From Our Kitchen: Antipasto
From Our Kitchen
Wow your holiday guests with this traditional Italian first course. Antipasto Serves 8 Ingredients: 1 12-ounce jar pepperoncini ½ pound mixed olives 8 ounces stuffed cherry peppers 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 8 ounces Ciliegine 8 ounces aged provolone, cut in wedges 1 pound soppressatta 8 ounces prosciutto di Parma Crostini (see below) Preparation: Step 1: Place small amounts of pepperoncini, olives, cherry peppers, tomatoes, mozzarella, and provolone artfully on a serving plate. Step 2: Fold soppressatta in half and...
Friends and Flavors: Chinese Hot Pot
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Chinese hot pot consists of cooking meat, vegetables, noodles, tofu, and seafood in a communal pot of hot, flavored broth. The items are often served with additional broth, rice, and sauce options. The dish is usually enjoyed with a group of people to celebrate Chinese New Year, but is also a common winter meal. There are many regional versions of hot pot throughout China. What makes one different from another is the broth, as well as the specific meats, seafood...
From Our Kitchen: Holiday Recipes
From Our Kitchen
Baked Ham Serves 8 Ingredients: 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 tablespoon plus ½ teaspoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon plus ½ teaspoon water 6¼-pound cured ham Preparation: Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Step 2: Add cornstarch to water and mix well. Step 3: In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg; bring to a boil. Add cornstarch-water mixture to thicken. Step 4: Place ham...
From Our Kitchen: Açai-Pomegranate Mojito Mocktail
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‘Tis the season for hosting parties, gathering with family and friends, and cuddling up by the fire. A sparkling mocktail can make the season even more special. Try this refreshing Açai-Pomegranate Mojito for a nice balance of sweet and tart. Ingredients: 10 fresh mint leaves 10 fresh blueberries 5 ounces açai-pomegranate juice 1 ounce fresh-squeezed lime juice 3 ice cubes 3 ounces of club soda Preparation: Step 1: Muddle mint and blueberries in a lowball glass. Step 2: Add juices...
From Our Kitchen: Moroccan Lentil & Chickpea Stew
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This spicy, savory stew embodies the complex flavors of traditional Moroccan cuisine. It’s so hearty and filling, you may just forget that it’s vegan. Serves 8 Ingredients: 3 medium carrots, diced 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/3 cups green lentils, picked through and rinsed 1 red bell pepper, finely diced 1 sweet onion, finely diced 1 28 ounce can diced tomatoes 1 quart vegetable broth 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon...
From Our Kitchen: Gluten-Free Apple Pie
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Learn how to make this fall staple at home. You can use any apples, although our Chefs recommend tart baking apples like Braeburns or Granny Smiths. If you’d prefer, the gluten-free flour can be swapped easily for regular all-purpose flour. Grab your vanilla ice cream and enjoy! Yields: 1 Pie Ingredients for Crust: 2 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 sticks cold, unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 8 tablespoons ice-cold water Crust Preparation: Step 1 Cut...
From Our Kitchen: Shakshuka
From Our Kitchen
This traditional Israeli breakfast is healthy, delicious, and vegetarian. Break from your normal brunch rut and give this savory one-skillet dish a try. It can also be enjoyed with a side salad and a loaf of crusty bread for dinner. Trust us on this one—you won’t regret it. Serves 8 Ingredients: ¼ cup canola oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 medium green bell pepper, diced 1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced 7 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup tomato paste 1...
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