recipe
stringlengths
8
15.5k
Gluten-Free Decorated Frosted Shortbread Cookies 3 cups (435 grams) white rice flour 1 1/2 cups (187 grams) tapioca flour 3/4 cup (123 grams) potato starch 1 tablespoon (8 grams) xanthan gum 1 1/2 teaspoons (5 grams) salt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar 1 teasp...
Brown Butter and Bourbon Maple-Glazed Doughnuts Nonstick spray 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 2/3 cup pure cane granulated sugar 2 large eggs 3/4 cup but...
Pork Carnitas 2 tablespoons vegetable oil One 3-pound boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 medium yellow onions, halved and sliced 2 poblano peppers, seeded and ribs removed, sliced 1 tablespoon dried oregano 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons anc...
Coconut Vodka Cocktail 4 cups coconut water 4 ounces vodka 2 tablespoons agave sweetener, or more to taste 2 limes, juiced (about 1/4 cup) 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger, plus 4 thinly sliced rounds fresh ginger, for garnish Instructions: Stir or shake the coconut water, vodka, agave, lime juice and grated gin...
Rosemary-Thyme Angel Food Cake with Pineapple Compote 1 cup cake flour 1 3/4 cups superfine sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 12 large egg whites, at room temperature 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar Finely grated zest of 2 lemons 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary 2 tablespoons...
English Trifle 8 egg yolks 1 1/4 cups sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups whole milk 1/2 pint whipping cream 2 tablespoons powdered sugar strawberries, for garnish Instructions: Cut pound cake in half lengthwise and trim halves to cover bottom of glass trifle dish, or a 9 inch straightsided glass bowl. Sprinkle cak...
Southern Green Beans 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 8 ounces country ham, ripped into small shards 1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed and halved 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken stock 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt Instructions: Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pour...
Buck Ream's Sourdough Chicken Fried Steak 2 cups Basic Seasoned Flour, recipe follows 2 to 3 cups Buck's Sourdough Starter, recipe follows 4 to 6 cups peanut oil (enough to completely cover steaks in a Dutch oven) 6 tenderized beef steaks, pounded thin Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 ta...
Coquito Recipe | Puerto Rican Coconut Eggnog One 15-ounce can cream of coconut, such as Coco Lopez One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk One 12-ounce can evaporated milk 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk beverage 1/2 cup white rum 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon fr...
Fortune Cookies 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1/2 cup sugar 2 large egg whites, reserve yolks for online round 2 recipe, Beef Fried Rice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 tablespoon water Instructions: Cooking spray, for pans Write your fortunes on 24 pieces of paper that are about...
Earl Grey Tea Chocolate Truffles 1 1/4 cups heavy cream 3 bags Earl Grey tea 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Kosher salt 12-ounces good-quality semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 to 2 cups Dutch-process cocoa powder Instructions: Put the cream, tea bags, butter and a pinch of salt in a...
Broccoli Wild Rice Casserole : Food Network 2 cups uncooked wild rice 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth or stock, plus more if needed for thinning 3 heads broccoli, cut into small florets 8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter 1 pound white button or cremini mushrooms, finely chopped 1 medium onion, finely diced 2 carr...
Bloody Mary Steaks Eight 3- to 4-ounce or four 6- to 8-ounce filet mignons 2 cups tomato juice or V-8 juice 1/4 cup vodka (preferably Absolut Pepar vodka) or gin 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, or to taste 1 tablespoon freshly grated horseradish or prepared white horseradish 1 to 2 teas...
Rudy Mikeska's Coleslaw 6 heads green cabbage, cleaned, cored and shredded 1 head purple cabbage, cleaned, cored and shredded 4 large carrots, peeled and shredded 3 red or orange bell peppers, cored and finely chopped 2 stalks of celery, tops removed, and chopped finely 1 pound sugar, more to taste 3/4 cup red wine vin...
Fresh Garden Pickles with Aioli 1 medium cucumber, cut into 16 spears 1 tablespoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 16 asparagus spears 6 medium carrots, peeled and halved 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 16 slices 1 medium red onion, cut into 16 slices 2 tablespoons pressed or finely chopped garlic 1 tablespoon c...
Chili Prawn Skewers 24 large shrimp (about 1 pound), peeled and deveined 1/2 fresh pineapple, cut into 16 (1-inch) chunks 2 limes 2 tablespoon honey 1 pinch red chili flakes Instructions: If using wooden skewers, soak them in cold water for at least 20 minutes. Preheat the grill to medium-high. Alternate on each skewer...
Chicken Chili Corn Chip Pie 6-pound chicken 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 2 tablespoon oil of choice 1/2 cup chicken broth, divided 3 dried guajillo peppers, finely chopped 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes Oil or butter 1/2 Spanish onion, diced 1 bell pepper, diced 1 cup crushed tomatoes 1/4 teaspoon...
Biscuits and Gravy 40 ounces self-rising flour, such as White Lily, plus more for dusting 1/4 cup baking powder 1 heaping tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons salt 1 pound cold butter, cubed into 1/4-inch pieces, plus 2 to 3 ounces melted butter 3 cups cold whole milk, or more as needed 4 1/2 pounds sage breakfast sa...
Cheese Straws 2 sheets (1 box) frozen puff pastry (preferably Pepperidge Farm), defrosted overnight in the refrigerator 1 extra-large egg 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese 1 cup finely grated gruyere cheese 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves 1 teaspoon kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Prehea...
Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread with Pecans Cooking spray 1 medium zucchini 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 large eggs 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup cocoa 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon fine salt 1 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup choc...
Millionaire\u2019s Shortbread Hamantaschen 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature 3/4 cup confectioners\u2019 sugar 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 large egg yolk, plus 1 large egg for the egg wash 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup granulated sugar 4 ta...
Crispy Whole Trout with Curried Zucchini Couscous Canola oil, for frying 4 trout, cleaned, head and tail on 2 cups rice flour 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin Salt, to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 fine diced yellow onion 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic 1/2 tablespoon minced ginger 1 tablespoon madras curry powder 2 cups dic...
Artillery Punch 1 cup sugar Juice of 6 lemons 2 tablespoons bitters 1 quart Sherry 1 quart Rye or Bourbon or Scotch 1 quart Brandy 1 quart Claret wine 1 quart Club Sode or 2 quarts sparkling Burgundy Instructions: Add ingredients in order to a punch bowl, add ice. To convert from charge 7 to charge 5 (weaken) add anoth...
Christmas Sherbet Punch 1 gallon raspberry sherbet 16 cups (1 gallon) cranberry juice (or cranberry mixed with pomegranate), well chilled Two 2-liter bottles ginger ale, well chilled Instructions: Make sure all the ingredients are very cold. Scoop the sherbet into a large punch bowl, then pour in the cranberry juice an...
Fried Fish with Dill Tartar Sauce 1 cup mayonnaise (I prefer Duke's) 2 to 3 tablespoons chopped dill pickles 1 tablespoon capers 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill 1 teaspoon sugar Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper Canola oil, for frying 6 whiting fish fillets Kosher salt and...
Arroz: Spanish Rice 1 tablespoon lard or solid vegetable shortening 1 1/2 cups long grain rice 1/4 large onion, finely chopped 2 or 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 whole tomatoes from a 15-ounce can 1/4 cup liquid from canned tomatoes One 40-ounce can chicken broth (30 ounces used total) Instructions: Open can of tom...
Mixed Berry Crisp in a Mug 2 tablespoons quick-cooking oats, such as Quaker Quick Oats 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter 3/4 cup frozen mixed berries Plain or flavored Greek yogurt, for serving Instructi...
Creamy Mashed Root Vegetables 5 cups whole milk 2 1/2 cups heavy cream 2 tablespoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning 4 sprigs fresh thyme 2 fresh bay leaves 2 pounds turnips 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes Freshly cracked black pepper Instructions: Set a large pot over hi...
Watermelon Shots 1 1/2 cups vodka 1 cup boiling water Two 3-ounce packages watermelon-flavor gelatin 1/2 hollowed out watermelon rind Instructions: In a large bowl, mix together the vodka, water and gelatin. Pour the mixture into the watermelon half. Refrigerate until fully set, at least 4 hours. Slice into wedges ...
Harissa Chicken and Lentil Soup 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 scallions, thinly sliced (dark green parts separated) 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 4 teaspoons ground cumin 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons harissa 1 ...
No-Knead Cloverleaf Rolls 4 cups whole milk 1 cup canola oil 1 cup sugar 9 cups all-purpose flour 2 packages (2 1/4 teaspoons each) active dry yeast 1 heaping teaspoon baking powder 1 scant teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon salt Melted butter, for the pans Instructions: To make the dough: Combine the mi...
Fajita Butterfly Shrimp with Cilantro Rice 1 (9-oz) package of SeaPak Jumbo Butterfly Shrimp ½ yellow bell pepper, seeds removed and then cut into strips yellow bell pepper, seeds removed and then cut into strips red bell pepper, seeds removed and then cut into strips ½ red bell pepper, seeds removed and then cut int...
Cider Bagel Stuffing 5 cups mixed bagel chips (made from your favorite stores day-old bagels, cut in to thin slices and toasted under the broiler) 1 1/2 cups of your favorite apple cider (hard cider may be substituted, but include 1c hard cider, and 1c water) 1 cup pumpkin chunks 1/2 cup onions 5 cloves garlic 2 teaspo...
Coffee Maker Grain Bowl 1/4 cup broccoli florets 1/4 cup carrots, cut 1/4-inch thick on the diagonal 1/4 cup cauliflower florets 1/4 cup quinoa 2 slices firm tofu, 1/2-inch thick 2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon orange juice 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1/4 teaspoon sugar 1/4 cup baby kale 2 tablespoons crispy chickpea snacks...
Killer Mango Champagne Cocktail 1 (12-ounce) can mango nectar 2 star anise 1 cinnamon stick 2 whole cloves 12 black peppercorns 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 bottle Champagne or sparkling wine Instructions: Bring the nectar to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 2 minute...
Avocado Salad with Tomatoes, Lime, and Toasted Cumin Vinaigrette 4 large ripe tomatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks, or 20 cherry tomatoes, halved 2 ripe large Hass avocados, halved, pitted, peeled, and cut into 1-inch chunks 1 large red onion, thinly sliced Toasted Cumin Vinaigrette, recipe follows 2 cups arugula leaves 1 ...
Mini Skillet Meatloaves 1/3 cup breadcrumbs 1/3 cup milk 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 large egg 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 small onion, finely minced 1 teaspoon chili powder 2 cloves garlic, grated or finely minced 1 1/2 pounds meatloaf mix (ground beef, pork and/or veal) Kosher salt and freshly ground pep...
Thanksgiving in a Sandwich 4 sourdough sandwich rolls 1/3 cup cranberry sauce 1 small head radicchio, leaves separated and washed 1 onion, sliced and caramelized (or leftover glazed pearl onions) 1/3 cup toasted walnuts, chopped 3/4 pound sliced turkey 1/2 cup gravy, warmed Instructions: Split the rolls and toast them ...
Orange and Blackberry Trifle 1 store-bought pound cake 1/3 cup orange liqueur (recommended: Cointreau) 1 orange or 2 clementines 1 cup heavy cream 10 ounces blackberries (about 2 cups, or blueberries if blackberries can't be found) Instructions: Cut the cake into slices and arrange them on a plate or a wide, shallow di...
Damaris' Orange-Chocolate Bars 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and diced 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup Dutch processed cocoa powder 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, melted Fine salt Nonstick cooking spray 4 large eggs plus 2 la...
Hibiscus Gin-and-Tonic 1/2 cup dried hibiscus flowers 1/2 cup sugar 3/4 cup gin 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from 1 to 2 lemons) 1 1/2 cups tonic water Instructions: Bring the hibiscus flowers, sugar and 1/2 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer, stirring, until the sugar is dissol...
Pumpkin Lovers Lasagna Kosher salt 1 head escarole, coarsely chopped 1 head garlic, cloves separated but not peeled 6 tablespoons butter 10 to 12 fresh sage leaves, torn 1 pound butternut squash, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces Freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 cups chicken stock 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 cups m...
Beignets 3/4 cup lukewarm water 1(.25-ounce) packet active dry yeast 1/2 cup, plus 1 teaspoon sugar 4 cups all-purpose flour Pinch salt 2 egg yolks 1/2 cup evaporated milk 3 tablespoons melted butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 to 6 cups peanut or other neutrally-flavored oil, for frying Powdered sugar, for dusting In...
Ginger Ale 1 1/2 ounces finely grated fresh ginger 6 ounces sugar 7 1/2 cups filtered water 1/8 teaspoon active dry yeast 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice Instructions: Place the ginger, sugar, and 1/2 cup of the water into a 2-quart saucepan and set over medium-high heat. Stir until the sugar has dissolved. ...
Sugar and Spice Panna Cotta 1/2 cup butterscotch morsels 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream 1 tablespoon light corn syrup 1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 packet powdered gelatin 1/4 cup Irish cream liqueur 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon va...
Peanut Butter Banana Bread Cooking spray 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon fine salt 1 cup smooth peanut butter 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3 very ripe bananas, mashed 1/3 cup smooth peanu...
Sesame Chicken 4 cups cold water 2 scallions, washed, dried, with both ends trimmed, and cut in half crosswise 1 slice ginger, 1/4-inch thick 3/4 pound chicken cutlet, whole SAUCE (combine in bowl) 1 tablespoon light soy sauce 1 teaspoon white vinegar 1 teaspoon Shao-Hsing wine or sherry 2 teaspoons sesame oil 1/2 teas...
Salmon in Lemon Brodetto with Pea Puree 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 shallot, diced 2 lemons, juiced 1 lemon, zested 2 cups chicken broth 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves 2 cups frozen peas, thawed (about 10 ounces) 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 1 clove garlic 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black p...
Crispy Chicken and Scallion Waffle Sandwich 2/3 cup buttermilk 1 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic 1/2 teaspoon granulated onion 2 pounds boneless chicken tenders Vegetable oil, for frying 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons smoked paprika Salt and freshly cr...
Chicken Enchiladas 3 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup oil, divided 1 tablespoon flour 1/4 cup New Mexican chili powder 16 ounces chicken stock 10 ounces tomato puree 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Salt 3 cups grated cheddar cheese 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken 1 onion, chopped 10 corn tortillas 1 cup s...
Hasselback Apples with Figs 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for the dish 3 large firm apples (such as Honeycrisp, Pink Lady or Gala) 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest Pinch of salt 4 fresh figs, stemmed and thinly sliced ...
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...
Tex-Mex Mozzarella Stick Nachos One 24-ounce box frozen mozzarella sticks, such as Farm Rich 1 cup queso sauce, warmed 1/3 cup black beans, rinsed and drained 1 avocado, cut into 1/4-inch pieces 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1/4 cup pickled jalapenos Instructions: Cook the mozzarella sticks according to the package dir...
Spaghetti with Red Clam Sauce 2 large heads of garlic 1 cup medium-quality extra-virgin olive oil, plus a little extra for drizzling 2 28-ounce cans whole tomatoes (preferably Muir Glen from California) 1 1/2 cups shredded fresh basil, plus a few sprigs for garnish 12 very large clams, each one 8 to 10 ounces 1 pound s...
Hiziki Caviar with Cornmeal Blini 6 tablespoons of hiziki 2/3 cups of unfiltered apple juice 2 tablespoons of shoyu 1/3 cup of water 2 teaspoons of sesame oil 1 3/4 cups of diced onion 1 tablespoon of minced garlic 1 small piece of ginger root, peeled 1 tablespoon of lemon juice Sea salt to taste Chopped parsley or chi...
Turkey Meatloaf 3 cups chopped yellow onions (2 large onions) 2 tablespoons good olive oil 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (1/2 teaspoon dried) 1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce 3/4 cup chicken stock 1 1/2 teaspoons tomato paste 5 pounds ground turkey breast 1 1/2...
Western-Style Grilled Spareribs 5 to 6 pounds spareribs (two 2 1/2- to 3-pound racks) 1/2 cup Peppery Dry Rub, recipe follows Vegetable oil cooking spray 3 tablespoons chili powder 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons paprika 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper 1 teaspoon salt 1 clove garlic, minced Instr...
Cold Cucumber Salad 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup white vinegar 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 teaspoon celery seed 1/4 cup vegetable oil 5 cups cucumber slices (about 3 Persian or Kirby cucumbers; see Cook's Note) 1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced into rings 1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced Instructions: In a med...
Duck Breast with Dukkah Crust, Endive, Potato and Sour Cherry Jus 4 duck breasts Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Extra-virgin olive oil, for cooking 6 sprigs thyme 1 bay leaf 1 shallot, roughly chopped 1 tablespoon pink peppercorns 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 1/2 cup red win...
String Beans with Rosemary and Basil (Vagems Com Alecrim e Manjericao) 1 pound firm, tiny string beans, trimmed if desired 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 small onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves only, finely chopped 10 leaves fresh basil, finely chopped Instructions:...
Chicken Salad Veronique 4 split (2 whole) chicken breasts, bone-in, skin-on Good olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup good mayonnaise 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves 1 cup small-diced celery (2 stalks) 1 cup green grapes, cut in 1/2 Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees ...
Moroccan Grilled Lamb Chops 6 large garlic cloves 1/3 cup julienned fresh mint leaves 1 1/2 tablespoons ground turmeric 1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest (2 lemons) Kosher salt 5 tablespoons good olive oil, plus extra for the grill 3 racks of lamb ...
Labouyi nan fèy Bannann 2 star anise 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (or 1 cinnamon stick) 1 teaspoon ground ginger Pinch of kosher salt 1/2 cup cornmeal 1/4 cup cassava flour\u202f 1 cup evaporated milk 4 to 5 tablespoons sugar (to taste) 1 tablespoon unsalted butter\u202f 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon vanilla extr...
Cinnamon Swirl Ice Cream 1/4 cup dark brown sugar 2 tablespoons water 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons light corn syrup 1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened Instructions: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the brown sugar, water and cinnamon. Cook until all the sugar...
Lemon Pickle 2 teaspoon mustard seeds 2 tablespoons olive oil A small handful curry leaves, optional 1 teaspoon urad dhal/skinned and split black lentils, optional 1 teaspoon chili powder 4 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 medium lemons, washed, deseeded, and chopped Instructions: Fry the mustard seeds in the hot oil. ...
Lomo Saltado 12 ounces rib-eye steak Salt and freshly ground black pepper Garlic, to taste 1/8 cup vegetable oil, plus more for deep-frying Handful precooked French fries 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 medium tomato, sliced 3 to 4 teaspoons vinegar 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 to 2 ounces beer 2 to 3 pinches chopped...
Homemade Chicken Stock Leftover chicken parts including backs, necks and bones 2 carrots, chopped 1 celery stalk, chopped 1 bay leaf 3 peppercorns 1 onion, peeled and halved 8 cups water Instructions: In large pot combine chicken, carrots, celery, bay leaf, peppercorns, onion. Add water and bring to a simmer. Skim off ...
Lobster and Scallop Ceviche 1 1/2 cups cleaned Taylor bay scallops 2 cups poached and sliced Maine lobster tail 1/2 small red onion, halved and julienne 2 scallions, sliced on the bias 1 medium yellow pepper, halved and julienne 1 medium green pepper, halved and julienne 3 jalapeno chiles, seeded and diced 2 tablespoon...
Warm Salmon and Potato Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing One 12-ounce salmon fillet Salt and pepper, to taste 4 cups baby potatoes, quartered 1/2 pound green beans, trimmed and halved 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 1 small lemon, zested and juiced 1 g...
Thai Sweet and Sour Wings 2 cups sweet chili sauce 1 cup rice vinegar 2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce 1 tablespoon peeled and grated fresh ginger 1 tablespoon garlic powder 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped Coarse black pepper, for seasoning 1 gallon shortening oil, for frying 18 to 24 chicken wings, cleaned and dri...
Chocolate-Mint Cookie Crunch Fudge 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk (not condensed milk) 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) butter or margarine (not spread) 1 cup (6 ounces) mint-flavored semisweet chocolate chips 16 round chocolate sandwich cookies Instructions: Line an 8- inch squar...
Crazy Burger 1/2 head napa cabbage, chiffonade 1 jalapeno, seeded, stemmed and julienned 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons white vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 ounce extra-virgin olive oil 1 small white onion, sliced 1 tablespoon light agave nectar 1 teaspoon balsa...
Spice Rubbed Roast Chicken 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne Zest of 1 lemon, the lemon quartered One 3-pound chicken, giblets removed 6 cloves garlic, crushed 3 fres...
Smoked Corn on the Cob with Chile Butter 4 ears fresh corn, shucked 4 tablespoons Chile Butter, recipe follows Kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 5 teaspoons freshly ground pasilla, ancho, or guajillo powder 4 ounces butter, room temperature Salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Prepare an outdoor smoker or...
Veggie-Packed Pasta Kosher salt, to taste 12 ounces whole wheat penne pasta 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 bunch asparagus, cut into bite-size pieces 1 medium zucchini, cut into bite-size chunks Black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup white wine 2 cups tor...
Apple Tart with Hazelnut Frangipane 1 cup shelled hazelnuts 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided 1 large egg 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided Dash vanilla 4 large russet apples (about 2 pounds) 1 cup apricot preserves 1 tablespoon calvados or water Plain cream, sour cream, creme fraiche, or ice cream, to ser...
Crab Cake Sliders with Orange Aioli 1 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon grated orange zest, plus 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice (from about 1/2 orange) 1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard 1 clove garlic, grated Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 3/4 cup crushed butter crackers (18 to 24 crackers) 1/4 to 1/2 cup mayonna...
Pan Roasted Poussin with Yukon Gold Hash and Bone Marrow Sauce 4 baby chickens (1 to 1 1/2 pounds each) 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 3 tablespoons duck fat 5 Yukon gold potatoes, boiled, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes Salt 2 piquillo peppers, diced 1 roasted poblano pepper, peeled and dice...
Oatmeal Pistachio Cookies 210 grams gluten-free all-purpose flour mix 1/2 cup oat flour 1 teaspoon psyllium husks 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 8 ounces (2 US sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup white sugar 1 cup brown sugar 2 large eggs, at room temperature 1 teaspoon...
Roasted Tomatoes 12 plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise, cores and seeds removed 4 tablespoons good olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 large garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Arrange the ...
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...
Mushroom and Leek Bread Pudding 6 cups (1/2-inch-diced) bread cubes from a rustic country loaf, crusts removed 2 tablespoons good olive oil 1 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 ounces pancetta, small-diced 4 cups sliced leeks, white and light green parts (4 leeks) 1 1/2 pounds cremini mushrooms, stems trimmed and 1/4-inch-s...
Tuscan Beans 1 pound/500 g dried cannellini beans 2 cloves garlic, halved 1 sprig fresh rosemary 4 fresh sage leaves Salt 4 tablespoons/60 ml extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling Water, as much as you need Instructions: In a large pot add the beans, garlic, rosemary, sage leaves, salt, and 4 tablespoons oli...
Almond Meringue Cake with Peaches 4 ounces ground almonds or hazelnuts 1 tablespoons cornstarch 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar 4 egg whites 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar 4 egg yolks 1 cup or 2 sticks butter, very soft 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup slivered almonds, toasted 6 peaches, sliced Instructions: To make...
Trenette with Potatoes and Pesto 3 medium sized boiling potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 1 pound fresh trenette (or linguine fini) 1 recipe pesto (recipe above) Instructions: In 1 quart of boiling salted water place potatoes and cook until one minute shy of being done, about 6 minutes. Add the fresh pasta, return wat...
Pesto Farro with Chicken, Smoked Mozzarella and Tomatoes 1 cup farro 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved One 7-ounce container pesto 2 cooked chicken breasts, diced (about 1 1/2 cups) Zest and juice of 1 lemon Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 7 ounces smoked mozzarella, cubed Grated Parmesan, for servi...
Pasticcio 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 pounds ground beef (80/20) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cups finely diced yellow onion 1/2 teaspoon ground Aleppo pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 4 sprigs fresh thyme 1 cup dry white wine 3 cups crushed tomatoes 8 tablespoons unsalted b...
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...
Barbecued Black Beans Over Elbows 3 cups elbow macaroni 2 16-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed 4-oz can chopped green chilies 14 to 16-ounce can tomatoes, chopped with juices 10 ounce pack thawed frozen corn kernels 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin salt and pepper For garnish: chopped fre...
Eggs with Caviar 6 hard-boiled eggs, split longways 2 tablespoons chopped chives 2 tablespoons sour cream 1 tablespoon capers 2 bunches watercress 2 tablespoons beluga caviar 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 ...
Chive-Coriander Salmon and Cabbage 1 pound baby red-skinned potatoes, halved if large Kosher salt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives and/or dill Freshly ground pepper 4 6-ounce frozen sockeye salmon fillets (do not thaw) 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 smal...
Pizza Pockets/Purse 2 cups diced tomatoes 1/2 cup julienned red onions 1 tablespoon fresh minced parsley 1 tablespoon fresh minced thyme 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon celery salt 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper Oil, for deep frying Twelve 5-inch square egg roll wrappers 1 1/2 cups...
Sunshine Slush 2 whole oranges, peeled and seeded 4 large chunks fresh pineapple or 1 small can pineapple chunks Sugar, to taste 3 cups ice Instructions: Place all ingredients in a blender until smooth and thick. Add more ice or water as needed
Ginger Passionfruit Trifle About 18 ounces store-bought sponge or pound cake or same weight of baker's madeleines About 4 ounces ginger wine (recommended: Stones Ginger Wine) About 18 ounces heavy cream 4 teaspoons icing sugar 8 passion fruit Instructions: Slice or break the sponge into pieces and arrange half of them ...
Strawberry Shortcake Trifle 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for the pan 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 5 large eggs 1/4 cup heavy cream 2 teaspoons vanilla One 12-ounce jar strawberry preserves 2 p...
Renegade Pork with Mango Ginger Rub 1 large orange, zest grated and juiced 1 large lemon, zest grated and juiced 1 mango, peeled, cut away from the pit and finely diced into a strainer set over a bowl to collect and reserve the juice 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root, (about a 1-ounce, 1 to 1 1/2-inch piece), peel...
Foil-Packet Chicken Enchiladas 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 10-ounce can mild enchilada sauce (about 1 1/4 cups) 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (about 8 ounces) 8 ounces shredded pepper jack cheese (about 2 cups) 1 15-ounce can refried black beans 1 cup frozen fire-roasted corn, thawed 1 teaspoon dried or...
Pear Walnut Spice Cake 1 cup raisins (dark or golden) 2 cups all-purpose flour 3 eggs 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon each ground cloves and ground allspice 2 cups peeled pear chunks (from about 3 pears) 1 cup c...
Garlic and Fennel Infused Oil 2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed 1 bulb fennel, tops and bruised outer leaves removed, cored and chopped 1 cup olive oil Instructions: Combine garlic, fennel and oil in a heavy saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Simmer until fennel and garlic are very tender,...
Ham and Peas Frittata 10 large eggs 1/4 cup milk Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup thawed frozen peas 1 cup grated Swiss cheese 3/4 cup diced ham 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Whisk together the eggs, milk, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a couple turns of pe...