Orange Glazed Chicken Breasts

March 2, 2016 0 Comments

Orange Glazed Chicken Breasts Serves 4 1-tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 1 teaspoon green garlic, minced Grated zest of 1 orange 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons brown sugar 4 boneless chicken breasts 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/2 cup fresh orange juice 2 Navel oranges, peel and pith removed, and segmented 2 tablespoons fresh …

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Salmon Wellington Stuffed with Crab and Asparagus

February 24, 2016 0 Comments

Salmon Wellington Stuffed with Crab and Asparagus Serves 8 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 ½ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning Eight 4 to 5-ounce salmon filets, skin removed 16 asparagus spears, trimmed to fit the length of the salmon filets, and the ends peeled ½ teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black …

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Chicken Cacciatore

February 24, 2016 0 Comments

Chicken Cacciatore Serves 6 3 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken parts 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil One 1/2-inch thick slice pancetta, cut into fine dice, or 4 strips bacon cut into fine dice 4 garlic cloves, sliced 2 tablespoons finely chopped rosemary 1/3 cup red wine …

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Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Orange Rosemary Glaze

February 24, 2016 0 Comments

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Orange Rosemary Glaze Serves 4 For the Glaze 1 cup orange or tangerine juice 1 teaspoon grated orange or tangerine zest 1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary 2 tablespoons brown sugar In a small saucepan, combine the ingredients, and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes, until the glaze begins to …

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Pomegranate Shrimp with Curry Leaves

February 17, 2016 0 Comments

Pomegranate Shrimp with Curry Leaves Serves 4 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and deveined 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric pinch red chili powder or red chili flakes 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon fresh curry leaves 2 large or 4 to 6 small shallots, thinly sliced 1 …

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Spicy Orange Chicken

February 17, 2016 0 Comments

Spicy Orange Chicken Serves 4 to 6 For the Chicken: 4 chicken breasts, skin and bones removed 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 soy sauce 1/4 cup fresh orange juice Few drops Sriracha 1. Cut the chicken into small pieces, or thin strips for stir-fry. Put the chicken into a zip-lock bag. 2. In a small bowl, …

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Roasted Potato Crusted Halibut

February 17, 2016 0 Comments

Roasted Potato Crusted Halibut Serves 6 1 pound French fingerling potatoes, scrubbed 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup unsalted butter 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 white scallions, finely chopped, using the white and tender green parts Grated zest of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground …

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Pork Osso Buco with Blood Orange Gremolata

February 4, 2016 0 Comments

Pork Osso Buco with Blood Orange Gremolata Serves 6 I actually prefer using pork instead of veal in Osso Buco for its sweet taste, and melt in your mouth tenderness. Using pork shoulder makes this an affordable dish. 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper 2 1/2 pounds pork shoulder, fat trimmed, cut into 1-inch …

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Mustard Frill Pizza

February 4, 2016 0 Comments

Mustard Frill Pizza Serves 4 to 6 If you are feeling lazy, this pizza can be made with pita bread as the crust. If you go for the pizza dough, (Mona Lisa has the best) let it rest on the counter for 1 hour before rolling it out. One pound ball pizza dough or four …

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Pasta with Baby Broccoli and Sausage

February 4, 2016 0 Comments

Pasta with Baby Broccoli and Sausage Serves 4 to 6 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 pound bulk sweet Italian sausage 4 garlic cloves, minced Pinch red pepper flakes Grated zest of 1 lemon 1 bunch baby broccoli, chopped 1/2 cup chicken broth 2 tablespoons lemon juice Salt and pepper 1 pound orecchiette pasta, …

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