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  • Tropical Mango Ceviche

    Tropical Mango Ceviche

    Serves 6 -8 INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons orange juice Juice of 5 to 6 limes ¼ cup coconut milk 1 tabblespoon salt 2 pounds whitefish filets, cut into bite sized pieces 1 medium red onion, chopped fine 1 red pepper, chopped fine 1 red jalapeno, deseeded and chopped fine 1 medium mango ( semi ripe) chopped…

  • Ceviche de Sierra (Mazatlan)

    Ceviche de Sierra    (Mazatlan)

    Serves 8-10 INGREDIENTS 2 pounds skinless mackerel fillets, roughly chopped 2 teaspoons salt 1 cup lime juice 5-6 medium carrots, roughly chopped 1 small red onions, roughly chopped 1 small cucumber, peeled and roughly chopped 1 serrano pepper, desseded, pith removed, roughly chopped 1 tablespoon fresh chopped oregano PREPARATION Process the fish in a food…

  • Agua Chili De Cameron (Shrimp Agua Chili Ceviche- Mazatlan)

    Agua Chili De Cameron (Shrimp Agua Chili Ceviche- Mazatlan)

    Serves 6-8 INGREDIENTS 20-24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined, preferably butterflied ¾ cup lime juice ½ cup water 2 Serrano peppers, deseeded, piths removed, roughly chopped 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ teaspoons salt 2 english cucumbers, peeled and sliced thin 1 small to medium red onion, halved and sliced thin PREPARATION Combine…

  • Cherry Mole Manhattan

    2 ounces Sweet Mole Negra Infused Bourbon* .5 ounces dry vermouth .25 ounces Sweet Mole Negra Cherry syrup Sweet Mole Negra Cherries* Cherry Bitters Place the bourbon, the vermouth and cherry syrup in a glass and stir well.  Fill the glass with ice and garnish with a few of the cherries and a few dashes…

  • Smoky & Fiery Chipotle Sauce

    Makes 2-3 cups Ingredients 1 can chipotle in adobo sauce 3 dried ancho chilies, crushed and stems removed 2 dried meco dried chipotle peppers (light colored), crushed and stems removed 3 dried black morita dried chipotle peppers (dark colored), crushed and stems removed 1 tablespoon ground cumin powder 2 teaspoon smoked paprika 2 teaspoons salt…

  • Fresh Carrot Margarita

    Ingredients ½ tablespoon lime zest 2 tablespoons smoked alder salt Lime wedge 1½ ounce tequila (Centenario Rosangel) ¾ ounce Cointreau ¾ ounce fresh lime juice ¾ ounce fresh carrot juice Blackberries Mole Bitters (Brooklyn Hemispherical Blackberry Mole)* Directions Mix together the lime zest and the alder salt and place on a small plate.  Rub the…

  • Chive Blossom Croutons

    Makes 2 cups of croutons Ingredients 2 cups cubed white bread (1½ inch cubes) 3 tablespoons melted butter 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons chive blossom flowers 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped fine ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper Directions Preheat oven to 375°F. Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and…

  • Cilantro Pumpkin Seed Jalapeño Pesto

    Yields approximately 2½ cups Ingredients 1½ cups fresh cilantro leaves 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 tablespoon lime zest Juice of 2 limes 3 roasted jalapeños, deseeded, peeled and chopped ½ cup pumpkin seeds 1½ teaspoons salt ¼-½ cup olive oil Directions Place all ingredients, except the oil, in food processor and pulse until chopped pretty…

  • Cranberry & Thyme Sparkler

    Serves 6 Ingredients ½ cup cranberries ½ cup sugar ½ cup water 1 few fresh thyme sprigs 1 cinnamon stick Sparkling water or sparkling wine Cranberries and thyme leaves for garnish Directions Combine the cranberries, sugar, water, fresh thyme and cinnamon stick in a small saucepan and heat to high heat. Stir until the sugar…

  • Celery Root Potage with Fried Shallots, Fresh Sage and Apple Bit Créme Fraiche and Crispy Shallots

    Serves 8 Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 medium leek, sliced thin 1 medium red onion, chopped small 2 small or 1 medium celery root (2-3 pounds total), peeled and cubed small 1 medium apple, peeled, cored and chopped Salt Cracked black pepper ¼ cup apple cider…

  • Coconut Cilantro Rice

    Serves 4 Ingredients 2 cups long white rice 2 cups coconut milk 2 cups water 2 tablespoos sugar 1 teaspoon Ger-Nis Chili Herb Pepper 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped fine Directions Combine all the ingredients, except the cilantro, into a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Once the mixture is boiling cover and reduce…

  • Citrus Shrimp Ceviche with Avocadoes & Lemon Thyme Pesto Drizzle

    Serves 4 This dish has great balance utilizing all types of citrus: limes, lemons and tangerines, and has slightly sweet herbaceous tones that blend well with the buttery-ness of the avocado. A lovely dish that is simple to prepare and exciting for your guests. Ingredients Ger-Nis Citrus Finishing Salts 1 pound medium sized shrimp, peeled…

  • Ger-Nis Citrus Herb Cracked Black Pepper

    Makes 1 cup salts Ingredients ¼ cup maldon salt 3 tablespoons lemon zest* 1 tablespoon lime zest* 1 tablespoon orange zest* 2 teaspoons red chili flakes ½ cup black pepper corns 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped fine *Use organic unwaxed citrus, make sure…

  • Ger-Nis Citrus Herb Finishing Salt

    Makes 1 cup salts Ingredients ¾ cup maldon salt 1 tablespoon lemon zest* 1 tablespoon lime zest* 1 teaspoon orange zest* 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, chopped superfine 3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped superfine 1 tablespoon fresh lemon thyme leaves, chopped superfine *Use organic unwaxed citrus, make sure citrus and herbs are completely dry.…

  • Herbed Cous Cous

    Ingredients 2 cups Israeli couscous Olive oil 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped ½ cup red bell pepper, finely chopped Salt/pepper 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon butter ¾ cup sliced crimini or brown button mushrooms 2 cups…

  • Cardamom Black Pepper Syrup

    Makes 2 cups Ingredients 1 cup turbinado sugar 1 cup water 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, cracked 5 cardamom pods, crushed (whole pod) Directions Place all the ingredients in a medium sauce pan and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Take off heat…

  • Chicken & Herb Dumpling Soup

    Serves 6 Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons butter 4 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 medium red onion, chopped small 3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2 inch strips, lightly dusted with whole wheat flour 1 bunch green onions, sliced 3 stalks of celery, chopped small 2 medium carrots, chopped small 1…

  • Cheddar Potato Pierogies with Bacon Fried Onions & Chive Sour Cream

    Makes 20 pierogies Ingredients For the dough (should be made at least an hour in advance) 3 cups flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons sour cream 1 egg, beaten ¾ cup water For the filling 3 russet potatoes, peeled, boiled and mashed ¾ cup cheddar cheese, shredded 2 teaspoons black pepper 1 teaspoon salt 2…

  • Sweet Chili Sauce

    Makes 1 cup Ingredients ½ rice wine vinegar ¼ cup roasted red pepper puree 2 teaspoons garlic, chopped superfine 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped superfine 1 teaspoon red chili paste 1 tablespoon lime juice 4 tablespoons hot water 2 tablespoons light brown sugar Salt Directions In a mixing bowl whisk together all ingredients until smooth.…

  • Cinnamon Black Pepper Glaze

    Ingredients 1 cup powdered sugarPinch of salt½ teaspoon cracked black pepper1 teaspoon cinnamon, freshly grated¼ teaspoon vanilla¼ cup milk Directions Mix all ingredients together until smooth and creamy.  Drizzle over doughnuts!

  • Citrus Herb Buttermilk Doughnut Holes with Citrus Brown Sugar Coating

    Makes 30 – 40 doughnut holes Ingredients 3 ¾  cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated 1 cup sugar 1 cup buttermilk 2 tablespoon lemon juice 3 eggs 2 tablespoons butter, softened 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped fine 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped fine…

  • Coriander-Chocolate Halva Liquor

    Makes 1 liter The toffe, praline, vanilla and dried fruit tones in the initial rush of tasting bourbon elixir and charred oak barrels give the Bourbon and spicy firmness that blends in well with this Middle Eastern inspired elixir! Ingredients 1 tablespoon, coriander seeds, cracked fine 1 teaspoon black pepper, cracked fine 1½ cups bourbon,…

  • The Cinnamon Fig

    Ingredients 3 ounces bourbon ½ ounce lemon juice 1 ounce cinnamon stick black pepper syrup (recipe follows) 1 ounce sweet cinnamon vinegar (recipe follows) 1 tablespoon fig compote (recipe follows) Directions Place all the ingredients in a shaker filled with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into an old fashioned martini glass and garnish with a…

  • Spicy Roasted Chickpeas

    Serves 6 Ingredients 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1⁄8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) 1 teaspoon garam masala Kosher salt to taste Lime wedges Directions Preheat the oven to 400°F. Rinse and drain the chickpeas and dry by rolling them around in a kitchen towel. Combine the oil,…

  • Mini Classic Cheesecake with Strawberry Preserve Sauce

    Makes 1 dozen Cheesecakes *Recipe from AllREcipes.com Ingredients 2 cups graham crackers, crushed 3 tablespoons butter, melted 2-8 ounce packages of cream cheese, softened ¾ cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Strawberry Preserve Sauce (recipe follows) Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. Line one 12 cup mini muffin tins with paper liners. In…

  • Cheddar Smashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions and Roasted Jalapeños

    Serves 4 Ingredients 5 medium Yukon gold potatoes, boiled and chopped ½ cup caramelized onions 1-2 roasted jalapeños, stems removed (whole), chopped 2 teaspoons salt (more to taste) 3 teaspoons Tabasco ½ cup cheddar cheese, grated Herbs for garnish Directions In a well oiled hot cast iron skillet smash the potatoes with a potato masher,…

  • Mini Chicken Pot Pies

    Makes 8 Mini Pot Pies Ingredients 1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped 2 ribs of celery, chopped ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped ¼ cup fresh thyme, chopped ¼ cup fresh rosemary, chopped Salt/pepper 1 cup chicken broth 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 cups of chicken meat, precooked…

  • Dried Cherry & Dried Blueberry Bubbly

    Ingredients 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup water ¼ cup dried cherries, chopped ¼ cup dried blueberries, chopped Sparkling wine Directions In a small saucepan over medium heat, add cranberries, apples, water and sugar. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat. Let simmer gently for about 5 times. Cool, blend and strain. Place 1-2…

  • Calamata Olive & Marinated Mozzarella Pearl Pizza

    Makes 10 mini pizzas Ingredients Pizza Dough Pizza Sauce 2 cups calamata olives, chopped and pitted Marinated mini mozzarella balls Directions Pre-heat oven to 400°F. Roll out the pizza dough into 10 equal round pies. Place the dough on baking sheet lines with parchment paper. Spoon a bit of sauce on each pie and a…

  • Chili Dipping Sauce

    Makes 1/2 cup Ingredients 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup rice vinegar 1 tablespoon mirin 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped fine 1-2 red hot chili peppers, sliced Directions Whisk together all the ingredients and let stand about 10 minutes before…

  • Cinnamon & Rosemary Plum Rose Spritzers

    Ingredients 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves 1/4 cup sugar 1 cup water 1 cinnamon stick 1 ripe plum, deseeded and chopped 1 bottle sparkling rose Directions Combine the rosemary leaves, sugar, water, cinnamon stick and plums in a medium saucepan, stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and allow to simmer for…

  • Cinnamon Buns

    Ingredients 4 cups all purpose flour 1 package active dry yeast 1 cup warm milk, scalded and skimmed 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup butter, melted 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs Filling: 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 21/2 tablespoon cinnamon 1/3 cup butter, softened Icing: 8 tablespoons butter, softened (1 stick) 11/2 cups confectioners’…

  • Chicken, Peppers and Pesto Sauce

    Serves 6 Ingredients 6 chicken thighs, boneless skinless Salt Pepper 1 red pepper, sliced thin 1 yellow pepper, sliced thin 1 orange pepper, sliced thin 1 red onion, halved and sliced thin 1/2 cup freshly made pesto (recipe follows) Directions Pre-heat oven to 350°F. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place the chicken on…

  • Curried Apple Chicken & Parsnip Stew

    Serves 6 Ingredients Olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 large carrots, chopped medium 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 boneless and skinless chicken thighs 2 large apples, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces 2 large parsnips, peeled and chopped small 3 fresh curry leaves 1 tablespoon curry powder 1/2 cup red lentils 2…

  • Chocolate & Pumpkin Bread Pudding

    Makes 12 ramekins Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) coconut milk 1/2 cup almond milk 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 teaspoons cinnamon, freshly grated 2 teaspoons nutemg, freshly grated 1 teaspoon cardamom powder 1 teaspoon salt 8 cups day old bread, cubed about 11/2 inch thick 4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped…

  • Cranberry Bulgur Stuffed Acorn Squashes with Cranberry Port Sauce

    Serves 6 Ingredients 3 acorn squashes, halved and seeds removed Olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped fine 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup pecans, chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped fine 1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped fine 3 cups bulgar, cooked 1/2 cup vegetable stock, more as needed Salt and…

  • Concord Grape Thyme Bandit

    Makes a bunch of drinks Ingredients 1 cup concord grapes 1 cup turbinado sugar 1 cup water ¼ cup fresh thyme leaves 2 teaspoons ginger, chopped fine Pear infused vodka ice Fresh lime juice Concord grapes and thyme leaves for garnish Directions In a sauce pan combine and mix together the concord grapes, sugar, water,…

  • Cinnamon Apple Pie Prosecco

    Makes 1 drink Ingredients 2 ounces apple pie syrup (recipe follows) Prosecco Directions Place about 2 ounces of the apple pie syrup in a champagne flute (less for less sweet) and fill with Prosecco, garnish with a bit of grated fresh cinnamon, stir and enjoy! Apple Pie Syrup Makes 2 cups Ingredients 1 cup apple…

  • Cucumber & Marmite Tea Sandwiches

    Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 English cucumber 1 jar of Marmite or Vegemite 1 stick of good, unsalted butter (such as Plugra) 1 loaf of Brioche (or any fine-crumb white) bread, thinly sliced & crusts removed Directions Slice the cucumber very thinly on a mandolin. Spread butter onto four slices of the bread. Thinly…

  • Spicy Peruvian Cilantro Sauce

    Makes 2-3 cups Ingredients 2 cups fresh cilantro leaves 2 cloves, garlic, chopped ½ small white onion ¼ cup avocado oil ¼ cup olive oil 1 teaspoon salt (more to taste) Juice of 1 lime ¼ cup hot water (more as needed) Directions Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy,…

  • Smoky & Fiery Chipotle Sauce

    Makes 2-3 cups Ingredients 1 can chipotle in adobo sauce 3 dried ancho chilies, crushed and stems removed 2 dried meco dried chipotle peppers (light colored), crushed and stems removed 3 dried black morita dried chipotle peppers (dark colored), crushed and stems removed 1 tablespoon ground cumin powder 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 2 teaspoons salt…

  • Concord Grape Sparkling Rose

    Makes 1 sparkler Ingredients ½ ounce concord grape puree Sparkling Rose Directions Place ½ ounce of concord grape puree in a champagne class and fill with sparkling rose. Stir.

  • Chili Mint Mackerel Ceviche

    Serves 6 Ingredients 2 pounds Atlantic Mackerel fillets, chopped in large flat pieces 2 teaspoons salt Juice of 2 lemons Juice of 2 lime 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon lime zest 2 teaspoons fresh red chili, de-seeded and chopped superfine 1 teaspoon fresh green chili, de-seeded…

  • Cod en Papillote

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1 ear sweet corn kernels 1 medium tomato, chopped small 2 medium carrots, chopped fine 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 3 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped fine Zest of 2 lemons 4 tablespoons butter ¼ cup white wine 6 pieces cod, 3-4 ounces each 6 sqaure pieces…

  • Coconut Sticky Rice Mangoes (Mock Sushi)

    Serves 6-8 Ingredients 1 cup of sweet/ glutinous or “sticky” rice 2 cups of coconut milk ¾ cup of white sugar 1 tablespoons lime zest 2 teaspoons rice flour 1 ripe mango, sliced into thin “sashimi” like pieces 1 teaspoon salt Directions Wash rice three times in cold water, draining after each wash. Then completely…

  • Cold Garden Pad Thai Salad

    Serves 6 Ingredients 12-16 ounces flat rice noodles (pad thai noodles) (pre-soaked and cooked until soft) 2 tablespoons tamarind paste 1 tablespoon yuzo rice vinegar ½ cup tamari Juice of 1 lime 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce ¼ cup turbinado sugar ½ cup water 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 shallot, chopped fine 1 bunch green…

  • Grilled Chicken Pillards with Cucumber and Melon Herb Salsa

    Serves 6 Ingredients 4 large chicken breasts, boneless, skinless Salt/pepper 1 teaspoon lime zest Juice of 1 lime 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons almond oil 1 tablespoon agave nectar 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped fine ½ medium…

  • Chicken Paillards with Grilled Peach & Pepino Salsa

    Serves 6 Ingredients 4 large chicken breasts, boneless skinless Salt/pepper 2 medium peaches, pitted and chopped fine 1 medium Pepino melon, seeds removed, peeled and chopped fine (1 cup chopped honeydew melon can be substituted) 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped 2 teaspoons jalapeño or serrano pepper, chopped fine ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped fine…

  • Crenshaw & Basil Frozen Ice

    Serves 4-6 Ingredients 2 cups crenshaw melon, cubed in 1 inch cubes and frozen solid overnight (or other melon) 1 cup simple syrup (infused with basil a plus) ½ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped fine Directions Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and icy. Be careful not to over blend as…

  • Chapatis

    Makes approximately 12 Ingredients 2 cups whole wheat flour Additional flour for rolling 1 cup of water (approximately) ½ tablespoon of salt or to taste if you want more 2 tablespoon of vegetable or canola oil Directions Mix flour and salt well. Make a hole in flour and mix in a little water at a…

  • Chilled Cucumber Raita with Mustard Seeds

    Makes approximately 4 cups Ingredients 2 tablespoons of canola oil ¼ teaspoon of mustard seeds 2 large cucumbers, seeded and diced 3 cups of plain yogurt (whole or reduce fat) ¼ cup of mint chopped 1 teaspoon cumin Salt to taste Green chilies, optional Directions Heat oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add…

  • Citrus Miso Dipping Sauce

    Makes 1 cup Ingredients 2 cloves garlic, chopped superfine 2 teaspoons ginger, chopped superfine 1 tablespoon honey ¼ cup yuzo rice vinegar (plain rice vinegar okay) Juice of one lime ¼ cup orange juice 1 teaspoon orange zest 3 tablespoons sesame oil ¼ tamari ¼ cup miso paste Directions Whisk together all ingredients in a…

  • Citrus Thai Basil Iced Tea

    Makes 4-6 drinks Ingredients 2 Thai tea bags 2 tablespoons orange zest ½ cup orange juice ½ cup thai basil leaves ½ cup turbinado sugar 4 cups water 1 cup coconut milk Ice Directions In a large sauce pan place the tea bags, orange zest, juice, thai basil leaves, sugar and 2 cups of water.…

  • Ciabatta

    Makes 2 loaves Ingredients For sponge ½ teaspoon active dry yeast 2 tablespoons warm water (105°-115°F) 1⁄3 cup room-temperature water 1 cup bread flour For bread ½ teaspoon active dry yeast 2 tablespoons warm milk (105°-115°F) 2⁄3 cups room-temperature water 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cups bread flour 1½ teaspoons salt Directions Make sponge In…

  • Caramelized Onions

    Makes 1 cup Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons onions, red or yellow, sliced in rounds and separated 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves, chopped fine 2 tablespoons Madeira, port or sherry (optional) Pinch of salt Directions In a large sauté pan heat the butter and the oil to a medium…

  • Chilled Tomato Soup

    Ingredients 8-10 medium heirloom tomatoes, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped fine ½ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped Juice of 1 lemon 1 tablespoon lemon zest 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons sea salt 4 tablespoons heavy cream 6 large basil leaves Garden caviar (recipe follows) Directions Puree all ingredients in…

  • Creamy Herbal Ranch Dressing

    Makes approximately 1 cup Ingredients ½ cup mayonnaise ½ cup buttermilk 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons mustard (Dijon or regular) 1 teaspoon garlic salt 2 tablespoons grated red onion 1 tablespoon shallot, chopped fine ½ red onion, shredded 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped 1…

  • Coconut Milk Caramel Dark Chocolate Truffle with Toasted Coconut

    Makes about 30 truffles Ingredients ½ cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¼ cup coconut milk 2 tablespoons caramel 1 tablespoon honey 8 ounces semisweet or bittersweet dark chocolate, chopped Toasted Coconut for Dusting Directions In a heavy bottom saucepan, heat the heavy cream, vanilla, coconut milk,caramel and honey to a simmer, about 3…

  • Citrus Chili Atlantic Mackerel Ceviche

    Serves 6 Ingredients 2 pounds Atlantic Mackerel fillets, chopped in large flat pieces 2 teaspoons salt Juice of 2 lemons Juice of 1 lime 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon lime zest 2 teaspoons fresh red chili, de-seeded and chopped super fine 1 teaspoon fresh green chili,…

  • Chicken Paillards with Grilled Peach & Pepino Salsa

    Serves 6 Ingredients 4 large chicken breasts, boneless skinless Salt/pepper 2 medium peaches, pitted and chopped fine 1 medium Pepino melon, seeds removed, peeled and chopped fine (1 cup chopped honeydew melon can be substituted) 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped 2 teaspoons jalapeno or Serrano pepper, chopped fine ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped fine…

  • Natural Cola

    Makes many colas Ingredients 3-4 cloves 1 cup molasses 2 cinnamon sticks ½ cup sugar ½ cup water Seltzer water Directions In a sauce pan combine cloves and molasses and simmer for about eight minutes, take off heat and cool, discard cloves. At the same time combine the cinnamon sticks, water and sugar and bring…

  • Cauliflower Tabouli with Lemon Olive Oil Dressing

    Ingredients 1 head of cauliflower, cut up in pieces ¼ cup lemon juice 3 tablespoons of olive oil 1 teaspoon sea salt 3 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely diced ¼ cup red onion, finely diced 1 cup cucumbers, seeded and diced ¼ cup hemp seeds 2 bunches of flat parsley, finely chopped 1 handful of…

  • Coconut Curry Sauce with Coconut Jicama Rice

    Ingredients For the Coconut-Curry Sauce 2 cups of coconut meat 1½ cups filtered water 1 tablespoon coconut butter 1 thumb size knob of ginger, peeled and minced with micro plan 2 teaspoon ground cumin 2 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon turmeric 2 small chili peppers or other small red chilies, with seeds 1 tablespoons kaffir…

  • Sweet Corn and Crab Cappellacci with Soppresatta, Red Peppers, Zucchini & Basil

    Sweet Corn and Crab Cappellacci with Soppresatta, Red Peppers, Zucchini & Basil

    4-6 Servings Ingredients For the filling 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil ½ medium white or yellow onion, thinly sliced (about ¾ cup) 3 ears sweet yellow corn, kernels removed from their cobs 1 cup jumbo lump crab meat, pickled over very well for shells ¾ cup mascarpone Zest of 1 lemon, freshly grated Pinch…

  • Cavatelli with Seared Squid, Oven-Roasted Tomatoes, Baby Arugula and Black Olives

    Cavatelli with Seared Squid, Oven-Roasted Tomatoes, Baby Arugula and Black Olives

    4-6 servings Ingredients For the Cavatelli 1 pound all-purpose flour, or Italian OO flour 1 pound whole-milk ricotta, drained/hung in cheesecloth overnight 4 ounces semolina 3 ounces Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, freshly grated Water, just enough to make a firm dough For the Sauce 10½ ounces baby arugula, long stem ends removed 8 ripe plum tomatoes,…

  • Cava melon Sangria

    Makes 1 pitcher Ingredients 1 cup honeydew melon, balled 1 cup cantaloupe, balled ½ cup galia melon, balled ½ cup basil, chopped ½ cup mint, chopped ¼ cup honey Juice and zest of one lemon, lime and orange 2 bottles cava or an effervescent white wine Directions Muddle basil, mint, honey, zest and juice and…

  • Spring Carrot Soup with Cilantro-Lime Créme Fraiche

    Serves 1-2 Ingredients 1 tablespoons canola or olive oil 1 clove garlic, chopped fine Zest of 1-2 limes (reserve half of the cream fraiche) 3 medium carrots, chopped, peels on 1 cup water Juice of ½ a lime Salt Black pepper Cilantro-Lime Créme Fraiche, to garnish (recipe follows) Directions In a heavy bottomed soup pot…

  • Cilantro Lime Créme Fraiche

    Makes 2 tablespoons Ingredients 2 tablespoons créme fraiche 1 tablespoon lime juice Pinch of lime zest ½ tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves, chopped fine Salt Directions Place all ingredients in a small bowl, and whisk. Set aside.

  • Calzone Dough

    A calzone is simply an Italian savory turnover of sorts that is made by folding pizza dough in half and forming a “pizza pocket”. The pizza pocket is then filled with sauces and/or vegetables combined to create the flavor and textures of your choice. Ingredients 1½ packets active dry yeast 1 cup warm water 3…

  • Caramel Sauce

    Makes ¾ cup Ingredients ¾ cup sugar 2 tablespoons water ½ teaspoon fresh lemon juice ½ cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons to ¼ cup whole milk Directions Combine the sugar, water, and lemon juice in a medium heavy saucepan and cook, stirring, over medium-high heat until the sugar dissolves. Let boil without stirring until the…

  • Cabbage & Bean Salad with Spicy Pesto Vinaigrette

    Cabbage & Bean Salad with Spicy Pesto Vinaigrette

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1 cup red cabbage, shredded ½ cup carrots, grated 1 red pepper, sliced thin 1 orange pepper, sliced thin 1 cup sliced radishes 1 cup baby greens 1 red chili pepper (fresh) and chopped 2 cups cannellini beans ¼ cup champagne vinegar Juice and zest of one lemon ¼ cup olive oil…

  • Carimanolas with Panamanian Salsa Chombo

    Makes 24 Ingredients 5 cups yucca, boiled and mashed Vegetable oil 1 tablespoon salt, plus more 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 medium yellow onion, chopped fine 1 jalapeno pepper, deseeded and chopped fine 1 green bell pepper, deseeded and chopped fine 1 pound lean ground beef 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped fine 2 tablespoons…

  • Curried Cauliflower Yogurt Chicken

    Serves 4-6 The yogurt in this curry creates a mild and cool flavor, very herbaceous and not too spicy! Ingredients Olive Oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon coconut oil 2-3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 tablespoon ginger, chopped fine 1 serrano chili peppers, deseeded and chopped (optional) 1 medium red onion, chopped coarsely 1…

  • Cucumber & Gazpacho Granita Ice Bites

    Makes 20-25 bites Ingredients 1 cucumber, sliced semi thin 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped 1 cup chopped tomato ¼ cup white onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped 1 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 2 teaspoons…

  • Carrot & Ginger Cream Cheese Ice Cream Baby Ice Cream Sandwiches

    Makes 20 sandwiches Ingredients 2 large carrots 1 cup ginger Cream Cheese Ice Cream (recipe follows) Directions Take the top parts of the carrots and slice them in rounds thin but not paper thin, at least 1 inch wide. Arrange 10 slices of carrots on a lined baking sheet. Place a small spoon full of…

  • Herbed Calamari with Chive Blossom Garlic Aioli

    Serves 6-8 Ingredients Vegetable oil for deep frying (about 2 cups) ¼ cup lemon juice ½ cup buttermilk 1 pound squid with tentacles, cleaned and sliced into thin rings ½ cup flour ½ cup cornmeal ½ cup breadcrumbs (fine) 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped superfine 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped superfine 1 tablespoon fresh parsley,…

  • Chive Blossom Garlic Aioli

    Makes 1 cup Ingredients 1 egg 2 tablespoons garlic, chopped 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoon sherry vinegar ½ teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons chive blossoms Directions In a blender or food processor, place egg and chopped garlic. Whirl until garlic is smooth. With the motor running, add the oil in a slow stream,…

  • Carrot Orange Mint Sodas

    Makes 4 sodas Ingredients ¼ cup mint leaves, chopped fine 2 cups orange juice ¼ cup honey (optional) 4-6 carrots (medium sized) Ice Seltzer water Directions Mix together chopped basil leaves, orange juice and honey and set aside. Juice the carrots and mix juice together with the orange and basil mixture. Dived the mixed juice…

  • Chocolate Dried Cherry Nut Clusters

    Makes about 15 clusters Ingredients ½ cup raw almonds ½ cup raw peanuts ¼ cup pumpkin seeds ¼ cup dried cherries 8 ounces dark chocolate melted Himalayan pink salt Directions In a medium bowl mix together almonds, peanuts, pumpkin seeds and dried cherries. On a baking sheet lines with parchment paper place a teaspoon or…

  • Coconut Chutney with Mango-Lime Granita

    Makes 1½ cups Ingredients 1 cup coconut, freshly grated Zest of one lime Juice of one lime 2 curry leaves 1 thai chili 2 tablespoons brown sugar Directions In a small sauce pan add all ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, stirring constantly until thick and creamy. Cool. Serve over Lime Granita. Mango-Lime…

  • Thai Poached Chili-Lemongrass-Ginger Mint Shrimp with Fresh Sweet Chili Sauce

    Serves 6 Ingredients 3 cups water 1 tablespoon ginger, sliced thin 1 tablespoon lemon grass, sliced thin 3 sprigs of fresh mint 1 thai red chili, sliced 2 limes (1 sliced, 1 wedged) 1 pound medium sized shrimp Sweet Chili Sauce Directions In a medium sauce pan add the water, lime, ginger, lemon grass, mint…

  • Thai Cucumber Salad with Roasted Peanuts

    Thai Cucumber Salad with Roasted Peanuts

    Serves 6 Ingredients 2 english cucumbers, peeled and chopped fine 1 clove garlic, chopped fine 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped fine 1 medium red onion, chopped fine 1 red bell pepper, chopped fine 1 red chili, chopped fine ½ cups fresh mint, chopped Juice of 2 limes 1 tablespoon light brown sugar 1 tablespoon rice…

  • Cucumber Infused Gin

    Makes 4 cups Ingredients 1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced 4 cups gin Directions Place all ingredients in a quart container and let infuse about 2 to 3 days.

  • Citrus Aioli

    Makes approximately ½ cup Ingredients 3 cloves garlic Juice of 1 lemon 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon lime zest 1 large egg yolk ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard Coarse sea salt ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoon canola oil Freshly ground black pepper Directions Place garlic, lemon juice and zest, lime zest, egg…

  • Ensalada de Repollo (Cabbage Salad)

    Serves 6-8 Often seen in small Nicaraguan restaurants soaking in big batches at room temperature, it is similar to a sauerkraut with a Latin Style and a citrusy tone. Ingredients 3 cups shredded green cabbage (about ½ medium head) 1 cup chopped fresh tomato Juice of 3 limes 1 tablespoon salt Directions In a medium…

  • Cinnamon Basil Syrup

    Makes 1 cup syrup Ingredients ½ cup to 2 cups sugar ½ cup to 2 cups water ½ cup fresh cinnamon basil leaves Directions Place water, sugar and cinnamon basil leaves in a medium saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer for a few more minutes. Take off heat and…

  • Chocolate Cardamom Banana Bites

    Chocolate Cardamom Banana Bites

    Makes 12-15 bites INGREDIENTS 2 bananas, firm but ripe, cut into 12-15 pieces 9 ounces dark semisweet chocolate 1 teaspoon cardamom 1⁄3 cup shredded coconut ½ cup nut of choice, chopped fine 2 teaspoons flax seeds 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds 1⁄3 cup dried dates and cherries, chopped fine DIRECTIONS Freeze the banana pieces. In a…

  • Corriander Tomato Gehaktballen

    Makes about 20 meatballs Meatballs are one of the most popular dishes in Holland, with traditional and fusion type recipes due to the ever changing population. This version gives a fresh new take on meatballs with the bright additive of cilantro! INGREDIENTS ½ cup breadcrumbs 1 cup fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped fine ¼ cup fresh…

  • Coconut Mango Mint Lip Smacker

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  • Citrus Basil Lip Balm

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    Makes 1 cocktail INGREDIENTS 1½ ounce tequila blanca 1½ ounce Grand Marnier 1 ounce cactus fruit syrup (recipe follows) 1 ounce agave syrup 1 ounce lime syrup (recipe follows) DIRECTIONS Add all ingredients into a strainer filled with ice, shake vigorously. Strain through fine mesh strainer. Serve over ice garnish with a lime wedge and…

  • Cardamom Dried Cherry Crumb Cake Bars

    Makes 12 bars INGREDIENTS For the crumb topping ½ cup all purpose flour ½ cup walnuts, chopped 1⁄3 cup sugar 1 tablespoon grated orange zest ½ teaspoon instant espresso ½ teaspoon ground cardamom 4 tablespoons (½ stick) butter, cut into pieces For the cake 2 cups all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder ¼ teaspoon…

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    Makes 15 tostadas INGREDIENTS 2 cups water 1 chicken breast, skinless 2 chicken thighs, skinless 2 chicken legs, skinless ½ large white onion (half reserved), chopped 1 tablespoon black pepper 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup green pumpkin seeds 2 tablespoons sesame seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 2 whole allspice berries 3…

  • Cucumber and Onion Salad

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS 2 long regular or English cucumbers 2 Vidalia or other sweet onions 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar A pinch of fresh black pepper or crushed red pepper ¼ cup chopped mixed fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, mint, basil, or tarragon DIRECTIONS Slice the cucumbers and onions as thin…

  • Cornbread

    Serves 8-10 INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons bacon fat, lard, or butter 2 eggs 2 cups buttermilk 2½ cups fine cornmeal 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon baking powder DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400°F. Melt fat in large cast-iron skillet; cool slightly. Beat eggs until light. Add buttermilk and cooled fat, leaving a little…

  • Cardamon Nutmeg Dried Blueberries

    Makes ½ cup dried fruit Ingredients 1 cup blueberries 1 teaspoon honey 1 teaspoon cardamom pod, seeds removed 1 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated Directions Preheat oven to 225°F. Mix honey, cardamom seeds, and nutmeg in a small bowl. Drizzle on top of blueberries and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place in oven…

  • Carrot Ginger Soup with Cilantro Lime Pesto

    Serves 6-8 Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola or olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 medium white onion, chopped 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, peeled and chopped fine Zest of 1 lime 4 cups carrots, chopped (peeled or unpeeled) 4 cups vegetable broth or water Juice of ½ a lime Salt Black pepper Cilantro-Lime Pesto, to…

  • Caramelized Onion & Goat Cheese Flatbread Pizza

    4 servings Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large yellow onion, sliced 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, leaves chopped 2 flatbreads (whole wheat or spinach) ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped 4 ounces herbed goat cheese ¼ cup pine nuts, chopped 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 cup fresh arugula Cooking spray Directions Preheat oven to 350ËšF. In…

  • Coconut Mango Sweet Tamales with Ginger Butter

    Makes 20 tamales Ingredients For the coconut mango mixture 1 ripe mango, peeled and chopped 1 cup shredded coconut ¼ cup sugar in the raw 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped (seeds added to mixture) â…“ cup coconut milk For the tamale dough 2 cups masa harina 1 teaspoon lime zest 1 ½ cups coconut mango…

  • Chocolate Mint Pudding

    Serves 6-8 Ingredients 1½ cups sugar ¼ cup cornstarch 12 ounces high-quality bittersweet chocolate 3 cups milk (infused with fresh mint, recipe follows) 3 egg yolks 1 teaspoon vanilla Salt Directions In a heavy bottom saucepan, whisk together sugar and cornstarch. Add chocolate, and melt down, whisking well. In another bowl, beat eggs with milk,…