Recipes – Ger-nis

Author: Nissa

  • 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…

  • Fresh Tomato or Pizza Sauce

    Makes 3-4 cups tomato sauce and 2 cups pizza sauce. Ingredients 6 medium tomatoes chopped 1/4 cup chopped garlic 1/4 cup chopped yellow onions 1/2 cup red wine 1 teaspoon chili flakes 1 teaspoon dried oregano 2 tablespoons salt 2 tablespoons black pepper 1 cup chopped fresh oregano 1 cup chopped fresh basil 1/2 cup…

  • Basic Pizza Dough

    Ingredients 1 packet active dry yeast 1 cup warm water 21/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar or honey Olive oil Dried herbs (optional) Directions In a large bowl gently mix the warm water, yeast and honey until frothy and creamy for about 1-2 minutes. Let stand for 1 minute for activation…

  • Mini Mozzarella Pearls Marinating in Herbs & Chili

    Makes 1 pound of marinated mini mozzarella balls Ingredients 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons lemon zest 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper 1/2-1 teaspoon red chili flakes 1 pound fresh mini mozzarella balls 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves,…

  • Fall Fruit Farro Tart

    Makes 1 tart, serves 6 to 8 people Ingredients 1 cup farro, cooked 2 tablespoons butter, plus more for greasing pie dish 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped 4 medium plums, chopped 2 teaspoons cinnamon 3 cups ricotta cheese 2 eggs Pinch of salt Freshly grated nutmeg Plums & Rosemary for decorating the top Honey creme…

  • Roasted Beets Goat Cheese & Farro Salad

    Serves 6 Ingredients 3 medium roasted beets, chopped large 1 cup farro, cooked 1 cup baby arugula or wild arugula leaves 1 medium roasted red onion, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped fine 1/2 cup orange juice 1/4 extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 3/4 cup…

  • Luccan Farro Soup

    Serves 6-8 Ingredients Olive oil 1/2 cup pancetta, chopped fine 1 medium yellow onion 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 3 stalks celery, sliced thin 1 small leek, thinly sliced 1 medium carrot, chopped fine 1 cup tomatoes, chopped 1 cup farro, cooked 11/2 cups white beans, cooked 2 cups hearty vegetable stock 3 teaspoons salt …

  • Wild Mushroom Farro Cakes

    Makes about 10 farro cakes Ingredients 2 cups cooked farro 6 tablespoons butter 1 medium shallot, chopped fine 1 garlic clove, chopped fine 2 teaspoons lemon zest 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped fine 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped fine 2 cups wild mushrooms, roasted with salt, pepper and olive…

  • Holiday Cocktails!

    Holiday Cocktails!

    The holidays are a time for celebrating and getting all snazzed up while we mix and mingle with family & friends.  As with everything in the Ger-Nis kitchen, we want creativity to soar while keeping our work minimal and flavor maximized.  Here are some of our favorite cocktail recipes, some are indeed a bit weird…

  • Plum Pot Stickers with Ginger Butter

    Ingredients 4 plums, deseeded and chopped fine 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated 1/2 cup Japanese plum wine 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 12 dumpling wrappers, round 2 tablespoons butter 2 teaspoons ginger, chopped fine 1 tablespoon honey 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped walnuts 1 teaspoon cinnamon,…

  • Ginger, Chicken & Shitake Sticky Buns

    Ginger, Chicken & Shitake Sticky Buns

    Dough-Chinese Steamed Buns Ingredients 1 tablespoon active dry yeast 1 teaspoon white sugar 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup warm water 11/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons white sugar 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Directions 1. Mix together yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/4 cup flour, and…

  • 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…

  • Steamed Pork & Shrimp (Open) Dumplings

    Steamed Pork & Shrimp (Open) Dumplings

    Serves 6 Ingredients 2 pounds ground pork 1/4 cup shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped fine 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped fine 1/2 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped fine 1/4 cup scallions, sliced thin 2 tablespoons Chinese chives 1 tablespoon Chinese mustard 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 12 dumpling skins (round)…

  • Pan Fried Chinese Mustard Dumplings with Miso Ginger Glaze

    Makes about 20 dumplings Ingredients 1/2 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped fine 1/2 tablespoon garlic, chopped fine 1/4 cup scallions, sliced thin 1 cup shredded baby bok choy or Chinese greens (blanched) 2 teaspoons hot Chinese mustard 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon…

  • Poached Eggs and Orange Miso over Baby Bok Choy

    Serves 6-8 Ingredients 1/3 cup fresh orange juice 1 teaspoon orange zest 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar (lime flavored) 1 tablespoon tamari 2 tablespoons miso 1 tablespoon coconut oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped fine 1 medium shallot, chopped 1 pound baby bok choy, ends sliced off, leaves loosened 2…

  • Ginger Pumpkin Pancakes, Nutmeg Star Anise Butter & Ginger Maple Syrup

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1 cup all purpose flour 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 2 teaspoons freshly grated fresh ginger 1 large egg 3/4 cup milk 3/4 cup canned or fresh pumpkin 1/4 cup yogurt 2 tablespoons butter,…

  • Ginger Apple Cinnamon Bins with Nutmeg Plum Glaze

    Makes 2 dozen rolls Ingredients For the dough: 5 cups all purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 2 packages active dry yeast 1/2 cup water, hot 1/2 cup milk 3 eggs, beaten Butter Ginger-Apple Filling (recipe follows) Nutmeg Plum Icing (recipe follows) Directions In…

  • 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…

  • Orange, Cranberry & Pecan Muffins

    Ingredients 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup sour cream 2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh or frozen cranberries 1/2 cup chopped pecans  (optional) 1 tablespoon…

  • Blueberry Cheese Danish Pastries

    Ingredients For the filling: 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg yolk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons all purpose flour 1 cup crushed blueberries For the glaze: 11/4 cups confectioners’ sugar 2 tablespoons fresh…

  • 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’…

  • Pumkin Coffee Cake

    Ingredients Topping: 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 tablespoon cold butter or margarine 1/2 cup chopped pecans Cake: 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup canned or cooked pumpkin 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups all purpose flour…

  • Simple Scones with Dried Fruit

    Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 21/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 oz cold butter or margarine 2/3 cup whole milk 1 egg separated 3/4 cup dried fruit 2 teaspoons sugar for sprinkling Directions Preheat oven to 325°F. In a large bowl, stir together flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder and…

  • Lemon & Oregano Chicken Greek Salads

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1 large chicken breast, sliced thin Salt Cracked black pepper 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest 1/2 cup lemon juice 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 2 cups romaine lettuce torn into bite size pieces 1/2 cup calamata olives 1/2 cup feta, crumbled 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves 1/2 cup olive oil Juice of 2…

  • Ginger-Chicken Foil Packs with Baby Bok Choy

    Serves 6 Ingredients 2 chicken breasts cut into thin strips Salt & Pepper 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 1/4 cup tamari 3-4 baby bok choy heads, leaves 4 shitake mushrooms, chopped 1 tablespoon ginger, chopped fine 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh Thai basil leaves, chopped Direction Pre-heat oven to 350°F degrees. In…

  • 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…

  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Apples & Mint

    Serves 4 Ingredients 2 pounds brussel sprouts, cleaned, trimmed and halved lengthwise 2 tart apples, cored and chopped into bite size chunks (peel on) 1 medium red onion, chopped medium 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, torn into small pieces 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon almond oil (optional) Directions Pre-heat oven to…

  • Garlicky Herbed Mashed Potatoes

    Serves 6 Ingredients 4 pounds russet potatoes, scrubbed, peeled and chopped medium Salt 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped fine 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped fine 1 tablespoon  nutritional yeast (optional) 1 cup almond or soy milk Freshly cracked black pepper Directions Bring a large pot of salted water with the…

  • Whole Wheat Cranberry Sage Rolls with Pumpkin Butter

    Makes about 24 rolls Ingredients 1 package active dry yeast 1 cup lukewarm water 1 teaspoon dark molasses or honey 21/2 cups unbleached white flour 1 cup whole wheat flour 2 tablespoons salt 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup fresh sage, chopped fine 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped fine 2 tablespoons olive oil Pumpkin butter (recipe…

  • Fall Fruit Farro Tart

    Makes 1 tart, serves 6 to 8 people Ingredients   1 cup farro, cooked 2 tablespoons butter, plus more for greasing pie dish 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped 4 medium plums, chopped 2 teaspoons cinnamon 3 cups ricotta cheese 2 eggs pinch of salt Freshly grated nutmeg Plums & Rosemary for decorating the top Honey…

  • Herbal Pie Pockets

    Makes 12-15 pies   Ingredients Basic Pie Crust Dough Recipe (follows)4 medium pears or apples, peeled, cored and chopped fine2 tablespoons fresh herbs of choice, thyme. lemon thyme, basil, roseamry1 pinch of ground cardamom½ cup light brown sugar or sugar in the raw1 teaspoon lemon juice1 egg, beaten1 teaspoon flaked sea salt1 teaspoon turbinado sugar or sugar…

  • Winter Herbal Citrus Soda

    Makes 1 Large Pitcher Ingredients 1/4 cup fresh parsley 1/4 cup fresh basil 3 tablespoons fresh lemon thyme leaves zest of 1 lime zest of 1 lemon 1 cup turbinado sugar or white sugar 1 cup water 2 cups citrus juice: tangerines, lemons, limes, oranges Directions Combine the herbs, zest, sugar and water in a…

  • Herbs & Thanksgiving

    Thanksgiving is a time we all get together and celebrate family and friends over food. There is not a better partner for Thanksgiving than fresh herbs.  More people consume fresh herbs on Thanksgiving than any other holiday all year round.  The average household who may never use a fresh herb typically uses three or four…

  • Quick Herb Rolls

    Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 T baking powder ½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 stick cold unsalted butter cut into cubes ¾ c -1 c buttermilk ¼ cup fresh herbs of choice, chopped fine Directions Preheat oven to 425°F and lightly grease a baking sheet. Into a large bowl mix together flour,…

  • Orange Thyme Cranberry Sauce

    Makes 3 cups Ingredients 2 cups fresh cranberries 1 cup light brown sugar or turbinado sugar Zest of 1 orange Juice of one orange ½ cup fresh thyme leaves 1 cinnamon stick ½ cup water Directions Place all ingredients in a sauce pan over medium heat and cook until cranberries begin to burst. Reduce heat…

  • The Pumpkin In the Rye

    Makes a few drinks This sweet and spicy cocktail is not for the meak and meager, bold flavors with a hint of sweetness showcases the hip comeback of ryes.  Unlike bourbon sweet disposition and scotch’s smoky temperament, rye is all about being bold and spicy, this drink is perfect for a crisp fall evening amongst…

  • 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,…

  • Rosemary Plum Pie Pockets

    Makes 12-15 pies Ingredients Basic Pie Crust Dough (Recipe Follows) 6 medium plums, peeled, cored and chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped fine 1 pinch of ground cardamom ½ cup light brown sugar or sugar in the raw 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon flaked sea salt 1 teaspoon turbinado sugar…

  • Maple Sage Crusted Pumpkin Tart with Nutmeg Cardamom Whipped Cream

    Makes 1 tart Ingredients For the tart 1½ cups all purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped super fine 1 stick butter, cold and cubed 3 tablespoons maple syrup ¼ cup whole milk For the filling 2 eggs 1 can (12 ounces evaporated milk) ¾ cup brown sugar 2 cups pumpkin puree…

  • Old Fashioned Apple Pie with Cross Stitch Top

    Makes 1 pie Ingredients For the crust 2½ cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar or light brown sugar 2 teaspoons freshly grated cinnamon 1¼ sticks butter, cold and cubed small ½ cup ice water For the filling 6-8 medium tart apples, peeled, cored and sliced about a ½ inch thick…

  • 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…

  • Bay Leaf Créme Burlée

    Makes 6 ramekins Ingredients 2 cups of whole milk 2 cups of heavy cream 12 fresh bay leaves 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped out (seeds reserved) 3 large eggs 5 large egg yolks ¾ cup of sugar (plus more) Pinch of salt Bay leaf sugar (1 cup sugar and 4-6 bay leaves in…

  • Fall Herb Cassoulet

    Serves 4-6 Ingredients Olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped fine 4 cloves garlic, chopped fine ½ tablespoon lemon zest 2 pounds heirloom beans, pre soaked and par boiled 1 cup white wine 2 cups vegetable or chicken stock ½ cup fresh thyme leaves ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves 2 tablespoons fresh marjoram leaves 2…

  • Herbs De Provence Crispy Baked Chicken with Lemon Olive Tapenade

    Serves 6 Ingredients 6-12 pieces of chicken (wings, legs, boneless thighs and boneless breasts) Salt & pepper 1 cup buttermilk Zest and juice of one lemon 2 tablespoons herbs of Provence 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves ½ tablespoon fresh marjoram leaves ½ tablespoon fresh savory, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped fine 1 tablespoon lavender…

  • Red Onion, Apple & Brie Tart

    Makes 24 small tarts Ingredients 1 sheet puff pastry, rolled out on a baking sheet and cold 3 tablespoons butter 2 cups red onion, sliced 1 cup apples, sliced 1 cup brie 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves Salt/pepper Directions Preheat oven to 375°F. Meanwhile, in a large sauté pan over medium heat, and butter. Cook…

  • Lavender Lemon Pastis

    Makes 1 drink Ingredients 1 cup water 1 tablespoon lavender flowers 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 cup sugar 2 ounces pastis (ricard) 4 ounces cold water Directions Make the simple syrup by adding the water, lavender, lemon zest and sugar into a medium saucepan and bring to a slow boil, reduce heat and simmer for…

  • Thai Basil Chili Tofu Satay with Mild Peanut Sauce

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1 pound firm tofu, cubed Wooden skewers, presoaked 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 3 cloves of garlic, grated 2 tablespoons fresh thai basil, chopped fine Zest of 1 lime Juice of 3 limes 2 tablespoons soy sauce Mild Peanut Sauce (recipe follows) Directions Mix the ginger, garlic, thai basil, lime juice and…

  • Ginger Lime Shrimp Satay with Chili Honey Sauce

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1½ pounds medium to large sized shrimp Wooden skewers presoaked 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 3 cloves of garlic, grated 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped fine Zest of 1 lime Juice of 3 limes 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon spicy sambal Chili Honey Sauce (recipe follows) Directions Mix the ginger, garlic, lime…

  • Tamarind Beef Satay with Hot & Cold Cucumber Mint Sauce

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1½ pounds beef, hanger of flank steak preffered, cut into strips and pound thin Wooden Skewers, pre-soaked 2 tablespoons tamarind paste 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 3 cloves of garlic, grated 1 shallot, chopped fine Zest of 1 lime Juice of 3 limes 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon sambal Hot &…

  • Spicy Indonesian Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce & Spicy Sambal

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1½ pounds of chicken breast, cut into strips and pounded thin Wooden skewers, pre-soaked 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 3 cloves of garlic, grated ½ cup red onion, chopped fine ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped fine ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped fine Zest of 1 lime Juice of 3 limes 2 tablespoons…

  • Pickled Ginger Red Onion Cucumbers

    Makes 2 cups Ingredients 1 cup water 1 cup rice wine vinegar, flavored with ginger if you can find ¼ cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt ¼ cup chopped fresh mint 1 large euro cucumber washed & sliced thin (peels on) 2 cayenne or red chili peppers sliced thinly, seeds removed (Serrano chili’s can be substituted)…

  • Ginger-Lime Basil Coolers

    Makes One Pitcher Ingredients 2 chunks of fresh ginger the size of a small sized hand each 2 cups fresh basil leaves 1 cup sugar 3-4 lime juiced 2 liters seltzer water 2 cups water Directions Wash and scrub ginger well, remove skin by scraping ginger with a spoon, not worrying too much about getting…

  • Ramen in Spicy Seafood Broth

    Serves 4 Ingredients 8 ounces Ramen Noodles 1 head garlic, cloves separated and smashed 1 small jalapeño pepper, sliced into paper-thin rings (with its seeds) 1 small bunch cilantro, stems removed from leaves and reserved, leaves coarsely chopped (about ½ cup) 1 cup dry white wine 1 cup frozen peas 1 medium carrot, peeled, halved…

  • Ramen in Curried Coconut Broth

    Serves 4 Ingredients 8 ounces Ramen Noodles 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 cups diced onion (about 2 medium) Coarse sea salt or kosher salt 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks (about 4 cups) 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger 1 teaspoon ground…

  • Roasted Chicken Stock

    Ingredients 4 pounds chicken wings, each chopped into 3-4 pieces 4 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 8 cloves garlic peeled and left whole 2 stalks of celery, chopped 6 sprigs fresh thyme Directions 1. Place oven rack in lowest position and preheat oven to 500°F. 2. Combine the…

  • Ramen Noodles in Quick Roasted Chicken Broth and Crispy Shallots

    Serves 4 Ingredients 8 ounces Ramen 4 cups roasted chicken broth Crispy shallots Salt and fresh ground black pepper Chopped parsley Directions 1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add salt to taste. Cook the ramen then drain well. Divide the noodles among 4 deep bowls. 2. Heat the chicken stock…

  • Ramen Tofu and Vegetables in Dashi

    Serves 4 Ingredients For the soup 8 ounces Ramen ½ cup naturally brewed soy sauce 1⁄3 cup mirin 3 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger 1 cup snow peas, stringed and halved crosswire 1 package soft tofu, cubed For the garnishes 1 romaine lettuce heart, shredded 1 cup daikon or red radish,…

  • Petit Fours

    Ingredients For the cake ½ cup butter or margarine, melted 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 11⁄3 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 2⁄3 cup milk 3 egg whites For the fruit glaze 12 ounces apricot or raspberry preserves (or heated jelly may be used instead) 3 tablespoons water For…

  • Ginger Lemon Meringue Tarts

    Ingredients 4 egg yolks (reseve whites for meringue) 1⁄3 cup cornstarch 1½ cups water 11⁄3 cup sugar ¼ teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons butter ½ cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest 1 box gingersnap cookies (2 cups) 2 tablespoons butter, melted 4 egg whites Pinch of salt 2 tablespoons sugar Directions Pre-heat oven…

  • Earl Grey Tea Madeleines with Orange Chocolate Glaze

    Ingredients 5 tablespoons unsalted butter plus additional for molds, at room temperature 2 tablespoons loose tea or tea from 2 tea bags (preferably Earl Grey) ¾ cup all purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking powder Pinch of salt 2 large eggs 1⁄3 cup sugar 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ½ teaspoon finely grated lemon…

  • Rainbow Cookies

    Ingredients 8 ounces almond paste, at room temperature 8 ounces butter, softened 1 cup sugar 4 eggs, separated 2 cups all purpose flour 6 drops yellow, pink and green food coloring 1⁄3 cup raspberry preserves 1⁄3 cup orange marmalade 1 cup semisweet chocolate (melted) Directions Cream butter, almond paste and sugar until creamed. Add egg…

  • Skyr Mousse with Crowberry Sauce and Sweet Rye Bread Dust

    Serves 12 Ingredients For the Skyr Mousse 1 vanilla bean pod 18 ounces plain skyr 3 ounces granulated sugar 2 ounces heavy cream 7 ounces heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks 3 sheets gelatin, soaked in warm water until pliable, excess water squeezed out For the Crowberry Sauce 5 ounces fresh crowberries 2 ounces granulated…

  • Pine Bough Sautéed Langoustines and Crispy Shallots with Nori Salt and Shallot Mayonnaise

    Serves 12 Ingredients For the Crispy Shallots 2⁄3 cup canola oil 10 shallots, peeled and thinly sliced into rings 2 sprigs finely chopped dill Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste For the Shallot Mayonnaise 6 large eggs 2 tablespoons canola oil, plus ½ cup 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1 small leek,…

  • Icelandic Herb & Moss Salad with Buttermilk Dressing

    Serves 12 Ingredients For the dressing 2 cups buttermilk 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 garlic clove, peeled 1 sprig dill, finely chopped ¼ cup grapeseed oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste For serving A variety of Icelandic flowers, herbs and moss that could include purslane, wood sorrel, dill, Icelandic moss,…

  • Hay Smoked Arctic Char and Celery Root Purée with Wood Sorrel Ash and Pickled Pearl Onions

    Serves 12 Ingredients For the Pickled Pearl Onions 1¼ pounds pearl onions 3 tablespoons sugar 8 cloves 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds Eight ½-wide strips of lemon zest 1¼ cups white vinegar 1¼ cups water 2 teaspoons kosher salt For the Wood Sorrel Ash 2 ounces wood sorrel For the Celery Root Purée 1 medium…

  • Homemade Kit Kat Bars

    Ingredients 75 club crackers ½ pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter 2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar ½ cup milk 1⁄3 cup granulated sugar 2⁄3 cup creamy peanut butter ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips ½ cup butterscotch chips Directions Line 9-by-13-inch rectangular baking pan with one later of Club crackers…

  • Pumpkin Seed Brittle

    Ingredients 1 cup sugar ½ cup water 1⁄8 teaspoon fine sea salt ¾ cup raw green (hulled) pumpkin seeds (not toasted; 4 ounces) Directions Put a 24-by-12-inch sheet of parchment on a work surface and anchor corners with pieces of tape. Bring sugar, water, and sea salt to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan…

  • Maple Pecan Popcorn

    Makes about 10 cups Ingredients About 8 cups plain popcorn 1 cup pecans or any nuts on hand, coarsely chopped and toasted ¾ stick unsalted butter 1½ cups pure maple syrup ½ teaspoon salt Directions Toss popcorn and pecans in a large bowl. Line bottom of a 17-by-11-inch 4-sided sheet pan with foil, then lightly…

  • Homemade Peanut Butter & S’mores Cups

    Yields about 2 dozen mini peanut butter cups and 4-6 large s’mores. Ingredients For the candy shells Chocolate For the peanut butter filling 1 cup peanut butter ½ cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the s’mores filling 1 cup marshmallow fluff 2 graham crackers, broken in pieces Directions Temper the chocolate and pour…

  • Old Fashion Candy Apples

    Ingredients 15 apples 2 cups white sugar 1 cup light corn syrup 1½ cups water 8 drops red food coloring Directions Lightly grease cookie sheets. Insert craft sticks into whole, stemmed apples. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine sugar, corn syrup and water. Heat to 300 to 310 degrees F (149 to 154…

  • Buckwheat Crepes with Greek Yogurt and Fresh Fruit

    Makes 8 crepes Buckwheat adds a delicious sour note to crepes and breads. As a crop, buckwheat gives a boost to the environment because it suppresses weed growth and provides nectar for honeybees. It requires little to no chemical fertilization and actually adds nutrients to the depleted soil on which it’s grown. I like to…

  • Savory Millet and Hominy Cakes with Cilantro Jalapeño Sauce

    Makes 8 cakes The cakes can be seared in a pan instead of baked. For additional serving options, put a dollop of yogurt or some crumbled feta cheese on top. Or serve grilled chicken or fish on top of the cakes, and garnish with the sauce. Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola or olive oil for cooking,…

  • Lemony Gold Beet Barley Risotto

    Serves 6 Barley replaces the traditional Arborio rice here for a textured, nutty-tasting whole-grain risotto. Soaking the barley overnight reduces its cooking time. Gold beets have a sweet, mellow flavor. When roasted with the skin intact, their beautiful color is preserved. Wait to salt the risotto until you’ve added the ricotta salata; as the name…

  • Creamy Farro Salad with Shaved Fennel, Beets and Radishes

    Serves 4 Farro is the Tuscan name for spelt, a hard brown wheat traditionally eaten in Tuscany, Italy. Farro looks similar to short grain brown rice, and has a nutty, earthy taste. Farro’s chewy texture holds up even after long cooking. Because of its hard texture, it’s good to soak farro overnight in order to…

  • Deep Beef Stew

    Serves 6 Ingredients 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1″ chunks Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup Wondra flour Grapeseed oil as needed 1 large or 2 small white onions, diced large 2 large carrots, sliced in half lengthwide and cut into ½” half-moons 2 turnips, diced medium (same size as potatoes) 2…

  • Porcini & Parmesan Farro

    Serves 4 Ingredients 1 cup farro or barley, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large shallot, minced 2 oz. dried porcini mushrooms, or other dried mushrooms, such as shitake or morels 1 cup hot water ¼ cup white wine 1 cup mushrooms, vegetable or chicken stock Salt and freshly ground black pepper to…

  • Tangy Muhammara (Red Pepper & Walnut Dip)

    Ingredients 1 cup walnuts 3 to 4 cloves garlic ¼ cup breadcrumbs 2 red peppers, roasted and pureed 3 tablespoons tomato paste 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses 1 teaspoon lemon juice Salt to taste ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon dried mint (or 1…

  • 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…

  • Jeremiah’s Boozy Banana Bread with Vanilla Rum Butter

    Makes 1 loaf Ingredients 4 ripe bananas ¼ cup vanilla and cinnamon infused rum ¼ cup melted butter 2 tablespoons almond oil 1 cup turbinado sugar 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1½ cups all purpose flour Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. Smash together bananas, rum, vanilla, melted butter, almond oil…

  • Baked Corn & Wheat Cumin Cilantro Chips

    Ingredients 10-12 whole wheat tortillas, cut into 3 inch triangles 12-15 corn tortillas, cut into 3 inch triangles 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted Juice of 1 lime Salt Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut tortillas and place in a large bowl. In a separate small bowl…

  • Heirloom Tomato Pico de Gallo

    Makes 3 cups Ingredients 2 cups heirloom cherry tomatoes, chopped fiine ½ cup white onion, chopped very fine ½ cup red bell peppers, chopped very fine ½ cup cilanro leaves 1-2 jalapeño peppers, chopped fine and deseeded 1 teaspoon cumin Juice of 3-4 limes Salt Directions Mix all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl until…

  • Salsa Acapulceno

    Makes 2-3 cups Ingredients 4 roma or plum tomatoes, chopped small ¼ cup capers ½ cup green olives, pitted and chopped 1 small white onion, chopped small 2 teaspoons lemon zest 4 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves, chopped 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves,…

  • 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,…

  • Nectarine Green Bell Pepper Salsa

    Makes 2-3 cups Ingredients 2 nectarines, not fully ripe, firm, deseeded and chopped small ½ red bell pepper, deseeded and chopped small 1 green bell pepper, deseeded and chopped small ½ red onion, chopped small 1 serrano chili, deseeded and chopped fine ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped fine Juice of 2 limes 1 teaspoon salt…

  • Pineapple, Red Onion Serrano Salsa

    Makes 2-3 cups Ingredients 1½ cup fresh pineapple, chopped small 1 small red onion, chopped small 2 serrano peppers, sliced thin Juice of 2 limes 1 teaspoon salt (more to taste if needed) Directions Toss all ingredients together in a medium bowl and mix well. Let stand approximately 1 hour before serving, keep cold.

  • Roasted Tomatillo, White Onion & Jalapeño Salsa

    Makes 2-3 cups Ingredients 10-12 medium tomatillos, quartered 1 medium white onion, peeled and quartered 2-3 jalapeños, cut in half and deseeded 2 pablano peppers, cut in half and deseeded 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon cumin Juice of 1 lime ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped Directions Preheat oven to 400°F. Place tomatillos and onions…

  • 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…

  • Pumpkin, Potato, Spinach Madras Curry

    Serves 4 Ingredients Canola oil (to coat bottom of the pan) 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 2 tablespoon ginger, chopped fine 1 fresh red chili, chopped fine (optional for extra heat) 2 medium yellow onions, chopped large 5-6 fresh curry leaves (optional) 2 cups pumpkin, peeled, deseeded and cubed in 2 inch cubes 6-8 baby…

  • Slow Roasted Madras Leg of Lamb

    Serves 8 Ingredients Canola oil (to coat bottom of the pan) 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 2 tablespoons ginger, chopped fine 1 fresh red chili, chopped fine (optional for extra heat) 2 medium yellow onions, chopped large 5-6 fresh curry leaves (optional) 1 4-5 pound leg of lamb trimmed, bone in 1 teaspoon salt 1…

  • Tandoori Toasted Vegetables with Cucumber Mint Chutney

    Serves 4 Ingredients Olive oil or canola oil 6-8 baby potaotes, halved 2 cups cauliflower florets 2 medium carrots, chopped large 1 red bell pepper, chopped large 1 green bell pepper, chopped large 1 red onion, chopped large 1 medium yellow onion, chopped large Salt & pepper 1.5 ounces of Ger-Nis’ tandoori spice mix (recipe…

  • Oven Tandoori Chicken with Cucumber Mint Chutney

    Serves 4 Ingredients 8 chicken pieces, thighs, breasts, wings, drumsticks etc Salt & pepper 1.5 ounces of Ger-Nis’ tandoori spice mix (recipe follows) ½ cup yogurt 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves ¼ cup lemon juice ½ tablespoon lemon zest ½ tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped Cucumber Mint…

  • Tandoori Spice Mix – BULK

    Makes about 6 cups (48 ounces) Ingredients 1 cup ground ginger 1 cup ground cumin 1 cup ground coriander 1 cup paprika ½ cup cardamom powder ½ cup ground cinnamon ½ cup ground black pepper ½ cup ground cayenne pepper ¼ cup salt 1½ cup turmeric Directions Mix together all ingredients in a small mixing…

  • Madras Curry Mix – BULK

    Makes about 6 cups (48 ounces) Ingredients ½ cup coriander, ground 2 cups cumin, ground 1 cup black mustard seeds, ground 1⁄3 cup black peppercorns, ground 1⁄3 cup cloves, ground 3 tablespoons fenugreek seeds, ground 3 tablespoons fennel seeds, ground ¼ cup salt 16 dried small red chili, ground Directions Mix together all ingredients in…

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    Serves 4-6 Ingredients Canola oil (to coat bottom of the pan) 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 tablespoon ginger, chopped fine 1 fresh red chili, chopped fine (optional for extra heat) 1 medium yellow onion, chopped large 5-6 fresh curry leaves (optional) 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1½ inch cubes 1.5 ounces Ger-Nis’…

  • Tandoori Spiced Baby Lamb Chops with Cucumber Mint Chutney

    Serves 4 Ingredients 8 baby lamb chops, French cut, trimmed of fat and about ½ inch thick Salt & pepper 1.5 ounces of Ger-Nis’ tandoori spice mix (recipe follows) ½ cup yogurt 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves ¼ cup lemon juice ½ tablespoon lemon zest ½ tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped…

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    Makes one cocktail Ingredients ½ ounce apply honey syrup Cava Directions Place the honey syrup in the bottom of a champagne glass and fill with cava. Stir and garnish with a teaspoon of apple pre soaked in honey syrup, chopped fine. **apple honey syrup: place ½ cup honey, 1 apple, chopped fine and ½ cup…

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