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18 kouign amanns A type of Breton pastry, a kouign amann is somewhat similar to a croissant, but sprinkled with sugar and shaped differently. During…
A homemade sourdough starter made from whole wheat and all-purpose flour, cultivated over several days to leaven bread naturally.
A rich coffee ice cream made by steeping coarsely ground coffee beans in a vanilla ice cream base, then straining and freezing. Smooth, creamy, and full…
A light, airy sponge cake made with whipped egg yolks and stiff-peaked egg whites, baked in a tube or round pan. Serve plain, with fluffy white frosting…
About 5 half-pint jars Please read About Prickly Pears, About Making Jelly, and How to Process. Wear gloves when handling prickly pears.
A rich chocolate fondue made with unsweetened chocolate, sugar, and a choice of milk, cream, coffee, or sherry. Serve warm for dipping fruit…
1 roughly 12 x 8-inch loaf This Italian bread is made with a fairly wet dough. It must be kneaded extensively to develop the gluten necessary to provide…
Fettuccine tossed in a rich butter, cream, and Parmesan sauce. A simple, classic Alfredo-style pasta dish.
About 2 cups A classic, tenderizing treatment for chicken pieces before they are dredged and fried (see Skillet Fried Chicken). Marinate chicken for up to…
About 1 cup A simpler alternative to Béchamel. This rich sauce is especially delicious with sautéed wild mushrooms or pasta.
5 side-dish servings Malfatti means “badly made,” so you’ll know you’ve made these properly if they seem a little… rustic. Please read about Forming…
About 5 half-pint jars This is a flexible berry jam recipe that can be used for blackberries (and blackberry relatives), cranberries, elderberries…
4 servings A hearty side dish. For a main course, you may chop up the fennel wedges and serve atop risotto or polenta, or toss with pasta and a bit of the…
12 servings Grilling a turkey over indirect heat on a charcoal grill is a good idea for several reasons, most notably because the results are flavorful…
6 to 8 servings According to legend, this braise was served to Napoleon after he had fasted through his victorious battle at Marengo. The dish, composed…
Whether made with fresh or dried chiles, this sauce is perfect on top of enchiladas and Huevos Rancheros, or diluted with water or stock and used as a…
About 2 cups Candied citrus peel can be nibbled on its own or dipped in chocolate, and it makes a bright, flavorful addition to other desserts. It can be…
15 rolls Nearly any yeast roll can be prepared using this method.
Generous ½ cup Traditional with Gravlax, this can also be served with other smoked, grilled, sautéed, or poached fish.
8 pitas Excellent for sandwiches and scooping up dips and sauces—especially Hummus or Baba Ghanoush. You can substitute whole wheat flour for any portion…
A classic banana pudding finished with a soft meringue topping and a scattering of finely crushed vanilla wafers. The meringue is quickly browned in a hot…
Enough for 2 to 2 ½ pounds meat For scaling to different sizes of roasts, remember to use about 2 ounces of fat for 1 pound of lean meat. Salt pork may be…
A vibrant roasted red pepper dressing blended with olive oil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, shallots, cumin, and garlic. Smooth and tangy, it's perfect…
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