Blue Cheese with its distinctive rich taste and buttery texture, pairs beautifully with creamy butter and herbs. It can take a simple grilled steak and elevate it to a fine dining experience. This compound butter is also great tossed with cooked vegetables. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup butter, softened (use a good quality, flavorful butter) 1/2 cup...Read More

On St. Patrick’s Day, there’s no dish quite as iconic as a hearty serving of corned beef. This traditional Irish-American dish, gently braised with spices and vegetables, symbolizes the festive Irish spirit of the occasion. Served alongside steaming cabbage, carrots, and creamy new potatoes or boxty, each bite of succulent corned beef evokes the rich...Read More

Turkey is one of the easiest birds to cook, but many feel daunted by the ‘star of the show’ importance placed on the main course during the holidays! Here’s our tried and true method for cooking a turkey that results in a beautiful presentation, and is also super flavorful and moist, too. The drippings will...Read More

This North African-inspired stew is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that combines the unique flavor of quince with succulent lamb for an aromatic dish that’s both comforting and exotic. INGREDIENTS: For the Lamb: 2 lbs. lamb shoulder or leg, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, finely chopped...Read More

This is an easy and quick Chinese eggplant dish with a garlic sauce that’s savory and tangy. For a vegetarian dish, simply leave out the pork. Serve with braised bok choy and your favorite cooked rice. INGREDIENTS: 1 large eggplant, thin-skinned variety 2 teaspoons salt 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/4 pound coarsely chopped boneless pork...Read More

This chicken salad features an exotic curry flavor and an interesting texture from water chestnuts. It’s a wonderful main course for a spring luncheon or even a small bridal or tea party. Serve the salad in a ‘leaf bowl’ of butter lettuce or a couple of frilly red leaf lettuce leaves. Garnish with peeled slices...Read More

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 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

Pair turkey cutlets with roasted fennel and a rich pomegranate pan sauce for a simple yet elegant dish. Garnish with jewel-like fresh pomegranate seeds if available — they are in season from September through January.  For a complete meal, nutty-tasting bulgur is delicious with this dish. INGREDIENTS: 4 medium fennel bulbs, cored and thickly sliced...Read More

This dish originates in Okinawa, where bitter melon is commonly used. This is a variation of what is viewed in Japan as a signature recipe of Okinawa. INGREDIENTS: 1 bitter melon, split lengthwise, seeds and spongy pulp removed 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon grapeseed or other neutral-flavored oil 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, divided 3...Read More