Cooking Essentials The Technique Garlic Garlic has long been used in global cuisine but it also offers health benefits from fighting the common cold & flu to reducing blood pressure when consumed on a daily, consistent basis. It’s filled with manganese & vitamins C & B6. Garlic is closely related to onions, leeks & shallots, […]
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The Basics: Ground Beef
Cooking Essentials The Technique Ground Beef Ground beef has long been a family meal favorite. It pairs well with both tomato-based & cream sauces to produce rich & satisfying dinners. When purchasing beef, it’s generally priced according to the percentage of fat that has been used to prepare that particular batch. A package marked 80% […]
The Basics: Pignolias
Cooking & Baking Essentials The Technique Pignolias Pine nuts have long been a staple in Mediterranean recipes. They may be served on antipasto platters with marinated cheese, roasted vegetables & bread or added to appetizer classics such as Rosemary-Pine Nut Olive Tapenade. Modern side dishes including Farro-Pine Nut Tabbouleh Salad & Kale-Orange Panzanella Salad benefit tremendously from them […]
The Basics: Olive Oil
Cooking Essentials The Technique Olive Oil Olive oil offers good flavor & versatility when cooking & entertaining. It may be used to season dishes or sauté vegetables for soups, side dishes & entrees but it also may accompany homemade bread for dipping in place of butter. Extra virgin olive oil in particular has long been […]
Winter Entertaining: Antipasto
Winter Entertaining The Technique Antipasto A beautifully arranged collection of cured meats, cheeses, fruits, marinated vegetables, relishes & jam is a lovely way to get casual or elevated gatherings underway. Antipasto platters are designed to be served quite literally “before the meal”. They may be as simple or as lavish as you so please & […]
The Essential Guide To Classic Italian Recipes
Cooking Classics The Technique The Essential Guide To Classic Italian Recipes Getting family meals on the table that taste great & appeal to a wide variety of palates is no easy feat. However, with a bit of planning & forethought, you can create recipes & meals that may be prepared whether entertaining beckons or quality […]
The New Year’s Eve Hors d oeuvres Collection
Holiday Entertaining Southern Socials The New Year’s Eve Hors d oeuvres Collection A beautiful selection of cheeses, crudités, relishes & crackers is always a good appetizer to serve when entertaining. They may be arranged as luxurious offerings but a simple collection of items can be equally impressive. Choosing one cheese & preparing a variety of […]
The Basics: Gruyère
Cooking Essentials The Technique Gruyère Gruyère cheese is widely known for its’ pungent taste notes when added to recipes. It imparts bold flavor to simple foods from potatoes & grits to pastas & sauces. Prepared from cow’s milk, gruyère contains about 40% fat & boasts Swiss origins. It’s a compact, hard cheese with semi-soft qualities […]
The Essential Christmas Dinner Entertaining Primer
Holiday Entertaining Southern Socials The Essential Christmas Dinner Entertaining Primer Hosting holiday gatherings offers endless menu possibilities. The selection of recipes should most certainly showcase seasonal produce coupled with traditional fare guests have grown to expect. Festive party fare filled with bold, fresh flavors that can be prepared ahead then chilled, baked, roasted or warmed […]
Gamed Day Provisions 101: Charred Sweet Onion Dip
Game Day Entertaining Starters Charred Sweet Onion Dip Classic football party dips with irresistible flavors make snacking during game time all the better. Charred Sweet Onion Dip features a foundation of Greek yogurt filled with fresh flavor & grilled onions. Serve it with a small batch of Salt & Pepper Potato Chips & offer them in hand crafted Tag Football Sacks […]
