Steak, Brie, and Roasted Cranberry Crostinis
Steak, Brie, and Roasted Cranberry Crostinis Makes 10 – 12 appetizer servings Espresso Chili Steak 2 X 1 ½-inch thick striploin steaks, at room temperature 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 2 teaspoons ground espresso 2 ½ teaspoons dark brown sugar Zest of 1 lemon, grated on a microplane Sea salt and fresh […]
Lobster Thermidor
Lobster Thermidor Makes 4 servings 2 X 1 ¼ pound live lobsters 1 ½ cups whole milk 2 bay leaves 2 sprigs fresh tarragon ½ onion 8 black peppercorns 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 large shallot, minced ½ cup dry white wine 2 tablespoons brandy 2 teaspoons Dijon […]
Fish Tacos with Cranberry Salsa
Fish Tacos with Cranberry Salsa Makes 4 – 6 servings For the Fish 1 ½ pounds fresh cod 1 teaspoon cumin 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder Zest of 1 lime, grated on a microplane Sea salt and cracked black pepper 2 tablespoons grapeseed (or other neutral) oil For the Cranberry […]
Smokey Osso Buco
Smokey Osso Buco Makes 4 – 6 servings 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 ounces pancetta, diced 3 pounds veal shanks, about 2 to 3 inches thick Flour for dusting 2 carrots, diced 2 celery ribs, diced 1 large onion, diced 4 thyme sprigs 1 tablespoon tomato paste 5 garlic cloves 1 cup dry white wine […]
Herb, Roasted Garlic, and Parm Bread Dipping Oil
Herb, Roasted Garlic, and Parm Bread Dipping Oil 1 head garlic 1 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling garlic2 tsp balsamic vinegar Zest of 1 lemon 2 teaspoons lemon juice 4 green olives, minced2 teaspoons parsley, minced 1 red chili, diced (or less if you’re not into spicy) 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 cup grated parm Sea salt and cracked black […]
Cheese Curd Shepherd’s Pie
Cheese Curd Shepherd’s Pie Makes 6 – 8 servings For The Potatoes 2 pounds russet potatoes ½ cup heavy (whipped) cream ½ cup butter, plus more for dolloping 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves Sea salt and cracked black pepper For The Filling 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium white onion, diced 2 large carrots, […]
Wild Blueberry BBQ Wings
Wild Blueberry BBQ Chicken Wings Chicken Wings 3 pounds chickens wings, drums and flats ⅓ cup brown sugar ⅓ cup sea salt 8 cups water 1 lime, halved 1 garlic bulb, halved 4 rosemary sprigs 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons your favorite bbq spice rub mixture Extra cilantro and lime wedges, to serve Wild […]
Marinated Portobello Mushroom Burgers
FoodSaver Marinated Portobello Mushroom Burgers Makes 4 burgers Marinated Mushrooms 4 large portobello mushrooms 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 2 garlic cloves, minced Zest of 1 lemon, grated on a microplane Harissa Mayo ½ […]
Smokey & Saucy Turkey Drumsticks with a Grilled Peach BBQ Sauce
Smokey & Saucy Turkey Drumsticks with a Grilled Peach BBQ Sauce Serves 6 Grilled Turkey Drumsticks 8 cups water ½ cup sea salt ½ cup + ½ tablespoon packed brown sugar, divided 6 turkey drumsticks 3 fresh thyme sprigs 3 fresh rosemary sprigs 1 head garlic, halved 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons your […]
Coffee & Coriander Rubbed Grilled Turkey Breast with Potatoes Wedges and Grilled Jalapeno Salsa
Coffee & Coriander Rubbed Grilled Turkey Breast with Potatoes Wedges and Grilled Jalapeno Salsa Serves 4 – 6 Grilled Turkey 8 cups water ½ cup sea salt (plus more for your rub) ½ cup + ½ tablespoon packed brown sugar, divided 1 X 6 – 8 pound turkey breast 3 fresh thyme sprigs 3 fresh […]
