INGREDIENTS: 2 acorn squash, halved and seeded 1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg METHOD: Preheat oven to 375°F. Fill a baking dish with 1/2 inch water. Place squash halves cut side down in the dish, and bake for 40 minutes....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
This tropical salsa is great with brie quesadillas, fried fish tacos, or serve with grilled swordfish or halibut. INGREDIENTS: 3 kiwi fruit, small dice 3 mangoes, peeled, cored, small dice 2 red bell peppers, small diced 2 bunches cilantro, chopped 2 serrano chilies, minced 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup lime juice 1 tablespoon sugar...Read More
INGREDIENTS: Cooking spray 1 cup slivered almonds, roasted 2 1/4 cups sugar 3-4 drops lemon juice 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, cut into pieces 2 cups light cream 1 cup light corn syrup 2 vanilla beans 1 teaspoon Fleur de Sel salt METHOD: Line a 9- by 9- by 2-inch baking pan with foil, extending...Read More
Save money and make your own flavored almonds! Serve these spicy almonds warm with your favorite icy-cold beer! INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon ground chipotle chili pepper 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1 1/2 cups whole natural almonds 1 tablespoon almond oil METHOD: Stir together chipotle chili pepper, sugar, and salt in a small bowl,...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon butter 3/4 cup honey 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups whole natural almonds 1 tablespoon fresh grated orange zest METHOD: Line a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper; lightly grease the paper and set aside. Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the honey and salt. Bring...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 cup onion, minced 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon savory 1/2 teaspoon fine herbs 1 cup raw almonds, finely ground 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons bread crumbs, toasted in the oven 2 tablespoons parsley, freshly minced 1 teaspoon tamari 1 small garlic clove, minced Salt and pepper 2 – 4...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 8 thick slices of egg bread or whole-grain bread 2 tablespoons butter, softened 8 slices turkey 1 tablespoon walnuts, chopped 4 slices Havarti cheese 1/4 cup cranberry chutney METHOD: Butter one side of each bread slice. Turn 4 pieces butter-side-down on a work surface. Arrange 2 slices of turkey on each piece of bread....Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 kabocha squash, well-scrubbed, cut into 1-inch thick wedges (no need to remove skin) Sea salt and pepper, to taste 2-3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil METHOD: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place kabocha slices in a large, zip-top plastic bag. Drizzle in the olive oil and salt and pepper generously. Seal the bag and...Read More
