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A classic gin cocktail with raspberry syrup and egg white, shaken to a frothy texture.
4 side-dish servings Think of these as lazy, cheesy gnocchi.
8 to 10 servings This deluxe chili was refined by noted camp chef Matthew T. MacLeid, Esq. on his countless sojourns in Kentucky’s Rockcastle River Gorge…
4 servings This is a traditional Japanese preparation for burdock root (gobo). Normally, both the carrot and burdock are cut into matchsticks, but we…
6 to 8 servings Grunts are steamed in a mold in a pot of water and inverted when served—somewhat resembling a warm fruit shortcake. Also try this with…
4 servings This simple cooking method is our favorite for scallops. The flavor and texture of the scallop are preserved, and the golden crust contrasts…
About 2 ½ cups This dressing has a smoky bacon flavor and the consistency of spoon bread. Spread it on top of thick fish fillets or steaks before baking…
About ½ cup Also called beurre maître d’hôtel, this is delicious over grilled or broiled steak.
Chewy chocolate sugar cookies made with cocoa powder, offering a rich chocolate flavor with a soft, chewy texture.
About 1 ¼ cups Serve this richly flavored compote over pancakes or waffles, ice cream, or cheesecake.
4 to 6 servings Upon discovering that roasted mushrooms have an unmistakable meatiness, we decided to take it a step further, roasting mushrooms with the…
A chilled berry cream dessert made with fresh strawberries or raspberries, sugar, gelatin, and whipped cream. Served with a fresh berry coulis.
A light and airy sponge cake made with matzo meal and potato starch, flavored with citrus zest and juice. Perfect for Passover or any celebration.
4 to 6 servings While the words “decadent” and “cabbage” are not often found together, we make an exception for this dish. It is excellent served as part…
8 to 12 servings Searing a beef roast over a hot fire, then finishing with indirect heat on the cooler side of a covered grill gives it a deliciously…
4 servings For a more texturally interesting salad, slice some of the cucumbers and chop the rest. Include different kinds of tomatoes—chopped large…
A hearty stew with chicken thighs, sweet Italian sausage, bacon, and cannellini beans, topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust. Perfect for a comforting…
A classic French meringue made with egg whites and sugar, beaten to stiff peaks. It can be used to top pies or baked into crisp meringue shells or kisses.
Seasoning crumbs is a matter of personal taste. Besides salt and pepper, try spice blends such as chili powder or Garam Masala, minced herbs, white…
4 servings Grilled, broiled, and seared meat is excellent in this dish, especially Grilled Vietnamese-Style Pork, Beef Kebabs, Salt-and-Pepper Shrimp…
These crispy Parmesan crisps are simple to make and perfect for snacking or garnishing soups and salads.
About 1 cup This marinade is excellent with chicken, pork, or shrimp. Marinate shrimp no more than 2 hours, and chicken or pork for up to 8 hours.
8 to 10 servings For even more banana flavor, puree 2 very ripe bananas with the milk before making the pudding, and use ¼ cup cornstarch. For individual…
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