A quick trip to Butcher’s Block on 17th street and I found the boneless chicken thighs on sale. I often suggest substituting boneless chicken thighs for duck breasts if you want to save a lot of money. Ingredients 10 boneless chicken breasts Olive oil Smoked salt and fresh ground black pepper 15 ounces of cherry […]
.Serves 4 Ingredients 2 pounds mined small or medium sized beets such as red and golden- washed Olive oil Himalayan seas salt or coarse salt Fresh ground black pepper ½ cup fresh sliced fennel (optional) 3 TBSP lemon zest 3 TBSP. fresh squeezed lemon juice Fresh mint- about 1/3 cup-stems removed Fresh dill-lightly torn ¾ […]
Moist and chewy brownies with the rich chocolate goodness you love. This decadent treat boasts 20% fewer calories and 70% less sugar* than the full-sugar version. Go ahead, have two and enjoy every bite! Ingredients 3 oz. unsweetened baking chocolate 1⁄4 cup unsalted butter 1⁄4 cup canola oil 2 large eggs 31⁄2 Tbsp Truvía®natural sweetener […]
Ingredients: 12 ounces Arborio rice 20 ounces vegetable stock, hot 1 large shallot, chopped 2 Tbs. Butter, divided 2 ounces white wine (Pecorino would be best) 3 ounces parmesan cheese, freshly grated 4 ounces whole summer truffle Directions: Cook the chopped shallot with 1 tablespoon of butter until it becomes translucent, about 3 minutes. Add […]
A low, steady simmer is the key to this braise, so keep an eye on the pot. A great trip to The Butcher’s Block on 17th Street inspired me to make a dish reminiscent of my visits to Florence Italy. Nice idea to make ahead and just cook the pasta before service. Ingredients 1 1 […]
Ingredients 1 cup dry white wine 1/4 cup minced shallots 2 tablespoons fresh lemon 2 tablespoons whipping cream 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces 2/3 cup chopped seeded plum tomato 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley ½ cup chopped red or purple peppers 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/2 cups hot cooked […]
Ingredients 1 pound Grouper (I love the Black Grouper at Sarasota Seafood Company) 2 TBSP vegetable oil 1/2 yellow onion, grated 1 tsp. grated fresh ginger 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 large tomato, diced 2 tsp. garam masala 1/2 tsp. chili powder (cayenne) 1 1/2cups coconut milk 1/2 cup chicken stock ( or fish stock […]
Ingredients (Snow Pea Salad): 1 lb snow peas 1/4 cup very thinly sliced scallions 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil 2 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon wasabi powder Kosher salt or dried kelp 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, preferably toasted Directions: Snip ends and remove string from snow […]
Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 4 cups assorted mushrooms- (shitake, button and oyster) 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 shallot, minced 1 package demi-glace- read directions to hydrate 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and fresh ground black pepper Six 1-inch-thick rib eye steaks 2 tablespoons olive oil Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish, optional […]
Ingredients: 1 cup couscous 1 cup boiling water 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper 4 green onions, sliced 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1 cup fresh basil leaves 1 pinch salt 1 pinch ground black pepper 1 dash balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Directions: Preheat […]