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Osso Buco with Toasted Pine Nut Gremolata
By Christopher
There is probably nothing more dramatic — or better to eat — than a whole veal shank
- 1 whole veal shank, 3 to 3 1/2 pounds
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium carrot, cut in 1/4-inch-thick coins
- 1 small Spanish onion, diced
- 1 celery stalk, cut in 1/4-inch slices
- Leaves from 1 bunch of fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 cups basic tomato sauce
- 2 cups brown chicken stock
- 2 cups dry white wine
- Gremolata
- Leaves from 1 bunch of flat-leaf parsley
- 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted at 400°F. for 2 minutes
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup freshly grated horseradish
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Black Beans and Rice
By Christopher
By: Robyn Webb "The perfect meal! Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 1/2 cups low sodium, low fat vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 1/2 cups canned black beans, drained
Fluffy Biscuits
By Christopher
By: Nancy Horsburgh "If you're looking for a flaky basic biscuit, this recipe is the best
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 3 teaspoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1 egg
- 2/3 cup milk
Gremolata
By Christopher
This would also be delicious sprinkled over roast meat, poultry and seafood
- 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- Read More http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Gremolata-104971#ixzz0p2mHdAUn
Key Lime Pie VII
By Christopher
By: ANNRICHARDSON "This recipe uses condensed milk and sour cream
- 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
- 3 cups sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon grated lime zest
hush puppy
By Christopher
In a medium bowl, mix together eggs, sugar, and onion
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup self-rising cornmeal
- 1 quart oil for frying
Brisket with Portobello Mushrooms and Dried Cranberries
By Christopher
Uncork a Cabernet Sauvignon or Burgundy to serve with dinner
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 1 cup canned beef or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup frozen cranberry juice cocktail concentrate, thawed
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 4-pound trimmed flat-cut brisket
- 12 ounces medium portobello mushrooms, dark gills scraped away, caps thinly sliced
- 1 cup dried cranberries (about 4 ounces)
Sweetened Whipped Cream
By Christopher
By: Taste of Home Test Kitchen "Sometimes a dollop of sweetened whipped cream is all you need to top your favorit...
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pasta with Alfredo-Pesto Sauce
By Christopher
Finely chop basil, pine nuts and garlic in processor
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/3 cup pine nuts or walnuts
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 1 pound capellini or spaghetti, freshly cooked
Elodie's Chocolate Cake
By Christopher
Preheat oven to 325°F. Butter and flour 10-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides
- 10 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 5 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 5 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- Powdered sugar
- Read More http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Elodies-Chocolate-Cake-1067#ixzz0p2my5Y6O