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Dream Bars Nonstick vegetable spray 1 1/2 cups flour 1 cup light brown sugar 1 cup coarsely chopped toasted pecans 6 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature 3 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut flakes 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed m...
Janette's Cheesy Veggie Mac and Cheese Vegetable cooking spray 12 ounces dry elbow macaroni (about 3 cups dried) 1/2 cup white wine 4 red bell peppers, stemmed and seeded, cut into thin strips 2 medium yellow squash (about 1 pound), cut into thin strips 2 medium Vidalia onions, chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1...
Scallops Poached in Achiote Sauce 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 onion, sliced 1 teaspoon salt 4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped 3 ounces achiote paste 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 cups fish stock or clam juice 1 1/2 teaspoons black peppercorns, crushed 1/2 cup white vinegar 2 pounds sea scallops, muscle removed, or ro...
Crab Ravioli in Creamy Tomato Sauce 1 (6-ounce) can lump crabmeat (recommended: Bumble Bee) 1/2 cup ricotta cheese 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 (12-ounce) package wonton wrappers 1 egg, beaten 1 cup milk 1 (1.3-ounce) package creamy tomato sauce mix (recommended: Knorr) 2 tablespoons butter Chopped parsley, for garni...
Alfredo Linguine 1 Tbsp. I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Spread 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped 1 large clove garlic, finely chopped 1 jar Bertolli® Creamy Alfredo Sauce 8 ounces linguine, cooked and drained Instructions: Melt spread in 2-quart saucepan over medium heat and cook walnuts 3 minutes or until golden. Stir in ga...
Cheesy Zucchini Ravioli with Roasted Tomatoes 4 large zucchinis (about 3 pounds) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 12 medium plum tomatoes (about 3 pounds), halved crosswise and tops trimmed 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1 cup whole-milk ricotta ...
Chili Queso 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 6 cloves garlic, minced 3 pounds shredded Cheddar Cornstarch, for dusting 1/2 cup heavy cream 4 cups Mike's straight chili, or your favorite chili without beans Tortilla chips, burgers, hot dogs or fries, for serving Instructions: Sweat the onions and garlic in a large sa...
Bonus Recipe: EZ Cheesy Lasagna for Two 2 (1/4-inch-thick) eggplant slices (cut lengthwise from a long eggplant), patted dry 1 egg white or 2 tablespoons liquid egg whites 1/2 cup fat-free ricotta cheese 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil 1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic 1/4 teaspoon salt Dash ground nutmeg 1 cup chopped mush...
Cranberry-Pear Mostarda 1 cup dried pears, chopped 2 1/2 tablespoons yellow mustard seeds 1 pound cranberries, thawed if frozen 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 cup dry vermouth Kosher salt 1 teaspoon mustard powder Instructions: Put the dried pears in a small heatproof bowl. Cover with 1/2 cup boiling water and let stand until pl...
Guacamole With Cumin-Dusted Tortilla Chips Peanut oil, for deep-frying 12 6-inch flour and/or blue corn tortillas, cut into quarters 1 tablespoon ground cumin Kosher salt 4 ripe Hass avocados, peeled, pitted and chopped 1/2 small red onion, finely diced 1 jalapeno pepper, finely diced Juice of 2 limes (about 1/4 cup) 1...
Rosettes 1 1/4 cups milk 1 vanilla bean split lengthwise 5 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cardamom 1 1/2 cups flour 2 eggs, lightly beaten 2 quarts canola oil Rosette iron Confectioners' sugar for sprinkling Instructions: Pour milk into a small bowl and add the seeds scraped from the vanilla bean. Whi...
Spice Rubbed Tri-tip 1 tablespoon Santa Maria-style seasonings 1 tablespoon BBQ spice (recommended: Red Barron BBQ Spice) 2 (4-pound) tri-tips, trimmed Instructions: Preheat the grill to medium. Sprinkle each seasoning onto a cutting board. Take the tri-tips and roll them over the sprinkled seasonings, making sure to c...
Collard Green Pesto Linguine 1 pound bunch collards, ribs discarded, leaves roughly chopped 1 (13-ounce) box whole-wheat linguine 1/4 cup pecans 1 1/4 cups grated Parmesan, plus extra for garnish 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives 2 cloves garlic 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Inst...
Pack-and-Pour Mango Soup 2 mangoes, peeled and pitted 2 cups orange juice 12 ounces low or non-fat plain yogurt 2 limes, juiced, plus more as needed Instructions: Cut the mango into a large dice. Working in batches, puree the mango, orange juice, yogurt, and lime juice, using a blender, food processor, or hand blende...
Irish Stout and Garlic Marinated Lamb Tenderloin Skewers with Honey Dipping Sauce 2 cups stout beer, such as Guinness Irish stout 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon toasted fennel seeds 1 tablespoon light brown sugar 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme 8 cloves garlic, chopped 2 pounds ...
Frank's Italian Sauce (Spaghetti Sauce) 2 pounds ground beef 4 eggs 1 1/2 cups plain bread crumbs 3/4 cups grated Pecorino Romano cheese 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves 1/4 cup olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, chopped 1...
Sungold Tomato Campanelle 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for pasta water 1 pound campanelle pasta 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more to finish 2 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled 27 ounces (about 4 cups) sungold or cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus more to finish 1 cup freshly grated P...
Maine Sea Scallops with Braised Endives and a Brown Balsamic Butter Sauce 4 large Belgian endives 2 cups water 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 lemon, juiced 2 teaspoons olive oil 12 large Maine sea scallops Salt and pepper 4 ounces unsalted butter 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon chopped Italian parsley 2 teaspoons diced t...
Chocolate Peanut Butter Globs 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter 12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips, divided 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate 2 extra-large eggs 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder, such as Medaglia d'Oro 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 3/4 cup sugar 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1...
Chivo Guisado 5 pounds boneless goat meat, cut into 1-inch cubes 1/2 cup lime juice 1/2 cup white vinegar 1/2 cup chicken bouillon powder Sofrito (see recipe below) 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 cup tomato paste Two 1.4-ounces packets sazon 1/2 cup Djon Djon Haitian black mushroom (see Cook's Note) 1/2 cup vegetable oil Epis...
Baja Fish Tacos with Chipotle Aioli Rojo Salsa 3 cups finely sliced green cabbage 1 cup finely sliced red cabbage Kosher salt 2 tablespoons torn fresh cilantro leaves 1 lime 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon pureed chipotle in adobo 1 teaspoon dark agave syrup 1 pound boneless, skinless halibut fillets 1/4 cup...
Coconut Chicken and Rice 1 15-ounce can coconut milk, preferably Thai style, well stirred Finely grated zest of 1 lime, plus wedges for serving 2 cloves garlic, grated 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger, plus 1 teaspoon finely chopped 2 teaspoons packed light brown sugar Kosher salt 4 6- to 8-ounce skinless, boneles...
Chicken Muffuletta with Spicy Olive Relish Mayonnaise Spicy Olive Relish Mayonnaise: 2 roasted red peppers (from a jar), drained 1/2 or 1 jalapeno chile, chopped (depending on how spicy you like) 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/2 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise 3/4 cup prepared olive relish 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh f...
Sunny's Easy Chicken and Apple Sandwiches 8 slices multi-grain bread, toasted 1/4 cup finely chopped red onions 1/4 cup dried cranberries 12-14 ounces thinly sliced deli chicken 1/4 cup, plus 2 tablespoons Hidden Valley® Sandwich Spread & Dip - Spicy Chipotle Pepper & 4 ounces pepperjack cheese OR 1/4 cup, plus 2 table...
Praline Pound Cake 4 sticks (1 pound butter) minus 1 heaping tablespoon, cut into chips and softened 1 pound sugar (about 2 1/2 cups) 10 eggs, separated 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 pound all-purpose flour (about 3 1/2 cups) 1 teaspoon baking powder Pinch salt 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1 cup crumbled Creamy Praline...
Fettuccine Alfredo 18 ounces fresh fettuccine 2 1/2 cups heavy cream 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 12 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cups grated Parmesan 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest Pinch freshly grated nutmeg Salt and freshly ground white pepper Instructions: Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until te...
10,000 Island Dressing with Layered Salad 1 cup mayonnaise 3 tablespoons mustard, preferably Dijon 1/3 cup chili sauce 3 tablespoons capers, drained 1/3 cup piquante peppers, preferably Peppadews, seeded and diced 1 large hard-boiled egg, finely chopped 3 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles 2 tablespoons finely cho...
Love Potion 2 shots cognac-based red passionfruit liqueur (recommended: Alize) 1 shot red cranberry juice 1/2 shot half-and-half Whole strawberry, for garnish Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice cubes. Shake vigorously and strain into rocks glass with ice. Slice half way up middle...
Cacao Nibs Rub on Tri Tip or Skirt Steak 2 tablespoons Scharffen Berger Cacao Nibs 2 teaspoons dried red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed 2 tablespoons kosher salt 1 (2 1/2-pound) tri tip roast Inst...
Chocolate Shooting Stars with Strawberry Coulis 1/2 cup Dutch cocoa 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour 2 tablespoons baking powder 2 tablespoons baking soda 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 cup maple syrup 1 cup corn oil 6 ounces tofu, pressed dry 3/4 cup vanilla soy milk 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 1 tablespoon orange juice 1...
Quinoa-Stuffed Piquillo Peppers 1 small zucchini, chopped (about 5 ounces) 1/4 cup chopped white onion 1/2 jalapeno pepper 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice Kosher salt and finely ground black pepper Kosher salt and finely ground black pepper Kosher salt and finely ground black pepper1...
Pimm and Proper Ice Cream Floats 1 pound strawberries, hulled and chopped 1/4 cup sugar 1 cup Pimm's No. 1 gin 8 small scoops strawberry ice cream 1/2 liter lemon-lime soda 4 strawberries, for garnish Instructions: Make the syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the strawberries, sugar and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil o...
Cookies and Cream 1 cup milk 3 cups cream 15 amaretto cookies 8 tablespoons sugar, plus 1/4 cup 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped 5 sheets gelatin 2 cups pitted cherries 1/4 cup Vin Santo Instructions: Combine milk, cream, cookies, 8 tablespoons sugar, and vanilla bean in a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer. Turn o...
Homemade Chicken Tamales 24 dried corn husks Boiling water 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 pounds chicken thighs, with skin and bone 1 medium onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves, chopped 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon chili powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 1 cu...
Frosty Fruit Smoothie 1 cup orange juice or other fruit juice 2 teaspoons Benefiber®* 1 banana 2 cups frozen fruit of your choice - peaches, berries, melon, or whatever you have Instructions: Place the juice and Benefiber® in a blender and blend 30 seconds. Add the banana and blend until smooth. Blend in the frozen...
Slow-Cooker Mulled Wine 4 cloves 3 whole star anise 2 cinnamon sticks 1 bottle red wine 1/4 cup sugar, optional (depending on sweetness of wine) 2 strips orange zest, removed with a vegetable peeler 1 1/2 cups orange juice, freshly squeezed and strained, or store-bought 1 small sprig rosemary, plus sprigs f...
Hawaiian Pork n' Greens 1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon ground dried oregano 1 teaspoon black pepper, plus more for seasoning 1 teaspoon white pepper 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 (1-pound) pork tenderloins 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 red onion, roughly chopped 1/2 p...
Soy Honey Brine 1 cup soy sauce 11/2 cups honey 1/4 cup salt 1/2 gallon apple juice 1 pound pork belly Instructions: In a large saucepot, simmer first three ingredients until solids are dissolved. Add apple juice and submerge pork belly in mixture. Place in the- refrigerator for 3 days. After three days have passed, re...
Italian Antipasto Salad 1/2 head romaine lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces 1/2 head butter lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces 1 cup rinsed canned red kidney beans, patted dry 1 cup rinsed canned garbanzo beans, patted dry 8 ounces salami, cubed 6 ounces Provolone, cu...
Levain (Starter) 1 1/4 cups 20-percent bran wheat flour 1 full batch of chef Instructions: Add the flour directly into the container with the full batch of room-temperature, batter-like ripe chef. Stir vigorously to add fresh oxygen to the mixture. This will form a stiff consistency more like a stiff dough than a batte...
Crepes with Smoked Salmon and Lemon-Herb Sour Cream 1 cup quick mix flour (recommended: Wondra) 1 cup milk 1/3 cup cold water 3 eggs, beaten 4 tablespoons melted butter, plus more for pan Pinch kosher salt 1 cup sour cream or creme fraiche 1 lemon, zested and juiced 1/4 cup minced dill 2 tablespoons snipped chives 2 ta...
M&M Magic Bars 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for buttering the dish 14 chocolate graham crackers One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk One 10-ounce bag mint chocolate chips 1 cup cocktail peanuts, coarsely chopped 2 cups mini marshmallows 1/2 cup red and green candy-coated chocolates,...
Kilmore Quay Fisherman's Pie 1 1/2 cups corn flakes 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped 2 tablespoons bread crumbs 1 tablespoon chopped parsley leaves 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1 cup diced leek 1/3 cup diced carrots 1/2 diced onion 1/2 cup dry white wine 2 cups fish stock 1 cup diced potatoes 4 cups boneless haddock, cut into a ...
Mini Meatballs 2 pounds lean ground beef 8 ounces ground pork 2 cups Italian flavored breadcrumbs 1 cup milk 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped 4 medium eggs, lightly beaten 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium onion, minced Salt and pepper Salt and pepper Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 d...
Beer-Basted Pulled Pork Roast 6 cups beer 2 1/2 cups packed dark brown sugar 1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin 1 tablespoon dry mustard 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons dried crushed red pepper 2 bay leaves One 5- to 8-pound Boston pork butt Instructions: Bring fir...
Wilted Spinach 3 ounces smoked bacon, sliced 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus 1 1/2 tablespoons 8 mushrooms, sliced 12 ounces baby spinach Salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: In a small pan, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from pan and set aside. Add 1 tablespoon of the butter in the same pan and s...
Bourbon Bow Ties 1 1/4 cups sugar 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise, seeds scraped out (pod reserved) 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 5 large egg yolks 2 tablespoons bourbon 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1/...
Breakfast/Dinner Bread Pudding Butter, for the baking dish 3 tablespoons oil 2 pounds lunch meat, diced (I'm using a combination of ham and bacon) 1 cup diced onion (I'm using yellow) 2 cups whole milk 1 teaspoon paprika (I'm using smoked) 1/2 teaspoon chile flakes, optional 6 large eggs Kosher salt and freshly ground ...
Skillet Fried Pizza with Roasted Mushrooms and Charred Broccoli Rabe Pesto 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110 degrees F) 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 scant tablespoon honey 1 pound broccoli rabe, washed and the ends trimmed 8 to 1...
Bean Cassoulet with Fennel Spiced Chicken and Roasted Vegetables 12 medium Brussels sprouts 2 medium red onions 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 medium parsnips 3 medium carrots 3 celery stalks, peeled Finely ground sea salt 1/4 cup Fennel Spice Rub, recipe follows 1 (4 pound) chicken plus 2 bone-in chicken breasts 2 t...
Shrimp Pad Thai 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 1 tablespoon garlic, minced 1 tablespoon ginger, minced 16 large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon red crushed pepper flakes 1 teaspoon brown sugar 7 ounce...
Roasted Carrots with Carrot Top Pesto 12 to 14 medium carrots with tops (about 1 1/2 pounds) 5 to 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons sweet curry powder Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar 1/2 cup walnut halves 1 cup fresh basil leaves, tightly packed 1 tabl...
Dirty Pickle Ice 8 ounces gin or vodka 1/2 teaspoon dry vermouth 2 tablespoons chilled dill pickle juice 2 pickled okra spears Instructions: Add ice halfway up the cocktail shaker. Add gin, vermouth and pickle juice. Shake well and strain into 2 martini glasses. Garnish with a pickled okra spears.
French Onion Soup 2 1/2 pounds yellow onions, halved, and sliced 1/4-inch thick (8 cups) 1/4 pound unsalted butter 1 bay leaf 1/2 cup medium-dry sherry 1/2 cup brandy or Cognac 1 1/2 cups good dry white wine 4 cups beef stock 4 cups veal stock 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper Freshly gr...
Maple-Roasted Sweet Potatoes 2 pounds small sweet potatoes (about 5), peeled and cut lengthwise into 1-inch wedges 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest Sea salt and freshly grated nutmeg, to taste, for serving Instruct...
Hot Pepper Chicken Under a Brick with an Orange and Poppy Seed Dressed Salad 4 large chicken legs and thighs, bone in, skin on or, 4 chicken breasts, bone-in, skin on Salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 rounded tablespoon Dijon mustard 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more,...
Chicken Parmesan 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 pounds) 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 5 cups bread crumbs 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon dried thyme Freshly ground black pepper All-purpose flour, for dredging 6 large eggs, beaten 2 tablespoons whole milk Vegetable oil, for frying Olive oil, as neede...
Air Fryer Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs 1 pound ground beef 1/4 cup panko 3 tablespoons milk 1 large egg 1/2 onion, grated 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 cup lingonberry or red currant jam 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar Instructions: Make the...
Spicy Tomato and Cheddar Soup 4 tomatoes, halved 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 small red onion, chopped 2 teaspoons fresh oregano leaves, chopped 2 cups chicken broth 1 teaspoon hot sauce One 28-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Ko...
Grilled Butterflied Chicken One 3- to 4-pound whole chicken, innards removed Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper Instructions: Prepare a grill for high heat. Wrap 2 bricks with foil. Remove the backbone of the chicken with kitchen shears. Place the chicken skin-side up and flatt...
Chocolate Covered Cereal 4 cups whole grain oat cereal, such as Cheerios 1 pound milk chocolate, tempered 4 cups corn flake cereal 1 pound dark chocolate, tempered Instructions: For the oat cereal: Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper. Place the cereal in a large bowl. Pour about half of the tempered choc...
Pignoli Cookies One 15-ounce can gluten-free almond paste, finely crumbled 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar 2 tablespoons honey Pinch ground cinnamon Pinch fine salt 2 large egg whites 1 lemon, zested 1/2 to 3/4 cups pine nuts Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line sheet trays with parchment paper or sili...
Lobster and Scallop Ceviche 1/2 Maine lobster 1/2 pound clean, dry sea scallops 4 oranges, juiced 4 lemons, juiced 4 limes, juiced 1 Bermuda onion, sliced thin 2 small chopped tomatoes 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 small habanero 1/4 cup Spanish olive oil 1/4 cup ketchup Salt and freshly ground black pepper ...
Rory's Ribs with Grilled Corn, Cantaloupe, and Fresh Herb Salad 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 garlic cloves, peeled 2 1/4 cups ketchup 1 3/4 cups low-salt chicken broth, divided 7 tablespoons soy sauce, divided 6 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar 4 1/2 tablespoons mild-flavored (light) molasses 3 tablespoo...
Guinness Stout Parfait 1 cup butter 1 1/2 cup brown sugar 4 eggs 2 cups all purpose flour 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 2 teaspoons baking soda 14 ounces Guinness stout 2 pounds fresh cherries 1/2 cup water 3/4 cup cherry brandy (recommended: Kirschwasser) 1 tablespoon lime juice 1/8 teaspoon black pe...
5 Ingredient Pan-Seared Halibut with Artichoke Hearts and Saffron Broth 4 halibut fillets (about 5 ounces each) Salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 teaspoon saffron threads Instructions: Season both sides o...
Mongolian Fire Pot Beef Fillet 3 cups beef broth 6 slices fresh ginger 3 pieces star anise 3 cloves garlic 2 to 3 hot dried chili peppers 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 1/2 pounds fillet of beef, tied to keep an even shape 2 carrots, thinly sliced diagonally 3 ribs celery, ...
Martini Pork Chops 8 (1 to 1 1/2-inch thick) pork chops Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup olive oil 2 large shallots, minced 1/2 to 3/4 cup vermouth Instructions: Season the pork chops with coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper. In a large skillet on high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the pork chops to...
Jerk Pork Sandwich 1 lean pork tenderloin Dry jerk seasoning, recipe follows Jerk sauce, recipe follows 4 French baguettes, split Spicy mustard (recommended: Cajun flavored) 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1 teaspoon dehydrated onion 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teas...
Insalata Mista 2 fennel bulbs 2 sweet red peppers 10 ounces carrots 4 zucchini 8 stalks celery 14 tablespoons olive oil 4 to 6 tablespoons white wine vinegar Salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions: Clean the fennel and trim all the woody and hard parts. Slice the heart of the fennel paper-thin. Set aside the...
Pear and Almond Crostata 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface 2 eggs, divided 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 (7-ounce) packages almond paste 2 Bartlett pears 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash 2 tablespoons raw sugar 1 pint cherry vanilla ice cream 1...
Sweet and Spicy Stuffed Peppers Corn oil, for frying 1 green (unripe) plantain Fine salt 50 small, red sweet piquante peppers (preserved), about 1 (12-ounce) package (recommended: Peppadew), stem side removed 1 pound cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup jalapeno stuffed green olives, drained, finely chopped 1 firm ripe mediu...
Whiskey Sour 1/2 cup sugar 2 ounces bourbon 3/4 ounce lemon juice, plus 1 lemon wedge, for garnish 1 cocktail cherry, for garnish Instructions: Make the simple syrup: Heat the sugar and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Remove from the heat and let cool. Combine the bourbon, ...
Cavatappi with Sausage, Kale and Mushrooms Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 links sweet Italian sausage, casings removed 1/4 cup 'nduja sausage 1 clove garlic 6 ounces mixed mushrooms, such as chanterelle and cremini 1/4 cup dry white wine 2 1/2 cups chopped kale...
Mashed Rutabaga 1 large rutabaga, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks Kosher salt 3 Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 stick cold butter Instructions: Put the rutabaga in a large saucepan and cover by about 2 inches of water. Season the water generously with salt. Partially cover...
Napa Cabbage Lobster Rolls with Mint Mayonnaise and Carrot Ginger Sauce 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped Juice of 2 limes Salt 4 cups shaved carrot ribbons (shaved with a vegetable peeler) 2 thumbs ginger, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons ...
Whole-Wheat Pita Chips with Mascarpone-Chive Dipping Sauce 4 whole-wheat pita breads, halved 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning 4 strips bacon, cooked until crisp, finely chopped 1 cup (8 ...
Piquillo Pepper Salad with Sardines and Basil 2 pounds small whole sardines, heads, tails and fins removed 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 3/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling 1 orange, juiced 1/4 cup chopped fresh oregano Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 (13-ounce) cans piquillo peppers, drained and chopped 2 ta...
Bacon Cornbread Cupcakes with Honey Butter 12 slices thick-cut bacon 1 cup yellow cornmeal 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda Kosher salt 2 extra-large eggs plus one extra-large egg yolk 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature, plus more as needed 4 tablespoons honey 1 s...
Gnocchi Nicoise 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 4 ounces bacon, diced 4 cloves garlic, smashed 1/2 pound coarsely ground beef (look for \chili grind\) 2 tablespoons brandy or red wine 3 shallots, chopped 1 cup diced carrots 1 stalk celery, sliced 1 tablespoon tomato paste Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 15-...
Frozen Strawberry Cheesecake 1/2 gallon good-quality strawberry ice cream 1 1/2 cups fine graham cracker crumbs 6 tablespoons melted butter 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar 1 store-bought cheesecake (8 or 9 inch), room temperature 1 pint strawberries, hulled and cut into pieces 1/2 lemon, juiced Instructions: Set the i...
Chicken Yassa 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 4 large onions, thinly sliced Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1/8 teaspoon minced fresh habanero chile or to taste 5 tablespoons peanut oil 1 frying chicken (2 1/2 to 3 1/2 pounds), cut into serving pieces 1 habanero chile, pricked with a fork 1/2 cup pim...
Fish in Foil with Sweet Onions, Tomatoes, and Mojo Verde 1 tablespoon pure olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons 2 medium red onions, sliced 2 tablespoons butter Kosher salt and freshly toasted and ground black pepper 1 pound medium-size red potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices 1 (4-pound) whole snapper, gutted, scaled, pe...
Kentucky Red Beans and Rice Topped with Crispy Country Ham 5 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 medium onion, small diced (about 2 cups) 1 red pepper, small diced (about 1 cup) 2 stalks celery, small diced (about 1 cup) 1/4 cup chopped pecans 1 tablespoon Cajun/Creole seasoning 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspo...
Beef and Horseradish Sauce Sandwich 2 to 3 pounds fillet of beef, trimmed and tied 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons kosher salt 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper 1 loaf health or 7-grain bread Mustard Horseradish Sauce, recipe follows 1 bunch arugula Kosher s...
Hazelnut and Nutmeg Gelato 1 1/2 cups skinned hazelnuts 2 cups whole milk 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon fine salt 8 large egg yolks 1/3 cup Nutella Instructions: 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the hazelnuts on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until ligh...
Green Tea Couscous 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 4 scallions, finely chopped Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable stock 1 single-serve bag green tea 2 tablespoons honey 1 1/2 cups couscous 1/2 cup finely chopped mint leaves, a couple of handfuls 1/2 seedless cucumber, peeled and ch...
Sausage and Gorgonzola-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms 2 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed 1 Tbsp. olive oil 8 ounces sweet Italian sausage links, removed from casing and crumbled 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 pouch Bertolli® Premium Champignon & Portobello Mushroom Pasta Sauce 1 cup fresh bread, torn into small pieces ...
Hibiscus Half-and-Half 6 bags hibiscus tea Frozen raspberries, for garnish 1 quart store-bought lemonade Lemon wedges, for garnish Instructions: Bring 1 1/2 quarts water to a boil in a small pot over high heat. Remove from the heat and add the tea bags. Cover and let steep between 1 and 1 1/2 hours. Discard the t...
Roasted Leg of Lamb 1 (7-pound) semi-boneless leg of lamb, aitchbone removed, fat trimmed to 1/4-inch thick, and lamb tied 8 garlic cloves 1 cup flat-leaf parsley 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 2 teaspoons lemon zest 2 lemons, juiced 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup olive oil Pita brea...
Chicken Fried Steak 1 1 1/2 cups whole milk 2 large eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons seasoned salt 3/4 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 pounds cube steak (tenderized round steak that's been extra tenderized) 1/2 cup canola oil, plus more i...
Pepper Crusted Tenderloin with Mushroom Cream and Roast Asparagus 3/4 pound asparagus, trimmed at stem (fat stems should be peeled down a bit as well) Extra-virgin olive oil, for liberal drizzling plus 2 tablespoons Salt 4 (1-inch thick, 3 to 4-inch round) beef tenderloin steaks, about 1 pound total 4 teaspoons coarse ...
Asian-Style 3 Bean Salad 1 pound string beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 (10-ounce) bag frozen shelled edamame (green soy beans) 3 tablespoons canola oil 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1/4 cup 100 percent fruit apricot preserves 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger 1 (15-ounce) can black bean...
Baked Bagel Egg-in-the-Hole 6 tablespoons salted butter, melted 4 everything bagels, halved 8 medium eggs Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 sticks (16 tablespoons) unsalted butter 3 large egg yolks Juice of 2 lemons, plus more if needed 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Kosher salt 8 ounces smoked salmo...
Corn with Basil Butter 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/4 cup fresh basil Grated zest of 1 lemon 1 clove garlic Kosher salt 4 ears of corn, grilled Freshly ground pepper Shredded Parmesan cheese, for topping Instructions: Combine the butter, basil, lemon zest, garlic and a pinch of salt in a f...
Coquito - Coconut Eggnog 2 cans (12 oz. each) GOYA® Evaporated Milk 1 can (15 oz.) Coco GOYA® Cream of Coconut 1 can (14 oz.) GOYA® Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 can(13.5 oz.) GOYA® Coconut Milk ½ cup white rum (optional) 1 tsp. vanilla extract ½ tsp. ground cinnamon, plus more for garnish, if desired Cinnamon sticks (opt...
Roasted Pork Loin with Cider and Chunky Applesauce 2 sprigs rosemary leaves, roughly chopped 2 sprigs sage, roughly chopped 2 cloves garlic, smashed Pinch crushed red pepper Salt Extra-virgin olive oil 1 (6-chop) pork rib roast 2 large onions, sliced 1 bundle thyme, tied with string 3 bay leaves 2 quarts apple cider Ch...
Famous BBQ Sauced Pork Sandwich 1 tub of Curly's Famous Pulled Pork BBQ.(YUM!) Your favorite cole slaw 6 sesame seed buns Instructions: Follow Curly's microwave cooking instructions on package. Remove Curly's cooked tub from your microwave (be careful, it's hot). Place ample servings of delicious Curly's Pulled Pork BB...
Steamed Gingered Salmon with Warm Citrus Sauce Canola oil to cook 2 tablespoons ginger julienned 1/2 cup sliced scallions 1 tablespoon fleur de sel 1 teaspoon coarse ground szechuan peppercorns 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground white peppercorns 4 (3-ounce) pieces of salmon fillet 4 eight inch rice paper, softened in warm wat...
Baby's Head Pudding 4 cups flour, plus more for dusting 1 1/8 cup suet 1 heaping teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/4 cup water 8 ounces beef kidney, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 1/2 pounds rump steak, cut into 1-inch pieces Freshly ground salt Freshly ground pepper 6 parsley stalks, cut into 1/4-inch pieces 1 te...