Echo Lake Elk Steaks with Green Peppercorn Sauce

Simple fare with a touch of elegance. Venison or red stag steaks can be substituted for elk. When serving Venison or Red Stag Steaks, PORT WINE SAUCE is better than the green peppercorn sauce. Yield: 4 Servings 4 Elk steak; Read More …

Refreshing Creamed Zuccini Soup

The true Bulgarian zuccini soup uses rice instead of potatoes, and it isn’t pureed at the end. It also needs a special final touch – adding a beaten egg with a tbsp of lemon juice to ‘bind the soup together’. 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 …

Garlic Prawn (Shrimp) Salad Wonton Cups

Fresh garlic prawns, sliced and pan fried to garlicky perfection, mixed through a coleslaw salad full of lemon juice, a touch of mayo and sesame oil…and served in crispy oven baked wonton cups drizzled with sweet chilli sauce. 12 wonton Read More …

Golden Mango Gazpacho

Cool, sweet mango blended with tart lime and just a touch of “heat”. I’ve described the flavor of this as being like a lover’s kiss. Sweet and soft at first with a bit of strength after a few moments then Read More …

Broiled Steak with Whiskey Sauce

Kick up your traditional broiled steak with this whiskey-drenched version. A mix of whiskey, Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco, this steak-and-sauce combo really puts the finishing touch on your weekend. 4 steaks, sliced (1-inch thick) 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, coarsely crushed 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 …

Watermelon & Feta Salad

The combination of watermelon and feta cheese is a Greek favorite in summer. It’s eaten as a snack or a light meal. This variation includes paper-thin slices of red onion, and a touch of balsamic vinegar to turn this fabulous Read More …

Steak Diane

Steak Diane, a classic in white-tablecloth restaurants is elegant and perfect for that special romantic dinner. Rubbed with a little salt, pepper and dry mustard before broiling, the steak is finished with a rich, lemony sauce sparked with dry sherry, Read More …