1 Tbsp minced shallots 2 tsp dried tarragon, basil, chervil or dill 1/2 cup dry white wine 2 Tbsp tarragon vinegar 1 tsp minced parsley Reduce shallots, tarragon (or basil, chervil, dill), white wine and tarragon vinegar to 1/3 cup over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and swirl in butter and parsley.
2 Tbsp chopped leek 1/4 tsp minced garlic 1 Tbsp olive oil 3 Tbsp chopped fresh herbs 1/2 cup stock (chicken, fish or veal) 1/2 cup plain yogurt Saute leeks and garlic in olive oil until the onion is softened. Add chopped fresh herbs and stock. Reduce the liquid to 1/4 cup. Remove from the […]
1 cup citrus sections (orange, grapefruit, lemon, lime or tangerine) 1/2 tsp minced garlic 1 Tbsp chopped red onion dash of hot pepper sauce 1 tsp white wine vinegar Chop 1 cup of citrus sections with garlic, onion, hot pepper sauce and white wine vinegar.
6-ounce jar of marinated artichoke hearts 1 large tomato 1 minced clove of garlic Chop the contents of a jar of marinated artichoke hearts with tomato and garlic.
1 ounce finely chopped anchovy fillet with its oil 2 Tbsp mayonnaise 1 Tbsp virgin olive oil 2 tsp lemon juice 1/4 tsp minced garlic Mix anchovy fillet with its oil with mayonnaise, virgin olive oil, lemon juice and minced garlic.
1 minced clove of garlic 1 egg yolk 1 Tbsp Dijon-style mustard 2 Tbsp white wine vinegar 1/3 cup olive oil In small mixing bowl, combine garlic, egg yolk and mustard Whisk in white wine vinegar and olive oil in a slow stream as you whisk constantly.
2 pounds 1-inch thick fresh salmon fillets 4 ounces butter 4 shallots 1 cup white wine or champagne 4 Tbsp whipping cream 3 Tbsp chopped chives salt and pepper cayenne pepper Remove salmon skin and slice into 3-inch-wide strips. Melt 2 ounces butter in saucepan. Chop shallots in small pieces and add to butter, stirring […]
1 Tbsp oil 2 (6 to 8 oz. each) fresh/salmon steaks, thawed if necessary 3 Tbsp butter or margarine, melted 1 Tbsp soy sauce dash garlic powder 4 slices fresh lemon Heat oil in medium skillet; add salmon steaks. Combine butter, soy sauce and garlic powder; baste salmon steaks. Cook about 5 minutes or until […]
1/2 cup butter 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 pound block Parmesan cheese 1/2 pound mixed salad greens 1/4 cup vinaigrette 12 jumbo scallops chives, cut in 1-inch lengths Melt butter in a small saucepan until foam browns. Remove from heat and cool to lukewarm. Add vinegar and whisk together. Shave slices of Parmesan off the […]
This recipe for a simple grilled salmon is from Anya Spence, harvest chef for Domaine Drouhin in Dundee, Ore. For an aromatic and attractive presentation, Spence suggest using fennel stalks and fronds as a bed for the fish when it comes off the grill. 1 Tbsp fennel seeds 1 1/2 Tbsp natural sea salt 1 […]
1 Tbsp minced onion 1 Tbsp olive oil 1/8 pound julienne prosciutto 1/2 cup defrosted frozen peas 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary 2 Tbsp creme fraiche or light cream Saute onion in oil for 1 minute. Add prosciutto, frozen peas and chopped rosemary. Saute 1 minute. Deglaze pan with creme fraiche or light cream. Stir […]
1 Tbsp butter 1 minced shallot 1 tsp grated fresh ginger 2 Tbsp apricot preserves 1 Tbsp orange juice 1/3 cup dry sherry Saute shallot and ginger in butter for 30 seconds. Add apricot preserves and stir until melted. Deglaze with orange juice and dry sherry. Flame.
1/4 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp chopped fresh ginger 1 Tbsp sesame oil 1 Tbsp low-salt soy sauce 1/3 cup chicken stock a pinch of sugar Saute garlic and ginger in sesame oil for 1 minute. Deglaze the pan with soy sauce, chicken stock and a pinch of sugar. Simmer for 1 minute.
1 Tbsp chopped onion 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 1/2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup chicken stock 1 Tbsp brown mustard Lightly brown onion in olive oil. Deglaze the pan with Worcestershire sauce. Add chicken stock. Boil for 1 full minute, and mix in brown mustard.
1 lb dry beans Ham, ham hocks or ring of smoked sausages, chopped 1 Large onion, chopped 1 Large can tomatoes Red pepper (optional) or 1 tsp of chili powder Juice of 1 lemon 1 Clove minced garlic (optional) Salt and pepper to taste Wash beans thoroughly. Bring large pot of water to boil, add […]
This recipe celebrates the first oil from the mill, which is best used as drizzling oil. Although bitter and pungent, it is tamed when paired with food. 2 Fuyu persimmons 4 slices rustic bread, about 1/2- to 3/4-inch thick, lightly grilled or toasted 4 slices of prosciutto 2 to 4 Tbsp extra-virgin olio nuovo, to […]
Serve fresh fruit and juice with this make-ahead casserole for a hearty breakfast or brunch. For 8: 1 (12 ounces) package link sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices 8 slices sandwich bread, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese 2 1/2 cups milk, divided 6 large egg, lightly beaten 3/4 tsp […]
6 cups water salt 1/2 cup barley 1/2 cup short grain white rice 3 Tbsp butter 1/2 pound mushrooms, wiped clean, sliced 1/2 cup chicken broth pepper Bring the water and 1 tsp salt to a boil in a large (at least 2-quart) pot. Add the barley and rice and let simmer for 25 minutes, […]
1 can (15 oz. black beans , rinsed, drained 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes 1 1/2 cups cooked rice 1 pkg. (4 oz) ATHENOS Crumbled Feta Cheese 1/2 cup each chopped celery and green onion 1/2 cup Italian dressing 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley Mix all ingredients. Refrigerate Makes 5 servings. Variation: Substitute […]
1 red and 1 green pepper 1 Tbsp olive oil salt and pepper, to taste 1 or 2 tsp hot pepper oil 1 pound cooked pasta 1 Tbsp butter 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, at room temperature 2 Tbsp freshly grated Parmesan 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley Char the skins of pepper over a high […]