Cranberry Crumble Bars

Cranberry Crumble Bars

Cranberry Crumble Bars

Cranberry Crumble Bars

1 ¾ cups fresh whole-berry cranberry sauce or 1 can 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened, plus more for pan 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for pan 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 1/4 cups packed light-brown sugar 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract… Read More »

1 ¾ cups fresh whole-berry cranberry sauce or 1 can 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened, plus more for pan 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for pan 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 1/4 cups packed light-brown sugar 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract… Read More »

Cauliflower Polonaise

Cauliflower Polonaise

Cauliflower Polonaise

Cauliflower Polonaise

This recipe can be prepared with cauliflower, broccoli or a mix of both.  Toss in a little parmesan cheese for some extra flavor. 1 head cauliflower, about 1 1/2 pounds 4 cups water Salt to taste 1 hard-cooked egg, peeled and chopped fine ¼ teaspoon cumin 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons… Read More »

This recipe can be prepared with cauliflower, broccoli or a mix of both.  Toss in a little parmesan cheese for some extra flavor. 1 head cauliflower, about 1 1/2 pounds 4 cups water Salt to taste 1 hard-cooked egg, peeled and chopped fine ¼ teaspoon cumin 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons… Read More »

Winter Squash Risotto

Winter Squash Risotto

Winter Squash Risotto

Winter Squash Risotto

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice 1 small acorn or butternut squash, peeled, seeded and diced 1/4 inch 2 cups Arborio rice 1/2 cup white wine 4 cups chicken stock, hot 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for sprinkling In a 12… Read More »

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice 1 small acorn or butternut squash, peeled, seeded and diced 1/4 inch 2 cups Arborio rice 1/2 cup white wine 4 cups chicken stock, hot 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for sprinkling In a 12… Read More »

Swedish Apple Pie

Swedish Apple Pie

Swedish Apple Pie

Swedish Apple Pie

Many thanks to Michele Zanzonico for sharing this easy delicious recipe 4-5 apples, peeled, cored and sliced 1 Tbsp. sugar mixed with 1 tsp cinnamon 1 c sugar 3/4 c butter melted 1 egg 1 c all-purpose flour A pinch of salt Lightly grease pie plate and arrange apple slices. Sprinkle apples with sugar and… Read More »

Many thanks to Michele Zanzonico for sharing this easy delicious recipe 4-5 apples, peeled, cored and sliced 1 Tbsp. sugar mixed with 1 tsp cinnamon 1 c sugar 3/4 c butter melted 1 egg 1 c all-purpose flour A pinch of salt Lightly grease pie plate and arrange apple slices. Sprinkle apples with sugar and… Read More »

Potato Kugelettes

Potato Kugelettes

Potato Kugelettes

Potato Kugelettes

Many thanks to Jennifer Niederhoffer for sharing this recipe with us. Yield: 30 pieces 2 russet potatoes, grated 1/2 yellow onion, rough chopped 4 eggs, slightly beaten 3/4 teaspoon Celtic sea salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 4 tablespoons ghee, melted almond flour for dusting Preheat oven to 375, generously butter a 24 capacity mini muffin… Read More »

Many thanks to Jennifer Niederhoffer for sharing this recipe with us. Yield: 30 pieces 2 russet potatoes, grated 1/2 yellow onion, rough chopped 4 eggs, slightly beaten 3/4 teaspoon Celtic sea salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 4 tablespoons ghee, melted almond flour for dusting Preheat oven to 375, generously butter a 24 capacity mini muffin… Read More »

Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe Pesto

Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe Pesto

Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe Pesto

Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe Pesto

1 bunch broccoli rabe, tough lower stems removed 1/2 cup pistachios, toasted 3/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for garnish Kosher salt 1/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 1/2 pound orecchiette pasta High-quality extra-virgin olive oil, for finishing (optional) Directions: Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Set up a bowl of… Read More »

1 bunch broccoli rabe, tough lower stems removed 1/2 cup pistachios, toasted 3/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for garnish Kosher salt 1/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 1/2 pound orecchiette pasta High-quality extra-virgin olive oil, for finishing (optional) Directions: Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Set up a bowl of… Read More »

Smashed Red Potatoes with Basil & Parmesan

Smashed Red Potatoes with Basil & Parmesan

Smashed Red Potatoes with Basil & Parmesan

Smashed Red Potatoes with Basil & Parmesan

2 lb. medium or large red potatoes (about 5 medium), scrubbed and cut into large chunks, 1-1/2 to 2 inches Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaves 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano Put the potatoes and 1 tsp. salt… Read More »

2 lb. medium or large red potatoes (about 5 medium), scrubbed and cut into large chunks, 1-1/2 to 2 inches Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaves 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano Put the potatoes and 1 tsp. salt… Read More »

Leek or Spinach Soufflé Pudding

Leek or Spinach Soufflé Pudding

Leek or Spinach Soufflé Pudding

Leek or Spinach Soufflé Pudding

9-10 cups thinly sliced, white and light green parts of leeks or an equivalent amount of wilted spinach (or sautéed zucchini), completely drained in a dish towel and puréed 7 T butter +  3 T 3 T + 1 t all-purpose flour 1 cup whole milk ½ cup grated Parmesan 6 eggs, separated Sweat the… Read More »

9-10 cups thinly sliced, white and light green parts of leeks or an equivalent amount of wilted spinach (or sautéed zucchini), completely drained in a dish towel and puréed 7 T butter +  3 T 3 T + 1 t all-purpose flour 1 cup whole milk ½ cup grated Parmesan 6 eggs, separated Sweat the… Read More »

Spaghetti Squash with Chicken, Mushrooms and Spinach

Spaghetti Squash with Chicken, Mushrooms and Spinach

Spaghetti Squash with Chicken, Mushrooms and Spinach

Spaghetti Squash with Chicken, Mushrooms and Spinach

1 (3.5-pound) spaghetti squash 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 2 slices center-cut bacon, chopped 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1.5 cups chopped onion 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 Poblano pepper 8 ounces sliced Crimini mushrooms 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning… Read More »

1 (3.5-pound) spaghetti squash 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 2 slices center-cut bacon, chopped 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1.5 cups chopped onion 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 Poblano pepper 8 ounces sliced Crimini mushrooms 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning… Read More »

Apple Upside-Down Cake (in a fry pan)

Apple Upside-Down Cake (in a fry pan)

Apple Upside-Down Cake (in a fry pan)

Apple Upside-Down Cake (in a fry pan)

(makes one 8-inch, short cake) 1 large apple, peeled, cored and sliced to thin wedges 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon for the cake batter: 3/4 cup all-purpose or cake flour 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1 egg 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon… Read More »

(makes one 8-inch, short cake) 1 large apple, peeled, cored and sliced to thin wedges 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon for the cake batter: 3/4 cup all-purpose or cake flour 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1 egg 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon… Read More »

Basil Ice Cream

Basil Ice Cream

Basil Ice Cream

Basil Ice Cream

Yields about 1 quart.  Be sure to make this recipe in the summer when the basil is extra fragrant and flavorful. You won’t get the same results using basil grown in a hothouse in the middle of winter. 2 cups heavy cream 3/4 cup milk (1 or 2%) 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt… Read More »

Yields about 1 quart.  Be sure to make this recipe in the summer when the basil is extra fragrant and flavorful. You won’t get the same results using basil grown in a hothouse in the middle of winter. 2 cups heavy cream 3/4 cup milk (1 or 2%) 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt… Read More »

Sage Leaves Fried in Batter

Sage Leaves Fried in Batter

Sage Leaves Fried in Batter

Sage Leaves Fried in Batter

For the batter: Beer, 1/2 cup (chilled- open just before use)                 Sage leaves,  20 (I used more) flour, 1 cup                                           1 Egg white olive oil 1 Tablespoon                          oil for frying salt, pinch Pour the flour into a bowl and add the beer and stir with a whisk.  Add the pinch of salt… Read More »

For the batter: Beer, 1/2 cup (chilled- open just before use)                 Sage leaves,  20 (I used more) flour, 1 cup                                           1 Egg white olive oil 1 Tablespoon                          oil for frying salt, pinch Pour the flour into a bowl and add the beer and stir with a whisk.  Add the pinch of salt… Read More »