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Chicken-Fried Oyster Sandwich 1 cup real mayonnaise 2 heaping tablespoons finely diced salty gherkins 1 tightly packed tablespoon finely chopped capers Zest of 1 lemon plus juice of 1/2 lemon 1 cup buttermilk 1 tablespoon sriracha chili sauce (more if you're feeling feisty!) 12 jumbo oysters, shucked (8 if they are hug...
Cavatappi with Broccoli Sauce Kosher salt 3 1/2 cups broccoli florets (about 10 ounces) 12 ounces cavatappi 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 cup grated Pecorino-Romano cheese, plus more for topping Freshly ground pepper 1 ta...
Mongolian Beef Sandwiches with Black Bean Aioli 1 1/2 pounds flank steak, sliced against the grain 1/2 cup canola oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1/2 cup thin soy sauce 1/2 cup Shaoxing or red wine 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1/2 cup chopped scallions 1/2 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper Canola oil 2 red onions, sli...
California Avocado Fries Light oil, such as vegetable or olive, for frying 4 eggs 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon seasoning salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Salt and pepper 1 cup lager beer or ale 1 to 3 avocados (dep...
Peppermint Hot Chocolate 2 cups warmed milk 1 serving cocoa mix 1 tablespoon crushed peppermint stick 2 ounces peppermint schnapps, optional 1 peppermint stick Instructions: Combine milk, cocoa mix, crushed peppermint stick and schnapps, if desired, in a large mug and stir well. Garnish with a peppermint stick.
Mashed Potato\u2013Sausage Stuffing 1 1/4 sticks (10 tablespoons) unsalted butter, plus more for the pan 3 large russet potatoes (about 2 1/4 pounds), peeled and quartered Kosher salt 12 ounces day-old country bread, torn into 1/2-inch pieces 8 ounces fresh pork breakfast sausage, casings removed 1 large onion, chopp...
Apple-Berry Pie Pops 3 apples (such as Golden Delicious and/or McIntosh), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch pieces 1/2 cup raspberries 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of freshly ...
Grilled Abalone Steak and Fruit Skewers 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup sherry 1/2 cup mango juice 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger 1 tablespoon minced garlic 16 (1-ounce) abalone steaks 2 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch 8 ounces pineapple, ...
Guacamole Tradicional 4 firm ripe avocados, halved, pitted and peeled 1/2 small white onion, minced 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro Juice of 1 lime Kosher salt and freshly Ground pepper Instructions: Coarsely mash the avocados in a medium bowl. Lightly mix in the onion, cilantro and lime juice. Season the guacamol...
Picnic Loaf Dinner Sandwich Large round Italian bread (enough for 2 people) Olivada to taste Red wine vinegar or Balsamic vinegar Assortment of cured meats like prosciutto, mortadella or Genoa salami Slices of cheese like provolone, mozzarella or crumbled goat's cheese Roasted sliced red peppers Peeled slices of seeded...
Roasted Carrots with Caramelized Walnut Crema and Pecorino 7 ounces jumbo organic carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch-thick coins 1/4 ounce kosher salt 1/4 cup light brown sugar .03 ounce fresh rosemary sprigs .03 ounce fresh thyme sprigs Olive oil, for drizzling 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil 6 shallots...
Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars 1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 extra-large eggs, at room temperature 2 cups (18 ounces) creamy peanut butter (recommended: Skippy) 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 1/...
Shrimp Scampi Zoodles 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 cup dry white wine Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 1 1/2 pounds medium peeled and deveined shrimp, tails removed Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 6...
Best Snickerdoodles 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line several bakin...
Green Cauldron Broccoli Soup Olive oil, for pan 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped Salt and pepper Salt and pepper 2 cups chicken stock 1 cup half-and-half 4 small heads broccoli, chopped 1 package soft herbed cheese, such as Boursin 1 cup grated Monterey Jack Instructions: Drizzle some olive ...
Biscuits and Gravy 12 ounces hot bulk sausage 12 ounces mild bulk sausage 4 tablespoons flour 1/2 gallon milk Salt Pepper Biscuits, store bought or homemade Instructions: In a large pot, add sausage and cook until browned and cooked through. Drain grease and add flour to sausage. Cook over medium-high heat until the sa...
Cruising Down Collins 3 1/4 ounces unsalted butter, softened 5 1/2 ounces granulated sugar 5 1/4 ounces cake flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 ounces coconut milk 1 1/2 ounces whole eggs 2 ounces egg whites 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 1/2 ounces desiccated coconut 1 ounce granulated su...
Combat Steak 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 bone-in rib steaks, about 10 ounces each, 1-inch thick 3 large portobello mushrooms, about 4 ounces each, or 1 pound button mushrooms 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, divided 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teasp...
Ellen's Chocolate Biscotti 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 2/3 cup alkalized cocoa powder 2 teaspoons baking powder Pinch of salt 1 1/4 cup sugar 1 1/3 cups chopped, skinned hazelnut or walnuts 4 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: Preheat oven to 325 degrees and set rack in the middle level of the oven. C...
Apple Pie Cupcakes Apple Filling: 3 medium apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices 1/4 cup granulated sugar, plus more for sprinkling 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Large pinch apple pie spice Pinch fine salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus melted butter, for brushing 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour ...
Soft-Shell Crabs with Grenobois 1 lemon 8 live soft-shell crabs Flour, for dredging 6 tablespoons unsalted butter Salt and pepper 4 tablespoons finely chopped tomato confit 1 tablespoon chopped shallots 1 tablespoon capers 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley 1 tablespoon pitted finely chopped black olives Instructions:...
Cheddar Baked Eggs 6 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup flour 1 1/2 cups milk, scalded 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion 12 eggs Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large saute pan over low heat, melt butter. A...
Classic Apple Pie 4 pounds mixed apples (such as Granny Smith, Gala and McIntosh) 2/3 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or apple pie spice 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 disks Pie Dough, recipe follow...
Coquito (Coconut Rum Eggnog) 6 eggs 3/4 (750 ml) bottle white rum 2 (14 ounce) cans coconut milk 2 (14 ounce) cans evaporated milk 2 (10 ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk 2 tablespoons vanilla 1 cup brandy Instructions: In a blender, beat the eggs and the rum at high speed. Lower blender setting and add all addition...
25-Minute Unstuffed Pork Chops 2 1/2 cups store-bought seasoned croutons (not mini) 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 4 scallions, thinly sliced 6 dried apricots, roughly chopped 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Four 11- to 12-ounce bone-in pork loin chops, ...
Beet Root Salad 3 cups canned sliced beets, drained 1 red onion, sliced julienne 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 salad or grapeseed oil Salt and pepper Instructions: Place all ingredients in salad bowl. Toss gently, season with salt and pepper, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve i...
Angel Hair Pasta with Lemon, Fingerling Potatoes and Sunflower Greens 4 to 6 smallish fingerling potatoes (about 4 to 6 ounces total), thoroughly washed and dried 1 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons kosher salt, for the pasta water, plus more for seasoning Freshly ground black pepper 6 quarts water 1/2 p...
Oven Baked Crabmeat Stuffed Sole with Meuniere Sauce v1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 cup lump crabmeat, picked through for shells and cartilage 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, plus 2 tablespoons Salt and white pepper 4 (5 to 6 ounce) sole fillets 2 tablespoons plus 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 4 tablespoons choppe...
Homemade Hanukkah Gelt Vegetable oil, for brushing 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped Assorted edible gold sprinkles, for decorating, such as pearlized sugar or confetti (see Cook's Note) Instructions: Brush a 24-cup mini muffin pan or two 12-cup mini muffin tins (preferably nonstick) with oil. Put the choc...
Seafood Linguine Fra Diavolo 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 sliced red jalapenos 3/4 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tablespoon Essence, divided, recipe follows 1 cup small diced onion 2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste 2 cups canned tomato sau...
Lighter-Style Souperburgers 3/4 pound ground beef (85% lean) 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup) 1 can (10 3/4 ounces) Campbell's® Healthy Request® Condensed Cream of Celery Soup 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon ketchup 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 6 Pepperidge Farm® Farmhouse Premium White Rolls with Sesame Seeds OR...
No-Knead Peasant Bread 2 1/2 cups unbleached bread flour 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast 1 1/2 teaspoons salt All-purpose flour, for dusting Instructions: Combine the bread flour, whole-wheat flour, yeast and salt in a large bowl. Add 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water (about 100 degrees F) and mix with ...
Baby Back Ribs in the Oven | Baked Baby Back Ribs 2 slabs baby back ribs, about 1 pound each (see Cook's Note) 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1 tablespoon chipotle chile powder 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground b...
Shallot and Thyme-Rubbed Roasted Turkey 24 shallots, peeled and quartered 8 garlic cloves, peeled 6 Tbs. olive oil 2 sprigs fresh thyme 2 Tbs. finely chopped fresh thyme leaves 2 Tbs. Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 15-16 lb. turkey (reserve neck, gizzard and heart) 1 large onion...
Cheesy Fennel and Sopressata Baked Ziti with Pecorino Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes One 28-ounce can whole plum tomatoes, crushed by hand One 15-ounce can whole plum tomatoes, crushed by hand 4 large spr...
Roasted Leg of Lamb 1 (6 to 8 pound) leg of lamb, bone-in 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard, divided 1 cup dry white wine 2 cloves garlic, peeled and lightly crushed Sea or kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 small bunch fresh thyme, leaves removed from stem 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons dry sherry...
Six-Foot Nachos Two 14.5-ounce cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped A few dashes of hot sauce Kosher salt 2 Fresno chiles, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3/4 pound fresh chorizo, casings removed 3 medium orange bell peppers, cut into a 1/4-inch dice Kosher salt 1 pound froze...
Grilled Yucca with Huancaina Sauce 1 whole yucca Salt 4 tablespoons melted butter 4 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 red onion, diced 1 aji amarillo, rib and seeds removed, diced 1 clove garlic Salt and pepper 5 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese 1 hard-boiled egg, plus chopped hard-boiled egg, for garnish, optional 1/2 cup heav...
Crostata with Mushrooms and Pancetta 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus 1/2 teaspoon 3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese 3 tablespoons ice water 2 ounces diced pancetta 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme (or rosemary, oregano, parsley, or a c...
Crispy Salt and Pepper Squid with Spicy Asian Salad 1 tablespoon chili oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 lemons, juiced Salt and freshly ground white pepper 6 ounces mixed baby greens 1/2 cup peeled and julienned carrots 2 scallions, chopped lengthwise Vegetable oil, for frying 2 eggs, beaten 5 tablespoons potato starch...
Cranberry-Pear Galette with Pecan Crust 1/3 cup pecans 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 tablespoon sugar, plus more for sprinkling 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 5 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 5 ounces cold cream cheese, cut into small pieces 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 table...
Strawberry Rhubarb \Paloma\ 3 slices fresh rhubarb, plus more for garnish 1 strawberry, hulled 1 1/2 ounces tequila blanco 100 percent blue agave 1/2-ounce agave nectar 1/2-ounce fresh lime juice Ice Pinch salt, plus more for rimming glass 2 ounces grapefruit soda Instructions: In a cocktail shaker, add the rhubarb and...
Chocolate Tart From Another Planet 2/3 cup (85 grams) butter, at room temperature 3/4 cup (100 grams) confectioners' sugar 5 large egg yolks 1 1/4 cups (155 grams) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1/4 cup (20 grams) ground cashews or cashew flour (or other nut flour) 1/4 cup (30 grams) cocoa powder Pinc...
Spicy Tomato Soup 4 cups peeled tomato chunks 3 scallions, chopped 1 jalapeno, seeded and sliced 1 lime 1 red pepper, seeded and chopped Salt Pepper Tabasco pepper sauce Instructions: In food processor combine tomatoes, scallions, jalapeno, juice of the lime, and red peppers. Process until smooth. Season with salt, pep...
Grilled Chicken Sandwich 3 to 5 pounds chicken thighs 8 fluid ounces lime juice 3 tablespoons granulated garlic 2 tablespoons oregano 4 tablespoons kosher salt 1 1/2 tablespoons black pepper 1 tablespoon chili powder 12 cups salad oil 1 (7-ounce) can chipotle chiles in adobo sauce 4 cloves garlic 4 teaspoons firmly pac...
Spaghetti with Red Clam Sauce Three 6 1/2-ounce cans minced or whole clams 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 6 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or more to taste One 28-ounce can whole tomatoes packed in juice, drained, and chopped 1 pound dry spaghetti or linguini 10 fresh basil leaves, chopped 2 tab...
Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups rolled oats 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter 1 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 12 ounces chocolate chips 1/2 teaspoon salt 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, grated 2 eggs 1 teaspoon baking powder Instructions: Place oats...
Spiced Fruit Chips 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger 1 medium Bosc pear or Fuji apple Instructions: Heat oven to 200 degrees F. Combine sugar and spice in a small bowl and mix until evenly combined. Stem fruit and, using a mandoline, slice lengthwise into paper-thin sl...
Egg Fu Young with Roasted Red Pepper and Sweet Chile Sauce 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips Olive oil, as needed Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 5 tablespoons sweet chile sauce 1 teaspoon lime juice 3 tablespoons groundnut oil (peanut), divided 1 small handful fresh shiitake or chestnut m...
Spaghetti and Meatballs 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound spaghetti 1 pound extra-lean ground beef 1 teaspoon salt-free garlic and herb seasoning Salt and pepper 2 (28-ounce) cans diced tomatoes 6-ounce can tomato paste 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup...
Potato Cappuccino Soup 1 white onion 1 ounce olive oil 1 head garlic, crushed 8 ounces chicken broth, plus 8 ounces 1 pound potatoes, steamed, peeled and quartered 4 asparagus stalks 1 leek, cleaned and cut in 1/2 lengthwise 1 ounce shallots, diced finely 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 white onion, diced finely 6 ounces heav...
Assorted Greens with Feta, Cinnamon Dusted Pecans and Raspberry Vinaigrette 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon Spice Islands® Ground Saigon Cinnamon 1 tablespoon butter OR margarine 3/4 cup pecan halves 2/3 cup frozen, unsweetened raspberries 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 cup Karo® Light Corn Syrup 1-1/2 teas...
Glazed Spinach Salad 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 turns of the pan 1 large shallot, chopped 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, a couple of splashes 1 tablespoon soy sauce, eyeball it 1/4 cup Chinese duck or plum sauce, eyeball it A few dashes hot sauce 1 1/2 pounds triple washed spinach, coarsely chopped Salt ...
Minted Green Pea Timbales 1 tablespoon salt 4 cups peas 2 1/2 tablespoons mint, chopped, plus sprigs for garnish 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 egg whites 1/2 cup whipped cream Sour cream or creme fraiche Instructions: Dissolve all but 1/4 teaspoon salt in large pot of boiling water. Add peas. Blan...
Red Lentil Pate 1 cup large or small red lentils, sorted and rinsed 4 cups water 1 bay leaf 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 1/3 cup pine nuts 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon ground caraway seeds 1/2 teaspoon ground cum...
Vietnamese \Pho\ Rice Noodle Soup with Beef 5 pounds beef marrow or knuckle bones 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 2 pieces 1 (3-inch) piece ginger, cut in half lengthwise and lightly bruised with the flat side of a knife, lightly charred 2 yellow onions, peeled and charred 1/4-cup fish sauce 3 ounces rock sugar, or 3 tab...
Pineapple Upside Down Cake 1/2 cup dried cherries 1 cup apple juice, boiling 1 pineapple, skinned and core removed 2 cups cake flour 1 tablespoon baking powder Pinch salt 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed 2 vanilla beans, scrape...
Grilled Mahi Mahi with Blood Orange Sauce and Salsa 4 (6 ounce) mahi mahi fillets Coarse salt 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 blood oranges, peeled and sectioned 1 bunch cilantro, leaves only, roughly chopped 1 Arbol chile 1 small red onion, julienned 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1/2 teasp...
Lime Yogurt Cake with Rosewater and Pistachios 8 ounces self-rising flour 1 teaspoon baking powder Pinch of salt 3 ounces ground almonds 3 1/2 ounces superfine sugar 2 medium eggs 1 generous tablespoon (2 ounces) honey 9 ounces plain yogurt 1/2 cup sunflower oil Finely grated zest of 1 lime 3 1/2 ounces superfine sugar...
BBQ Pulled Pork Frito Pie 2 cups BBQ pulled pork 2 cups of your favorite BBQ sauce 2 cans black beans, drained, rinsed and drained again Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 5 large eggs 3 cups Fritos corn chips 3/4 cup grated white Cheddar 3/4 cup grated Monterey jack 1/4 cup fresh...
Pink Grapefruit Cupcakes with Guava Truffle Cookies and Rosewater Frosting 1 3/4 cups cake flour 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 5 tablespoons butter, cubed 1 1/4 cups sugar 2 extra-large whole eggs 3 large egg yolks 1 1/2 teaspoons grapefruit oil 3 tablespoons grapefruit zest 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/3 ...
Fruit Pizza with Summer Berries 1 cup white whole-wheat flour, plus more for dusting 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon fine salt 3/4 cup sugar 7 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 teaspoons lemon zest 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 large egg 8 ounces light cream cheese, at room temperature 3/4 cup nonfat Greek yo...
Cranberry Muffin 1/2 quart whole eggs 1/4 quart oil 1 pounds butter, softened 1/4 pound baker's shortening 3/8-ounce salt 1 pound sugar 1 1/2 ounces vanilla extract 1/8 teaspoon butter flavoring 1 3/8 ounces baking powder 1 1/8 pounds bread flour 1 1/2 cups whole fresh cranberries Instructions: Preheat the oven to 325 ...
Spicy Pork Ribs with Tangy Slaw 6 racks baby back ribs 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon paprika 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 (12-ounce) bottle light beer (recommended: Miller MGD 64) 1 lemon, zested 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped 1 red bell pepper, slic...
Buttermilk Pecan Pancakes with Mamma Callie's Syrup 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon table salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 cups buttermilk 2 large eggs 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus more for frying Vegetable oil, for frying Chopped pecans, ...
Pots de Creme 1 pound swiss chocolate 2 cups warm milk 6 egg yolks, beaten 1 tablespoon Bourbon whiskey Instructions: Melt chocolate in warm milk. Stir until it boils and the chocolate coats the spoon. Remove from heat. Stir into the egg yolks and add the Bourbon. Pour into the pots de creme cups. Use the leftover egg ...
Steak Panzanella Salad 2 pints grape or small cherry tomatoes, halved Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Two 8-ounce boneless New York strip steaks One 11.25-ounce box frozen Texas toast (about 8 slices) 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 tablespo...
Eton Mess 4 (6-ounce) packages fresh raspberries 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 tablespoon framboise liqueur 1 1/2 cups cold heavy cream 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3 3-inch bakery meringue shells, broken into pieces Instructions: Pour 2 packages of the raspberries, 1 cup...
Vegetable Tarte Tatin 2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds 1 small onion, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds 4 cloves garlic, halved 3 tablespoons extra-virgin o...
Ponche (Tequila Punch) 8 cups diced fresh fruits, such as melon, pineapple, apples, pears, and halved grapes 4 cups chilled silver tequila 3 cups chilled dry Champagne 3 cups chilled Sauternes 1/2 cup simple syrup or to taste Juice of one lime Instructions: In large punch bowl, combine all ingredients and stir over i...
Flower Sugar Cookies 1 cup unsalted butter, slightly softened 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1 large egg 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus additional for rolling out dough 1/4 teaspoon fine salt 1/4 cup water 3 tablespoons egg white powder 2 cups confectioners' sugar Sprinkles, chocolate chips,...
Crepes with Seafood Filling and Lobster Sauce 1 cup Wondra flour 1 cup milk 1/3 cup cold water 3 large eggs, slightly beaten Salt to taste 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, plus additional for brushing pan 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 tablespoons minced shallots 1 1/4 cups diced cooked shellfish 1 cup dry white ...
White Christmas Margarita 1 1/2 cups frozen cranberries 1 cup tequila blanco 2/3 cup fresh lime juice (from about 6 limes), plus 4 lime slices, for serving 6 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur, such as triple sec 3 tablespoons unsweetened coconut milk 3 tablespoons superfine sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup ...
Classic Pumpkin Pie 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons cold vegetable shortening 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2 tablespoons ice water, plus more if needed 2 cinnamon sticks 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk 1 teaspoon ground...
Creamy Fish Enchiladas 2 pounds halibut or other firm, sustainable white fish Olive oil cooking spray Seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay, for sprinkling 1 lime One 8-ounce brick cream cheese or Neufchatel, softened 1 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/3 palmful 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/3 palmful ...
Creamy Rice Pudding with the Quickest Strawberry Jam 2 pounds strawberries, hulled, washed and drained 1/2 cup sugar 5 cups organic whole milk 7 ounces medium-grain rice 2 tablespoons vanilla sugar 2 ounces store-bought meringues, crumbled Optional: a few wild strawberries, to serve Instructions: Rice pudding is loved ...
White Chocolate Coconut Cake with Macerated Mixed Berries 4 ounces coconut milk 2 ounces unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons 6 large egg yolks 6 large eggs 12 ounces granulated sugar 8 ounces cake flour 2 teaspoons baking powder Pinch salt 1/2 cup desiccated coconut Rum Simple Syrup, recipe follows Ganache Filling, r...
Green Eggs and Ham with Ital-Tots and Garlic-Cheesy Toast 1 sack frozen tater tots, any brand 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes 1/2 cup baby spinach or arugula, 2 handfuls of leaves 1/2 cup fresh basil, about 10 to 12 leaves 2 tablespo...
Lobster Corn Dogs Salt 4 lobster tails, still in shell 2 cups yellow cornmeal 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon cayenne 3 cups buttermilk 16 ounces creamed corn 2/3 cup grated onion 1 tablespoon honey Vegetable oil, for frying Zest from 2 lemons 1/4 cup fresh lemon j...
Italian Flag Cookies 2 sticks (8 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 large egg, at room temperature 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Green and red food coloring Instructions: Beat the butter, ...
Exotic Fruit Soup 2 cups water 1/4 cup honey 1 star anise 1 cinnamon stick 1 vanilla bean, split Zest of 1/2 lime Zest of 1/2 orange 1 stalk lemongrass, trimmed and roughly chopped 2 tablespoons mint leaves, chopped 1/4 cup mango, diced 1/4 cup pineapple, diced 1/4 cup blood (or navel) orange fillets 1/4 cup mamey sapo...
Fortune Cookies 4 strips paper, each 1 by 3 inches 1/2 cup flour 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup cooking oil 1/4 cup egg whites 1 1/2 teaspoons water 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: Write individual fortunes on strips of paper. Sift flour, cornstarch, sugar, and salt into a medi...
Mushroom and Leek Bread Pudding 6 cups bread cubes (1/2-inch-diced), from a rustic country loaf, crusts removed 2 tablespoons good olive oil 1 tablespoon 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...
Stuffed Pork Tenderloin Over Grilled Kale Drizzled with Grilled Peach Whiskey Beurre Blanc 1 shallot, roughly chopped 1 garlic clove, roughly chopped 2 cups roughly chopped mushrooms 4 ounces fresh andouille or hot pork smoked sausage, finely chopped Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil Splash wh...
Mini Blueberry Turnovers 4 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 egg 1/4 cup sugar plus extra for sprinkling 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed 1/2 pint blueberries (1 cup) Instructions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with oil or cooking spray. Place cream cheese in a small bowl and stir until completely sm...
Celery Logs with Pimiento Cheese 8 ounces cream cheese 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from canned chipotles in adobo 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 pound sharp Cheddar, grated 1 pound Monterey Jack cheese, grated 2 tablespoons fresh dill fronds Two 4-ounce j...
Hot Buttered Rum Chicken 4 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs 1 1/4 cups rum 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme 2 tablespoons seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper Kosher salt 1 1/2 cups brown sugar 1/2 cup chipotles...
Heirloom Tomato and Basil Tart 1 (9-inch) refrigerated pie crust (recommended: Pillsbury) 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts* see Cook's Note 1 garlic clove, peeled 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning 1/2 to 2/3 cup ...
Italian Stuffed Meatloaf 2 pounds ground beef 2 eggs 1 cup bread crumbs (up to 1 1/2 cups) 1 cup grated Parmesan 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 tablespoon black pepper 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley leaves 2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed 1 onion, diced 1/2 cup ketchup 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 cup milk 8...
Lemon Curd 1 cup fresh lemon juice Zest of 2 lemons 1 cup sugar 6 large eggs 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into bits Serving suggestion: Use the lemon curd as a filling in tart shells, pies, cookies, cakes, or pastries. May be used as a topping for toast and scones, too! Instructions: Whisk togethe...
Garlic Mayo 1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 clove garlic, minced or run through a press Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: In a bowl, mix together the mayo, chili powder, cumin, garlic and a little salt and pepper to taste.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Brown Butter Breadcrumbs 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 3 tablespoons olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, plus sprigs for garnish, option...
Scallops Mussarra 2 tablespoons sweet butter 1 teaspoon shallot, chopped 1/2 pound red grapes, seeded and skin removed 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 cup red wine 1 cup demi glaze Salt and pepper to taste 12 to 16-ounce sea scallops 5 cups frying oil 1 medium Yukon Gold potato, julienne 1 leek, j...
Cranberry Aperol Spritzers 8 ounces Aperol 4 ounces cranberry juice, chilled 1/2 cup lemon juice plus 4 lemon twists 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar 12 to 16 ounces sparkling wine, chilled Instructions: Combine the Aperol, cranberry juice, lemon juice and vinegar in a large pitcher. Stir in the sparkling wine. Fill ...
Cream of Garlic Soup 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 5 cups homemade chicken broth 3/4 cups heavy cream 1 1/2 sticks butter 1 cup chopped garlic 1 large yellow onion, chopped Salt and ground pepper Salt and ground pepper 2 tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced Instructions: Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add t...
Coconut Waffles with Chocolate Maple Syrup and Banana 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons pure cane sugar 1 tablespoon light brown muscovado sugar 1 tablespoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt 1 1/4 cups whole milk 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly coole...
Sunny's Garlic and Chive Potato Puffs 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 1 tablespoon hot honey (I like Mike\u2019s Hot Honey here) 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt Zest of 1 lemon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice One 20-ounce package (2 2/3 cups) store-bought microwavable garlic mashed potato...
Labrador Lasagna Bake 6 to 8 lasagna noodles, cooked 1 cup nonfat cottage cheese 1 cup spinach, chopped, cooked and well-drained 1 1/2 cups skim milk 2 tablespoons flour 1/4 cup chopped tomato Parsley, oregano, garlic (optional) Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl combine cottage cheese and spinach. Ta...
Seared Sesame Coated Tuna Over Arugula Salad Two (6 to 8 ounce) fresh tuna steaks 1 tablespoon sesame oil mixed with 1 teaspoon or so rice vinegar 1/3 cup white sesame seeds or a combination of white and black seeds seasoned with salt and pepper 4 cups washed arugula mixed with washed Boston lettuce leaves 1/4 cup vina...
Ginger and Soy Salmon Fillets with Broccoli 2 cups small broccoli florets 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon light brown sugar 1 teaspoon rice vinegar 1/4 teaspoon cornstarch One 1/2-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated 2 skin-on salmon fillets (6 o...