Posts

Ingredients 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 cups milk 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder, such as Medaglia D'Oro 4 large egg yolks 1/4 cup coffee liqueur, preferably Kahlua 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons and softened Chocolate Wafer Crust 1/3 cup dark chocolate-covered espresso beans or chocolate curls 2 1/2 cups cold heavy cream 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar Preparation Whisk together granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan....

Ingredients 1 1/4 cups water 1 3/4 cups Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton) 1 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend 1 cup uncooked converted rice 1 cup chopped broccoli 1/2 cup shredded carrot (about 1 medium) 1 jar (2 oz) diced pimientos, drained Preparation In 3-quart saucepan, heat water, broth and seasoning blend to boiling. Stir in rice; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in broccoli and carrot....

Ingredients 4 chicken thighs 4 chicken legs 2 cups full-bodied red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 8 ounces slab bacon, cut into 1/2-inch dice 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, if needed 1 medium onion, finely chopped 8 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 10 white pearl onions, peeled 1/2 pound small cremini mushrooms 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 tablespoons Cognac 1 chicken liver, coarsely chopped...

Ingredients 8 fresh or frozen cranberries 2 teaspoons sugar 2 dashes of Angostura bitters 1 strip (2 inches) orange zest 1 tablespoon water 2 ounces bourbon Preparation Muddle cranberries, sugar, bitters, and orange zest with water in a medium glass until sugar dissolves. Pour in bourbon. Add ice cubes. Related Video

Ingredients 3 English cucumbers, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced on the diagonal 1 medium sweet onion, such as Vidalia, halved and thinly sliced 1/2 cup fresh dill, coarsely chopped 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar Coarse salt and ground pepper Preparation In a large bowl, toss together cucumbers, onion, dill, oil, lemon juice, and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. In a large bowl, toss together cucumbers, onion, dill, oil, lemon juice, and vinegar; season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 pounds fingerling potatoes (30 to 40) 1 teaspoon salt 8 ounces soft goat cheese, room temperature 1 cup nonfat buttermilk 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 1 bunch of chives, finely chopped 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley Chervil, for garnish Preparation Place fingerling potatoes and salt in a large saucepan with enough cold water to cover generously....

Ingredients 4 ears of fresh corn, husk attached, silks removed 1 bunch or 24 asparagus spears, ends trimmed 3/4 cup Arugula Pesto 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 8 soft-shell crabs Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 cups mixed greens Preparation In a large pot filled with cold water, soak the corn for 30 minutes. Blanch the asparagus in a large pot of boiling water and transfer to a bowl of ice water....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon butter or margarine 1/3 cup finely chopped celery 1 medium green onion, finely chopped (1 tablespoon) 1 cup cooked wild rice 1 tablespoon sliced almonds 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 4 pork loin chops, 1 inch thick (2 1/2 lb) 1/3 cup apricot preserves 1 tablespoon dry white wine or apple juice 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. In 8-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream Zest and juice of 1 lime 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 2 scallions, finely chopped, plus more, thinly sliced for garnish, if desired Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 1/2 pounds jicama (1 medium), cut into sticks Preparation In a small bowl, place sour cream, lime zest and juice, chili powder, and chopped scallions. Season with salt and pepper; mix to combine. Transfer to serving dish, and garnish with sliced scallions, if desired....

Ingredients 2/3 cup buttermilk 8 boneless skinless chicken breasts (2 1/2 lb) 1 cup corn flakes cereal 1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix or Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 2 packages (1 oz each) ranch dressing mix (dry) Cooking spray Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. Pour buttermilk into shallow glass or plastic bowl. Add chicken; turn to coat. Let stand 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in 2-quart resealable food-storage plastic bag, crush cereal with rolling pin....

Ingredients Coarse salt and ground pepper 12 ounces ditalini or other small tubular pasta 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese 1 pound plum tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch chunks (3 cups) 3 cups (12 ounces) shredded, cooked rotisserie chicken (skin removed) 1 cup torn fresh basil leaves Preparation In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente, according to package directions....

Ingredients 2 pints (4 cups) red or golden raspberries, crushed (2 cups) 5 1/4 cups sugar 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel 1 tablespoon lemon juice 3/4 cup water 1 package (1 3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin Preparation Mix raspberries, sugar, lemon peel and lemon juice in large bowl. Let stand at room temperature 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix water and pectin in 1-quart saucepan. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute....

Ingredients 2 oranges Four 6-ounce fillets of sole, skin removed 1 bunch arugula (about 6 ounces), stems trimmed 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano Preparation Grate the zest from the oranges, and set aside. Slice off the stem end of the oranges. Place the fruit on a work surface, cut side down; using a sharp knife, cut away the peel and white pith, in a single curved motion, from end to end....

Ingredients 2 leeks, white and pale-green parts only, cut into 1-inch rounds, rinsed well 2 carrots, cut into 1-inch rounds 1 small onion, cut into 1-inch pieces 3 garlic cloves 8 cups water 5 flat-leaf parsley sprigs 2 thyme sprigs 1 dried bay leaf 2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns, crushed Preparation Cook leeks, carrots, onion, and garlic, covered, stirring occasionally, in a medium saucepan over medium heat for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped 1 celery stalk, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 pound ground beef 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce 1/4 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 4 hamburger buns, split and toasted Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce (from 11-oz can), chopped 1 tablespoon lime juice 2 teaspoons sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 3 cups coleslaw mix (from 16-oz bag) 1 chayote squash, unpeeled, cut into 2x1/8x1/8-inch strips (1 1/2 cups) 1/2 cup julienne (matchstick-cut) red bell pepper strips (2x1/8x1/8 inch) 1/4 cup very thin short red onion strips 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Preparation In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients....

Ingredients 1 pound baby spinach, rinsed 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/3 cup cup toasted pine nuts 1/3 cup grated Parmesan 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling Zest of 1 lemon Kosher salt 8 slices rustic bread 1 4-oz. can sardines 1/4 cup currants Lemon wedges, for serving Preparation Steam damp spinach in a largecovered pot over medium heatuntil tender and wilted, about5 minutes....

Ingredients 4 to 6 red potatoes (about 1 pound), cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices Extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 to 3 large, ripe tomatoes (enough for 12 slices) 16 fresh basil leaves, half green and half purple basil, if available Balsamic vinegar Preparation Brush potato slices lightly with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on a medium-hot grill and cook, covered, 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/4 cup Armagnac (French brandy) 1 whole rindless triple Creme cheese (1 1/2 pounds), such as Brillat-Savarin Preparation In a nonreactive container, combine raisins and Armagnac. Let stand for 24 hours; transfer to refrigerator if not using immediately. Let cheese come to room temperature. Just before serving, pour raisins and Armagnac over cheese. Serve with crackers. Related Video

Ingredients 20 ounces best-quality white chocolate, finely chopped 1 1/2 cups whipping-quality pasteurized egg whites 1 3/4 cups plus 3 tablespoons sugar 2 1/4 cups unsalted butter, (4 1/2 sticks), softened, cut into 1-inch pieces Preparation Melt chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring. Remove from heat, and keep warm. Put egg whites and sugar into the heatproof bowl of an electric mixer set over a pan of simmering water....