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Kale Pesto
By exdircomp
Directions 1.In a large pot of salted, boiling water, blanch 4 cups (130 g) of kale for 4 minutes
- Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) olive oil
- 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup (60 g) roasted red pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, roasted, peeled
- 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons (14 g) toasted pepitas
- 1/2 cup (20 g) fresh spinach, loosely packed
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 cups (268 g) chopped kale
Beef Bourguignon
By exdircomp
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F
- For the stew
- 4 pounds boneless stew beef, such as chuck or sirloin tip, cut into large chunks
- 2 tablespoons pork fat, butter or olive oil, plus more if needed
- 2 carrots, peeled and halved
- 2 onions, peeled and halved
- 4 cloves garlic, just crushed
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 (750ml) bottle red wine (burgandy)
- 1 tablespoon black currant liqueur (recommended Creme de Cassis)
- 4 1/2 cups beef stock
- 1 bouquet garni (made from bay leaf, parsley stems, and thyme sprigs)
- For the garnish
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more if needed
- 6 to 8 slices bacon, cut into lardons
- 40 baby onions, peeled
- 16 ounces mushrooms
- 1 small bunch parsley, leaves finely chopped
Cilantro and Coriander Chicken
By exdircomp
Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the oil
- 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- A pinch of salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 chicken legs
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes
Italian Fig Cookies
By exdircomp
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F
- Filling:
- 2 cups dried figs, hard tips discarded
- 1 1/2 cups dried dates, pitted
- 1 cup raisins
- 3/4 cup whole almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped
- 3/4 cup whole walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup orange marmalade
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh orange zest
- 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- For Dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 sticks (1 cup) butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 1 egg white beaten with 1 tablespoon water for egg wash
- Colored sprinkles, for decorating
Lemon Risotto
By exdircomp
In a large pot, heat the stock over medium low heat
- 4 to 6 cups chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small to medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 lemons
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup grated pecorino cheese, a couple of handfuls
- 2 tablespoons slivered mint leaves
- A handful basil tops, shredded or torn
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon capers
Chocolate Cupcakes with Coffee Cream Filling
By exdircomp
Directions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F
- Coffee Cream Filling:
- 1 1/8 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 container sour cream (4-ounce)can use greek yogurt or creme fraisch
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate covered coffee beans, for garnish, optional
- 1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup coffee-flavored liqueur
- 1 (8-ounce) container frozen chocolate flavored whipped topping, thawed
- Coffee Buttercream Frosting:
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee
Veal and Lemon Saltimbocca
By exdircomp
Place the veal chops on a work surface and season with salt and pepper
- 4 veal chops, pounded 1/2 to 1/4-inch thick
- 4 thin lemon slices
- 4 sage leaves, plus 1 teaspoon finely chopped
- 4 large slices prosciutto
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 can) whole tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Chocolate Cream Roll
By exdircomp
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F
- 6 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup sugar
- ¼ cup SCHARFFEN BERGER Natural Cocoa Powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- Pinch of cream of tartar
- For the Filling
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons confectioner’s sugar
- 2 tablespoons SCHARFFEN BERGER Natural Cocoa Powder
Yogurt Sauce
By exdircomp
Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl, season with salt and pepper to taste, and set aside
- 1 cup whole milk or greek plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh mint leaves
- 1 medium garlic clove, minced or pressed through a garlic press (about one teaspoon)
- Salt and black pepper
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
By exdircomp
Directions Melt the chocolate and cream together in a bowl set over simmering water until just melted
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 12 long-stemmed strawberries