INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 lb. skinless-boneless chicken breasts, cut into small chunks 1 onion, sliced 1 cup mushrooms, sliced 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped 1/3 cup pomegranate syrup or pomegranate molasses (available at international stores or online) 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon chutney (optional) METHOD: Heat oil in a large frying...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 4 pounds onions, halved lengthwise and sliced thinly 1/4 cup olive oil 2 cups fresh apple cider 3 cups rich beef stock 1 cup water 3 tablespoons brandy 6 slices francese or ciabatta bread, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices, toasted lightly 3 ounces quality blue cheese, crumbled (about 3/4 cup) METHOD: In a heavy stockpot,...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 4 pork loin chops cut thick, about 4-6 ounces each 1/2 pound of apples, such as Granny Smith, Cameo, or Golden Delicious (1 Large or 2 medium), cut into ¼-inch thick slices 1 medium shallot, minced 1 ounce high-quality apple brandy such as Osocalis*, or French Calvados (Cognac or brandy may be used as...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 medium brown onion, cut into medium dice 1 large carrot, peeled and cut into 3/8-inch thick rounds 1/2 head green cabbage, sliced or cut into 2-inch squares 1 cup white wine (such as Gewurztraminer or Riesling) Water or light stock as needed 8 ounces of prepared chestnuts 1-2 apples such as Cameo, Granny...Read More