Mysteries of Cooking With Wine
This month, we’re looking at two tips to cut out and paste inside your copy of Joy of Cooking.
Orange Pecan Biscotti with Cardamom Scented Sugar
Looking for a new holiday treat that’ll impress the masses? Try biscotti! 1 1/3 cups all–purpose flour ¾ cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon grated orange zest ½ cup pecans 1 large egg at room temperature 2 ½ tablespoons melted butter 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice 1 teaspoon vanilla […]
Grandma’s Sugar Cookies
Here’s a perfect holiday baking recipe from Chef Dana Herbert, winner of TLC’s “Next Great Baker.” The show is judged by “Cake Boss” Buddy Valastro. Yields 6 dozen 2 cups butter 4 cups sugar 4 tablespoons heavy cream 4 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 teaspoon baking powder 8 cups flour 4 eggs Directions 1. […]
Hungry Monkey’s Thanksgiving Pumpkin Cranberry Cupcakes
… with Maple Cream Cheese Buttercream! These can be served as a sweet surprise for Thanksgiving Day breakfast (just leave off the frosting) or a new tradition for after dinner. Makes 24-30 regular sized cupcakes/muffins 3/4 cup orange flavored dried cranberries, found at Trader Joe’s (can also use regular dried cranberries). 1/2 cup Cointreau (orange flavored […]
Stephanie Izard's Green Bean Casserole
Make fun of me all you want, but I just had to put this recipe in the book.
Mac and Cheese
This is the real deal. Homemade and delicious (although sadly, not low calories). Perfect for the chilly nights ahead. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook: 30 minutes Makes: 6 servings 1 pound dried fusilli 6 cups low-fat milk 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon dry mustard 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino […]
Green Goblin Toes
After making these treats you may never want a pedicure again. You need: Nutter Butter cookies Green candy melts (available at craft stores) Red candy melts (available at craft stores) Golden Grahams cereal Cocoa Puffs cereal Wax paper Clean paintbrushes Directions: 1. Heat green candy melts in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, or until […]
Beef with Asian Greens Stir-Fry
This meal stretches 1 1/2 pounds of beef to feed 5 people (or 2 teenage boys). If you’re feeding fewer, you can halve the recipe. Serves 4-5 1 1/2 pounds round steak, cut across the grain in thin strips (this is easier to do if the steak is slightly frozen) 3 cloves garlic, minced (divided) 1 1/2 teaspoons […]
Pork and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Scallion Basmati Rice
From “Off the Menu: Staff Meals from America’s Top Restaurants” by Marissa Gugggiana. This dish is from Siren Hall in Elk Rapids, Mich. This recipe utilizes the trim from a pork-tenderloin dish on Siren Hall’s menu and could also be made from other trim you have on hand–any strips of meat that are suitable for […]
Salmon with Vanilla Balsamic Marinade
Serves 8 Vanilla Balsamic Marinade 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 shallot, diced 1-1/2 teaspoons dried organic parsley 1-1/2 teaspoons dried organic basil 1/2 teaspoon dark brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Bean Paste Salmon 8 (4 to 6 ounce) 1-inch thick Salmon […]
