Garlic Ice Cream

This recipe, from The Stinking Rose Cookbook by The Stinking Rose restaurant in San Francisco, is a deliciously unusual combination, which will certainly make your dinner guests take notice. Make sure they understand the garlic flavor is intentional. Otherwise, they’ll Read More …

Ensalada de Jicama con Melon (Jicama-Melon Salad)

Although many fresh condiments in Mexican cuisine are called pico de gallo (rooster’s beak), this refreshing salad from the Mexican state of Jalisco is known as Pico de Gallo. Depending on the seasonal availability of fresh fruit, the salad is Read More …

Grilled California Asparagus and Mushroom Salad with Shaved Parmesan

The crisp texture and herbaceous flavor of the asparagus tastily contrasts with the spongy texture and earthy flavor of mushrooms. Kissed with a lively lemon dressing, this dish makes a perfect appetizer, small plate or even a light entree. Go Read More …

Fresh California Asparagus Pizza with Red Bell Pepper, Olive, and Feta

Fresh California asparagus spears bring an extraordinary touch of style to the humble pizza. This tasty, colorful version, which appeals to vegetarians and omnivores alike, will win orders – and win at the bottom-line. Serve the best from the west; Read More …

Grilled California Asparagus with Romesco Sauce

This piquant sauce from Spain plays point and counterpoint with the palate. The contrast of the bright green of the spears with the red of the sauce, makes an eye-catching combo. Makes 12 servings 1 2/3 cups (12 ounces) prepared Read More …

Coffee Terms

Few things are as soothing as sitting down to a hot cup of coffee. Less soothing, though, is trying to decode the swirl of coffee lingo out there, used to describe the seemingly endless variety of coffee drinks that are Read More …

Chocolate

Chocolate is made from the seeds of the tropical cacao tree. The original cacao tree may have originated in Brazil, though some say Venezuela and others say it is native to Central America. The cacao tree is a tropical plant Read More …

Cherry Slurpee

Here’s a clone recipe for that popular convenience store slush that most everyone knows from the excruciating brain freeze that follows a big gulp. You must have a blender to make this clone of 7-11’s Slurpee, and enough room to Read More …

Coffee Terms

Few things are as soothing as sitting down to a hot cup of coffee. Less soothing, though, is trying to decode the swirl of coffee lingo out there, used to describe the seemingly endless variety of coffee drinks that are Read More …

Sazerac

New Orleans is said by some to be the birthplace of the cocktail (tonic drinks were served out of a French egg-cup called a ‘coquetier’ – which when incorrectly pronounced became ‘cocktail’ ) and not surprisingly, some of the best Read More …

Severed Fingers Halloween Cookies

This recipe is from Martha Stewart, so not only do they look cool but they also have fantastic flavor–not too dry or hard. Even though they are soft inside, they aren’t too, too fragile. 2 tablespoons red food coloring 30 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 …

Spanish Bread

In the Philippines, Spanish bread is a staple in every bakery and a favorite mid-day snack paired with hot cocoa or coffee by Filipinos. It is fairly simple to make and the ingredients are probably in your pantry or refrigerator Read More …

3 Tier Strawberries and Cream Pavlova

This desert can be made with any number of levels and toppings, my favorite look and taste is that from the combination of strawberries and cream. This recipe uses fresh strawberries and strawberry sauce. Pavlova 6 egg whites 3 cups 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 …

Chocolate Pecan Torte

A European style torte with a wonderful mix of textures and flavors. The top crust bakes up with a hint of crackly crunch, giving way to a moist, light interior studded with tiny bits of toasted pecans and intense chocolate 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 …

Bacon-Stuffed Cheeseburger

Transform your burgers from “everyday” to “gourmet” with our twist on the classic bacon cheeseburger. This burger gets its flavor boost from Jones Dry Aged Smoked Bacon. 1 pound Ground Beef 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon Onion, grated Salt Read More …

Mixed Berry Scones

This Scottish Quick Bread is said to have taken its name from the Stone of Destiny (or Scone), the place where Scottish kings were once crowned. The original triangular-shaped scone was made with oats and griddle-baked. Today’s versions are more 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 …

The Ultimate Steak and Burger Marinade

Yes, you CAN marinate burgers! What you’ll get is a highly flavorful hunk o’ meat! I’ve used this marinade for years; it’s my most-often requested recipe from the folks I know. The result is sure to please! 1/2 cup Worcestershire Read More …

Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

Decadent is the only way to describe this Cheesecake! This is delicious. For garnish I simmered 1 cup raspberries with 2-3 tbsp raspberry preserves. Let cool and strain juice from seeds & pulp. Juice thickens nicely to drizzle 1 Chocolate 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 …

Cold Almond and Garlic Soup with Figs and Marcona Almonds

Figs and almonds are two very Mediterranean ingredients. Together they make this simple but interesting cold soup – a glimpse of what people ate in the south of Spain before the introduction of new ingredients from the Americas. Here we Read More …

Babka for ABM

Be sure to give yourself a good head start time-wise by starting preparation several hours ahead or even the day before. This traditional bread-like cake originally hails from Poland. Dough: 1 1/4 cups (3/4 pound) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup Read More …

Greek Nachos

Go from “Ole!” to “Opa!” with these addictive nachos inspired by the flavours of Greece. Pita chips replace the standard tortilla chips, and they’re piled with plenty of Tzatziki sauce, Greek salad ingredients, and juicy morsels of chicken. You may Read More …

Homemade Pesto in 5 minutes with 5 ingredients (not counting salt & pepper)

Pesto is a sauce originating in Genoa in the Liguria region of northern Italy (pesto genovese), and traditionally consists of crushed garlic, basil, and European pine nuts blended with olive oil, Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan cheese), and Fiore Sardo (cheese made Read More …

Homemade Italian Sausage

Homemade Italian Sausage without all the commercial fillers and gluten free. I admit, that this is a long process, but the end product is worth it. The reason so many commercial sausages have gluten in them is because they tend 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 …

Torta Sabbiosa

Sabbiosa means “sandy” and that’s a good description of this delightful cake. At first bite, it seems dry but then it melts in your mouth and you will love its golden hue as well. The cake can be enjoyed plain 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 …

Kutya

Kutya is a traditional Christmas dish in Russia. It is a porridge made from wheat or rice served with honey, poppy seeds, fruit (especially berries and dried fruit like raisins), chopped walnuts or sometimes even fruit jellies. Kutya is sometimes Read More …