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Crying Tiger Steak

May 25, 2026May 21, 2026 Frank

Serves 2 This Thai-flavored crying tiger steak is simply delicious. If you leave the marinade on the steak, it will char pretty substantially when grilling, but that will add extra flavor. 1 (14 ounce) NY strip steak, trimmed 3 cloves Read More …

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Cherry Torte with Cherry Prosecco Syrup

May 23, 2026May 21, 2026 Frank

Serves 9 This cherry torte with cherry Prosecco syrup is my updated version of the humble cake my mother served for many holidays. Her version, delicious with canned tart cherries, may date back to the Depression. I use frozen dark, Read More …

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Jalapeño Syrup

May 22, 2026 Frank

Makes about 1-1/3 cups 1 cup sugar 1 cup water 1 large jalapeño, sliced 1/3 teaspoon kosher salt In a medium saucepan, bring sugar, 1 cup water, jalapeño, and salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; Read More …

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Fig Syrup

May 22, 2026 Frank

Fig Syrup Makes 1/3 cup 1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup chopped fresh or preserved figs 1/4 cup water In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, figs, and ¼ cup water. Bring to a boil over medium-high Read More …

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Easy Caponata

May 22, 2026May 21, 2026 Frank

Serves 6 Caponata is a Sicilian dish with eggplant, zucchini, tomato, and peppers traditionally cooked in oil and vinegar and flavored with sugar, raisins, capers, olives, and pine nuts. It’s tangy, sweet, crunchy, and salty all at the same time. Read More …

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Famous Spaghetti Sauce

May 21, 2026 Frank

serves 6 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 large onion, diced 1 large green bell pepper, chopped 6 fresh basil leaves, minced 1 bunch green onions, diced 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black Read More …

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Shrimp Fra Diavolo

May 14, 2026May 6, 2026 Frank

serves 4 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion 4 garlic cloves, minced 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, plus more to taste 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 (28-ounce) can peeled plum tomatoes (such as San Read More …

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Shrimp and Okra Kebabs with Grilled Peaches and Jalapeño-Bourbon Vinaigrette

May 13, 2026May 6, 2026 Frank

serves 4 Cutting okra in half lengthwise keeps it big enough to skewer and get charred and crispy on the grill, without falling through the grates. Chef Zemanick recommends salting the okra and cooking at a high heat for the Read More …

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Buttery Shrimp with Peas and Potatoes

May 12, 2026May 6, 2026 Frank

serves 4 5 cups water 2 tablespoons plus 1 tsp. kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste 8 ounces baby gold potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 1 3/4 cups) 8 ounces shelled fresh or frozen English peas (about 1 Read More …

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Dirty Martini Shrimp Cocktail

May 11, 2026May 6, 2026 Frank

serves 4 1 pound extra-large unpeeled raw shrimp (13/15 count) 4 cups water 3 garlic cloves, smashed 1 tablespoon black peppercorns 1 lemon 1/4 cup manzanilla olives plus 1 1/2 cups brine from jar, divided (from 2 [10-ounce] jars) 1 Read More …

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Spicy Peel-and-Eat Skillet Shrimp with Garlic

May 10, 2026May 6, 2026 Frank

serves 4 – 6 Shell-on shrimp are essential for this recipe; the shells help insulate the delicate shrimp from the heat of the grill so they cook evenly without becoming tough. Give each raw shrimp a quick snip with a Read More …

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Flay’s Grilled Shrimp with Habanero-Garlic Vinaigrette

May 9, 2026May 6, 2026 Frank

serves 4 Celebrity chef Bobby Flay’s grilled shrimp get their kick from a simple sauce made with habanero, garlic, lime, honey, and cilantro. Flay prefers grilling his shrimp head-on to preserve their juiciness. 6 garlic cloves 1/2 cup pure olive Read More …

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Stir-Fried Green Beans with Shrimp and Garlic

May 8, 2026May 6, 2026 Frank

This Vietnamese-style stir-fry from siblings and Seattle restaurateurs Eric and Sophie Banh sizzles shrimp and green beans in a wok until just caramelized. serves 4 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 pound small shrimp, shelled and deveined Read More …

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Garlic Shrimp in Tomato Sauce

May 7, 2026May 6, 2026 Frank

Briny olives, capers, rosemary, and a pinch of red pepper flakes give this tomato-rich shrimp dish a flavor profile reminiscent of pasta puttanesca. It’s ready in just 25 minutes. serves 4 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 pounds large peeled and Read More …

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Authentic German Sauerbraten

May 6, 2026May 6, 2026 Frank

serves 6 One of Germany’s national dishes, Sauerbraten is a tender beef roast that has marinated for several days prior to cooking and is served with a deeply flavorful sweet-tangy gravy. 2 large yellow onions , chopped 2 large carrots Read More …

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German Nougat (Nuss-Nougat Rohmasse)

December 25, 2025December 20, 2025 Frank

serves 12 7 oz (200g) whole hazelnuts (use skinless, otherwise remove the skins after roasting them) 7 oz (200g) powdered/confectioner’s sugar 3 tablespoons (41g) unsalted butter , melted 7 oz (200g) bittersweet chocolate wafers or chips (minimum 60% cacao) , Read More …

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Homemade Marzipan (Almond Paste)

December 24, 2025December 20, 2025 Frank

serves 6 1 1/2 cups very finely ground blanched almond flour 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar OR 1 1/2 cups Swerve Confectioner Sweetener (sugar-free alternative) 2 teaspoons quality pure almond extract 1 teaspoon quality food grade rose water 1 egg Read More …

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Brunede Kartofler (Danish Caramelized Potatoes)

December 24, 2025December 20, 2025 Frank

serves 4 2 pounds firm, waxy potatoes , choose small ones that are uniform in size 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons butter Boil the potatoes in salted water with their skins on until done, being careful not to over-cook. Read More …