Compound butters have long been a chef’s secret for turning simple dishes into extraordinary ones—and this blue cheese version is no exception. The bold, tangy richness of blue cheese melts seamlessly into creamy butter, while fresh herbs and garlic add balance and depth. Perfect for melting over a grilled steak, spreading on warm bread, or...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

Smoky, spicy, and irresistibly aromatic, this Caribbean Jerk Chicken brings the warmth and rhythm of island cooking straight to your grill. Marinated overnight in a bold mix of Scotch bonnet peppers, allspice, muscovado sugar, lime, and dark rum, the chicken turns deeply flavorful—sweet, fiery, and fragrant all at once. The muscovado sugar adds a subtle...Read More

Although you can do this without marinating the pork, it really is better if you do. Other cuts of pork will work, just be sure they are around one-half to three-eighths of an inch thick at most. INGREDIENTS: 1 to 1 1/4 lb. pork leg steak 1/2 + 1/4 cup clear apple cider or apple...Read More

This recipe calls for Portobello mushrooms, but cremini or button mushrooms will work just as well. If you have chanterelle, morel, or porcini mushrooms, by all means, use those. Cooking times may vary depending on the mushrooms you use. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/4 pound pork steaks such as sirloin or leg, 1/2 inch thin or less...Read More

This is a great cold-weather dish. This recipe makes a fair amount, but leftovers are delicious for lunch the next day, or even breakfast with a fried egg on top. INGREDIENTS: 1 ham hock or smoked pork shank, cut into 2-inch pieces (ask the butcher to do this) 1 onion, peeled and diced fine, about...Read More

This is a cross between a roast and a braise. I like this method for pastured pork as it yields a nice moist dish. The recipe seems lengthy, but once you have done this dish it will be a snap. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 – 1 3/4  pounds pork loin, trimmed of any sinew 1 brown...Read More

“This impressive dish is a lot easier than it looks.” — Kerry Loutas INGREDIENTS: 4 filet mignon steaks, 5 oz. each, well chilled 8 oz. mixed wild mushrooms, roughly chopped 1 small shallot, minced 1 thick slice of pancetta, chopped (or 2 slices of smoked bacon, blanched and chopped) 3/4 oz. Malmsey Madeira or sweet...Read More

INGREDIENTS: Marinade 1 large yellow onion 4 cloves garlic 2 cups pomegranate juice 1/2 cup red wine 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1/2 bunch fresh basil, chopped Lamb 2 racks of lamb, french-cut by the butcher (about 8 to 9 ribs each) METHOD: For the Marinade: Puree the onion, garlic, and...Read More