recipe
stringlengths
8
15.5k
Breakfast-to-Go Grape Smoothie 1 1/2 cups frozen California grapes 1 banana, sliced 1/2 cup vanilla or honey Greek yogurt 1/2 cup grape juice 1/4 cup wheat flakes Instructions: Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend for 1 minute. Serve immediately. Makes 2 1/3 cups of smoothie.
Cider Braised Greens 1 tablespoon diced Spanish onion 2 cups apple cider 1 cup chicken stock Kosher salt 8 stalks Swiss chard, leaves roughly chopped, stems diced 5 stalks kale, leaves rough chopped, stems discarded Instructions: Combine the onion, cider, chicken stock, and salt in a large pot and bring to a boil over ...
Foil-Packet Chicken Fajitas 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, sliced into 1/2-inch strips 1 medium onion, sliced 1/4-inch thick 1 green bell pepper, sliced into 1/4-inch strips 1 red bell pepper, sliced into 1/4-inch strips 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning (see Cook's Note) 3 tablespoons olive oi...
Cod Wrapped in Rice Paper with Shiitake and Oyster Mushroom Sauce and Cilantro Mashed Potatoes 4 (8-ounce) captain's cut cod loins Salt and pepper 6 tablespoons canola oil, divided 1 tablespoon minced garlic 2 tablespoons minced ginger 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion 4 sheets rice pape...
Fried Mozzarella Sticks with Creamy Marinara Vegetable oil, for frying 1 cup jarred marinara sauce 1/3 cup creme fraiche 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs 1/2 cup grated Parmesan 1 teaspo...
Beignets 1 package dry yeast 1/2 cup warm water 1/2 cup evaporated milk 1 egg beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 tablespoons melted butter 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 3 cups all-purpose flour 3 to 4 cups peanuts oil for deep frying Confectioners sugar, for garnish Cinnamon sugar, for garnish Instructions: In a bowl of a kit...
Soy Herb Glazed Chicken Satay 1/2 cup soy sauce 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 1 jalapeno 1 cup assorted fresh herbs (recommended: cilantro, basil, mint and parsley leaves) 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut lengthw...
Potato, Broccoli and Sausage Skillet 1 box (4.7 oz) Betty Crocker® scalloped potatoes 2 cups hot water 2/3 cup milk 2 tablespoons margarine or butter 2 cups sliced fully cooked reduced-fat Polska-kielbasa sausage (from 1-lb ring) 1/2 cup Old El Paso® Thick 'n Chunky salsa (any variety) 2 cups Green Giant® Select® froze...
Spinach Fettuccini in Vodka Sauce Olive oil 1 onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, chopped 2 to 3 cans chopped tomatoes Oregano thyme basil salt and pepper salt and pepper 1 pound spinach fettuccini 1 cup vodka 1 cup sour cream Instructions: In a saucepan, saute onions and garlic. Add tomato and seasonings. Bring contents ...
Mochiko Chicken 1/4 cup mochiko flour (Japanese sweet rice flour) 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup sugar 5 tablespoons soy sauce 2 eggs 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions, reserve some for garnish 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs Oil, for frying 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, optional Instructions...
Salsa Sampler and Fajitas 1 bunch scallions 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped 2 teaspoons cumin 2 teaspoons chili powder 3 limes, freshly squeezed lime juice 1/2 cup cilantro - chopped Salt, to taste 2 teaspoons garlic - minced Black pepper, to taste 6 tomatoes - cut in half 1 red onion - sliced 1/2 inch thic...
Rosemary Olive Oil Cake with Lemon Buttercream Cooking spray 1 cup sugar 2 1/3 cups plus 3 teaspoons all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 large eggs plus 2 egg yolks 1 cup plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup whole milk 1/8 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 0.5- to 0.66-ounce pac...
Frozen Strawberry Cheesecake 1/2 gallon good-quality strawberry ice cream 1 1/2 cups finely ground graham cracker crumbs 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar 1 8- or 9-inch store-bought cheesecake, at room temperature 1 pint strawberries, hulled and quartered Juice of 1/2 lemon Instr...
\Serious\ Vanilla Ice Cream 2 cups half-and-half 1 cup whipping cream 1 cup minus 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons peach preserves (not jelly) 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped Instructions: Combine all ingredients (including the bean and its pulp) in a large saucepan and place over medium heat. Attach a frying or can...
Rainbow Peanut Noodles 1/2 pound thin noodles, such as linguine, cooked until just tender, rinsed under cold water, drained, and tossed with 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 5 carrots, peeled and grated 2 English (seedless) cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, shredded, and squeezed dry 2 cups bean sprouts, rinse...
My Mom's Peas and Rice 1/2 pound salt pork, cut into 4 chunks 1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped 6 cloves garlic, peeled and minced 1 green bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and finely chopped 3 cups white rice 6 cups water Salt and freshly ground pepper 3 (15-ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained, rinsed and drained...
Cosmopolitan Snow Cone 2 ounces mandarin-orange-flavored vodka 1/2-ounce orange liqueur 1-ounce Rose's lime juice 2 ounces cranberry juice Lemon or lime twist for garnish Instructions: Place about 10 ice cubes in a plastic bag with a zipper-like closure. With a mallet, a rolling pin or the handle of a large knife, crac...
Broiled Trout with Brown Butter New Orleans Sauce 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 8 ounces white mushrooms, halved or quartered if large (about 3 cups) 1 small green bell pepper, chopped, plus more for garnish (optional) 1 shallot, sliced Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup white wine 1/2 cup ...
Ranch Dipper 3/4 cup buttermilk 3/4 cup sour cream 1 clove garlic, grated or finely chopped, then mashed into paste with salt 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon hot sauce 2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley 2 tablespoons chopped dill 2 tablespoons chopped chives Salt and freshly ground black pepper I...
No Cook Ice Cream 1 cup milk 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup sugar 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped 1/2 teaspoon of salt 6 to 8 strawberries, quartered 2 tablespoons strawberry or raspberry jam Instructions: In a large bowl, combine the milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla bean seeds, salt, strawberries, and strawberry jam. Mi...
Drawn Butter for Steamed Lobster, Crabs, or Clams 1/2 pound unsalted butter Instructions: Place the butter in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for 1 minute. Set the saucepan aside and let the butter settle, undisturbed. The milk solids will come to the top of the butter and the watery wh...
French Toast Florentine Eight 3/4-inch-thick slices brioche, challah or other egg-rich bread 2 cups heavy cream 4 large eggs 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg Fine salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3/4 ...
Lemon Buttermilk Pie 1 1/4 pounds granulated sugar 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour 8 eggs 8 ounces butter, melted 16 ounces buttermilk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 teaspoons lemon zest 1 ounce lemon juice 2 pie shells, prebaked Instructions: Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Whisk together sugar and flour, adding eggs gr...
Caprese Di Farro 1 pound farro 10 ounces organic cherry tomatoes, sliced into quarters 1 (5-ounce) ball fresh mozzarella, chopped 1 handful fresh basil leaves, torn 2 ounces pitted kalamata olives Extra-virgin olive oil, for serving Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Bring a pot of salted water t...
Greek Moussaka 3 large eggplants Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 lemon, sliced in thin circles 1 handful fresh oregano leaves, chopped 2 handfuls fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped 2 pounds ground lamb 1 cinnamon stick 3 tablespoons to...
Manhattan 3/4-ounce sweet vermouth 2 1/2 ounces bourbon whiskey Dash Angostura bitters 2 to 3 ice cubes 1 maraschino cherry 1 orange peel twist Instructions: Combine vermouth, whiskey, and a dash of bitters with 2 to 3 ice cubes in a mixing glass. Stir gently so as not to cloud the drink. Place the cherry in a chilled ...
Grana, Rucola, Pear Salad 14 ounces Grana Padano or Parmigiano Reggiano cheese Bunch of arugula, leaves torn 2 firm pears, cored and cubed 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling Salt Instructions: Wedge out fresh chunks of the cheese and put in a large salad bow...
Enchiladas Frescos 6 Ancho chiles, wiped clean, stemmed and seeded 2 cups water 1/2 cup white vinegar 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 1/2 red onions, diced 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1 cup vegetable oil 12 large Corn Tortillas, recipe follows 6 ounces Panela cheese, grated (1 1/2 cups) 4 cups...
Kentucky Pie 1¼ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling ¼ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon sugar 1 stick chilled unsalted butter, cut in pieces 3 tablespoons ice water 2 large eggs 1 cup sugar 1 stick unsalted butter, melted and cooled ¼ cup Maker's Mark® Bourbon ½ cup all-purpose flour 1½ cups walnuts, toasted and coars...
Pepperoni Roll 2 1/2 cups flour (I'm using bread flour but you could use all-purpose) 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon instant yeast (see Cook's Note) 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for the baking sheet 1 pound sliced lunch meat (I'm using pepperoni) 1 pound cheese (I'm taking mozzarella) 2 ounces Parmesan, grated Ins...
John's Citrus Fish, Savoy Cabbage and Couscous with Peas and Chives 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus extra for drizzling 3 tablespoons butter, divided 1 small savoy cabbage, 1 1/4 pounds, quartered then shredded 2 cups chicken stock Salt and pepper 2 grapefruits or 4 oranges, grated zest from 1 grape...
Crab Cake and Fried Green Tomato Sliders 1 pound fresh jumbo lump crabmeat, picked over for shells and cartilage 3/4 cup panko 1/4 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons chopped chives 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper So...
Seared Quebec Foie Gras with Okanagan Peaches 1 cup ice wine 1 cup water 1 tablespoon white sugar 2 fresh local peaches 1 cup balsamic vinegar 4 (2-ounce) pieces foie gras, sliced Salt and white pepper Grapeseed oil 1 tablespoon sweet butter 1/2 lemon, juiced 1 teaspoon coarse fleur de sel Instructions: In saucepan bri...
Salt and Pepper Salmon with Shiitakes and Leeks 8-ounce salmon fillet, pin bones removed Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Extra-virgin olive oil 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 3/4 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms, stems removed 1/4 cup sliced leeks, white portion only Instructions: Salmon is a really unique fish tha...
Sheet Pan Vegetarian Chili with Cheesy Cornbread Biscuits 4 scallions, roughly chopped, plus more sliced, for serving 2 poblano chiles, seeded and diced 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced 1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 tablespoon chili powder 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon gr...
Love Me a Vanilla Milkshake with Chocolate Peanut Straws Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the plate, optional 1/4 cup white chocolate chips 2 tablespoons crushed toasted and salted peanuts 1 cup whole milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Generous pinch kosher salt 4 to 5 large scoops premium vanilla bean ice c...
Cantaloupe Granita 1/2 cup sugar 1 whole cantaloupe, rind removed, cut into chunks Juice of 1 lime Fresh mint sprigs, for serving Instructions: Place the sugar, melon and lime juice in a blender. Process the mixture until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Freeze for 2 or 3 hours, and then be...
Rolled Stuffed Turkey Breast with Quick Stuffing and Gravy 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 onion, small dice 1 stalk celery, small dice 2 teaspoons thyme leaves, chopped 6 cups dried bread cubes 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning 1 1/2 to 2 cups chicken stock Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper One 5-t...
S'mores Milkshake 2 cups large marshmallows 2 cups chocolate chip ice cream 2 cups milk 1 cup marshmallow creme, such as Marshmallow Fluff 1 cup crumbled graham crackers 1/2 cup chocolate shavings Instructions: Place four 12-ounce glasses in the freezer. Preheat the broiler to high. Put the marshmallows on a baking she...
Pecos Chicken Salad 6 (6-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 tablespoon lemon pepper 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon ground coriander Canola oil, for frying tortillas 6 to 8 corn tortillas, cut into 1-inch strips 2 heads roma...
Turkey and Artichoke Stuffed Shells with Arrabbiata Sauce One 12-ounce box jumbo pasta shells (recommended: Barilla) 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup) 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 pound ground turkey 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus 1/2 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground b...
One-Pot Farfalle Primavera 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped 8 ounces farfalle pasta (bowtie; see Cook's Note) Kosher salt 1/3 bunch asparagus (about 6 ounces), trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 7 ounces small broccoli florets (from 1 medium head; about 3 1/2 cups) 2/3 cup frozen peas, thaw...
Caramel Apple Sundae 1 stick plus 2 tablespoons salted butter 4 Granny Smith apples, finely diced 1 cup lightly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 pints vanilla ice cream, for serving Instructions: Add 2 tablespoons of the butter to a skillet and melt over medium-high heat. Add ...
Cacao Nib Caramel Corn 1/2 cup popcorn kernels 1 cup brown sugar 5 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 3 ounces dark corn syrup 1/2 vanilla bean, split and scraped 1 tablespoon cacao nibs Instructions: Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Pop the corn according to package directions and transfer to a ...
Cubano Hash 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 pound ground pork 3/4 pound, packaged chorizo, peeled and chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/3 palm full 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1/2 bottle bee...
Table Top S'mores 4 cups whole milk 1 1/3 cup honey 1 1/3 cup molasses 4 teaspoons vanilla extract 8 whole eggs 4 cups all-purpose flour 4 cups wheat flour 2 cups rye flour 2 1/3 cups granulated sugar 8 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons kosher salt 4 tablespoons ground cinnamon Two dozen Orange Marshmallows, recipe f...
Slow-Cooker Moroccan Turkey Stew 1 teaspoon ground allspice Kosher salt 4 skinless, bone-in turkey thighs (about 4 pounds) 1/2 medium butternut squash, cut into 2-inch chunks 2 15 .5-ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 28 -ounce can whole peeled tomatoes with juices, broken up 1 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup golden...
Fried Whole Cauliflower with Creamy Lemon Dipping Sauce 1 cup mayonnaise Zest and juice of 1 large lemon (about 1 tablespoon zest and 1/4 cup juice) 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, roughly chopped Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Vegetable oil, for frying 1 large head cauliflower with the stem attached (ab...
Ancho Potato Chips 4 potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/8-inch thick Canola oil Ancho chile powder Salt Instructions: Fry the potatoes in 365 degree oil. Remove and season with ancho powder and salt.
Ham and Pepperoni Stromboli 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, for dusting 1 pound prepared pizza dough 2 egg whites, whipped 1 1/2 cups mozzarella 1 pound tavern ham, sliced thin 8 ounces capicola ham, sliced thin 8 ounces pepperoni, sliced thin 1 cup marinara or tomato sauce 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley 10 to 12 fresh b...
Chocolate Pudding 24 chocolate sandwich cookies 4 tablespoons salted butter, melted 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 cups whole milk 4 large egg yolks 6 1/2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, broken into pieces 2 tablespoons salted butter 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup whipped cream, ...
Fried Chicken and Artichokes with Salsa Brava 1 cup beer 1/3 cup sherry vinegar or white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon dried oregano 5 cloves garlic, smashed 1 tablespoon coriander seeds, crushed 3 bay leaves Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 18 chicken wing drumettes Extra-virgin olive oil, for frying 1 cup all-pu...
Easy Sidecar Cocktail 1 lemon, cut in half Sugar, to rim the glasses Ice 3 ounces cognac 1 1/2 ounces fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 ounces orange liqueur Instructions: Rim the glasses with the lemon halves. Place some sugar on a shallow plate and dip the tops of the glasses in it. Fill a shaker halfway with ice. Add the cogn...
Roasted Vegetable and Truffle Mac 'n Cheese 2 medium carrots, large diced (about 1 cup) 2 small ears of yellow corn, kernels cut off the cob 1 head broccoli (about 6 ounces), any fibrous parts removed, cut into small florets 2 tablespoons unrefined coconut oil, melted Kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper ...
Short Rib Ragu with Drunken Pappardelle 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 large or 2 medium carrots, peeled and finely chopped 2 medium onions, finely chopped 2 to 3 ribs celery with leafy tops, finely chopped 3 to 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 bay leaf 3 tablespoons tomato...
Creamy Rich Chocolate Fudge 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate 1 1/4 cups milk 3 cups sugar 2 tablespoons light corn syrup 1/8 teaspoon salt 4 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: In a small saucepan heat chocolate and milk on low, stirring until melted. Add sugar, syrup and salt and cook to 236 degr...
Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup sugar 21/4 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 2 cups buttermilk 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, plus some for frying 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen Serving suggestions: whipped cream and maple syrup. Instructions: ...
Mixed Seafood Paella with Thai Bird Chile Aioli Olive oil to cook 4 cups basmati rice 5 minced large shallots Sliced Chinese sausage (optional) 2 tablespoons ginger, minced 2 tablespoons garlic, minced Salt and white pepper to taste 1/2 tablespoon tumeric 7 cups chicken stock 1/2 pound Prince Edward Island mussels, scr...
Piadine with Caesar Salad and Roasted Garlic Paste 1 pound premade pizza dough 12 cups loosely packed torn romaine lettuce (about 2 heads) Favorite Caesar dressing Olive oil 1/2 cup Roasted Garlic Paste, recipe follows 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves 6 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan, plus extra for ...
Online Round 2 Recipe - Eggplant Rollatini 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 medium onion, chopped 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves Reserved ricotta filling from Veggie Lasagna recipe 1/2 cup grated mozzarella, divided Reserved grilled eggplant from Veggie La...
Wolfgang's Salad Tasting Plate: Mozzarella Tomato Salad 2 medium to small vine-ripened tomatoes 1 small ball bufula mozzarella (approximately 4 ounces) Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons basil chiffonade Instructions: Slice the tomatoes into 1/4-inc...
Grilled Shrimp with Rice Noodles 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for the grill 1 8-ounce package thin rice noodles, such as vermicelli 1 1/4 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1/4 cup drained pickled ginger, chopped, p...
Goes-On-Everything Roasted Red Pepper Sauce 1 1/2 cups (about a 340-milliliter/11.5-ounce jar) roasted red peppers, drained 1/4 cup roughly chopped almonds, toasted 2 tablespoons roughly chopped oil-packed sundried tomatoes 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped 1 small handful flat leaf parsley, roughly chopped 1 lemon, zes...
Deconstructed Italian Cheesecake 2 cups ricotta cheese 1/4 cup sunflower seeds 1/2 cup currants 1/4 cup honey Instructions: Mix ricotta cheese, sunflower seeds, currants and honey in a bowl. Divide among 4 dessert dishes.
Key Lime Pie Truffles 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk Zest of 3 limes 2 cups (about 11 ounces) white chocolate chips Juice of 2 limes (about 2 tablespoons) 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature 5 whole graham crackers, crushed (about 1 cup) Instructions: Combine the heavy cream, condens...
Curried Chicken Pot Pie 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon fine salt 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (about 12 ounces), cut into 1/2-inch pieces 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 medium onion, chopped 2 medium red-skinned potatoes, (about 8...
Sunshine Vegetable Medley 1 pound fresh baby carrots 1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets 2 zucchini, sliced 3 yellow squash sliced Garlic powder, to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup butter (1 stick) melted Instructions: In a large pot fitted with a steamer basket, bring water to a boil and add vegetabl...
Burst Tomato Galette with Corn and Zucchini 1 1/4 cups (160 grams) all-purpose flour, plus more for the counter 1/4 teaspoon table salt 8 tablespoons (4 ounces or 113 grams) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces and chilled again 1/4 cup (60 grams) plain yogurt or sour cream 2 teaspoons (10 milliliters) fresh lem...
Lemon Buttermilk Poundcake 16 tablespoons (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 cups sugar 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 4 large eggs 3 egg yolks 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon strained lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup suga...
Fudge Sauce 1/2 cup heavy cream 8 ounces good-quality semisweet chocolate, preferably Belgian or French, finely chopped Instructions: Heat the cream gently in a heavy-bottomed pot over low heat. Add the chocolate, melt, and stir together with the cream. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly before using. This...
Pistachio Spritz Cookies 1/2 cup pistachios 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Sanding sugar, for decorating (optional) Instructions: Position racks in the upper and lower thirds o...
Mango Honey Chicken with Mango Slices 2 cups honey 1 cup mango juice 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1/2 lemon, juiced 1 (3 to 4-pound) whole rotisserie chicken 2 mangos, peeled and sliced 1-inch thick Toothpicks, soaked in water for 10 minutes 1 bunch basil, for garnish Instructions: Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. For the g...
Mexican Chorizo and Sweet Potato Soup 6 corn tortillas, cut into strips 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Kosher salt 3/4 pound fresh chorizo or other spicy sausage, casings removed 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoe...
Mushroom and Leek Spring Rolls 2 cups sliced shiitake mushrooms 1 cup sliced button mushrooms 1 cup sliced cepes, chanterelles or oyster mushrooms (optional) 2 cups leek julienned 1 cup bean sprouts 1/2 cup hoisin sauce 2 minced serrano chile 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon minced ginger 2 tablespoons canola oi...
Halibut Parmesan One 8-ounce halibut fillet, about 3/4-inch thick 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 large egg 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 2-3 tablespoons clarified butter or vegetable oil Instructions: Put an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Pat the halibut dry with a paper...
Pea Fricassee 1-ounce bacon, diced 2 ounces pearl onions, sliced very thin 2 tablespoons butter Salt and pepper 5 ounces peas, shucked, blanched and peeled (approximately 1 pound in the pod) 1-ounce garlic puree Instructions: Render the bacon over low heat. When bacon is lightly crisp, strain through a chinois. In a sm...
Corn Dogs 8 cups (2 quarts) peanut or grapeseed oil, for frying 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 2 cups buttermilk, plus more if needed 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon honey 1 large egg, beaten 6 hot dogs ...
Apple-Strawberry Betty 1 stick unsalted butter, plus more for the dish 6 large slices stale white bakery bread (about 6 ounces), crusts trimmed, chopped 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced 2 Golden Delicious apples, peeled and thinly sliced 1 pound strawberries, hulled and sliced 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons ...
Three Onion Gnocchi, Baby Shiitake, Porcini Butter with Daikon Sprouts and Oven Dried Tomatoes 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/2 cup sliced Vidalia onions 1/2 cup sliced cippolini onions 1/2 cup sliced shallots Salt and pepper 1/4 to 3/4 cups flour 1 cup porcinis 8 ounces butter Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup baby s...
Buffalo Chicken Pizza 1 pound refrigerated pizza dough, at room temperature 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter 1/2 cup hot sauce 1 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella 2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese 1 scallion, sliced on the bias, for garnish Special equipment: a pizza stone Inst...
Crispy Pancetta Crostini with Arugula-Lemon Pesto 1/4 cup pine nuts 12 very thin slices pancetta (about 3 ounces) 1/2 small garlic clove, minced 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 2 cups loosely packed arugula 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 2 teaspoons lemon juice Kosher salt and fr...
Spicy Juicy Lucy-fer Sliders 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, thinly sliced (about 3 cups) 2 chipotle peppers in adobo, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 4 ounces pepper jack cheese, cut into 12 equal pieces 1/4 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon bal...
Pain Patate Butter or nonstick cooking spray, for greasing 3 medium tropical batatas, peeled and finely grated (found at most grocery stores or international supermarkets) Zest of 2 limes One 5-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated 1 1/2 cups whole milk 1 tablespoon grated coconut (preferably fresh coconut or substitute...
Chocolate-Mint Tiddlywinks 20 fresh whole mint leaves, unblemished 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, tempered if possible Instructions: Lay a sheet of acetate or parchment or a nonstick baking mat (smooth-side up) on a work surface. Place the mint leaves on the sheet, face down, about 2 inches apart. Melt the chocolate ove...
Mclemore Grilled Venison Steaks with Wild Mushrooms 1/2 cup peanut oil 1 clove garlic, diced 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 8 tender venison steaks Instructions: In a medium saute pan, over medium heat, quickly saute the garlic in hot oil for 3 minutes. Add all of the remaining ingredien...
Apple Pie Egg Roll 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch pieces 1/2 vanilla bean, split and scraped for seeds 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of salt 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about half a lemon) E...
Pink Grapefruit Margaritas 1 lime, cut in wedges, optional Kosher salt, optional 1 cup ruby red grapefruit juice 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (4 limes) 1 cup orange liqueur, such a Triple Sec 2 cups ice 1 cup white tequila Instructions: If you like a salt rim on the glasses, rub the lime around the edge of the g...
Sauteed Green Beans 2 cups green beans, trimmed 1 tablespoon butter 1/4 cup almonds, slivered or sliced Salt and ground black pepper Instructions: In a skillet, saute the green beans in butter until tender-crisp. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Before serving, add the almonds to the skillet and heat throug...
Ginger and Turmeric Catfish with Vermicelli 1 1/4 pounds catfish fillets, cut into 3-inch pieces 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon fish sauce 2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon sugar 1 to 2 teaspoons chili-...
The Big Papa Burger 2 pounds ground pork 2 large eggs 1/4 cup barbecue sauce 1 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon sazon seasoning, such as Badia brand 2 pounds ground brisket 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon steak seasoning 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 8 sandwich-sized...
Tropical Hawaiian Salsa 2 ounces cranberry-raspberry concentrate 4 ounces orange juice 2 ounces pink lemonade concentrate 1-ounce white vinegar 3 ounces seedless green grapes, cut in halves 2 nectarines, pitted and sliced 2 oranges, cut in sections 12 leaves fresh basil Instructions: In a saucepan heat the cranberry-ra...
Beef Skewers with Cilantro Chimichurri 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar Kosher salt 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 bunch cilantro, roughly chopped 1 pound flank steak, trimmed 1 clove garlic 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Juice of 1/2 lemon 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plu...
Tomahawk Steak And Sauteed Spinach 1 tomahawk steak Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Olive oil, for sauteing 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic 2 cups baby spinach Instructions: Heat the broiler to high heat. Sprinkle the steak with salt and pepper, and then place under the broiler until desired doneness is reac...
Mesa Grill Potato Salad 3 pounds new potatoes Kosher salt 1 cup prepared mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons ancho chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder Freshly ground black pepper 3 scallions, white and green parts, chopped 1 large ripe beefsteak tomato, seeded and ch...
Asparagus and Egg Wrap with Barn Burner Chile de Arbol Salsa 2 whole wheat tortillas, warmed 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 onion, julienned 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1/2 russet potato, washed and cubed 2 ounces shiitake mushrooms, sliced 2 ounces button mushrooms, sliced 1/4 tomato, chopped 1/4 pound asparagus, thinly sliced ...
Candy Canes Scant 5 cups sugar (1 kilo) 3 tablespoons vinegar (40 grams) 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water (250 grams) Essential oils ? assorted flavors Food color paste ? assorted colors Instructions: Before you begin this recipe, please take a class from a professional on working with sugar. This is a skill that profess...
Soppressata and Cheese in Puff Pastry 1 package (2 sheets) frozen puff pastry, such as Pepperidge Farm, defrosted 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 12 thin (not paper thin) slices soppressata salami (3 1/2 inches in diameter) 6 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash Instructions: Pre...
Basic Vanilla Cake 2 Nonstick cooking spray 3 cups cake flour, plus more for dusting 1 tablespoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon fine salt 2 1/2 cups sugar 3 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature 3/4 cup milk, at room temperature 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 4 large eggs, at room temperature Instructions: Posi...
Squid Pasta with Seasonal Mushrooms and Vegetables 1/2 cup sake 1/4 cup soy sauce 3 tablespoons clarified butter 3 cloves garlic, sliced thinly 8 medium size Grade A shiitake mushrooms, cleaned and sliced 1/4 inch thick 4 ounces pencil asparagus, sliced on an angle, each 2 inches long 8 ounces squid, cleaned and sliced...
Star Confetti Cookies 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting (see Cook's Note) 1/8 teaspoon baking soda 1/8 teaspoon fine salt 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 large egg 1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar ...