INGREDIENTS: 6 fillets wild caught salmon (about 2 pounds), pin bones removed (use skin-on fillets for grilling) 1/2 cup honey 3/4 cup sweet white wine, such as Riesling or Chenin Blanc 1 tablespoon citrus zest, grated (pink grapefruit, lemon, lime, orange or a combination) 1/2 cup fresh citrus juice (pink grapefruit...Read More
This appetizer is full of late-summer flavors and is wonderful served with a glass of wine on a warm evening. Feel free to use several varieties and colors of cherry tomatoes. INGREDIENTS: 1 (8-ounce) block feta cheese 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 11 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved Scant 1/4...Read More
This late summer dish features chicken that is pan-seared in a skillet and then braised in the oven with a fresh fig sauce. Easy and delicious! INGREDIENTS: 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 2 shallots, peeled and finely sliced 4 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 12 fresh, ripe medium figs 1/4 cup honey 4 cups port wine pinch of salt 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 2 lemons, zested 2 oranges, zested 2 whole cloves 2 cinnamon sticks 3 star anise 8 peppercorns Honeyed Cream ½ cup heavy cream ½ cup sour cream 1 tablespoon honey Mint leaves, for garnish METHOD:...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon caraway seed 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 English cucumber, sliced 3/4 pound sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved METHOD: Whisk together the yogurt, vinegar, caraway seed, salt, and pepper. Gently fold in the cucumber and...Read More
This delicious Southern-style pudding is often served as a side dish for Sunday supper and is always served at Thanksgiving! INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup sugar 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 6 large eggs 2 cups whipping cream 1/2 cup butter, melted 6 cups fresh corn kernels (about 12 ears),...Read More
This summer salsa can be used as an appetizer and served with corn chips. However, it’s also excellent spooned over grilled fish. INGREDIENTS: 1 large bunch cilantro (about 4 oz.), stems and leaves 3 medium green onions 3 medium cloves garlic 2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon Sriracha hot sauce 1/4 cup rice vinegar 2...Read More
This savory tart features summer tomatoes at their best and is delicious and served warm or at room temperature. The recipe below makes two large tarts or one half sheet pan. Any leftovers warm beautifully for lunch the next day. Serve with a side salad and a glass of chilled white wine. INGREDIENTS: For Pastry:...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh ginger root, minced 3/4 cup vegetable oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1/3 cup rice vinegar 1/2 cup soy sauce 3 tablespoons honey 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted (optional) METHOD: Place all ingredients in a salad dressing shaker (or glass jar with a lid). Cover...Read More
