These irresistible Brussels sprouts are tossed with apple juice, honey, with a splash of apple cider vinegar and roasted for a flavor-packed side or appetizer. They’re best served warm and crispy straight from the oven. INGREDIENTS: Apple Gastrique 1/2 cup apple juice 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar salt Brussels...Read More
INGREDIENTS: Pomegranate-Raspberry Reduction: Juice from 3 or 4 large pomegranates* OR 1 1/2 cups pomegranate juice 1 cup arils from 1 or 2 large pomegranates 3 cups fresh raspberries 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar Pan-Toasted Brie: 1/4 cup arils from 1 large pomegranate 1 lb. brie cheese, sliced into 1-1/2″ squares...Read More
This is one of the easiest appetizers and the perfect starter for a fall dinner party. Who can resist the delectable combination of the savory-salty blue cheese with the sublime sweetness of the ripe pears and honey? INGREDIENTS: 3 large Bosc pears, cut in half lengthwise, remove seeds and core with melon baller 1 tablespoon...Read More
Quince paste (or Dulce de Membrillo) is a popular addition to a holiday platter of cheese and meats. It also can be used as a filling for small pastries, like hand pies, using a slice of quince paste and a dab of cream cheese, enclosed in puff pastry or pie pastry, and baked. INGREDIENTS: 3...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 2 medium-sized bitter melon 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chickpea flour 1 tablespoon rice flour 1 teaspoon red chili powder 1 teaspoon chaat masala Peanut or canola cooking oil to deep fry the chips Salt to taste METHOD: Wash the bitter melon and pat dry. Cut off the top and tail and then cut...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
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 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
Because these caramelized onions are so deeply flavored, any style of extra-virgin olive oil is suitable for this recipe. Be patient while cooking the onions. Long, slow cooking renders them sweet with a lasting flavor. You can prepare them ahead if you wish. And use the best imported balsamic vinegar! The intensity of balsamic vinegar...Read More
