INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon butter 1 medium onion, diced 12 extra-large eggs 1 cup heavy cream 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed or fresh goat cheese, crumbled 1/2 lb. smoked salmon, chopped 6 scallions, chopped, white and tops 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon zes...Read More

INGREDIENTS: For the cake: 2 cups sweetened flaked coconut (about 6 ounces) 7-ounce jar macadamia nuts (about 1 1/2 cups) l cup unsalted butter, softened 1 1/2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 4 large eggs 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour 2 1/2 teaspoons baking...Read More

This is a delectable brunch dish or main course for a light dinner. INGREDIENTS: 3 extra large eggs, beaten 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 cup half and half 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon white pepper 1 cup fresh lump crab meat 1 1/2 cups Swiss cheese, grated 1/2 cup green onions, chopped...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup Canadian bacon, diced* 1/4 cup minced shallots 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons brandy 1 1/2 cups Jarlsberg Swiss cheese, grated 1 cup heavy cream 4 eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon sour cream 1/4 teaspoon white pepper Dash nutmeg Additional 2 tablespoons butter Fresh parsley, if desired 1 recipe Pate Brisee (below)...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup butter 4 ounces cream cheese 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 pound fresh spinach, washed and trimmed or 1 package(10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese (4 ounces) 1 cup grated Swiss cheese (4 ounces) 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup milk 10 slices...Read More

Green garlic adds a delicate garlic flavor and vibrant spring green color to this dressing. Use this vinaigrette to dress microgreens or spring lettuce greens, or drizzle it over grilled chicken or fish. INGREDIENTS: 2 green garlic stalks, cleaned, trimmed, and minced 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon...Read More

Green garlic packs wallop of garlicky goodness into this easy appetizer. This hummus is best served and eaten right away, since the flavor will intensify. Serve with crackers, pita bread, or fresh veggies. INGREDIENTS: 1 bunch green garlic (6 to 8 stalks), cleaned, trimmed and chopped 2 tablespoons Meyer lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon sea salt...Read More

What is green garlic? Green garlic shoots are the immature garlic “thinnings” from garlic plantings that farmers begin to remove in March and are plentiful at the farmers’ market through most of the spring. Green garlic resembles an overgrown scallion or green onion. Stir Green Garlic Pesto into hot pasta (linguine works great for this...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup buttermilk, well shaken 1 cup fresh orange juice 1/2 very ripe banana 1 tablespoon honey or sugar (more or less, depending on your personal taste) 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract A handful of ice cubes METHOD: Place all ingredients in a blender. Process until smooth and frothy. VARIATIONS: Add other fresh or...Read More

When you need to cook for a crowd, marinated lamb roast makes an easy, yet exceptional, main course. Serve with Roasted Garlic Bordelaise and red potatoes. INGREDIENTS: 12 lbs. boneless butterflied leg of lamb 1 cup white wine vinegar 2 cups olive oil 2 cups red wine 5 tablespoons fresh rosemary 3 tablespoons fresh oregano...Read More