1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp chili powder 2 tsp salt 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 tsp light or dark brown sugar 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 2 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp minced shallots or green onions Combine all ingredients and rub over beef. Let steak marinate, refrigerated overnight, or at room […]
1 Tbsp coarsely ground black pepper 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp salt 7-8 lb. oven-ready prime rib roast (3 ribs) 2 cups ruby port 1/4 cup veal or beef demi-glace diluted with 3/4 cup water (or 4 cups broth […]
2 tsp minced tarragon 1 1/2 tsp minced rosemary 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice salt to taste 4 Tbsp butter, at room temperature 4 boneless rib-eye steaks pepper to taste 2 tsp olive oil 4 large portobello mushrooms, stemmed 1 tsp balsamic vinegar Before beginning preparation, heat oven to broil. Beat tarragon, 1/2 tsp rosemary, […]
4 4-ounce filet mignon steaks 1/2 tsp salt 2-3 garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp whole peppercorns, cracked* olive oil spray Set oven temperature to 450 degrees. Trim the steaks off visible fat and season with salt. Spread the garlic on both sides of the steaks. Sprinkle the cracked pepper over the steaks and press in. […]
1 1/2 to 2 1/2 tri-tip roast salt pepper garlic salt or powder 1 to 1 1/2 cups bottled Italian dressing Rub the tri-tip with a generous amount of salt, pepper and garlic salt or powder. Refrigerate overnight. The next day, pour the dressing over the meat, turning it to coat all sides with dressing. […]
In the old days, when the prime rib was cooked over an open fire or in a high rack, the fat and meat juices literally dripped onto the bread batter whose pan was placed directly over the meat. Today, it is more practical to spoon some of the pan drippings into a separate baking dish […]
1 Tbsp oil 4 large or 8 small short ribs salt and pepper 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 dried pasilla chili, stemmed, seeded and minced 1 cup dry red wine 1 cup strong coffee In a heavy pot that can later be covered, drizzle oil. Over medium heat, brown ribs well, […]
The Steak 4 tsp soy sauce 2 tsp finely minced garlic 1 tsp lemon juice 1 1/2 pounds skirt steak olive oil freshly ground black pepper The Potatoes 4 large Gold Yukon potatoes, about 2 pounds 4 medium cloves garlic, finely minced 5 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil + more for pan 2 to 2-1/2 Tbsp […]
2 fat ripe tomatoes (about 1 pound), cored and cubed 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh chopped basil large pinch coarse sea salt (fleur de sel is a good choice) 1/2 cup top-quality ricotta, lightly broken into clumps 2 tsp capers In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, oil, basil and salt. […]
This is a light version of potato salad, showcasing the sweet flavor of new potatoes and adding a little zest with the arugula. It can be served warm or at room temperature. 8 to 12 small to medium size new potatoes, such as Yukon Gold, or fingerlings, about 1 1/2 pounds 2 – 4 Tbsp […]
2 cups basil 1/2 cup olive oil 2 Tbsp pine nuts 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1/2 cup Parmesan 2 Tbsp Pecorino Romano 3 Tbsp butter Blenderize or process basil, olive oil, pine nuts and garlic. Mix in Parmesan, Pecorino Romano and butter.
2 cups fresh corn kernels (3 to 4 large ears) salt and pepper 1/3 cup minced red bell pepper 1/3 cup minced sweet onion (Vidalia or Walla Walla) 1/4 cup olive oil 1/3 cup chopped cilantro 3 Tbsp seasoned rice wine vinegar 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1 tsp honey Toss the corn with the […]
Toast together in olive oil and roast: 4 Roma tomatoes, halved 1 garlic clove & 1 shallot, minced 3 sprigs fresh thyme, minced Cube and saute 2 strips of bacon. Combine with roasted tomatoes, season with salt and pepper.
Fill fresh or soft dried apricots with unflavored chevre. Top with a leaf or a strip of fresh basil.
1 Tbsp red wine vinegar 2 Tbsp water or wine 1/8 tsp cayenne 1/4 tsp marjoram 1/2 tsp thyme 1 tsp salt 3 oz dried tomatoes 1 bay leaf 1/2 cup olive oil Blend together first six ingredients in a bowl. Add dried tomatoes and bay leaf and toss until coated. Let stand until liquid […]
1 7-oz can of Eyak kippered salmon 1 8-oz package of cream cheese 1 cup mayonnaise or sour cream 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbsp lemon juice dash Tabasco sauce Thoroughly mix softened cream cheese and mayonnaise or sour cream. Remove skin from salmon and flake. Mix salmon and cream cheese mixture with remaining ingredients. […]
1 pkg (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach 1 pkg soup mix 1 1/2 cups sour cream 1 cup Hellmanns or Best Foods real mayonnaise 1 can (8-oz) water chestnuts, chopped 3 chopped green onions Thaw frozen chopped spinach and squeeze dry. Stir soup mix, sour cream and mayonnaise until blended. Stir in spinach, water chestnuts […]
1 round sourdough French bread 1 cup sour cream 1 pkg. vegetable soup mix 2 Tbsp chopped green onion 1 cup mayonnaise 1 pkg. frozen chopped spinach (10 oz.) Mix sour cream, soup mix, green onion, mayonnaise & thawed spinach. Let stand overnight. Serve in hollowed out sourdough round.
This salsa requires a lot of chopping, so you might ask your guests to give you a hand. To provide a bit of spice, add minced jalapeno or serrano chiles. 3 to 4 pounds tomatoes (choose a mix of different colors and sizes, such as Sungold cherry, Green Zebra, Brandywine, Early Girl, Golden Jubilee, Sweet […]
1 Tbsp ground cumin 1/4 tsp cayenne 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil 36 large shrimps, peeled and deveined 18 pitted dates, halved crosswise 18 strips bacon, halved crosswise Place the cumin and cayenne in a skillet over low heat and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Place in a large bowl and […]