Pear Intermezzo: Sugar Blown Pear, Bartlett Pear Sorbet, Candied Walnuts, Shiso, and Salted Caramel Gastrique

Pastry Chef Patrick Fahy Blackbird 619 West Randolph Street Chicago, IL 60661 Yield: 12 Servings Bartlett Pear Sorbet: 10 grams ascorbic acid 1 liter Bartlett pear juice Glucose 4 grams sorbet stabilizer 50 grams granulated sugar 5 grams salt Sugar-Blown Read More …

Thai Flavored Chicken Burger

“Chicken burgers” Thai style! These are packed with a myriad of flavors reminiscent of Thailand. The Thai might enjoy something like this in the form of a kebab or skewer on sugar cane, but since hamburgers are about my favorite Read More …

Gluten Free Sugar Free Applesauce Raisin Muffins

Here’s a delicious, light, flavor-filled muffin that’s perfect for people on a sugar restricted diet, too. 1 egg plus 1 egg white 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons apple juice Read More …

Running Creek Barbeque Sauce

1/2 cup vinegar 56 ounces catsup 24 ounces chili sauce 2 stalks celery, finely diced 2 green peppers, diced 2 medium onions, diced 4 teaspoons chili powder 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons liquid smoke 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Read More …

Caribou Bourguignon

1/4 lb. salt diced pork 3 strips diced bacon flour salt and pepper to taste 3 lb. Moose round or rump cut in cubes 1 Moose kidney, thinly sliced 1Tb. brown sugar 1-1/2 tablespoon currant jelly 1 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet Read More …

Savory Chocolate Napoleon

For this recipe, I highly recommend that you use a bittersweet chocolate that has a cocoa content of 72 percent or higher. That usually means the chocolate will contain less sugar and have a stronger cocoa taste. This will give Read More …

White Chocolate and Vanilla Scented Bread Pudding

“Pure ambrosia: chunks of bread pulled together in a creamy batter of eggs, light cream, vanilla and cinnamon, studded with chunks of imported white chocolate. Raspberries or currants are optional, but lovely. This recipe can be made one to two Read More …

Salmon Fillets with Mustard Glaze

These salmon fillets taste great with this perfect glaze made of mustard, vinegar, and brown sugar. Simple enough to serve your family and yet an elegant entree to serve to guests. 1 tbsp. olive oil 4 salmon fillets, 3/4 inch Read More …

Coconut Pecan Frosting Mix Substitute

Do you have a recipe calling for dry coconut pecan frosting mix and found that it is no longer available? Well, no need to fret! Pillsbury has provided this helpful recipe for cooks who still want to use those tasty Read More …

Double Chocolaty Chip Frappuccino

This Double Chocolaty Chip Starbucks copycat recipe is delicious and chock-full of chocolate! As a bonus, it is caffeine free since there is no coffee so it’s great for all ages! Though, if you do want that extra pick-me-up (and 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 …

Peach Crumble Pie

Two wonderful desserts combined into one, even better… Take your simple peach crumble, throw it on top your basic peach pie, and you get this rich and scrumptious dessert. Sweet peaches flavored with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg are covered Read More …