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Millionaire's Shortbread 2 sticks butter, cut into small pieces, plus more for preparing pans 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for preparing pans 2/3 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 (14-ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk 2 tablespoons butter 3/4 pound good-quality milk chocolate Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350...
Fried Fish Sandwich Vegetable oil, for frying 1 cup cornmeal 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 tablespoon kosher salt One 12-ounce bottle amber beer, such as Dos Equis 2 teaspoons hot sauce, such as Tabasco Two 6-ounce tilapia fillets, cut in half Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Kosher sa...
Gina's Vanilla Bean Champagne Cocktail 2 ounces peach nectar 1/2-ounce vanilla bean syrup, recipe follows Dry sparkling wine 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup sugar 1 vanilla bean Instructions: Add the peach nectar and vanilla bean syrup to a champagne flute. Top with sparkling wine and serve.; In a small saucepan, combine the wat...
Malena About 10 1/2 ounces beef sirloin 7 ounces potatoes 1 tablespoon olive oil About 1/4 cup freshly ground black pepper About 1/4 cup diced leek About 1/4 cup freshly diced green onions About 1/4 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced About 1/4 cup mushrooms, thinly sliced White wine, to your liking 2 grams sweet potatoes, ...
Pan-Seared Tilapia 2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped (about 2 cups) 1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves 1 lime, juiced 1 tablespoon olive oil Minced fresh chile of choice, see Cook's Note* Canola oil, for frying 6 fillets of tilapia (about 6 ounces each) Sea salt and freshly ...
Strawberry Chocolate Mini Trifles 1 pound strawberries 1/4 cup sugar 1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract One 3.1-ounce box instant chocolate mousse mix, such as Dr. Oetker 2 cups coarsely crumbled chocolate wafer cookies Instructions: Reserve 2 strawberries for garnish, then dice the remaining straw...
Chile Rub 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon coriander seeds 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3 ounces corn oil 3 ounces clarified butter 1/4 cup white onion (diced small) 2 cloves garlic (thinly sliced) 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 teaspoon tomato paste 4 chipolte chiles (...
Beef Tenderloin Filets with Habanero Butter One 2-pound center-cut beef tenderloin, cut into four 2-inch steaks Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature 1 habanero, seeded, minced Zest and juice of 1 lime 2 tables...
Spaghetti and Meatballs 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves 1 cup milk 4 thick slices firm white bread, crust removed, cut into cubes, about 2 cups 2 pounds ground beef 2 pounds ground pork 1 egg 1/2 cup freshly grated P...
The Definitive Mashed Potato 2 pounds yellow Finnish potatoes 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, or more to taste Sea salt, preferably gray sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 to 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil Instructions: Preheat oven to 325 degrees F....
Buttery Garlic Herb Knots 1/2 recipe Simple Pizza Dough, recipe follows 16 tablespoons (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, minced 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves, minced 3/4 cup grated Parmesan, divided 10 cloves garlic, grated Bench flour 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 3/4 cup...
Ultimate Pumpkin Pie 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 5 teaspoons sugar Salt 12 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 1 15-ounce can pure pumpkin 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened Salt 3 large eggs, plus 1 egg white 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 te...
Salisbury Steak with Mashed Potatoes and Parsnips and Cress 3 large starchy potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks 1/2 cup milk or cream 1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley Salt and freshly ground black pepper Ground nutmeg 1 1/2 pounds ground sirloin 3 tablespoons Worcestershi...
Fudge Pops 3 cups milk 1/2 cup chocolate milk powder 2 tablespoons malted milk powder 2 tablespoons light corn syrup Instructions: In a blender combine the milk, chocolate milk powder, malt powder, and corn syrup and blend well. Pour into a popsicle mold with lids, insert wooden sticks, and then freeze. Notes about the...
Crispy Asian Brussels Sprouts Salad One 16-ounce bag shaved Brussels sprouts 1/4 cup olive oil Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Zest and juice of 1/2 orange 2 scallions, thinly sliced 1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds 1/2 cup fried wonton strips, for g...
No Can Beato This Taquito 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 large red onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, julienned 2 jalapenos, seeded and diced 2 medium red potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes 2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch strips 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1...
Herbed Rice Pilaf 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 cup long-grain white rice 1 small onion, chopped 3 sprigs fresh thyme Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cups chicken stock 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped Instructions: Melt the butter in a medium saucepot over medium heat. Add the rice, onion...
Shrimp and Mango Summer Rolls 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk 3 tablespoons cashew butter 1 tablespoon agave nectar 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 2 teaspoons fish sauce (nam pla) 1 to 2 teaspoons Asian chili garlic sauce 12 small shrimp, peeled and deveined One 1.76-ounce package vermicelli noodles (bean thread) 2 tab...
Almond Logs 1/4 of the Ultimate Butter Cookie Dough 1 egg white, slightly beaten 1/4 cup finely chopped blanched almonds 1/4 cup sugar Instructions: Prepare the Ultimate Cookie Dough and divide it into four equal parts. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes or refrigerate up to 4 days. Cover a cookie sheet with parc...
Cranberry-Orange-Cinnamon Vodka Tonic 1 cup granulated sugar 6 fresh or frozen and thawed cranberries One 2-inch strip orange peel 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice 1 shot (1 1/2 ounces) best quality cinnamon vodka 1 teaspoon orange liquor, such as Triple Sec Plain, cranberry or orange flavored tonic ...
Bruschetta 8 ripe tomatoes 8 slices large country bread 8 cloves garlic 16 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Blanch the tomato in boiling, salted water for about 15 seconds. Drain and plunge into ice water. Drain and peel. Cube the tomatoes and drain again to remove e...
Grilled Chicken Salad with Chipotle Chile Dressing and Chile Lime Tortilla Crisps 3/4 cup barbecue sauce 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 avocado, peeled, seed removed, and large diced 1 chipotle chili in adobo 2 chili lime tortillas Spray olive oil 6 cups mesclun greens 4 boneless, skinless chicken breas...
Mini Meatball Sliders 2 pounds ground beef (preferably chuck) 1/2 cup panko or other breadcrumbs 1/2 cup whole milk 2 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 onion, diced 1 24-ounce jar marinara sauce 24 dinner rolls 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese Instructio...
Pork Lovers Baked Beans 2 tablespoons butter 1 large onion, diced 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped 1 pound Mexican chorizo Three 28-ounce cans baked beans 1/2 cup mustard 1/4 cup barbecue sauce 1/4 cup ketchup Several dashes hot sauce 6 thin slices bacon Instructions: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Me...
Fresh Corn \Grits\ 4 ears corn 1 large onion 8 fresh thyme sprigs 4 garlic cloves 3 bay leaves 1 tablespoon black peppercorns Extra-virgin olive oil, for coating the pan Kosher salt Instructions: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Pull back the husks from the corn to expose about 3 inches of the cob. Plac...
Positively, Absolutely, Not Real Bouillabaisse 1 pound raw fish heads, bones, tail, and lobster tail shell 4 whole fresh bay leaves 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 6 cups water 1/2 cup olive oil, divided 6 ounces onion, coarsely chopped 3 ounces fennel bulb, coarsely chopped 1 teaspoon c...
Smoked Sausage, Butternut Squash and Wild Rice Soup 2 medium butternut squash, about 3 to 4 pounds, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch chunks 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt Freshly ground black pepper 12 cups chicken stock 2 1/2 cups chopped onions 1 cup wild rice 3/4 pound smoked sausage, such as kielbasa, cut into 1/4...
Mini Shrimp Rolls Kosher salt 1 bay leaf 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 rib celery, minced 1 small shallot, minced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 lemon, juiced Freshly ground pepper 12 slider rolls, split 3 tablespoons butter 1 clove garlic, minced In...
Ginger O 2 (1 1/2 by 1-inch) slices fresh ginger, plus slices for garnish 1 slice orange Ice 3/4-ounce rum 3/4-ounce orange-flavored rum 2 ounces pomegranate juice 1-ounce fresh lime juice 1-ounce simple syrup (equal amounts sugar and water heated until sugar dissolves; cool) Splash soda water Instructions: Muddle the ...
Caribbean Blaze Shrimp 3 pounds small (25 to 30/ per pound) uncooked shrimp 1 medium onion 1 medium green pepper 1 medium red pepper 8 to 10 cloves fresh garlic 4 ounce (1 stick) butter 2 ounces coconut butter 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1 tablespoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1 ounce hot red pepper sauce 21 ounces tomato...
Tuna Avocado Open-Faced Sandwiches with Crunchy Slaw and Five-Spice Oranges 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, plus more for drizzling 2 tablespoons toasted slivered almonds 3 teaspoons light soy sauce 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 teaspoon honey 4 scallions, chopped Freshly ground black pepper 4 cups prepared coleslaw mix ...
Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges 5 garnet yams 1/2 cup olive oil (or enough to coat the yams) Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/4 bunch fresh parsley, chopped 2 cups canola oil, for frying Ketchup or other favorite condiment, for serving Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Wash the yams and slice into 1/4-in...
Rosemary Marinated Chicken Thighs with Spicy Orange Glaze and Orange-Pineapple Relish 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 red onion, coarsely chopped 4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped 6 cups fresh orange juice 1 teaspoon cascabel chile powder Salt and freshly ground pepper 3/4 cup olive oil 3 cloves garlic, chopped 2 tablespoons...
The Best M&M Cookies 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note) 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 1/2 sticks (1 1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened 1 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs, at room temperature 2 teaspoons pure v...
Steak and Eggs Migas 1 tablespoon light brown sugar 1 tablespoon espresso powder 2 teaspoons chile de arbol powder 2 teaspoons ground coriander 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons granulated garlic 2 teaspoons ground ginger 2 teaspoons granulated onion 2 teaspoons dried oregano Two 8-ounce hanger steaks 1 tablespoon E...
Town House® Flatbread Crisps® Crusted Mahi Mahi with Curry Dill Aioli Vegetable oil, for frying 1 box Townhouse Flatbread Crisps 2 pounds mahi mahi, skin removed 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning Salt and freshly ground black pepper All-purpose flour, fo...
Rendered Lard 1 pound pork fat, fatback, pork scraps or other unsmoked, uncured pork pieces 1/3 cup water Instructions: Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Cut the fatback into 1/4-inch cubes and put it into a 6 to 8 quart Dutch oven. Add the water. Put in the oven, uncovered and stir every 30 to 40 minutes, pressing th...
Housemade Habanero Pickles 10 pounds pickling cucumbers, sliced into pickle-sized rounds 6 habaneros, sliced 1/2 cup chopped garlic 2.5 quarts apple cider vinegar 1 cup kosher salt 3 tablespoons pickling spice Instructions: Put cukes, habaneros and garlic in a 5-gallon bucket. Meanwhile, bring vinegar, salt, pi...
Grilled Shiitake Mushroom Salad on Mizuna with Ponzu Style Dressing 3 tablespoons yuzu juice (or a combination of fresh orange juice, grapefruit juice, and lime juice) 1 teaspoon finely chopped grapefruit zest 1 teaspoon finely chopped orange zest 1 teaspoon finely chopped lime zest 3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinega...
How to Make Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes | Mock Garlic Mashed Potatoes 1 medium head cauliflower 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 1/8 teaspoon straight chicken base or bullion (may substitute 1/2 teaspoon salt) 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ch...
Ed's Lobster Roll 4 (1 1/4 to 1 1/2-pounds) whole lobsters 1 cup mayonnaise (recommended: Hellmann's and Best Foods) 1/2 stalk celery, minced 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 top-split hot dog rolls Butter, for grilling 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives Instructions: Plac...
Arctic Char with Warm Lentils 3/4 cup French green lentils, rinsed and picked over 1 bay leaf Kosher salt 1 shallot, finely chopped 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 1/2 pounds skin-on arctic char or mackerel fillets, pin bones removed, cut into 3-inch pieces Freshly ground pepper 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive ...
Tomato and Mozzarella Fondue 1 bunch fresh basil leaves, cleaned 1 pint bocconcini mozzarella pieces Quick Tomato Sauce, recipe follows 1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic Salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Blanch fresh basil leaves in b...
Sunflower 1/2 tablespoon yeast 1 cup heavy cream, warmed 1 cup soy milk, warmed 1 cup butter, melted 4 egg yolks, beaten 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 large acorn squash, cooked and seeded 1 cup sliced almonds 2 cups cornmeal 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon salt 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons butter...
Chunky Chili 2 tablespoons salted butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 2 pounds chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 cloves garlic, minced Two 14-ounce cans tomato sauce ...
Poached Chicken and Vegetables with Couscous 8 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast (4 are for Portuguese Chicken recipe) Salt 1 large carrot, peeled and sliced diagonally into 1/2-inch slices 3 ribs celery, cut into 2-inch pieces on an angle 1 small to medium onion, cut into 1 1/2 inch chunks 1 bay leaf, fresh or ...
Grilled Flank Steak with Mint-Cilantro Mojo and Grilled Carrots and Parsnips 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon jarred and pre-minced fresh ginger 1 tablespoon honey 2 teaspoons sesame oil 1 clove garlic 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 pound flank steak 1/3 cup cilantro leaves 1/3 cup mint leaves 1/4 cup ...
Creamy Red Pepper Soup 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 onions, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves 6 cups chicken broth 2 (12-ounce) jars roasted red bell peppers preserved in water, drained 1 russet potato, peeled and coarsely chopped 1/2 cup dry white wine 1...
My Mary's Italian Macaroni Salad 1 1/2 pounds tri-color fusilli 1 (8-ounce) bottle Italian dressing 1/2 pound prosciutto, cubed 1/2 pound mozzarella, cubed 1/2 pound provolone, cubed 1 can black olives 3 plum tomatoes, diced 3 stalks celery, diced 1 carrot, grated Instructions: In a large pot of boiling salted water co...
Whiskey Maple Sundaes with Candied Bacon 2 cups heavy cream 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1/4 cup corn syrup Pinch kosher salt 3 tablespoons whiskey 6 slices bacon (your favorite variety) 6 tablespoons pure maple syrup 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar 1/2 gallon chocolate ice cream Two 1.4-ounce toffee bar...
Spanish Tortilla Omelet 1 pound Yukon gold potatoes, half peeled, half skin-on, small diced Salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more as needed 2 tablespoons canola oil Freshly cracked black pepper 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 12 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus some...
Mexican Red Rice 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 cups long-grain white rice 1 teaspoon achiote powder 1 bay leaf 2 cups canned crushed tomatoes 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth Instructions: Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onions a...
Salmon in Corn Husks 1 cup water 1/2 cup long-grain white rice 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup minced leeks, white and pale green parts only 3 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and chopped Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 (6-ounce) skinless, center cut salmon fillets 8 corn husks, soaked ...
Slow Cooked Pork Roast with Homemade Barbecue Sauce 1 pork shoulder roast (Boston Butt or Picnic roast), about 6 to 8 pounds 4 teaspoons Emeril's Original Essence 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Homemade Barbecue Sauce, recipe follows 10-12 Sandwich Buns, for serving Classic Coleslaw, for serving, recipe fo...
Wolfgang's Beef Goulash 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 4 cups onions, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon sugar 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon caraway seeds, toasted and ground 1 1/2 tablespoons sweet paprika 1 teaspoon spicy paprika 2 tablespoons minced fresh marjoram leaves 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves 1 b...
New York Strip Steak with Sauce Robert over Baby Potatoes 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 shallot, minced 1 cup (about 3 ounces) white mushrooms, cleaned, trimmed and sliced 1/2 cup Merlot 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 tablespoon water 2 teaspoons tomato paste 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 cup demi-glace 2 teaspoons fresh finely mi...
Holiday Cupcakes 1 box white cake mix 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract White cranberry juice 1 container white icing 4 cupcakes Royal icing, recipe follows 4 blue colored candy canes, \U\ shape broken off to make a \cup handle\ and straight part broken into small pieces 1/2 container white icing 6 large marshmallows 4...
Oven BBQ Chicken 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 1/2 cups ketchup 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 3 1/2 pounds chicken le...
Chicken Thighs with Olives and Fennel 6 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 pounds), trimmed and halved 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 bulbs fennel, trimmed, cored and cut into 1-inch chunks, plus 1/2 cup chopped fronds 2 leeks (w...
Parsley Grits 6 cups water 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking grits 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, roughly chopped 4 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese Instructions: Pour the water into a large saucepan and place over high heat. Bring to a boil and add the salt, grits, and parsley. Stir well,...
Chickpea, Roasted Pepper and Rosemary Spread with Flat Breads, Grape Tomatoes and Zucchini Discs 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas (garbanzo beans) drained 1 small jar, 6 ounces, roasted red peppers, drained well and coarsely chopped 1/2 lemon, juiced 2 cloves garlic, cracked away from peel 4 stems fresh rosemary, leaves str...
Southwest Breakfast Casserole 24 Ounces Ore-Ida® Southern Style Hash Browns 2 Cups Pepper Jack Cheese Shredded 1 Teaspoon Oregano Crushed 1 Red Bell Pepper 6 Eggs 3 Tablespoons Butter Melted Instructions: 1.Combine potatoes, cheese, and seasonings in 13\ X 9\ X 2\ baking dish, sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Arra...
Honey Ham Sandwich 4 cups self-rising flour, plus more for dusting 1 teaspoon kosher salt 5 tablespoons salted butter, cubed and chilled 3 tablespoons shortening, chilled 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 10 tablespoons salted butter, melted 1/4 cup honey 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 12 ...
Ron's Holiday Spice Cookies 6 ounces (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup packed light brown sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour (measured and sifted) 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2...
Chicken Enchilada-Stuffed Squash 2 small acorn squash, halved and seeded 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 white onion, diced 1 small poblano chile pepper, seeded and diced 1 clove garlic, grated 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 15-ounce can red enchilada sauce 2 1/2 cups shredded...
Lemon-Thyme Martini 2 cups water 2 cups granulated sugar zest of 1 lemon 1 handful fresh thyme sprigs 1/2-cup lemon-flavored vodka, such as Citron 1/4-cup Lemoncello candied lemon rind, for garnish Instructions: To make the herb-simple syrup for the martini, combine the water, sugar and lemon zest in a pot over medium ...
Spice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Jalapeno Pesto and Pomegranate 3 tablespoons paprika 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 2 teaspoons ground coriander 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons mustard powder 1 teaspoon chili powder Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 tablespoons canola oil 2...
Pear Vanilla Ice Pop 6 ripe organic Bartlett pears 2 cups organic evaporated cane juice or sugar 1 vanilla bean 1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt Instructions: Peel and halve the pears and remove seeds with a spoon or melon baller. Combine 2 3/4 cups water and the sugar in a large saucepan over medium-hi...
Pittsburgh Salad 4 ounces white balsamic 1 ounce Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper 4 ounces 80/20 vegetable olive oil blend 1 head iceberg lettuce 2 ounces grapeseed oil 1 pound beef medallions 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 large vine ripe tomato, sliced 1/4-thick 1...
Chocolate-Banana Mini Loaves Cooking spray 3/4 cup banana chips 1 17.1-ounce package banana-nut muffin mix 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 3/4 cup chocolate milk 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 large eggs 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted 2 to 3 tablespoons heavy cream 1/2 to 1 teaspoon ba...
Rumaki Teriyaki 1/3 cup teriyaki sauce, plus additional for basting 1 clove garlic, chopped 1/4 pound chicken livers, trimmed, rinsed and cut into 24 (1/2-inch) pieces 12 canned whole water chestnuts, drained and halved 12 slices bacon, halved crosswise Instructions: Stir together the teriyaki sauce and garlic ...
Formosa Sticky Ribs 2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons cracked black pepper 1 tablespoon cinnamon 1 rack baby back ribs 2 teaspoons peanut or vegetable oil 2 tablespoons garlic, chopped 1/2 cup orange juice 1/4 cup sweet soy (kecap manis) 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds, for garnish 1...
Smoked Wild Irish Salmon Millefeuille 1 (16-ounce) smoked salmon fillet 1/2 pound Pomodoro confit tomatoes, recipe follows 1/2 pound crab meat 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 celery stalk, shredded 1/2 pound Pomodoro tomatoes 1 cup sugar Instructions: Begin by slicing the salmon fillet into ...
Sweet Potato Pudding 2 1/2 cups baked sweet potatoes pulp, scooped from the skin 1/2 cup packed light or dark brown sugar 4 large eggs 1/3 cup milk 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract 1 tablespoon corn syrup, preferably dark 1 tablespoon light or dark rum 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teasp...
Grilled Quail with Pomegranate-Orange BBQ Sauce and Tabouli with Quinoa and Shredded Kale 1 cup quinoa, rinsed well Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup (1/2 pint) grape tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped 1 small bunch dinosaur kale,...
Foil-Packet Barbecue Pork Chops with Succotash 4 boneless pork chops (1 inch thick, about 6 ounces each) Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup barbecue sauce 1/2 cup hot pepper jelly 2 cups frozen lima beans, thawed 2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed 1 15.5-ounce can hominy, drained and rinsed 2 scallions, slic...
Crab and Sushi Rice Fritters 1 quart canola oil (approximately, as needed for deep frying) 2 cups cooked sushi rice 1 tablespoon crab boil seasoning (recommended: Old Bay) 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves 1/8 cup fresh lemon juice 1 pound lump crabmeat 3/4 cup rice flour 3/4 cup panko bread crumb...
Crepes with Mascarpone and Chocolate with Cherry Compote 1/2 cup whole milk, plus more as needed 2 large eggs 1/2 cup club soda Kosher salt 1 cup all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus about 3 tablespoons for cooking the crepes 1 pound cherries, pitted and halved 3/4 cup granulated suga...
Hawaiian Mahi-Mahi with Avocado Salsa 2 cups heavy mayonnaise 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 cup olive oil One 46-ounce can pineapple juice 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Four 8-ounce fillets mahi-mahi 3 tomatoes, diced 2 avocados, diced 1 medium red onion, diced 1/4 cup cut pineapple 1/2 cup diced jalapeños 1 bunch fresh c...
Pork and Sweet Potatoes over Rice 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons tamari 2 tablespoons sherry 3/4 cup pineapple juice 1/2 teaspoon dry ground ginger 1/2 teaspoons granulated garlic 3 tablespoons canola oil 1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into a 1/2 by 3-inch julienne 1 medium yellow onion, ...
Cosmopolitan Ice 1 1/2 ounces citrus-flavored vodka (recommended: Absolut Citron) 1/2 ounce orange liqueur (recommended: Cointreau or Grand Marnier) 1 ounce cranberry juice Freshly squeezed lime juice Orange peel for garnish Instructions: In a mixing glass filled with ice, add vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, an...
Flag Cake 18 tablespoons (2 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter at room temperature 3 cups sugar 6 extra-large eggs at room temperature 1 cup sour cream at room temperature 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 3 cups flour 1/3 cup cornstarch 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 pound (4 sticks) unsalted butter at ro...
Shaved Vegetable Salad 2 small candy cane beets 1 medium carrot 1 medium watermelon radish, halved Quarter of a head red cabbage 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon honey Juice of 1 lemon Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 small bunch watercress, washed and large stems discarded 2 tablespoons roasted...
Winter Layered Salad with Beets and Brussels Sprouts 1 cup walnut halves 1 cup pearled barley 2 large pink grapefruits 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 small shallot, finely chopped 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon honey Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 8 cups mesclun gre...
DIY Instant Potato-Bacon and Chive Soup 1/3 cup instant mashed potatoes 2 tablespoons instant nonfat dry milk powder 2 teaspoons chicken or vegetable bouillon granules 1 teaspoon bacon crumbles (shelf-stable) 1 teaspoon dried chives 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon onion powder freshly ground black pepper Inst...
Cranberry Walnut Tart 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar 6 ounces (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 egg 2 1/2 ounces (5 tablespoons or a little over 1/2 stick) unsalted butter 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 te...
Fruit Pizza 6 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons salt 1/4 pound unsalted butter. Slightly softened 1 pound cold, unsalted butter 3/4 cup cold water 4 pounds soft, dried figs, stems removed 1 pound dark raisins 1 pound pitted prunes 1 pound sugar (1 cup) 1 cup light corn syrup Grated zest of 4 lemons,...
Camembert & Prosciutto Tartines 6 to 12 (1/2-inch-thick) slices from a round rustic country bread, depending on the size of the loaf 2 (8-ounce) Camembert cheeses 12 to 15 thin slices Italian prosciutto 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Minced fresh chives, for serving Instructions: P...
Crispy Pan Fried Bahamian Cracked Conch with Citrus Sauce 1/2 cup spiced rum 1/2 cup orange juice 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon sugar 4 tablespoons butter (not necessary but very yummy) 2 to 4 pieces conch, per person Flour, for dusting 1 egg, beaten with 3 tablespoons water, for egg was...
Pulled Pork Ramen 2 pounds chicken bones 4 ounces kombu 4 ounces dried shittake mushrooms 2 ounces fresh ginger 2 ounces soy sauce 2 ounces rice wine vinegar 1 ounce bonito flakes 4 scallions 2 carrots 2 celery stalks 2 cloves garlic 2 tomatoes 1/2 lemon 1/2 pig foot Salt and pepper 1 1/2 pounds pork butt Olive oil, fo...
Cheese-Stuffed Pork Chops Kosher salt 1/4 cup sugar 4 bone-in, thick-cut pork chops (6 to 8 ounces each) 1/2 medium head escarole 2 cloves garlic 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing Freshly ground pepper 4 slices provolone cheese (about 2 ounces) 4 fresh sage leaves, chopped 1 (19-ounce) can ca...
Beef and Guinness Short Ribs 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 pounds boneless beef short ribs, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 large yellow onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, diced 2 celery stalks, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2 cups low-sodium beef stock, divided...
Creamy but Lean Chicken and Leeks 1 tablespoon butter 4 large leeks, white parts only, chopped 4 celery stalks, chopped 6 cups chicken broth 1/3 cup long grain rice or 1/2 cup medium or short grain rice Bouquet garni: 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme and bay leaf, a few parsley sprigs wrapped in cheesecloth Juice of 1 lemon Sa...
Spicy Mojitos 1 cup sugar 1 jalapeno, halved and seeded 1 cup fresh mint leaves 2 limes, halved Club soda, for topping 9 ounces clear rum Instructions: For the jalapeno simple syrup: Add the sugar, jalapeno and 1 cup water to a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. When the sugar is dissolved, ...
South African Sweet Potato Fritters Peanut oil for frying 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled 1/2 cup flour 1 egg, beaten Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Instructions: Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy saucepan or fryer to 375 degrees. Grate the sweet potatoes into medium-sized bowl, cover them with boiling wat...
Bacon-Wrapped Double Pork Meatloaf 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/2 medium white onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup) 2 medium garlic cloves, minced Leaves from 4 sprigs thyme (about 1 teaspoon) 2 large eggs 1/2 cup well-shaken lowfat buttermilk 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon kosh...
Branzino with Roasted Tomatoes, Olive Oil Poached Mushrooms 2 cups olive oil 8 ounces button mushrooms 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil 4 branzino fillets Salt and ground pepper 8 slices tomato, 1/2-inch thick Salt and ground pepper 1 cup white wine 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley 1 tablespoon m...
How to Make Homemade Beer Cheese | Ohio-Style Beer Cheese 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cloves garlic, grated One 12-ounce bottle beer, preferably lager, at room temperature 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard One 8-ounce block sharp Cheddar, grated 1/4 cup heavy cream Kosher salt and f...
Cava Sangria 1 bottle Spanish cava, chilled 1/4 cup white grape juice 2 tablespoons brandy 2 tablespoons simple syrup Ice cubes, for serving 1/2 cup sliced strawberries 8 mint leaves Instructions: Stir cava, grape juice, brandy, and simple syrup together in a pitcher. Serve over ice, garnished with strawberries and min...
Korean BBQ Pizza 3 to 4 ounces thinly sliced rib-eye (1/4 inch thick) 1/2 cup store-bought Korean BBQ marinade 1 cup shredded mozzarella One 12-inch pizza dough (homemade, recipe follows, or store-bought) Thinly sliced scallions, as desired 1 cup arugula Store-bought spicy chili vinaigrette, as needed Toasted sesam...