1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup milk chocolate chips 1/3 cup unsalted pistachio meats, chopped 1/3 cup pomegranate-infused Craisins®, chopped Use the best quality chocolate chips available and combine in a 4-cup glass bowl. Microwave on half power one minute; stir. Microwave another minute on half power; stir to smooth. (May need another half […]
Serves 4 4 Bruce Aidells Chicken-Mango sausages 1/2 pineapple, cored and cut into chunks (may use canned if fresh is not available) 2 tablespoons pineapple juice 1/3 cup apricot jam 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder Skewers for grilling If using wooden skewers, soak in water 30 minutes to minimize charred ends. Slice sausage into 1″ […]
Serves 4 1/4 c. canola oil 2 T. white wine vinegar 2 T. honey 1/4 t. onion powder 1/4 t. garlic salt 1/2 t. poppy seeds 3 large peaches 2 c. diced cooked chicken 1/2 c. diced red onion 6 c. salad greens 1/2 c. chopped walnuts In a large bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, […]
Serves 4 4 salmon filets 2 tablespoons chopped green onions 2 tablespoons dry sherry 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon peeled, grated ginger root 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind Place salmon in an 8-inch square baking dish. Combine all other ingredients, stirring well. Pour marinade […]
Serves 4 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 1/4 cup honey 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce 6 cups assorted greens 2 cups diced, cooked chicken 2/3 cup blue cheese, crumbled 2/3 cup pecans, coarsely chopped 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, diced Combine greens and endive in large bowl. Toss with […]
Serves 8 2 tablespoons Cabernet Sauvignon 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon minced shallots 1 garlic clove, minced 1 cup olive oil salt and pepper to […]
1 Tbsp. butter 3 Tbsp. minced shallots 1 c. red wine 1 tsp. flour ½ c. beef stock, warmed 2 Tbsp. minced parsley 1 Tbsp. butter ½ tsp. lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste This sauce graces a well-browned cut of beef, such as rib-eye steaks. Brown the meat to desired doneness in a […]
1 sheet prepared puff pastry, thawed (Pepperidge Farms works well) 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 lb. onions, finely chopped 1 tsp. honey ¼ c. finely chopped pecans 3 tsp. dried thyme leaves Flour for dusting Set out frozen pastry to thaw. In a large, heavy saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onions, stir […]
8 oz. wheel Camembert 1 c. sliced strawberries 2 Tbsp. sugar 1 1/2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar 2 Tbsp. chopped pistachios Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl, stir together strawberries, sugar, and balsamic vinegar; set aside. Place Camembert in a baking dish with sides and some extra space; bake 30 minutes. Remove from oven; […]
1 rack baby back ribs, trimmed 5 Tbsp. (packed) brown sugar 1 1⁄2 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. garlic powder 1⁄2 tsp. onion powder 1⁄2 tsp. crushed red pepper 1⁄2 tsp. kosher salt dash cayenne pepper fresh ground black pepper red wine vinegar your favorite BBQ sauce Combine all dry ingredients; reserve 1-2 Tbsp. for […]