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Grilled Spicy Sausage with Florida Sweet Potatoes and Peppers with Mustard Vinaigrette Mustard Vinaigrette: 1/2 cup good-quality light vinegar 1 tablespoon Florida honey 1 tablespoon spicy mustard Several splashes Florida hot sauce 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped Juice of 1/2 lemon 1 cup vegetable oil Sea salt and fres...
Pork Marsala With Spinach 1 1/2 pounds boneless pork loin roast, trimmed Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 pounds white mushrooms, quartered 2/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup dry marsala wine 1/3 cup heavy cream 4 teaspoons fresh lemo...
Deep-Fried Beef Chimichangas with Guacamole 3 ripe avocados 1 large red onion, diced 2 serrano chiles, stems and seeds removed and chopped (use gloves to handle these) 1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro leaves 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (1 or 2 limes depending on size) 3 ripe tomatoes, seeds removed and diced 3 cloves garl...
Baked Pancetta & Butternut Squash Risotto One 4-ounce container diced pancetta 2 tablespoons salted butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 medium onion, diced finely 1 tablespoon fresh sage leaves, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded and diced...
Grapefruit and Passion Fruit Curd on the Half Shell 4 whole grapefruits plus 1 segmented grapefruit, chilled 2 gelatin sheets 3/4 cup passion fruit purée 2 whole large eggs plus 4 large egg yolks 1/2 cup sugar 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped and pod reserved 4 ounces (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes Ins...
Baked Cheese Grits 1 cup grated Gruyere 1/3 cup grated Parmesan 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter 4 cups water 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup quick grits (not instant) 1 egg 1/3 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 2-quart casserole with 2 tablespoons of bu...
Grilled Gin and Tonic 1/2 cup sugar 2 sprigs mint 2 thick slices lime One 2-inch piece cucumber, chopped 4 dashes bitters Ice 4 ounces gin, such as Tanqueray Tonic water Cucumber spear, for garnish Instructions: For the mint simple syrup: Combine the sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat. When th...
Lighter Spaghetti and Meatballs 1 slice whole-wheat sandwich bread, ground into coarse crumbs 8 ounces ground sirloin 1 medium onion, chopped 1 portobello mushroom, stem removed and chopped 4 garlic cloves, chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves 1 large egg white Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Freshly grated...
Ginger Pancakes with Peach Topping 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1 tablespoon sugar 1 1/4 cups buttermilk 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 ripe peaches, seeded and sliced 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom Juice of ...
Mashed Potatoes with Smoked Paprika and Chives 1 pound butter, slightly softened 2 tablespoons smoked paprika Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 6 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into large dice Kosher salt 2 cups milk 1 cup heavy cream Small bunch chives, thinly sliced Freshly ground black pepper I...
Tom's Mom's Apple Pie 3 cups sifted all-purpose flour, plus extra for bench flour 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 stick (8 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 1/2 cup cold lard (about 4 ounces), broken up into small pieces 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar 1/3 cup co...
Martini Caruso 1 jigger (1 1/2 ounces) gin 1 ounce dry vermouth Splash green creme de menthe 4 fresh mint leaves Instructions: In a martini shaker, mix gin, dry vermouth, creme de menthe and some ice. Strain into 4 chilled cocktail glasses. Garnish the glasses with mint leaves.
Vegan Avocado Pudding 1/3 cup unsweetened coconut milk 2 tablespoons unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder 2 tablespoons agave syrup 1 large ripe avocado, about 8 ounces, cut into chunks Pinch kosher salt Instructions: Whisk together the coconut milk, cocoa powder and agave syrup in a small bowl until comb...
Gina's White Sangria 1 magnum bottle Sauvignon Blanc, chilled 2/3 cup peach schnapps 1/4 cup honey 1 to 2 large Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and diced 1 orange, sliced, plus slices, for garnish 1 lemon, sliced Ice cubes Club soda Instructions: Add all the ingredients to a large pitcher. Cover with plastic wrap and...
Pollo Asado 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed if possible; save juiced orange halves) 1/4 cup lemon juice (save the juiced fruit) 1/4 cup lime juice (save the juiced fruit) 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 4 whole garlic cloves, peeled and smashed 16 whole chicken legs 2 whole o...
Spring Chicken Fricassee 4 poussin, about 12 to 14 ounces each, butterflied through the back bone Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon whole, unsalted butter 1/2 cup purple pearl onions, blanched and peeled 1/2 cup dry sherry 1 1/2 cups hot chicken stock 2 bay leaves 3 star anise 1 tablespoon grated gin...
Champagne Cupcakes with Italian Buttercream 4 cups all-purpose flour 3 cups white sugar 5 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 2/3 cup milk 1 cup shortening 1/2 cup Champagne 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 8 egg whites 2 cups sugar 8 large egg whites 4 cups (2 pounds) unsalted butter, cube...
Roasted Shrimp, Corn and Bacon Ramen Two 6-by-7-inch pieces kombu (dried kelp; about 3/4 ounce), rinsed 1 1/2 ounces bonito flakes 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 12 ounces large shrimp (16/20), peeled and deveined, sliced in half lengthwise, shells reserved 4 scallions, greens thinly sliced, whites left whole 8 dried s...
Texas Sunrise (nonalcoholic) 8 oz. fresh orange juice 3/4 oz. maraschino syrup lime wedge cherry Instructions: Start by filling a glass with ice and pouring in 8 oz. fresh-squeezed orange juice. Add 3/4 oz. maraschino syrup and let it settle at the bottom. Garnish with a cherry and a lime wedge.
Steak and Eggs with Bubble and Squeak 1 small head cabbage, roughly chopped Chicken stock, as needed 1 butternut squash, split lengthwise and seeds scooped out Grapeseed oil, for drizzling Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered 1 egg Butter, for frying cakes 1 tablespoon minc...
Butter-Basted Turkey and Gravy One 14-to-16-pound turkey, innards for stuffing, neck reserved for gravy Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Stuffing, optional 2 sticks (16 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted 6 large cloves garlic 2 medium carrots, sliced 3 medium yellow onions, sliced 8 cups low-sodium chicken...
Chicken with Peruvian Chile Sauce Vegetable oil cooking spray 1 (4 to 5 pound) chicken, cut into 8 pieces 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 slice whole wheat sandwich bread, crust removed, cut or torn into 1/2-inch pieces 3/4 cup half-and-half 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 large ...
Colossal Club Sandwiches 18 slices sandwich bread 12 slices bacon, cut in half 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon prepared basil pesto 1 tablespoon prepared sun-dried tomato pesto (or just a couple of pureed sun-dried tomatoes) 1 pound shaved roast beef 6 slices Cheddar (sandwich slices) Green leaf lettuce 3 large red tom...
Loaded Egg Sandwich 1/2 cup frozen waffle fries, hash browns or Tater Tots 2 slices thick-cut bacon 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for the bun 1 tablespoon hot sauce 1 extra-large egg Kosher salt 1 brioche bun, split Sliced avocado and chopped pickled hot pepp...
Smorritos 4 small flour tortillas 1 cup marshmallow spread 2 banana, sliced 1 cup chocolate chips 4 graham crackers broken into small pieces 1 cup caramel sauce 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Instructions: Preheat grill to medium heat. Place a tortilla onto a flat surface. Spread about a 1/4 of...
Chive and Scallion Sauce 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 5 scallions, thinly sliced, white part only 1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic 1/4 cup champagne vinegar 1/2 cup chardonnay or other full bodied dry white wine 1/2 cup evaporated skim milk 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water 6 chives, snipped S...
Skirt Steak With Roasted Root Vegetables 1 sprig rosemary plus 1/2 teaspoon chopped leaves 5 medium carrots, halved lengthwise 5 medium parsnips, halved lengthwise 3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1 1/2 pounds skirt st...
Broiled Tilapia with Mustard-Chive Sauce Vegetable oil cooking spray 4 (5 to 6-ounce) tilapia fillets Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup plain, full-fat Greek yogurt 2 teaspoons agave nectar or honey 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 cup lemon juice (from 1 large lemon)...
Spicy Cold Soba Noodles 1/3 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon molasses 3 tablespoons sesame oil 3 tablespoons tahini 3 tablespoons chili oil 3 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar Salt 1/2 pound soba or Japanese buckwheat noodles 1/2 bunch scallions, white and green parts, thinly sliced Instructi...
Plum Apricot Crisp 1/4 cup roughly chopped walnuts 1/4 cup old fashioned oats (not instant) 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 3/4 cup flour 1/3 cup light brown sugar 1 tablespoon sugar 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 1/2 pounds plums and apricots, quartered and pits removed 1/2 cup sugar, plus 2 tablespoons 3 tablespoons all-purpo...
Slow Cooked Pork Sandwiches with Spicy Apricot Mustard 1 pork tenderloin Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon fennel seeds 5 cloves garlic, smashed 5 pickled pepperoncini peppers 4 sprigs fresh rosemary 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup apricot jam 1/2 cup spicy ...
Waldorf Chicken Salad Panini One 2 1/2- to 3-pound whole chicken, giblets removed and rinsed 3 tablespoons olive oil Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 2 carrots, roughly chopped 1 celery stalk, roughly chopped, plus 1/2 cup 1/4-inch-diced celery 1/2 lemon, sliced ...
Branzino with Rock Shrimp, Calamari, Wilted Frisee and Gem Lettuce and Haricots Verts 2 large egg yolks 1 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 cup canola oil, plus more for oiling the pan and frying 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, plus 3 whole cloves garlic Kosher salt 1 pound haricots verts 2 small heads frisee...
Grilled Burgers 1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper Vegetable oil, for the grill 4 soft hamburger buns Assorted toppings Instructions: Preheat a grill to medium high. Divide the beef into four 6-ounce portions. Gather each into a ball, then gently flatten into a 4 1/2-inch-wide patty ab...
Chewy Coffee Cookies 3 tablespoons coffee beans 1/3 cup turbinado sugar 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup packed dark brown sugar 1 large egg 2/3 cup confectioners' sugar 2 to 4 teaspoons milk or wate...
Cornbread Sticks 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (2 tablespoons melted) 1 small red jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped 2 scallions, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup buttermil...
Cranberry Walnut Tartlets 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup plus 6 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, sifted 1 egg 1 teaspoon salt 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar 1 cup light corn syrup 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted 1 orange, zested 2 cups wa...
Pippies Wok Tossed With Chile and Asian Basil: Nhieu Xao Rau Que 1 lemongrass stalk, bruised and sliced into 5 cm lengths 17 1/2 ounces/ 500 g pippies (cockles) 1 tablespoon sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons oyster sauce 1/2 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3 cloves garlic, finely diced (1 tablespoon) 1 tablespoo...
Meatball Sub on a Stick 1/4 cup olive oil 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning Pinch kosher salt 3 cloves garlic, smashed 1/2 loaf Italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes 24 frozen mini meatballs, heated through according to package instructions 24 leaves fresh basil 24 mini fresh mozzarella balls (1/2-ounce size or cil...
Frittata 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 onion, chopped 1/2 red or green bell pepper, chopped 1 cup boiled potatoes, chopped 1/2 cup leftover cooked chopped ham, chicken, turkey or sausage 6 eggs, lightly beaten 1/4 cup cream Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, basil or cilantro 1/2 cup grated cheddar, Monterey j...
Flower Cupcakes 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 all-purpose flour 1/3 cup cornstarch 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 pound (3 sticks...
Homemade Chicken Stock 1 chicken back and breastbone 8 sprigs parsley 3 stalks celery, halved 1 carrot, halved 1 clove garlic, halved 1 medium onion, halved 1 medium tomato, halved 8 black peppercorns 2 bay leaves Instructions: Put the chicken back and breastbone, parsley, celery, carrots, garlic, onions,...
Catalan Shredded Salt Cod Salad 1 pound boneless dried salt cod 1 small red or green pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into thin rings 1/2 large red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings 1 large, firm, ripe tomato, thinly sliced 1/3 cup fruity Spanish olive oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 4 large cloves garlic, finel...
Veal Marsala with Egg Fettuccini 1 1/2 pounds veal cutlets for scaloppini, from the butcher counter Salt and pepper 1/2 cup flour, a couple of scoops 4 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 4 turns of the pan total 1 large or 2 small shallots, chopped 24 crimini (baby portobello) mushrooms, thinly sliced 1...
Grilled Swordfish with Preserved Lemon Gremolata 1 small white onion, minced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon 1/2 teaspoon paprika Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/...
Cranberry-Orange-Nut Cookies 1 1/2 cups whole-wheat pastry flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided 1/2 cup smooth, unsweetened applesauce 1/4 cup canola oil 1 tablespoon freshly grated orange ...
Wolfgang's Garlic Bread 10 to 15 cloves garlic, peeled and roughly chopped 1/2 cup basil leaves, roughly chopped 1 small sprig rosemary, leaves stripped and roughly chopped 2 medium sage leaves, roughly chopped Pinch chili flakes Salt 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 loaf bread Grated Parmesan, optional Mozzarella chee...
Lemon Lentils 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil 2 medium-size onions, halved and thinly sliced 4 pieces cinnamon stick, each about 2 inches long 2 pounds masoor dal lentils, picked over and washed 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger 5 cups chicken stock 5 cups hot water Salt 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Juice of 1 lemon, plus the sq...
Cumin Grilled Chicken Breasts Nonstick cooking spray 4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves (5 to 6 ounces each) pounded to 1/2-inch thickness 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Instructions: Spray a grill or grill pan with cooking spray and heat to medium-high heat. ...
Tex-Mex Meatball Soup Kosher salt 8 ounces ditalini pasta 2 tablespoons salted butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion diced 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 red bell peppers, diced 2 poblano peppers, diced A pinch of freshly ground black pepper One 10-ounce can ...
Black and White and Red All Over Sodas 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup, 2 big squirts 2 tablespoons half-and-half or cream, a glug 2 tablespoons juice from maraschino cherries in a jar 8 to 10 ounces cold seltzer water Large scoop vanilla ice cream Whipped cream in a canister, for the loop-de-loop on top Maraschino cherr...
Fried Fish with Carrot Escovitch 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced 1 fresh bay leaf One 1-inch piece ginger, finely minced 1/2 Scotch bonnet chile, seeded and thinly sliced 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar 1 cup pineapple juice 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon soy sauce 3 ca...
Chicken Mole Poblano 2 dried ancho chilies, stemmed and seeded 2 dried anaheim chilies, stemmed and seeded 2 dried chipotle chilies, stemmed and seeded 1/4 cup golden raisins 1/4 cup whole almonds 1/4 cup sesame seeds 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns 1 cinnamon stick, preferably Mexican, broken in pieces 1 tablespo...
Cold Cucumber Salad 1 cup white vinegar 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 teaspoon celery seeds 1/4 cup vegetable oil Salt 5 small Kirby cucumbers, sliced (5 cups) 1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced in rings 1 large red or yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced Instructions: In a medium saucepan over high heat, bring the vinegar, sugar, ...
English Trifle 6 cups pound cake scraps and crumbs 1 cup simple syrup (2 parts water, 1 part sugar brought to a boil and allowed to cool to room temperature) 1/4 cup sherry or orange flavored liqueur Vanilla Pastry Cream, recipe follows Brown Sugar Whipped Cream, recipe follows 1/2 cup nuts ground with 1/2 cup sugar 2 ...
Swordfish Schnitzel with Radicchio Salad 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 2 8-ounce swordfish steaks (1 to 1 1/2 inches thick) 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 3/4 cup breadcrumbs Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 4 slices thick-cut bacon 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as needed 1...
Chocolate-Marshmallow Pie 12 whole chocolate graham crackers, roughly broken 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 stick unsalted butter, melted 1 stick unsalted butter 8 ounces milk chocolate, chopped 1/3 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup co...
Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie 2 kiwis 1 cup frozen whole strawberries 1 container (6 ounces) low-fat strawberry yogurt 1/2 cup low-fat milk 2 tablespoons honey Instructions: Peel the kiwis and cut them into chunks. Put the kiwi chunks, strawberries, yogurt, milk and honey into a blender container. The blender is sharp ins...
Spicy Sausage, Chicken and Bean Pot 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan 3/4 pound bulk Italian hot sausage 3/4 pound, 1 package, andouille sausage, cut into 1-inch lengths on an angle 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into large chunks Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 large ...
Heirloom Tomato Tacos 1/2 pound mixed heirloom tomatoes 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, best quality 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar, best quality Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chiffonade 1 head romaine, inner leaves only 1 1/2 cups micro greens 1/2 cup daikon radish sprouts 1...
Glazed Smoked Ham 1 large onion, quartered, root end intact 1 (5 to 7-pound) smoked ham (shank end) 3/4 cup apricot jelly 1/4 cup water 8 sprigs fresh thyme, stripped 3 tablespoons yellow mustard 4 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 teaspoons molasses 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice Pinch ground...
Stewed Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Salad 10 Roma tomatoes 1 red bell pepper, julienned 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 pound fresh mozzarella, cut into 3/4-inch cubes 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon zest Juice of 1 lemon Kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper Kosher salt and...
Salsa Romesco/ Romesco Sauce 1/2 cup hazelnuts 12 ripe vine tomatoes 1 small head garlic, cut in half crosswise 3 slices white bread, grilled or toasted until dark golden 7 dried Romesco peppers, soaked in hot water to reconstitute* 1 cup light-colored virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 to 2 teaspoons ...
Lemon Buttercups 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces 1/2 cup sour cream 1 egg yolk 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 1 egg 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest Confectioners' sugar Instructions: In a mix...
Banana Colada 3 ripe bananas, peeled and quartered 18 ounces unsweetened pineapple juice 4 ounces coconut milk 3 ounces dark rum 2 cups ice 1/4 cup toasted coconut Instructions: Place bananas and pineapple juice in a blender and blend until smooth. Add coconut milk, rum and ice and mix until frothy. Garnish with toaste...
Chicken in Pumpkin Seed Sauce 4 to 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts Kosher salt 6 to 8 whole black peppercorns 2 fresh bay leaves 2 small to medium white or yellow onions, 1 quartered and 1 chopped Herb bundle of fresh cilantro, marjoram or oregano, and thyme 1 1/4 cups green untoasted pumpkin seeds, such as pepita...
Old World Chicago-Style Thin Crust Pizza 1/2 cup warm skim milk (about 110 degrees F) 1/4 cup warm water (about 110 degrees F) 3/4 teaspoon active dry yeast 1/2 teaspoon sugar 2 teaspoons corn or vegetable oil, plus more for the bowl 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for the work surface 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt ...
Strawberry, Mint and Thyme Shortcake 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus 1 tablespoon for dusting 1/4 cup sugar, plus more for sprinkling 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt 1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1/2 cup chilled heavy cream, plus 2 tablespoons for brushing 1 orange, zest...
Red Velvet Cupcakes with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted 2 tablespoons cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil 2 large eggs, at room temperature 2 tablespoons red food coloring 2 teaspoons distille...
Halo-Halo (Filipino Mixed-Fruit Dessert) 6 tablespoons halo-halo mixture, divided into 2 tablespoons each 2 tablespoons macapuno (preserved shredded young coconut) 2 tablespoons kaong (palm nuts) 2 tablespoons nata de coco (coconut gel) 2 tablespoons fresh grated cantaloupe Crushed or shaved ice 1/2 cup evaporated milk...
Arctic Circle Crab Crostini 3 stalks fennel, shaved with a mandoline 1 large white onion, diced 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 cup apricot marmalade 1 large red onion, diced fine 1 fresh lime, zest grated and juiced 1 teaspoon stone ground mustard 1 cup mayonnaise 1 pound cooked Dungeoness crabmeat, picked through to remove re...
Tuna Salad with Grapes and Lemon Tarragon Dressing 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1½ teaspoons finely grated lemon zest 1½ teaspoons lemon juice 1½ teaspoons tarragon vinegar 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon leaves, crushed 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 cans (6 oz. each) solid white tuna (drained) 1 cup red California seedless gra...
Coconut Pineapple Creme Caramel 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 cup water 1 cup crushed pineapple 1/2 quart half and half 6 ounces fresh coconut meat (or 4 ounces coconut flakes) 2 teaspoons vanilla extract or 2 vanilla beans, split and scraped 8 whole eggs 4 egg yolks Sugar to taste (between 1/2 to 3/4 cup) 2 cans (13 ounces) co...
Green Eggs and Ham Pizza 1 22-ounce bag refrigerated pizza dough, at room temperature 1 8-ounce ball fresh mozzarella 1 7-ounce ham steak 5 tablespoons pesto 4 large eggs Grated Parmesan cheese, for topping Instructions: Preheat the oven to 450˚ F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Divide the pizza dough into ...
Super-Thick Hot Chocolate 3 cups whole milk 1 cup evaporated milk 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch Pinch of ground cinnamon Instructions: In a saucepan, combine the whole milk, evaporated milk and vanilla and warm up over low heat. Combine the coc...
Meyer Lemon Spicy Margarita 2 ounces fresh-squeezed Meyer lemon juice 1 ounce your favorite tequila 1 ounce triple sec 1 teaspoon honey 1/2 jalapeno, seeds removed, finely diced Ice 1 slice fresh lime, for garnish 1 teaspoon salt, for rim Instructions: Mix the lemon juice, tequila, triple sec, honey and diced jalapeno ...
White Bean and Escarole Soup 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 2 ounces pancetta, chopped (about 1/3 cup) 1 small onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 small sprig fresh rosemary 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 head escarole, (about 1 pound) coarsely chopped 5 cups chicken broth, homemad...
Shrimp and Bacon Sesame Toast 8 medium black tiger shrimp (about 12 ounces), peeled and deveined 4 slices smoked bacon (about 4 ounces), excess fat trimmed and discarded 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon finely grated peeled ginger 1 large egg, beaten 1 large scallion, finely chopped Dash toasted sesame oil Dash lig...
Creamy Farfalle with Cremini, Asparagus, and Walnuts Salt 1 pound farfalle pasta 3 tablespoons butter 1 pound cremini mushrooms, thickly sliced 1 pound thin asparagus, trimmed, cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces 1 cup mascarpone cheese Pinch freshly grated nutmeg 3/4 cup walnuts, toasted 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan I...
Cheesy Ditalini with Chicken and Spinach Kosher salt 1 1/2 cups ditalini 1 shallot, minced 2 teaspoons fresh thyme 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1 cup milk Freshly ground pepper 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, t...
Bacon-Wrapped Dried Apricots 12 large dried apricots 12 smoked almonds 4 slices bacon, cut crosswise into thirds 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar Freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon chopped chives, for garnish Instructions: Gently separate the two sides of each apricot and stuff wit...
Ratatouille with Shrimp and Okra 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium-size sweet yellow onion, diced (1 cup) 1 green bell pepper, diced (1 cup) 2 cloves garlic, minced 3/4 pound eggplant, cut into large chunks 3/4 pound zucchini, cut into large chunks 3/4 pound yellow squash, cut into large chunks Kosher salt a...
Yo Halla on the Square 5 pounds bananas, turning brown, peeled 2 ounces margarine, plus clarified margarine, for frying 1 pound brown sugar 2 ounces hazelnut liqueur 1 1/2 pounds cream cheese, softened Fresh challah bread 1 gallon eggs 1 cup half-and-half 1-ounce ground nutmeg 2 ounces ground cinnamon 1 cup sugar 2 pou...
Black Rice Risotto 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, finely diced 1 1/2 cups black rice 1/2 cup dry white wine Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced Instructions: Bring the broth to a simmer in a s...
Banana-Avocado Mousse with Caramelized Red Onion Puree 4 ripe bananas 4 very ripe avocados 3 Meyer lemons, 2 zested, all juiced 1/4 cup honey 1/2 cup creme fraiche 4 teaspoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium red onions, diced 1 cup red wine (recommended: cabernet or zinfandel) 1/2 cup port wine Instruction...
Butternut Squash Pepitas Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup seeds from about 2 medium butternut squash 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning or seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay, optional Instructions: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the seeds and boil for 10 ...
Smoked Salmon Roulades 1 pound smoked salmon, cut into 8 slices 1 cup chive cream cheese 6 (1-inch diameter) Kirby cucumbers, washed, dried, and cut into 1/4-inch thick rounds Instructions: Lay salmon slices flat. Spread each slice thickly with 2 tablespoons cream cheese. Roll up jelly roll-style into even, 1-inch thic...
Garlic Bread Pinwheels One 8-ounce crescent dough sheet, such as Pillsbury 1/2 cup shredded \supermarket\ mozzarella 4 tablespoons salted butter, melted 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan 1 tablespoon pesto (store-bought or homemade) 2 garlic cloves, pressed Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a she...
Dallas' Mexican Cornbread 1 1/2 cups self-rising cornmeal 1/2 cup canola oil 1 (8-ounce) container sour cream 1 (8 1/2-ounce) can creamed corn 1 medium onion, chopped 1 egg 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped Instructions: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Mix all of the ingredients together in a large bowl. Pour the mixture i...
Chocolate Tart 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 3 tablespoons sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small chunks 1 large egg, separated 2 tablespoons ice water, plus more if needed 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup milk 10 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped 2 tablespo...
Fried Chicken Wings with Emeril's Essence 5 pounds chicken wings 3 cups buttermilk 1 (5-ounce) bottle red pepper sauce (recommended: Emeril's Kick It Up Red Pepper Sauce) 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon Essence, recipe follows 5 teaspoons salt 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika 2 tablespoons salt 2 tablespoon...
Vegan Scalloped Potatoes 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing the baking dish 8 ounces silken tofu 2 tablespoons blanched, sliced almonds 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 garlic clove Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 medium onion, chopped 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley ...
Ranch Deviled Eggs  6 large eggs 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 tablespoons sour cream 2 teaspoons drained horseradish 1 teaspoon dijon mustard Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/4 cup diced English cucumber, plus thin wedges for topping 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives 1 tablespoo...
Red Candy Apple Slices Cooking spray 2 cups sugar 1 cup light corn syrup One 2-ounce box cinnamon candy Few drops of red food coloring Chopped peanuts Shredded coconut Assorted candies 2 firm apples, such as Jonathan or Fuji 2 firm Granny Smith Apples Instructions: Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Spray a cookie ...
Man Eggs 2 eggs 1 teaspoon unsalted butter Pinch kosher salt Pinch freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Place an 8-inch non-stick skillet over low heat for 2 minutes. Crack the eggs into a custard cup. Melt the butter in the pan and once it foams, gently add the eggs. Sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Cover and c...
Fish and White Bean Tostadas 1 lime, zested and juiced, plus lime wedges for garnish 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for baking sheet Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 pound white fish fillets, like tilapia, flounder, sole, skin discarded and cut into finger-sized pi...
Peppermint Hot Chocolate 2 cups whole milk 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 4 ounces good-quality semisweet chocolate, chopped 3 ounces peppermint schnapps, optional 2 full-size marshmallows, for garnish Instructions: Combine the milk and the peppermint extract in a medium saucepan. Heat until the milk is just start...
Matinee Idol Cupcakes Nonstick oil spray 2 1/2 cups cake flour 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 stick butter 1/2 cup vegetable shortening 1 3/4 cups sugar 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 1 large egg, at room temperature 3 large egg whites, at room tempera...
Blackened Hanger Steak with Plantains and Chimichurri 2 tablespoons paprika 2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Two 8-ounce hanger steaks 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup fresh ...
Spice Rubbed Ribs with Chipotle-Honey Glaze 1/2 cup ancho chili powder 1/4 cup Spanish paprika 1/4 cup freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup dry mustard 1/4 cup kosher salt 1/4 cup ground coriander 2 tablespoons dried oregano 2 tablespoons ground cumin 1 1/2 tablespoons chile de arbol 1/4 cup canola oil 2 racks country r...