Pollo en Mole Poblano (Chicken in Mole, Puebla Style)

If there is one dish that could be considered Mexican haute cuisine, then Mole Poblano is surely it. Legend has it that the voluptuous sauce – a blend of chiles, spices, and chocolate – was created by the European Catholic Read More …

Veal Saute Szechuan

Here’s a Chinese restaurant-style dish that’ll have your taste buds zinging with flavor. Quick cooking on high heat helps keep the tender veal moist. 1 pound veal, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 teaspoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons chili sauce Read More …

Veal Marsala

This tender cutlets are caramelized in Marsala’s smoky flavor. This rich dish would be well complemented by serving it simply alongside buttered pasta and steamed vegetables. 2 (8-ounce) veal cutlets, halved 1-1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2-1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 Read More …

Beefy Salsa Mac

Creamy macaroni and cheese team with ground beef and zesty salsa to fix a tasty and quick skillet casserole. Mayonnaise is the ‘secret ingredient’ which enriches the dish; great for quick lunches and suppers. 1 pound lean ground beef 1 Read More …

Roasted Fresh California Asparagus with Pecorino Romano Cheese

Low on labor and high on flavor, this simple but savory preparation works equally well as an appetizer or a side dish. When you serve California asparagus, your customers know you care about quality, which will translate into better profit Read More …

Calabacitas Rellenas (Stuffed Zucchini Squash)

This hearty vegetarian dish. Serve it as an entree with a salad, Arroz Blanco, and Frijoles Refritos, or as a side dish for poultry or grilled meats. 6 large zucchini squash 2 cups fresh corn kernels cut from the cob Read More …

Apple Terrine of Foie Gras with Apple Brioche Charlotte, Fresh Blackberry Sauce, and Upland Cress

Although Michael Mina is known for his inventive fish and seafood preparations, his San Francisco restaurant actually serves more foie gras than almost any other establishment in the country. Michael’s background as a pastry chef influenced the creation of this Read More …

Aceitunas a la Sevillana

These tasty olives, served as part of Spain’s famous tapas appetizer platters, make a great dish to pass around at a party, or as an antipasto. One 7-ounce jar green Spanish olives (preferably large), lightly crushed 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Read More …

Microwave Ratatouille

Ratatouille is a traditional French Provençal stewed vegetable dish, originating in Nice. Though referred to commonly as ratatouille niçoise, ratatouille is popular among the entire Mediterranean coast as an easy summer dish. 1 large onion, thinly sliced 2 zucchini, sliced Read More …

House of Blues Sweet Potato Hash

Sweet & savory with a hint of spicy, this dish takes sweet potatoes and sautees them with fresh veggies, including bell peppers–making this the last word in hash. Tastes incredible! 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes; peeled and 1/2-inch diced 2 Read More …

Butternut Dauphinoise

Let’s talk about everything that is warm, cozy and comfy like this creamy butternut dauphinoise aka butternut squash au gratin. This time of the year a bit of warming up is in order and that’s how this dish came to Read More …

Cajun Kimchi

Kimchi is the national dish of South Korea. Spicy, sour, and fizzy, it’s typically made from fermented Napa cabbage covered in a spicy red pepper sauce. While it’s definitely an acquired taste for the uninitiated, Koreans eat this food at Read More …

Southern Eggs Benedict

This is a southern take on the classic poached egg breakfast. The biggest change is going from a Hollandaise to a Remoulade which wakes the dish up and adds the surprise of shrimp. This dish requires some prep work the Read More …

Lager Chocolate Cream Puffs

“The inspiration for this cream puff dish came simply from combining my favorite dessert with my favorite beer. Lagers work well with many desserts, especially chocolates. Here, the subtle bitterness from the hops plays well with the sweetness in the Read More …

Lobster Bolognese

One of Los Angeles’s most respected chefs, Josiah Citrin cooked with two of the city’s legendary chefs, Wolfgang Puck and Joachim Splichal, before opening Melisse in 1999. Two years earlier, Restaurant Hospitality named him a Rising Star. At Melisse he Read More …

Crockpot Italian Pot Roast with Artichokes and Potatoes

This is an easy, but delicious Italian style pot roast dish that you can put in the crockpot in the morning and have it slow cook for you as you go out for the day. Come home, throw your artichokes Read More …

Fruit-Stuffed French Toast

Fruit pie filling helps transform a classic breakfast/brunch dish into something special when it’s used to fill the center of this baked version, as well as in tandem with maple syrup for a final kick over the top. 24 servings Read More …

Molasses Barbecue Beans

A family favorite that is really good and very easy to make. This barbecued bean recipe makes a terrific side dish for any picnic or barbecue and draws raves from everyone. It’s a great summer-time dish that is prepared on Read More …

Deep Dish Apple Pie with Brandy Pecan Crumb Topping

This is one of the best apple pies ever, with a candied pecan crumb topping. It is a deep dish pie that can be made in a cast iron skillet for that rustic look, and it helps make a great Read More …

Fresh Caprese Vegetable Kabobs

This is a beautiful appetizer dish or side dish. It’s great for potlucks and it always gets lots of compliments. The key is to use the freshest of ingredients. I buy the fresh basil and tomatoes from my farmer’s market Read More …

Balsamic Chicken On Minted Spinach, Fennel and Grape Slaw

This balsamic chicken is a delicious, bright and sweet combination of mint, grapes, balsamic vinegar and chicken. Savory and sweet. Really enjoyable chicken dish. One warning, however — it’s quite challenging to clean up in a non-stick pan if you Read More …

Butter Chicken Mac & Cheese

Fragrant Indian butter chicken and classic mac & cheese combine to create the ultimate comfort food. This recipe uses evaporated milk to reduce the fat while maintaining creaminess. Rotisserie chicken helps speed up the cooking process, so you can have Read More …

Sun-Dried Tomato and Artichoke Dip

It does not get any simpler than this. Add ingredients and mix in a food processor. If you do not own a food processor, you could chop up the sun-dried tomatoes into very small pieces with a knife and add Read More …

Salmon Coulibiac (кулебяка с лососем)

Salmon might not seem like the most budget-friendly food at the moment, but keep in mind that this pie contains only one fish fillet and feeds six people as a main dish. Don’t feel limited to the more expensive лосось Read More …

Kholodets

It’s hard to imagine New Year’s dinner in Russia without it. It’s not too hard to make kholodets, but it does take a while, preparation can take up to three days. In our times, you can enjoy this kind of Read More …

Basic Congee

Congee, served with crullers for dipping, is a classic Chinese breakfast dish. This is basic recipe for congee that you can add to as desired. There are no rules about what to add: meat, fish, vegetables, and healthy herbs, shredded Read More …