Keftedakia

Keftedes, or keftedakia, are Greek meatballs. Small keftedakia are used as appetizers for parties and festivities of every sort. Large keftedes, with pilaf, vegetable, and salad, make a tasty family dinner. 1 pound ground round 1/2 cup grated onion 1 Read More …

Hardtack

Hardtack was a simple flour biscuit issued to Union soldiers throughout the war. Hardtack crackers made up a large portion of a soldier’s daily ration. It was square or sometimes rectangular in shape with small holes baked into it, and Read More …

Dijon Vinaigrette

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 175 ml olive oil In a small bowl, whisk all the dressing ingredients except the oil until the salt dissolves, then gradually whisk in the Read More …

Nepali Goat Curry

In this recipe, the meat is marinated in a small amount of yogurt, ginger, garlic, red chili paste, turmeric, salt and clarified butter for up to four hours. It is then cooked with several other herbs and spices. Nepali garam Read More …

Bear Roast

3-4 lb bear roast or rump, thin fat to 1/2 inch 1-1/2 cloves garlic salt and pepper 2 small onions chopped 1/2 rib celery with leaves, 1/2 teaspoon sage 3 tablespoon flour 1/4 teaspoon thyme 1/4 teaspoon savory 2 cups Read More …

Roast Leg of Lamb with Cranberry Vanilla Wine Sauce

Roast baby potatoes, small onions, squash, Brussels sprouts or baby artichokes for the last 45 minutes of cooking the lamb for a delicious and very easy side dish. 1 leg of lamb, rolled if desired salt and pepper 1 teaspoon Read More …

Whipped Potatoes with Basil Oil

While associated with New York’s celebrated Park Avenue Cafe, Chef David Burke developed Whipped Potatoes with Basil Oil – one of the most popular items on the menu. It is served as a side dish or under a poached or 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 …

Beef and Asparagus Saddlebags

Rustle up this easy appetizer for a small group or a crowd. Thin slices of roast beef wrap around asparagus spears and a savory cream cheese filling, tied with a chive string. Serves 6-8 8 ounces package cream cheese, softened Read More …

Ricotta Fritters – Italian Doughnuts

Very very good. Easy to make. Add a tablespoon or more of lemon zest. Remember to put small spoonfuls into hot oil or they won’t cook through. You could also add almond flavor along with the vanilla. This is one Read More …

Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake

A very impressive triple-decker chocolate masterpiece! This is absolutely delicious! Very rich so I’d say it serves 16 as small portions is all it needs. Personally I like to top it with fresh summer berries which go beautifully with the 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 …

Homemade Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Normally, the thought of dried food does not bring to mind a gourmet meal. However, a relatively small amount of sun-dried tomatoes gives a gourmet touch and a burst of flavor to a variety of recipes. Easy to make, store, Read More …

Gorgonzola Sauce

Excellent thick sauce for fillet, chicken or seafood (shrimp or scallops). Serve on-the-side or on-top of food. Use large portions for sauce lovers and small portions for others who simply just want the flavor. Has a very strong and delicious Read More …

Pirozhkii

A small Russian turnover consisting of a pastry wrapping and various fillings such as meat, seafood, cheese and mushrooms. Pirozhkii, which can be baked or fried, are served as hor d’oeuvres or as accompaniments to soups or salads. Pirogi are Read More …