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Viennese Vanilla Cookies 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup sugar 2 cups sifted flour 1 1/4 cups shaved Almonds (not the slivered almonds, but the flat cuts w/ bits of brown on them) 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon salt Confectioner's Sugar for decoration Instructions: Cream butter and add sugar. Add 1/2 cup of fl...
Peach Cobbler Ice Cream Cake 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar Juice of 1 lemon 4 peaches, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces 1 sleeve graham crackers (9 whole crackers) 1/2 cup chopped pecans 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 4 pints vanilla ice cream Cooking spray 2 10-to-12-ounce pound cakes 1 1/2 cups cold heavy cre...
Mango Habanero Kielbasa Bites 2 tbsp olive oil 12-ounces Kielbasa, sliced on the bias Juice of 1 lime 1 cup LA VICTORIA® Mango Habanero Salsa 2 tsp honey 3 tbsp freshly chopped cilantro Salt and freshly ground pepper French bread slices, for serving Instructions: Heat olive oil in large saute pan over medium heat. Add ...
Crostata with Apples, Walnuts and Gorgonzola 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice 3 tablespoons ice water 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 4 small Granny Smith...
Honey Ham with Mandarin Oranges 1 (4-pound) fully cooked, boneless ham 1/2 cup honey 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 (11-ounce) can Mandarin oranges in light syrup Instructions: Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. If ham has skin, peel it away using a sharp knife and discard, leaving a thin (1/8-inc...
Crispy Salt and Pepper Abalone with Ginger-Soy and Sweet Chili Dipping Sauces 6 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 limes, juiced (about 1/4 cup) 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil 2 tablespoons light soy sauce 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1/2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and cut into matchstic...
Blender Pico de Gallo 4 medium tomatoes, cored, seeded and chopped 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro (leaves and thin stems only) 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped 1/2 small white onion, chopped Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons) Kosher salt Instructions: Combine the tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeno, onion, lime juice and 1 te...
Grandma's Potato Salad 3 pounds red potatoes Salt 1 cup mayonnaise 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons yellow mustard 2 stalks celery, chopped 2 chives, chopped 1 white onion, finely chopped Freshly ground black pepper 6 hardboiled eggs, chopped Instructions: Place the potatoes and 2 heaping...
Nebraska Handheld Meat Pies 1/2 cup warm water (110 to 115 degrees F) 1 packet active dry yeast 1/4 cup sugar 3/4 cup milk 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 pound ground beef 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more if needed 3 cups choppe...
Ayran Yogurt Shake 1 pint yogurt 1 1/2 cups cold water 1/2 cup heavy cream Salt to taste Crushed ice Fresh mint leaves, for garnish Instructions: Place the yogurt, water, cream and salt in a blender and blend for about 1 minute, or until frothy. Refrigerate for later use, or pour into tall, chilled glasses over crushed...
Taffy-No-Apple 1 1/4 cups sugar 1/3 cup water 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup heavy cream, warmed 1/2 cup chopped peanuts or chocolate 12 pointed wooden skewers, about 6-inches long Instructions: Make the caramel: Pour the sugar into the center of a deep saucepan. Carefully pour the water around the walls of ...
Jicama Slaw 1 medium jicama 2 cups angel hair cole slaw 1 (11-ounce) can Mandarin orange segments, drained, 1/4 cup juice reserved 1/4 cup mayonnaise 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1/4 teaspoon fajita seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, leaves chopped Instructions: Use a grater ...
Banana Pudding 1 pint heavy cream 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar 3 boxes instant vanilla pudding, prepared and chilled, according to package directions 3 bananas, sliced 1 box vanilla wafers Special equipment: 12 (4-ounce) wine glasses Instructions: For whipped cream: In a very clean large bowl beat the cream with a hand...
Garam Masala 1/4 cup cumin seeds 1/4 cup coriander seeds 1 1/2 tablespoons cardamon seeds 2 whole cinnamon sticks, 3 inches long 1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves 3 tablespoons black peppercorns 4 bay leaves, broken up 1/2 teaspoon mace (optional) Instructions: Dry roast the spices, except mace, stirring constantly for 2 mi...
Stuffed Creamery Potatoes with Cheddar Cheese 2 cups grated cheddar cheese 1/2 cup heavy mayonnaise 2 tablespoons chopped garlic Salt and white pepper to taste Instructions: Cut potatoes in half and using a melon ball scoop, scoop out a round hole approximately 3/4-inch. Carefully cook the potatoes in gently boiling wa...
Crunchy Peanut Pepper Cookies 1 1/4 cups (5 5/8 ounces) all-purpose flour 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/3 cup granulated sugar, plus more for pressing 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup natural,...
Mummy Cream Horns Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the cones 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar 1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, plus more for dusting 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted 3 tablespoons milk Pinch fine salt 16 ca...
Grilled Vegetable and Goat Cheese Roulade 1 Eggplant, thinly sliced 1 Yellow squash, thinly sliced 1 Green zucchini, thinly sliced 1 Red pepper 1 Green Pepper 5 Ounces goat cheese 1 Ounce sour cream Instructions: Lightly grill eggplant, squash and zucchini. Blacken peppers on grill, place in paper bag for a few minutes...
Pizelle 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar 2 teaspoons ground anise seed 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup oil 3 large eggs, slightly beaten Instructions: In a large mixing bowl, blend the flour, sugar, anise seed, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl mix th...
Eggplant Parmesan 1 medium eggplant sliced 1 egg beaten with 2 tablespoons milk Dried Italian bread crumbs Olive oil 6 ounces tomato paste 6 ounces white or red wine Pinch dried oregano Salt and pepper, to taste 1 clove of garlic, crushed 1/2 pound mozzarella, sliced 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Instructions: P...
Fresh Garden Pickles 20 asparagus spears, cut in half 20 baby carrots 2 medium bell peppers, cut into thin slices 2 medium red onions cut into slices 2 medium cucumbers cut into spears 1 1/2 Tbs. kosher salt 4 Tbs. olive oil 2 Tbs. finely chopped garlic 1 Tbs. fresh oregano 1 Tbs. fresh thyme 1 tsp. crushed black peppe...
Chicharrones Fish Tacos with Chipotle Tartar Sauce 3/4 cup mayonnaise 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 scallion, white and light green parts only, sliced 1 to 2 chipotles in adobo, seeds removed and finely chopped 1/2 lime, juiced Salt 2 pounds skinless Pacific cod (or other firm, flaky white fish), cut into 1-inch ch...
\Molten\ Flourless Chocolate Cupcakes Vegetable spray, for greasing liners 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, preferably Scharffen Berger 1 stick unsalted butter 1 cup heavy cream 4 large eggs, room temperature 1 1/3 cups sugar 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon gray salt Instr...
Blue Cheese-Stuffed Olives Martini 2 large green olives, pitted 1 teaspoon good-quality blue cheese, such as Roquefort 1 teaspoon dry vermouth 3 ounces vodka (just over 1/3 cup) Instructions: Stuff the olives with the blue cheese. Add the vermouth to a martini glass and swirl to coat the glass. Freeze the glass u...
Potato Cakes with Smoked Salmon 1/4 pound speck, or bacon, cubed 4 large russet potatoes 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme Freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour Vegetable oil, for frying 2 tablespoons butter Salt 12 slices smoked salmon Salad, recipe follows 4 tablespoons creme fraiche 1 teaspoon ho...
Parsley Paella with Peppered Shrimp, String Beans and Snails 3/4 pound large shrimp (about 12) Salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground coarse black pepper 1 tablespoon fruity olive oil 2 large chicken thighs, boned, cut in quarters 2 ounces chorizo, sliced fairly thin 2 large shallots, chopped 3 medium cloves garlic, chopped ...
Cancato Chileno: Stuffed Grilled Snapper with Oregano 4 (1 pound) whole red snappers Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 ounces Spanish chorizo, thinly sliced 3 tomatoes, peeled and sliced 4 ounces Gouda, sliced 4 tablespoons butter, melted 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped 1/2 cup white w...
Grilled Pineapple 1 ripe pineapple 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon grated lime zest 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves Ice cream 1/2 cup dark rum or 151 proof rum, for flambeing (optional) Instructions: Preheat the grill to high. Oil the grate. Cut the rind off the ...
Horchata 1 quart non-fat milk 2 quarts water 4 cinnamon sticks 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup rice flour or 1/3 cup raw white rice crushed to a powder in the blender 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Instructions: In a wide skillet pour milk. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, until reduce by half, 20...
Baked Avocado Chips 1 large ripe avocado 2 ounces Parmesan, grated (about 3/4 cup) Nonstick cooking spray, as needed 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment. Mash the avocado into a paste until no visible avocado chunks or bits remain....
Triple Pickle 2 cups white vinegar 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup kosher salt 2 tablespoons pickling spice 10 radishes, thinly sliced 5 jalapenos, thinly sliced 1 red onion, thinly sliced into rings Instructions: Combine the vinegar, sugar, salt, pickling spice and 1 cup cool water in a medium saucepot. Bring to a s...
Curried Pumpkin Seeds 2 cups raw pumpkin seeds 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt Instructions: Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss the pumpkin seeds in a large bowl with the coconut oil until well coated. Sprinkle with the...
Jean-Philippe's Carrot Cake 2 egg yolks 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup oil 4 ounces cake flour 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 5 ounces shredded carrot 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon allspice 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 2 egg whites 1 teaspoon sugar 1 ounce walnut pieces, roasted 4 egg whi...
Barbecued Beef with Lemon Grass and Noodles 2 garlic cloves 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 3 shallots 1 tablespoon fish sauce (nuoc mam) 1 tablespoon raw sesame seeds 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil 2 stalks fresh lemon grass 1 pound boneless top round 1/2 pound rice sticks 1 cup s...
Eggs with Caviar 6 hard boiled eggs split longways 2 tablespoons sour cream 2 tablespoons chopped chives 1 tablespoon capers 2 tablespoons beluga caviar 2 bunches watercress Instructions: Remove the yolks from hard boiled eggs and mash with sour cream. Fold in chives and capers and spoon back into egg halves. Garnish w...
Smoked Wing Nachos 4 tablespoons paprika 3 tablespoons salt 2 1/2 tablespoons granulated garlic 2 tablespoons sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons black pepper 1 tablespoon California chile powder 1 tablespoon dry mustard 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon ground thyme 1/2 tablespoon white pepper 10 whole chic...
Star Anise-Leek Noodle Soup with Beef Carpaccio 1 tablespoon minced ginger 2 minced serrano chiles 3 julienne leeks, white part only 1 large carrot, julienne 1 tablespoon dark soy 8 cups chicken stock 3 star anise 2 cups soaked mung bean noodles 1(8 ounce) piece beef tenderloin, frozen 1 teaspoon hoisin lime oil Salt a...
Roasted Fennel with Apple Cider Reduction 1 cup apple cider 1 large head fennel, preferably with fronds 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper Instructions: Add the apple cider to a small saucepot and p...
German Style Oven Fries 4 medium to large Idaho potatoes 1/4 cup cider vinegar 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 4 slices smoky bacon, chopped 1 tablespoon granulated sugar Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley Instructions: Preheat oven to 500 degrees F. Parboil p...
Pan-Seared Sea Bass in Tomato Fennel Broth 1/4 small fennel bulb, shaved thin 1 small onion , diced 1 carrot, peeled and diced 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup white wine 2 cups fish stock or clam juice 1/4 cup fresh orange juice 2 cups sun-dried tomatoes 1 tablespoon minced garlic Salt and freshly ground b...
Fruit Pizza Recipe 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 large egg 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note) 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon fine salt 8 ounces cream cheese, at room tem...
Zucchini, String Bean and Eggplant Stew 1/4 cup olive oil 2 medium onions julienned 4 garlic cloves 1 bunch scallions sliced 1 pound green beans 3 medium diced zucchini 3 medium eggplant diced medium 2 large tomatoes diced medium 2 large tomatoes grated on box grater 1 can crushed tomatoes with juice 2 ounces extra vir...
Grilled Chicken Salad with Jalapeno Tomatillo Dressing Vegetable oil, for the grill 1 jalapeno pepper 1 pound tomatillos, husked and rinsed 1 orange, halved 2 limes, halved 1 small bunch cilantro, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh oregano 1 teaspoon chili powder 2 cloves garlic Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 poun...
Throwdown's Sloppy Joes 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 medium Spanish onion, coarsely chopped 3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped 2 cups ketchup 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons ancho chili powder 1 tablespoon paprika 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 to 2 tablespoons chip...
Grilled Panettone with Strawberry Ice Cream and Almonds 3 slices (4 ounces total) panettone, each about 4-inches square and 1-inch thick 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted 1 pint strawberry ice cream, softened, see Cook's Note* 3 tablespoons slivered and toasted almonds Instructions: Place a grill pan ov...
Beignets 3/4 cups warm water 1 packet active dry yeast 1/4 cup granulated sugar, plus a pinch Pinch kosher salt 1 large egg 1/2 cup evaporated milk 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more as needed 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening Butter Vegetable oil, for deep frying 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting Instructions: Begin ...
\a Great Pye\ 1 pound shortcrust pastry 1 egg white, beaten until liquid 1 pound boned chicken breast, pigeon or wild duck and/or saddle of hare or rabbit 1 pound minced beef 2 tablespoons shredded suet Salt Freshly ground pepper 3 hard boiled egg yolks, crumbled Spice mixture made of 1/4 teaspoon each ground cinnamon ...
Shrimp Cocktail 1 lemon, halved 1 onion, quartered 2 tablespoons kosher salt 1 bay leaf 10 black peppercorns 1 pound shrimp, unpeeled 1 cup ketchup 2 tablespoons grated fresh horseradish 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon hot sauce 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves Instructions: For the shrimp: In a m...
Fudge Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1 Crisco® Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening Sticks, cut into slices 1 cup Crisco® Butter Shortening 3 large eggs, separated 2 tablespoons water 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 cups...
Whole Roasted Turkey with Citrus Rosemary Salt 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons lemon zest 1/2 cup coarse salt 2 (8 to 10-pound) whole turkeys 2 small whole onions, peeled 2 carrots, cut in half 2 celery stalks, cut in half 1 quart chicken stock or broth 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided 8 ...
Easy Gravy for Turkey 2 large heads garlic, ends removed, turned on their sides and split through the middle to expose each clove of garlic 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt 1 cup dry sherry 4 cups chicken broth Drippings from a roast turkey 2 tablespoons Dij...
Risotto Barolo with Roasted Vegetables 8 baby carrots, trimmed 8 baby turnips, trimmed 8 baby beets, trimmed 3 sprigs fresh thyme 3 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 6 to 7 cups chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned 3 tablespoons ex...
Grilled Portobello Salad with Hazelnut Pesto 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 1/3 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan 2 cloves garlic 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 4 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed 1/2 cup olive oil Kosher salt a...
Irish Soda Bread with Cheddar and Chives 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 cup freshly grated sharp Cheddar 3 tablespoons chopped...
Peas and Potato Soup with Tarragon Pesto Soup 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 pound pancetta or bacon, finely diced, optional 2 onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped 2 large starchy potatoes, peeled and diced 1/2-inch Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 large head escarole, cleaned and chopped A few grat...
Crudo on the Half Shell 4 highest-quality fresh sea scallops, tough foot muscles removed 16 highest-quality fresh littleneck clams 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (preferably Meyer lemon juice) 4 teaspoons highest-quality extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon finely minced jalapeno pepper Kosher or sea salt Instructions: Pla...
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.
Perfect Manhattan 2 ounces Kentucky bourbon 1/2 fluid ounce sweet Italian vermouth 1/2 fluid ounce dry French vermouth 1 dash Angostura bitters Maraschino cherry or orange twist Instructions: Fill a cocktail shaker or small pitcher with ice. Add the bourbon, both vermouths, and the dash of bitters. Cover and shake vigo...
Grilled Shrimp with Oregano and Garlic Chips 16 large shrimp, shelled, deveined 1/2 cup olive oil 3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons fresh oregano 2 tablespoons fresh flat leaf parsley 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Salt and freshly cracked pepper 2 cups canola oil 6 cloves garlic, finely sliced Instructions...
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...
Herbed Rice With Raisins 1 cup basmati, jasmine or jasmati rice 1/3 cup golden raisins Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup chopped fresh chervil 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 medium carrot, grated 1 3.5-ounce package pea shoots 3 tablespoons rice vineg...
Fill a Rocket Scientist's Empty Stomach Reuben Burgers 1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup ketchup 1/4 cup chili sauce 1 tablespoon horseradish. 1 sweet gherkin pickle 1 tablespoons chopped parsley 1 pound ground chuck 1 pound ground sirloin 1 egg 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon ground ...
Beef and Guinness Stew Knob of butter About 2 pounds beef fillet, diced 1 cup diced onion 1 cup diced celery 1 cup diced leek Sprig thyme Sprig rosemary 1 pint Guinness 1 quart brown sauce Instructions: In a medium size pot, place a knob of butter and sear the beef until brown. Add the diced vegetables and sweat for 5 ...
Sweet Cherry Slushy Cups 1 cup sweet cherries, pitted and halved 4 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons cherry eau die vie (kirsch) 1/2 cup heavy cream 6 cups crushed ice Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish Instructions: Combine the cherries, 2 tablespoons sugar and cherry eau die vie in a bowl and muddle using a muddler or a po...
Whole Boneless Lamb Loin 1/4 cup olive oil Pistachio-Mint Couscous, recipe follows 1 boneless lamb loin, split lengthwise (about 2 pounds) Salt Essence, recipe follows 2 long sprigs fresh rosemary 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika 2 tablespoons salt 2 tablespoons garlic po...
Neely-tini Neelys Dry Rub, recipe follows 5 drops hot sauce 4 ounces vodka 2 ounces olive juice 1 jalapeno pepper, sliced in 1/2 4 ounces paprika 2 ounces white sugar 1 teaspoon onion powder Instructions: Dip rim of martini glass into water. Rim with Neelys Dry Rub. Add vodka, olive juice and hot sauce to chilled shake...
Crazy Brownies 1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter, melted, plus more for greasing pan 1 box chocolate cake mix (18 ounces) 1/3 cup evaporated milk 9 peanut butter cups 12 chocolate-covered caramels, such as Rolos 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans 1/3 cup candy-coated chocolates, such as M and Ms 1/4 teaspoon salt Pow...
Whiskey Pot Roast One 3- to 5-pound beef chuck roast Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons olive oil 6 large carrots, unpeeled, cut into 2-inch pieces 2 onions, quartered 2 heaping tablespoons tomato paste 1 cup whiskey 3 cups beef broth 2 to 3 sprigs fresh rosemary 2 to 3 sprigs fresh thyme Mashed ...
Tyler Florence's Roast Chicken with Wilted Butter Lettuce and Peas 1 3-to-4-pound chicken, rinsed and patted dry Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 lemon, halved 1 head garlic, halved crosswise 1/2 bunch fresh thyme 4 to 6 bay leaves Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling 1 cup dry white wine 1/4 red onion, finely ...
French Onion Popcorn 1 tablespoon dried shallots 2 teaspoons dried chives 2 teaspoons dried minced garlic 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt One 2.8-ounce bag microwave popcorn, popped 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Instructions: Combine the shallots, chives, garlic, sug...
Orecchiette with Mini Chicken Meatballs 1 pound orecchiette pasta 1/4 cup plain bread crumbs 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon whole milk 1 tablespoon ketchup 3/4 cup grated Romano 3/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 pound ground chicken 1/4 cup o...
Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup 1 tablespoon canola oil 1/2 medium onion, diced 3 stalks celery, diced 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes 2 (14.5-ounce) cans vegetable broth 8 slices whole-wheat bread 4 tablespoons butter 8 del...
Sherried Turtle Soup 1 cup bacon fat 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1/2 pound turtle meat (see your seafood specialty store), silver skin removed and cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 pound ground beef 1 cup chopped bell pepper 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped onion 3 tablespoons chopped garlic 1 cup diced canned tomatoes 4 hard...
Caramel Apple Soft Pretzels 1 cup whole milk, warmed to 110 degrees F One 1/4-ounce package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons) 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading (see Cook's Note) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature,...
Spatchcocked Sheet Pan Turkey with Sage and Brown Butter 2 apples, cored and roughly chopped 2 large onions, roughly chopped 2 lemons, sliced 1/2 inch thick 6 sprigs fresh sage plus 1/2 cup sage leaves 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth One 12- to 14-pound turkey, spatchcocked (see Cook's Note) Kosher salt and freshly gr...
Paper Cupcakes 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup unsalted butter, slightly softened 1 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar 4 eggs 6 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup buttermilk 24 paper cups (recommended: Dixie) 2 egg whites 6 tablespoons cold water 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 te...
Orange Marmalade Butter 1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup good orange marmalade Instructions: Combine the butter and marmalade in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Place in a serving bowl and serve at room temperature.
Bruschetta 1 baguette Good olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Slice the baguette at an angle 1/2-inch-thick. Brush both sides of the bread with olive oil and sprinkle one side with salt and pepper. Bake for 10 minutes, until lightly toasted.
Swick and Swick Chili 44 ounces beef, cut into 1/4-inch cubes Vegetable oil 3/4 cup finely chopped onion 5 medium garlic cloves, pressed 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can chicken broth 2 medium whole green seeded and finely chopped chile peppers 8 ounces beef broth 4 ounces Mexican hot-style tomato sauce 4 ounces tomato sauce 1 tea...
Lamb Chops with Mint Sauce 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Zest of 1 lemon Four 4-ounce lamb chops 1 bunch fresh mint 1/4 cup fresh parsley 2 anchovy fillets 1 clove garlic Red pepper flakes, as needed Extra-virgin ...
Cherry Pie Inspired By an \Old Fashioned\ Cocktail (Sour Cherries Stewed With Raw Sugar, Bourbon and Orange Bitters) 4 to 5 cups tart cherries, pitted and halved 1/2 cup raw sugar Juice of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons quick cooking tapioca 1 tablespoon bourbon 1 teaspoon pure almond extract 1 teaspoon orange bitters 1 store-b...
Crab Cake Sliders with Blood Orange Aioli 1 cup mayonnaise 2 to 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed blood orange juice (about 1/2 orange) 1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard 1 teaspoon blood orange zest 1 clove garlic, grated Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 18 butter crackers, crushed (about 3/4 cup) 1...
Basic Tomato (Pomodoro) Sauce 5 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for garnish 12 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 6 (28-ounce) cans chopped tomatoes 2 1/2 teaspoons sugar Kosher salt 1 pound gemelli pasta or other similar shape 1 small bunch fresh basil, chifonnade, for garnish 1 (8-ounce) wedge Parmesan or Grana Padano ch...
Vegetable Gumbo 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 small onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (preferably hot) 2 cups low-sod...
Poached Shrimp 1/2 handful salt 2 carrots, roughly chopped 2 stalks celery, roughly chopped 2 cups pinot grigio 2 fresh bay leaves, or 1 dried 6 peppercorns 2 pounds jumbo shrimp, shell on Instructions: Mix salt, carrots, celery, pinot grigio, bay leaves, and peppercorns in 2 quarts of water and bring to a simmer. Add ...
Macaroni and Cheese in Parmesan Cups 1 1/4 cups fresh grated Parmesan 1/3 cup diced onion 1 sprig fresh thyme leaves 3 sprig fresh dill 1 sprig fresh oregano leaves 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves 1 allspice berry 1 bay leaf 2 cloves garlic 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1/2 cup shredded Vermont sharp Cheddar 1/4 cu...
Cheddar BBQ Meatloaf Muffins 2/3 cup milk 1/2 cup plain dry breadcrumbs 2 pounds meatloaf mix (ground beef, pork and veal) 1 1/4 cups shredded Cheddar (about 5 ounces) 1/2 cup barbecue sauce 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 4 small green onions, finely chopped (about 1/3 cup) 2 cloves garlic, min...
Carrot Soup with Scallions 1 onion, chopped 4 tablespoons butter 4 cups 1\ chunked carrots 3 cups hot canned chicken stock 1 teaspoon nutmeg Salt Pepper 1/2 cup rice, uncooked 1 cup boiling water 1 scallion, thinly sliced Instructions: In large pot cook onion in butter over medium high heat. Add carrots and stock. Seas...
Tartar Sauce 1 scallion (green onion) trimmed of 2 inches of green 1 small (2 ounces) sour dill pickle 1/4 cup (packed) washed parsley leaves 2 cups mayonnaise, low fat or regular 1 teaspoon strong mustard like Creole or Dijon Salt and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Instructions: In a food processor or blender mince the s...
Torta Regina 8 ounces hazelnuts, roasted and peeled 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate 8 eggs, separated 1/2 cup sugar Cocoa powder or melted chocolate, for decoration Instructions: Butter a 10 by 2-inch cake pan. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a food processor, pulse the nuts until coarsely chopped. Reserve. Process th...
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp and Scallops 12 jumbo raw peeled deveined shrimp, 16 to 20 count per pound 12 large sea scallops, trimmed and well drained 1 lime, juiced and zested 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 tablespoon grill seasoning or coarse salt and black pepper 1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes 12 slices center cut or ...
Grilled Street Corn Salad with Cumin-Lime Vinaigrette 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons honey 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 3 cloves garlic Zest and juice of 2 limes Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup canola oil 8 ounces okra 8 ears corn, husked 2 red bell peppers 1 poblano pepper...
Potato and Zucchini Latkes with Apple Sauce 3 cups dehydrated potatoes (may be called potato flakes, but must be dehydrated) 1 cup shredded carrots 1 cup shredded zucchini 1/2 cup minced onion 1/2 cup matzoh meal 2 cups whole eggs Salt and pepper, to taste Vegetable oil, for frying Apple sauce, for dipping Instructions...
Sockeye Salmon with Succotash 1/2 cup sliced onions 1 cup baby potatoes, blanched and cut in half 1 cup cooked chickpeas 1 cup baby or teardrop tomatoes 1 cup corn kernels Zest of 1 lemon 1/2 cup fish stock Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon thyme leaves 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 shallot, minced Zest of 1 ...
Maple Chicken Wings 3 to 4 pounds chicken wings 1/3 cup teriyaki sauce 1/2 cup lite soy sauce 2 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 1/2 tablespoon black pepper 1 to 2 cups maple syrup Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cut off chicken wing tips and snip the skin betwe...
Fortune Cookies 2 egg whites, room temperature 6 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup flour, sifted 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract Instructions: Cut a stencil out of a plastic coffee can lid in the shape of a 3-inch disk. Whip the egg whites until stiff and chill. In a mixer, cream the butter, then add the sugar and...
Saffron Risotto with Butternut Squash 1 butternut squash (2 pounds) 2 tablespoons olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 6 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter 2 ounces pancetta, diced 1/2 cup minced shallots (2 large) 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice (10 ounces) 1/2 c...
Dijon Vinaigrette 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 to 2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon, optional Instructions: Whisk the vinegar, mustard, 1 tablespoon water, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small...
Ultimate Screwdriver 1.5 oz. Smirnoff Orange Vodka 3 oz. orange juice Instructions: Fill glass with ice. Add Smirnoff Orange Flavored Vodka and orange juice. Stir well.;
Cajun Veggies and Grits 5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth 3/4 cup quick grits 1 1/2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese 1 1/2 cups grated sharp Cheddar 4 ounces cream cheese 4 tablespoons salted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 ounces button mushrooms, halved 1 large zucchini, cut into bite-size chunks 1 ear ...