 to 3 tablespoons amaretto liqueur 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Amaretti or other Italia...
Cinnamon Hot Chocolate 4 cups whole milk 2 cinnamon sticks 1 disk Mexican chocolate (about 3 ounces), chopped Mini marshmallows, for garnish Instructions: In a medium saucepan, bring the milk to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to medium low and add the cinnamon sticks and Mexican chocolate. Simmer unti...
Sweet Po-Tater Tots 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 1/4 medium onion, finely diced 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Oil, preferably peanut or grapeseed, for frying Instructions: Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add the sweet potatoes. Cook for...
Cheese Biscuits 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces, chilled 1 cup shredded extra sharp Cheddar cheese About 2/3 cup of milk Instructions: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. In a food processor mix the flour, mustard, salt...
Mike's Fried Chicken Breasts, wings, legs and thighs from 2 chickens 2 1/2 pounds all-purpose flour 1 cup seasoned salt (recommended: Season-All) 1/2 cup poultry seasoning 1/2 cup dill weed (for that unexpected flavor) 1/4 cup rubbed sage 1/4 cup garlic powder 1/4 cup ground black pepper Instructions: Preheat enough ...
Rhubarb Simple Syrup 2 cups granulated sugar 3 stalks rhubarb, cut into 1-inch pieces Instructions: Add the sugar and rhubarb to a pan with 3 cups of cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Simmer, uncovered, until the rhubarb softens and the syrup thickens slightly, 15 to 20 minutes. Str...
Neely's Whoopie Pumpkin Pies 1/2 cup butter, room temperature 1 1/4 cups sugar 1 egg 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Pinch salt 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 1/2 s...
GZ's Chicken Stock 1 chicken carcass, cut into medium pieces 1 1/2 cups peeled and sliced carrots 10 sprigs thyme 5 black peppercorns 3 bay leaves 1 leek, split and sliced, rinsed 1 onion, sliced 1 apple, quartered (not peeled or cored) Instructions: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Place the chicken pieces on a shee...
Pecorino and Bean Salad 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves 2 cups (9 ounces) shelled edamame beans 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 5 ounces pecorino, cut into 1/2-inch chunks 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1/4 teas...
Smoked Whole Turkey One 12- to 14-pound turkey 2\u202ftablespoons\u202fkosher salt 2\u202ftablespoons paprika 1\u202ftablespoon\u202fbrown sugar 1\u202ftablespoon\u202ffreshly ground black pepper 1\u202ftablespoon\u202fgarlic powder 1\u202ftablespoon\u202fonion powder 1\u202fteaspoon\u202fdried thyme 1/2\u202fteaspoon\...
Bloody Mary Slushies 6 ripe medium red tomatoes (about 1-1/4 pounds total) Salt Celery salt 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced 1 to 1 1/2 cups tomato juice or vegetable-tomato juice 1 lemon, halved 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish Hot pepper sauce Garnish: celery sticks, trimmed green...
Quick Tagine-Style Chicken 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan 4 cloves garlic, smashed beneath the flat of your knife with the heel of your hand, discard skins 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into large bite-size pieces 1 1/2 teaspoons grill seasoning blend (recommend...
Caramel Apple Salad 3 Granny Smith apples, sliced into wedges 1 head butter lettuce, cored and separated into leaves 3/4 cup caramel ice cream topping 1 cup walnuts Instructions: Place butter lettuce on a platter. Top with apples. Drizzle with ice cream topping. Top with walnuts.
Radical Rob's Chocolate Chip Cookies 1/2 cups baker's sugar 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar 1 cup butter 3 tablespoons pure vanilla extract 2 large eggs, slightly beaten 3 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 bag (2 cups) milk chocolate chips 1 cup chopped toasted walnuts Instructions: Preh...
Grape Leaves Stuffed with Bulgur or Cracked Wheat and Cumin from Rhodes 1 1/2 cups cracked wheat 4 cups finely chopped green onion 3 large, extra-ripe tomatoes, grated (see Cook's Note) 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 heaping...
Malaysian Satays 1/2-pound skinless chicken thighs or beef flank steak, cut into 1-inch strips 2 stalks lemongrass, smashed and coarsely chopped 1 red onion, quartered 1 cup corn oil 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, finely chopped 1 tablespoon ground turmeric 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon coarse black pepper 1 t...
Slightly Sweet Cranberry Cocktail Nuts 3 tablespoons sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika 1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme 3/4 teaspoon ground mustard 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Vegetable oil, for oiling the baking sheet 1 large egg white 1 cup unsalted raw cashews 1 cup unsalte...
Almighty Chocolate Divinity 1 cup walnuts 3 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup water 1/3 cup light corn syrup 2 large egg whites 8 ounces chocolate mini morsels Instructions: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Toast the walnuts on a baking sheet in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature. P...
Kentucky Mule Ice 1/2 ounce lime juice 2 ounces bourbon 4 to 6 ounces ginger beer Instructions: Fill a Collins glass or Moscow mule mug with ice and add the lime juice. Pour in the bourbon and fill with cold ginger beer. Stir and serve.
Baby Strawberry and Honey Pies Vegetable oil cooking spray 2 unroll-and-bake refrigerated 9-inch pie crusts (recommended: Pillsbury) 2 tablespoons honey 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 tablespoon arrowroot 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest 8 medium strawberries, hulled and cut into 1/4-inch pieces, to yield about 1 1/4 cu...
Grilled Vegetable Summer Rolls 1 package rice paper wrappers (about 16) 1 quart hot water 4 cups grilled vegetables (eggplant, zucchini, onions, red bell peppers) coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted 1/3 cup pickled ginger 2 cups mixed salad greens 2 ounces fresh mint Sweet Thai...
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...
Homemade Grilled Applesauce with Caraway 12 Granny Smith apples cored and peeled 1 ounce olive oil 1 tablespoon of salt 4 ounces apple cider 1 tablespoon of toasted and ground caraway Instructions: Quarter apples, brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place on grill and cook until tender making sure not to burn....
Jumbo Pico 5 whole plum (Roma) tomatoes 1/2 large onion 1 jalapeno, halved, seeded and finely sliced 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves 2 limes 1/2 teaspoon salt Instructions: Cut up the tomatoes into quarters and add to a bowl. Cut the onion into large chunks and add to the bowl. Add the jalapeno to the bowl. Add the cilan...
Whole-Wheat Pasta Salad with Walnuts and Feta Cheese 1/2 pound whole-wheat fusilli or other spiral shaped pasta 1/2 cup walnuts 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/2 cup diced red onion 1 1/2 cups chopped baby spinach leaves 2 tablespoons walnut oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 clove of garlic, minced (about 1/2 teaspoo...
Salisbury Steak with Brown Gravy 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 1/2 pounds 80 percent lean ground beef 1 cup fresh bread crumbs 1 tablespoon grill seasoning 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 large egg 1/2 (8-ounce) package sliced baby portobello mushrooms Kosher salt and freshly ground black peppe...
Ginger and Cucumber Juice 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped 1 English cucumber, peeled and chopped Ice Lemon wheels, for garnish Cucumber wheels, for garnish Instructions: In a blender or food processor, blend together the ginger, cucumber and 1/2 cup cold water. Strain and press the puree through a mesh ...
Venison with Chanterelles in Cream Sauce and Braised Red Cabbage 6 (5 ounce) venison fillets, trimmed Game seasoning, recipe follows 1 tablespoon oil Game Sauce, recipe follows 1 cup cream Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup chopped onions 1 pound chanterelles, trimmed Minced parsley Braised Red Cabbage, recip...
Deconstructed Cannoli Chips and Dip Canola oil, for frying 1 package (about 36) square wonton wrappers, cut in half diagonally 2 cups whole-milk ricotta 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, plus more for dusting 3 tablespoons orange liqueur 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup pistachios, coarse...
Stuffed Baked Mussels 2 pounds medium fresh mussels, scrubbed and de-bearded, preferably Green Lipped 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc 3 sprigs fresh thyme 1 cup finely diced onion 1 cup finely diced red bell...
Caprese Burgers 2 1/2 pounds ground sirloin beef 1 cup fresh or store-bought pesto, recipe follows 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper One 7 to 8-ounce ball fresh mozzarella, sliced into eight 1/4-inch-thick slices, patted dry with paper towels 1/2 cup mayonnaise...
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 Bread crumbs, for dredging 2 tablespoons clarified butter 3 slices smoked bacon, roughly chopped 1/2 onion, diced 1 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 tabl...
Praline Cheesecake Bars Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the pan 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 3 tablespoons salted butter, melted Three 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 large eggs, at room tempera...
Raspberry Tiramisu 5 whole egg yolks 1/4 cup plus 4 tablespoons sugar 3/4 cup marsala wine 1 pound mascarpone cheese, at room temperature 1 cup whipping (heavy) cream 3 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups brewed espresso Store-bought ladyfingers 2 cups fresh raspberries 1 square semisweet chocolate, for grating Instru...
Chunky Chili 2 tablespoons butter 1 medium sweet onion, very finely chopped 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 2 cans red kidney beans, drained 1 jar marinara meat sauce (recommended: Paul Newman's) 1 package chili seasoning, minus 1 tablespoon reserved for rolls (recommended: Shilling's) Shredded cheese, for garnish Sour cream,...
Grilled Corn and Tomato Salad with Thai Basil Vinaigrette Dressing 8 large ears corn Kitchen twine 1 small or 1/2 large red onion, finely chopped 2 cups grape tomatoes, quartered lengthwise 4 to 5 large Thai basil leaves, roughly chopped Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper 1/2 cup chopped Thai basil leaves 1/2...
Chicken Parmesan Six 1/2 inch-thick chicken cutlets, about 2 pounds total Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the baking dish 4 garlic cloves, sliced 1 teaspoon chopped fres...
Sausage, Pepper and Potato Skillet 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound marble potatoes 1 yellow onion, sliced thin 1 orange bell pepper, sliced thin 1 green bell pepper, sliced thin 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds 3 c...
Millionaire's Ham One 8-to-10-pound bone-in fully-cooked ham 3 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar 1 3/4 cups orange juice 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line the bottom and the rack of a roasting pan with foil. Place the rack inside ...
Esterel Cake 3/4 cup blanched almonds 4 eggs 1 2/3 cups powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting 5 egg whites 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup pastry flour, sifted 1/4 cup red raspberry jam 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream 7 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped Fresh raspberries, for decoration...
Sea Bass with Cranberry Pineapple Pepper Relish 2 cups fresh or frozen chopped cranberries 1/2 cup finely diced pineapple 1 tablespoon sugar 2 small serrano peppers, seeded and finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon roasted habanero pepper paste 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves 1 tablespoon apple cider 1/4 cup peach Schnapps Salt ...
Burrer's Peach Cobbler 1/4 pound melted butter 4 to 5 cups tree-ripened peaches, sliced 1 1/2 cups sugar Pinch cinnamon Pinch nutmeg 1 cup flour 2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour a 9 by 13-inch glass casserole dish. Pour melted butter into ...
Manhattan 6 ice cubes 1/4 cup sweet vermouth 1 cup bourbon whiskey Cocktail cherries, to decorate Instructions: Put the ice cubes in a cocktail shaker. Pour the vermouth and whiskey over the ice. Shake and then strain into cocktail glasses. Add a cherry, if desired, and serve.
Kids Can Bake: Raspberry and Cream Cheese Brownie Bites Cooking spray 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, broken into chunks 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon fine salt 2 large eggs 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup whipped plain cream cheese 1/...
Calico Beans 6 slices bacon (about 6 ounces), cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces 1 medium yellow onion, diced 1 pound ground beef, 80/20 One 15-ounce can kidney beans, rinsed and drained One 15-ounce can navy beans, rinsed and drained One 11-ounce can pork and beans 1/2 cup ketchup 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar 1 ta...
Spicy Mocha 4 1/2 cups whole milk 4 small dried red chilies (such as chilies de arbol) 3 cinnamon sticks, broken in half 3 cups espresso 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/4 cups unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 cup whipping cream Instructions: Combine the milk, chilies, and cinnamon sticks in a heavy large saucepan...
Easy Ginger Beer 1 cup peeled and chopped fresh ginger (about 6 ounces) 1 cup turbinado sugar 4 allspice berries 2 cloves 1 tablespoon chopped crystallized ginger 1 liter seltzer 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, optional Instructions: Combine the ginger, sugar, allspice, cloves spices, and crystallized ginger, and 2 cup...
Tex-Mex Lazy Tomato Rice 2 cups long-grain white rice One 1-ounce package taco seasoning Kosher salt One 15.5-ounce can black beans, drained 8 ounces ground beef, cooked and crumbled 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 cup frozen corn, thawed 1 whole tomato, cored 1 lime, halved ...
Pepperoni Pizzagna 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the pan 4 large button mushrooms, sliced Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 8 ounces sweet Italian sausage, casings removed 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped 1 24-ounce jar marinara sauce 1/2 cup roughly ...
Pringle-Coated Sea Bass on Day-Old Wonder Bread Tuscan Salad 1 can low fat Pringles 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 pinch chili powder 2 tablespoons canola oil 4 (8-ounce) fillets of sea bass Tuscan Salad, recipe follows 3 cups wonder bread, ripped into bits 1/2 cup chopped tomato 1 tab...
Roasted Sweet Potato Soup with Ham Hocks 2 pounds sweet potatoes 2 cups chicken stock 1 to 2 smoked ham hocks (about 1 pound total) 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, or more as needed 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 orange, zested and juiced, or more as need...
Swordfish Provencal 3 tablespoons good olive oil, plus extra for grilling 1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 onion) 1 cup chopped fennel (1 bulb) 1 red bell pepper, julienned 1/2-inch thick 1 yellow bell pepper, julienned 1/2-inch thick 1 teaspoon minced garlic 28 ounces canned plum tomatoes, preferably San Marzano 2 tables...
Now You Sea Salt, Now You Don't Chocolate Sauce 2 cups heavy cream 2 cups sugar 1/2 cup agave 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped Pinch chili powder 1/2 teaspoon fleur de sel or other flaky sea salt Instructions: Warm the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in ...
Round 2 Recipe - Rice Cakes with Creamy Cilantro Sauce 2 cups rice mixture, chilled, reserved from Cuban Chicken and Rice 1 cup breadcrumbs 1 egg Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup canola oil, for frying 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic 2 tablespoo...
Tandoori Turkey Cutlets with Lentils 1/2 cup 2% plain Greek yogurt 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons tandoori paste 4 turkey cutlets (about 1 1/2 pounds) 1 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced 3 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 to 2 teaspoons garam masala 2 15-ounce cans low-...
Roasted Chicken Breast with Marmalade 5 airline chicken breasts, skin on Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 to 3 tablespoons canola oil 12 to 16 ounces Orange Marmalade, recipe follows Wilted romaine, recipe follows 5 oranges or tangerines, washed and dried 1/2 cup honey Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1...
Pepper Crusted Lamb Loin, Baby Arugula, Roasted Pine Nut Polenta and White Truffle Tomato Demi 1 pound boneless lamb loin, trimmed and cleaned 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 sprig rosemary, chopped 10 cloves garlic, peeled Salt and fresh ground French-style peppercorns 3 cups baby arugula 1 tablespoon olive oil Polenta, rec...
Chicken Salad Sandwiches 2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken, skin removed 1/2 cup diced celery 1/3 cup diced carrot 1/3 cup diced red onion 1/2 cup mayonnaise with olive oil 2 tablespoons yellow mustard 1 teaspoon celery salt 1 teaspoon granulated garlic Pinch of paprika Freshly ground pepper 6 whole-wheat sourdough rol...
Grilled Quail with Pomegranate Molasses and Horseradish Glaze with Spicy Walnuts and Tangerine Vinaigrette Glaze 1/4 cup pomegranate molasses 1 heaping tablespoon prepared horseradish, drained 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Salt and pepper Quail 8 quail, deboned Salt and pepper Glaze Spicy Glazed Walnuts 1 cup sugar 1/4 cu...
Pork Butt 1 family-size pork butt 2 tablespoons salt 2 tablespoons granulated garlic or garlic powder 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper MOGridder's Dry Rub Barbecue Seasoning, recipe follows MOGridder's Barbecue Sauce, for serving, recipe follows 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika 2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons ...
Butter and Parm Squished Potatoes About 2 pounds baby Yukon gold potatoes 2 to 2 1/2 cups chicken stock 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 to 2/3 cup shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano, 2 handfuls Instructions: Put the potatoes in a medium pot in a single layer. Pour in ...
\Santa Maria Style BBQ\ Oakwood Grilled Tri-tip 2 (3-pound) tri-tip roasts Basting Sauce, recipe follows Seasoning Salt Mixture, recipe follows 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons white pepper 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon onion powder 4 tablespoons granulated garlic 6 tablespoons salt 1/2 cup r...
Taleggio Fondue 1 clove garlic 1 whole clove 1 bay leaf 1 cup chicken stock 1 1/2 cups white wine 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour 1 pound Taleggio cheese with rind, diced 3/4 pound white Cheddar, grated 3/4 pound Gruyere, grated 2 teaspoons vodka Dipper suggestions: baguette c...
Creamy Mashed Potatoes 4 1/2 to 5 pounds Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks Kosher salt 1 to 1 1/4 cups whole milk Freshly ground white pepper 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into slices 1 cup sour cream 1 cup heavy cream 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan Instructions: Cook the potatoes: In a l...
Mussels Florentine 3 dozen mussels 1/4 cup minced shallots (2 to 3 shallots) 1 1/4 cups dry white 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into tablespoon size pieces 1 bunch fresh spinach Thin strips of red pepper for garnish Instructions: In a large, heavy saucepan, bring 1 cup water...
Horchata 1 cup basmati rice 2 cups blanched almonds 2 cinnamon sticks 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3/4 cup sugar Instructions: Combine the ground rice, blanched almonds, cinnamon and vanilla bean and seeds with 3 1/2 cups water and let sit overnight, covered, in the refrigerator....
Champagne Cosmo 1-ounce Belvedere vodka 1 dash Grand Marnier 1 1/2 ounces cranberry juice 1/2-ounce fresh lime juice 1 twist orange 1-ounce Palais sparkling Brut Champagne Instructions: Shake vodka, Grand Marnier, cranberry juice and lime juice over ice. Strain into a chilled Champagne flute. Top with Champagne. Garnis...
Lemon and Mint Roasted Lamb 3 pounds boneless leg of lamb, rinsed and patted dry 12-ounce bottle lemon pepper dressing 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 tablespoon paprika 1/2 cup mint leaves, chopped 1 onion, thinly sliced Saffron Couscous with Goat Cheese, recipe follows 2 cups low sodium chicken broth 1 pinch saffron th...
Pickling Liquid 3 cups distilled white vinegar 1 cup water 2 1/2 cups sugar 1/4 cup salt 1 1/2 teaspoons whole allspice 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick 1 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds 1 1/2 teaspoons mustard seeds 1 1/2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns Instructions: Place all of the ingredients in a nonreactive saucepan, over ...
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed 1 cup sliced carrots 1 cup frozen green peas 1/2 cup sliced celery 1/3 cup butter 1/3 cup chopped onion 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon celery seed 1 3/4 cups chicken broth 2/3 cup milk 2...
Sunset Sangria 3 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons (3 splashes) spiced dark rum 3 tablespoons orange liqueur 1 navel orange, sliced 1 lemon, sliced 2 ripe peaches, cut into wedges 3 ripe plums, cut into wedges 2 cinnamon sticks 1 bottle Rioja Sparkling soda water, for topping off glasses of sangria at table Instructions:...
Crepes with Mascarpone and Cherries 1 pint mascarpone, at room temperature 3/4 cup tiny chocolate chips or finely chopped chocolate 1 1/4 cups sugar Pinch ground cinnamon 1 pound cherries, pitted and halved 1 Meyer lemon, zested and juiced Splash water 1/2 recipe Basic Crepes, recipe follows 1 cup all-purpose flour Pin...
Peanut Butter Filled Chocolate Cupcake 10 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 6 ounces peanut butter 1 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 eggs 2 1/4 cups cake flour 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 te...
Curried Chervil Eggs 6 hard boiled eggs, cooled and peeled 1 teaspoon butter 2 teaspoons curry powder 1 teaspoon finely minced chives 2 teaspoons finely minced chervil leaves 1 teaspoon finely minced curly parsley leaves 2 tablespoons lowfat mayonnaise 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Parsley, dill s...
Cheesesteak Skillet Pizza 6 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, thinly sliced 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 8 ounces shaved sirloin steak 1 pound pizza dough, rested at room temperature 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella 1/2 cup s...
Bruschetta 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half 4 basil leaves, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper 2 or 3 baguette slices Grapeseed oil Fresh ricotta, lightly whipped to soften 1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar Instructions: Add the tomatoes, basil, garlic, o...
Tuscan Bean Soup 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 ounces deli-sliced hot capicola or coppa ham, chopped 1/2 red onion, chopped 5 cloves garlic (4 minced, 1 whole) 2 carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced 1 15-ounce can no-salt-added cannellini beans 1 15-ounce can no-salt-adde...
Fresh Coriander, Ginger, and Chile Breads 2 cups semolina flour 1 cup plain yogurt 1 fresh red chile (seeds and veins discarded), finely chopped (or 1 jalapeno) 1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger 1 tablespoon curry leaves (if using dried, rehydrate by soaking before using) 2 tablespoons coriander leaves, roughly choppe...
Cauliflower \Potato\ Salad (Low-Carb Potato Salad) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 pound cauliflower florets (from about 1 small head cauliflower) 2 tablespoons sour cream 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 2 stalks cel...
Dominic's Salsa 5 to 6 Roma tomatoes, diced 8 to 10 scallions, whites and light green parts, chopped 1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed, finely chopped 1 to 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped almost to a paste 1 cup loosely packed cilantro, chopped Juice of 1 to 2 limes 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon ...
Fennel and Orange Salad with Walnut Pesto 2 bulbs fennel, with tops 2 tablespoons olive oil Kosher salt 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup water About 1/4 to 1/2 cup lightly toasted and roughly chopped walnuts 1 lemon, juiced Sea salt 1/4 cup hazelnut oil Splash orange liqueur 2 oranges, peeled a...
Grammy's Shepherd's Pie 3 large russet potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and coarsely diced Kosher salt 3/4 cup sour cream 1 large egg Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 bunch scallions, green parts only, sliced 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 carrots, finely diced 2 ribs celery, finely diced 1 onion, finely diced 1 pound...
Seared Pork Tenderloin with Pepper Compote 1 yellow bell pepper 1 red bell pepper 1 teaspoon coriander seed 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 2 garlic cloves, smashed 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped Freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon ground ginger 4 teaspoons extra-virgin oli...
Bourbon-Ancho Marinated Top Round with Cape Gooseberry Relish 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey, such as Maker's Mark 1/3 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons ancho chile puree 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1 small red onion, coarsely chopped 3 cloves garlic, ...
Ohio Turkey Chili 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 yellow onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound ground turkey (80 percent lean) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1 teaspoon ground ...
Risotto Balls with Curry Mayo and Asian Aioli 1 tablespoon sunflower oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 shallots, finely chopped 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh ginger root I cup Arborio rice 1/2 cup Shao hsing rice wine* 1/2 tablespoon XO sauce (spicy seafood sauce)* 1 quart/1 liter chicken stock 1 tablespoon sunflower oil...
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...
Steamed Fish with Scallion Soy Sauce One 2-pound whole striped bass, gutted, head and tail on 3 shiitake mushrooms, julienned One 2-ounce piece ginger, peeled and julienned 3 scallions, chopped into 1-inch pieces 1/3 cup light soy sauce 1 teaspoon sugar 1/3 cup peanut oil, heated to a simmer Steamed white rice, for ser...
Italian Fennel Coleslaw 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup white wine vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning, recipe follows 10 cups very t...
Gin Rummy Cocktail 3 cups fresh orange juice 1 1/2 cups light rum 3/4 cup gin 1/2 cup brandy 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 3 tablespoons grenadine 1 orange, quartered and sliced Instructions: Combine orange juice, rum, gin, brandy, lemon juice, grenadine and orange slices in a pitcher and fill the rest with ice...
Guacamole Salad 3 avocados, diced 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 English cucumber, seeded and finely diced 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped 1/2 medium red onion, finely diced 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1 lime, juiced Hot sauce, as desired Kosher...
Sheet Pan Trifle Nonstick baking spray, for the baking sheet 4 large eggs, cold (see Cook's Note) 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled to room temperature 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, sifte...
Clam Bake on the Beach 2 sticks (1/2 pound) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish 1/2 cup finely chopped mixed herbs, such as parsley, chives, and thyme Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 pounds creamer potatoes 8 ears corn 4 pounds kielbasa, cut into pieces 8 dozen hard-sh...
Buttery Fingers 3 cups candy corn 1 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, finely ground in a food processor 2 cups milk chocolate chips, or chocolate melting wafers Instructions: Spray a 9-inch square baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and line with parchment paper. Melt the candy corn in a large bowl o...
Beer Battered Cod Oil, for frying 2 eggs 2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 10 ounces beer 4 (6-ounce) fillets fresh cod Salt 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika 2 tablespoons salt 2 tablespoons garlic powder 1 tablespoon black pepper 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon...
Green Smoothie Muffins Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note) 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 1/2 cups packed baby spinach 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup avocado oil 1/2 cup whole milk (or milk of choice) 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 1 small apple (ab...