Recipes – Ger-nis

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  • Carrot & Mango Chicken Mole

    INGREDIENTS 3 grilled carrots, chopped 10 dried guajillo chilies, washed 1 ½ pounds ripey ellow  tomatoes, coarsely chopped 1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped 6 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped 1 tbsp. dried oregano, crumbled 1 tbsp. dried epazote, crumbled 1 tablespoon annatto seeds ¼ teaspoon allspice 1 stick canela (Mexican cinnamon) 4 whole peppercorns…

  • Mango Negroni

    2 ounces mango infused gin* 1 ounce campari 1/2  ounce sweet vermouth Mango slice garnish In a rocks glass stir together the gin, campari and sweet vermouth.  Fill with ice and garnish with a slice of mango. *Mango infused Gin-Place one ripe mango (chopped)  in a mason jar and fill with gin and allow to…

  • Roasted Spicy Moroccan Chicken with Figs & Carrots in Spicy Brown Butter Sauce

    Serves 4 Ingredients 6-8 pieces of chicken, drumsticks, wings, legs or breasts Salt 2 tablespoons ros al hanout, traditional or modern recipe, plus 1 tablespoon 6 medium carrots, cut in half 12-16 dried figs 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 medium red onion, chopped large 1 tablespoon orange zest ½ tablespoon lemon zest Juice of 1…

  • Moroccan Harissa Herbal Stew

    Ingredients 1 lb of lamb meat cut into 1 inch cubes 1 large yellow onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 cup chickpeas, soaked overnight and drained 5 large tomatoes, chopped 1 cup red lentils ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro ½ cup chopped fresh parsley ½ teaspoon turmeric ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon Juice and…

  • “Moroccan” Spiced Brown Sugar

    Makes 1 cup Ingredients 1 tablespoon Ras El Hanout (traditional recipe follows) ½ cup turbinado sugar ¼ cup brown sugar Directions Place all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.

  • Meyer Lemon Cupcakes with Herbal Icing

    Makes 18 cupcakes Ingredients 3 cups flour 2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon meyer lemon zest 3 sticks butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla 1¼ cups buttermilk ¼ cup meyer lemon juice 4 eggs Herbal Icing Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease 2 piece muffin tins.…

  • Meyer Lemon Herbal Icing

    Makes 1½ cups Ingredients 1 cup powdered sugar ¼ cup meyer lemon juice 2 teaspoons fresh mint, chopped fine 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped fine 2 teaspoons fresh basil, chopped fine Directions Whisk all the ingredients together until smooth and creamy.

  • Meyer Lemon Infused Finishing Salts

    Makes ½ cup Ingredients ½ cup maldon Zest of 2 Meyer lemons Directions Combine ingredients in a small bowl, and place in a mason jar or other air tight container. Use on chicken, fish, salads, or grilled, steamed or sautéed vegetables.

  • Meyer Lemon Chicken Salad Sandwiches

    Serves 4 Ingredients ½ cup créme fraiche Juice and zest of 1 Meyer lemon ¼ cup of chopped parsley, chives and basil (in total) Pinch of salt and pepper 1 cup of roasted chicken, cubed or shredded Directions Mix ½ cup créme fraiche and the juice and zest of one Meyer lemon together with ¼…

  • Anna Klinger’s Malfatti (Ricotta and Swiss Chard Dumplings)

    Serves 6 We are extermely blessed here at Ger-Nis Culinary & Herb Center to be neighbots of Chef Anna Klinger and Al Di La. Her Malfatti Dumplings are divine and renown throughout New York City and beyond. Ingredients 1 pound ricotta 4 bunches Swiss Chard, stemmed, chopped and blanched 2 sticks (16 tablespoons) unsalted butter…

  • Mint Chutney

    Makes 1½ cups chutney Ingredients 2 cups fresh mint leaves ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves ¼ cup water ½ tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped 3 tablespoons lemon juice, with pulp 2 tablespoons grape seed oil or vegetable oil ½ tablespoon black mustard seeds, crushed 1 teaspoon salt plus additional to taste Directions Mix together all ingredients…

  • Miso Citrus Dipping Sauce

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

  • Maple & Meyer Lemon Bourboun Sauce

    Makes 2 cups Ingredients 2 teaspoons Meyer lemon zest 1 tablespoon corn starch ½ cup Meyer lemon juice 1 tablespoon maple syrup 2 tablespoons *Buffalo Trace White Dog Bourboun 1 cup sugar 3 large eggs, beaten Pinch of salt *Hemispherical Meyer Lemon Bitters Directions Whisk together all ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to…

  • Moose, Venison or Elk Country Fried Steak

    Serves 4 Ingredients 4-9 ounce steaks, cubed or pounded with a meat mallet 1 cup flour 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped superfine 2 eggs beaten ½ teaspoon nutmeg, freshly ground ½ cup canola oil 2 cups buttermilk Directions Pound…

  • Mexican Herbed Chicken Albondigas Soup

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1 lb ground chicken Juice and zest of 2 limes ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped fine 1 teaspoon jalapeño pepper, chopped fine ¼ cup red pepper, chopped fine 1 tablespoon dried cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1 egg, beaten Soup Ingredients Olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 medium red onion, chopped…

  • Moroccan “Krak” Tea

    Ingredients 3 ounces Kraken rum ½ ounce lemon juice ½ ounce orange juice 2-3 mint leaves 1 ounce orange peel black pepper syrup (recipe follows) 2 ounces homemade ginger ale Sparkling wine “Moroccan” Spiced Candied Kumquats (recipe follows) Directions Mix together the kraken, lemon juice, orange juice, mint leaves, ginger ale and syrup and pour…

  • Moroccan Spiced Dried Fruit & Nut Sundaes

    Serves 4-6 Ingredients ½ cup dried apricots, chopped ½ cup dried figs, chopped ½ cup dried dates, chopped ½ cup almonds 1 teaspoon cinnamon, freshly grated 1 tablespoon orange zest 1 tablespoon traditional ros el hanout recipe 1 cup turbinado sugar ¼ cup water 3 tablespoons orange juice ½ stick butter ¼ tablespoon heavy cream…

  • Roasted Spicy Moroccan Chicken with Figs & Carrots in Spicy Brown Butter Sauce

    Serves 4 Ingredients 6-8 pieces of chicken, drumsticks, wings, legs or breasts Salt 2 tablespoons ros al hanout, traditional or modern recipe, plus 1 tablespoon 6 medium carrots, cut in half 12-16 dried figs 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 medium red onion, chopped large 1 tablespoon orange zest ½ tablespoon lemon zest Juice of 1…

  • Roasted Mushroom and Greens Buckwheat Ramen

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped superfine 2 garlic clove, chopped superfine 1 cups shitake mushrooms, sliced 3 tablespoons miso paste 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (yuzo or plain) 1 teaspoon lime zest 2 tablespoons tamari 1 teaspoon brown sugar 2 teaspoons sesame oil 1 teaspoon chili paste or sauce 3 cups vegetable stock…

  • Miso Ramen with Tofu & Eggs

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1 package firm tofu 3 tablespoons miso paste 2 tablespoons mirin 1 teaspoon sugar 2 teaspoons sesame oil 1 teaspoon chili paste or sauce 3 cups vegetable stock 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped superfine 1 garlic clove, chopped superfine 5 green onions, sliced thinly 8 ounces ramen noodles 3 hard boiled eggs,…

  • Herby Meatloaf

    Serves 4 Ingredients 2 pounds extra lean ground beef 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped fine 2 green onions, chopped (including green parts) ½ cup fresh parsley leaves 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves, chopped fine 2 tablespoons lemon thyme or regular thyme 1 tablespoon wholegrain mustard 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons…

  • Medjool Compote (Sweet)

    Makes 2½ cups Ingredients 2 cups Medjool dates, chopped fine 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped fine 1 tablespoon orange zest ¼ cup fresh orange juice ¼ cup hot water 2 tablespoons honey 1 cinnamon stock 2 star anise Directions Place all ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir and place tempeature…

  • Medjool Chutney (Savory)

    Makes 2½ cups Ingredients Olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped fine 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, peeled and chopped fine 1-2 red chilies, chopped fine 2 cups Medjool dates, pitted and chopped fine ¼ cup golden raisins ¼ cup brown sugar ½ teaspoon curry powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon…

  • Mozzarella Pizzas with Selection of Toppings

    Ingredients Pizza Dough Pizza Sauce Toppings Fresh Mozzarella, sliced thin Directions Pre-heat oven to 400°F. Roll out the pizza dough into 3 round pies. Place the dough on baking sheet lines with parchment paper. Spoon a bit of sauce on each pie and add the desired toppings. Place a few slices of the mozzarella over…

  • 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,…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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,…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Mini Cream Fruit Tarts: Apricot, Italian Plum & Prune, Raspberry, Blueberry

    Makes 8 Tartlets Ingredients Lemon Cream Almond Cream Honey & Herbed Ricotta 1 cup sliced apricots 1 cup sliced Italian plums ¼ cup prunes, chopped fine 1 cup raspberries 1 cup blueberries 8 tartlet shells, par-baked Ginger Honey Glaze Herbal Honey Glaze Sweet Black Pepper Cherry Glaze Directions Pre-heat oven to 350 ° F. Place…

  • Mattar Paneer

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1 package of paneer (cubed) 2 tablespoons ghee 3-4 cardamom pods, whole 1 small stick of cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 small onion, diced 1/4 teaspoon ginger, grated 3 green chilies, finely chopped 3-4 large tomatoes, pureed 1/4 teaspoon sugar Salt (to taste) 1/2 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon chili powder…

  • Mango Banana Spring Rolls with Fresh Strawberry Sauce

    Makes 6 rolls Ingredients 1 cup sweet red bean paste (recipe follows) 6 small rice paper wrappers 1 semi ripe mango sliced long and thin 2 bananas, halved and sliced into 3 inch long strips about ½ and inch thick Fresh Star Anise Strawberry Sauce (recipe follows) Directions In a large bowl of warm water,…

  • Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce

    Makes 12 rolls Ingredients 12 rice paper wrappers 1 head boston lettuce leaves, white parts removed 2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch matchsticks 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch matchsticks ½ cup scallions, chopped fine ½ cup semi ripe mango, cut into 1-inch matchsticks 24 medium sized shrimp, shelled, poached and tails removed ½…

  • Sweet Mango Curry Truffles with Sweet Curry Powder

    Makes about 30 truffles Ingredients ½ cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon curry powder ½ teaspoon fresh chili, chopped superfine 1 tablespoon honey ½ cup stone fresh mango puree or chopped ripe mango 8 ounces semisweet or bittersweet dark chocolate, chopped Sweet curry Powder for dusting (*3 teaspoon curry powder mixed with…

  • Mutton Holler Swamp Coolers

    Makes one gallon of non alcoholic mixer Ingredients Zest of 5 limes Zest of 4 lemons Juice of 10 limes Juice of 10 lemons 2 cups mint simple syrup 1 cup cucumber puree (cucumbers pureed) 1 cup strawberry puree (strawberries pureed) 4 cups water 4 cups seltzer water Ice Cucumber slices, strawberry sliced, lemon slices…

  • Mediterranean Lentil & Bulgur Salad

    Serves 4 Ingredients 1 cup lentils, cooked 1 cup cracked bulgur wheat, cooked 1 medium cucumber, peeled, deseeded and chopped medium 1 red bell pepper, chopped medium 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped fine 3 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped fine 1 clove garlic, chopped superfine ½ cup lemon juice ½ cup…

  • Lo-Cal Milkshake

    Serves 6 Ingredients ½ cup fresh strawberries, de-stemmed and chopped (optional flavor choice) 2 tablespoons chocolate powder (optional flavor choice) 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups low fat milk 1 cup ice ¼ cup honey 1 pinch of salt Directions Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.

  • Frozen Mango Margaritas

    Makes 1 pitcher Ingredients 3 ripe mangoes, peeled, deseeded and chopped Zest of 2 limes 1⁄3 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped Juice of 15 limes 1½ cups Cointreau Triple Sec 2 cups tequila blanco Coarse salt Limes for garnish and taste Directions Puree the mangoes, lime zest, cilantro leaves and lime juice in a blender…

  • Manchengo Cheese & Ham Croquettes

    Serves 6 Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small medium yellow onion ½ cup flour ¾ cup milk 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 2 eggs ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped 1 cup Serrano ham, chopped 1 cup manchengo cheese, grated 1 cup bread crumbs Oil for frying Directions In a medium sauce pan,…

  • Massaman Beef Curry

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1 pound beef, sliced or cubed (about 1 inch-chunk or sirloin is best) 2 teaspoons grated ginger 1 can 14 ounces unsweetened coconut milk 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce of tamari 1 tablespoon canola oil or peanut oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 medium yellow onion, chopped small 1 small shallot, chopped…

  • Mussels with IPA & Thai Red Curry & Lime

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped fine Zest of 1 lime 1 small red onion, chopped fine 3 tomatoes, chopped medium Juice of 2 limes 2-3 tablespoons red curry paste ½ cup IPA beer ½ stick butter 1 teaspoon maldon…

  • Massaman Thai Curry Paste / Gaeng Massaman

    Makes 1 cup Ingredients 5 small fresh red chilies 5-6 cloves garlic, chopped fine 2 tablespoons shallots, chopped fine 2 teaspoons coarse sea salt 2 tablespoons galangal root, peeled and chopped fine 2 tablespoons ginger root, peeled and chopped fine 2 tablespoons lemongrass bulb, cleaned and trimmed and chopped fine 2 tablespoons lime zest 2…

  • Wild Mushroom & Tallegio Pizza

    Makes 1-12 inch pizza Ingredients 1 Ger-Nis Pizza Dough Recipe 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon truffle oil 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 2 cups wild mushrooms, chopped ½ pound Tallegio cheese, sliced 2 cups rocolla leaves (wild arugula) Maldon salt Directions Preheat oven to 500°F. Roll our pizza dough into 12 inch circle and…

  • Basic Marinara

    Makes 2 cups of sauce Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 9 medium tomatoes, chopped ¼ cup garlic, chopped fine 1 small yellow onion, chopped fine 1 carrot, chopped fine 1 red pepper, chopped fine 1 green pepper, chopped fine ½ cup red wine 1 teaspoon chili flakes 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon salt 1…

  • Mocha Ice Coffees (Askinosie Chocolate)

    Mocha Ice Coffees (Askinosie Chocolate)

    Makes 4 Ice coffees Askinosie chocolate is an amazing little chocolate company located in Springfield, Missouri. Their chocolate is all fairly-trades with grower’s stake in the process and 100% direct cooperation with the growers, which we support fully! In addition they have only 3 ingredients to their cocoa beans, cocoa butter (which they make with…

  • Mint Pita Chips

    Mint Pita Chips

    Serves 8 Ingredients 4 pita rounds, each cut into 8 triangles 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon cumin 3 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped fine Salt Directions Preheat oven to 400°F. On a baking sheet, place pita triangles, drizzle with olive oil, cumin, and mint. Season with salt, and mix well to coat pita. Place in…

  • Spring Vegetable Minestrone with Herb Pesto

    Serves 6 Ingredients For spring vegetable minestrone 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 yellow onion, chopped small 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 6 cups vegetable stock 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped fine 3 carrots, chopped medium 3 celery ribs, chopped medium 5 asparagus stalks, trimmed and cut into ½-inch pieces 1 cup green beans, trimmed and…

  • Maple Roasted Carrots

    Serves 4 Remember, to shorten the roasting time of any root vegetable you can pre-steam it. For even speedier cooking, you can use bagged baby carrots. Ingredients 2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced into 1-inch diagonals ½-inch thick 3 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon lemon juice ½ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or extra-virgin…

  • Minted Iced Cocoa

    Makes 4 iced cocoas Ingredients 4 cups skim milk ½ cup fresh mint leaves ¼ cup sugar 4 ounces dark chocolate Directions In a medium sauce pan combine the milk, mint leaves and sugar and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5-7 minutes. Remove mint leaves and add dark…

  • Mango-Lime Granita

    Serves 6 Ingredients 2 large ripe mangoes, chopped Zest of one lime Juice of 4 limes ½ cup light brown sugar ½ cup water Directions In blender, blend all ingredients until smooth. Pour into a shallow metal pan and freeze, making sure to scrape with a fork while freezing to result in an icy freeze.

  • Spicy Mango Salad

    Serves 6 Ingredients 2 firm-greenish ripe mangoes, sliced in thin long wedges ½ cup scallions, chopped fine 1 small red onion, sliced thin ½ cup fresh mint leaves, sliced ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, sliced 1 small thai chili, sliced thin Salt Zest of one lime Juice of two limes 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar…

  • Mint Butter

    Makes ½ cup butter Ingredients 1⁄3 cup butter, softened 2 cloves garlic, chopped superfine 1 shallot, chopped superfine 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest ½ cup fresh mint, chopped fine 1 teaspoon maldon salt Directions In a small mixing bowl combine all of the ingredients and mix well until a smooth butter paste…

  • Mint Ice Cream with Fresh Orange-Beet Swirls

    Makes 5 cups INGREDIENTS 2 cups 2% milk 2 cups half and half 1 cup sugar 2 cups fresh mint, chopped 10 egg yolks 1 medium red beet, cooked and peeled and cubed ½ cup orange juice ½ cup sugar DIRECTIONS In a heavy bottomed saucepan bring the milk, half and half, sugar and mint…

  • Mango Mint Smoothie

    Makes 2-10 ounce smoothies INGREDIENTS 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, seed removed, and chopped ½ cup fresh mint leaves ½ cup water ½ cup ice Juice of one lime 3 tablespoons honey DIRECTIONS Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.

  • Mango Mint Sorbet

    INGREDIENTS 2 cups water 2 cups sugar ½ cups chopped mint 2 cups fresh mango, peeled, deseeded and chopped Zest and juice of 1 lime ¼ cup heavy cream DIRECTIONS Make simple syrup in a medium saucepan by combining the sugar and water and chopped mint. Bring to a boil until sugar dissolves, simmer for…

  • Mango Agua Fresca

    Makes 1 gallon INGREDIENTS 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, deseeded and pureed Zest and juice of 2-3 limes ½ cup honey or light brown sugar 1 cup hot water Gallon of ice cold water DIRECTIONS In a gallon pitcher combine the pureed mangoes, the lime juice and zest and the hot water, add the sugar or…

  • Fresh Mint Ice Cream

    Makes 4 cups INGREDIENTS 2 cups 2% milk 2 cups half and half 1 cup sugar 2 cups fresh mint, chopped 10 egg yolks DIRECTIONS In a heavy bottomed saucepan bring the milk, half and half, sugar, and mint to a boil and reduce heat immediately, and simmer for about 10 minutes stirring gently, allowing…

  • Molten Chocolate Cake

    Serves 8 Ingredients ½ cup butter 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped (baking squares are best) ¼ cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon vanilla ¼ cup all-purpose flour 2 eggs 2 egg yolks ¼ cup sugar Raspberry Sauce, to serve (recipe follows) Directions Preheat oven to 400° F. Grease 8 6-ounce ramekins with a generous amount of…

  • Milk Infused with Mint

    Makes 3 cups Ingredients 3 cups milk 1 cup fresh mint, crumbled between fingers Directions In a medium saucepan, add milk and fresh mint. Heat on simmer, about 5 to 8 minutes. Strain out mint, and discard.

  • Meyer Lemon Infused Finishing Salt

    Makes ½ cup INGREDIENTS ½ cup kosher salt Zest of 2 Meyer lemons DIRECTIONS Combine ingredients in a small bowl, and place in a mason jar or other air tight container. Use on chicken, fish, salads, or grilled, steamed, or satuéed vegetables.

  • Mushroom Herb Leek Puff Pastry Tartlets

    Makes 8 INGREDIENTS 1 package frozen puff pastry, thawed 3 tablespoons butter 1 small leek (white and light green only), cut into 2″ strips 2 cups mixed mushrooms, chopped or sliced (depending on mushroom) 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper ¼ cup fresh thyme leaves ¼ cup crème fraiche 1 teaspoon lemon zest ¼…

  • Malay Chicken

    Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons of canola oil 3 chicken thighs (with the skin on the bone) 3 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup julienned ginger 1 yellow onion, halved and then sliced into lengthwise pieces 1½ tablespoon dark soy sauce 1 tablespoon preserved black beans ½ cup boiled/hot water 1 tablespoon fish sauce ½ teaspoon…

  • Sweet Maple Mustard

    Makes 2 cups mustard INGREDIENTS 1 cup Smutty Nose Baltic Porter (New Hampshire) or any rich porter beer 1 cup malt vinegar ¾ cup brown mustard seeds 3 tablespoons dry mustard ¼ cup maple syrup 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped fine 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon black pepper DIRECTIONS In a medium bowl whisk together…

  • Molten Chocolate Cake with Cardamom Cream

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS ½ cup butter 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped (baking squares are best) ¼ cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon vanilla ¼ cup all-purpose flour 2 eggs 2 egg yolks ¼ cup sugar DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease 8 6-ounce ramekins with a generous amount of butter, and sprinkle with sugar. Over a…

  • Wild Mushroom Ravioli with Porcini Cream Sauce

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS For ravioli ¼ cup dried porcini mushrooms 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small shallot, chopped fine 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 2 cups mixed mushrooms, chopped fine Salt and pepper Juice and zest of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped fine 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped fine ½ cup fresh ricotta…

  • Winter Minestrone

    INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 red onion, chopped medium 3 stalks of celery, chopped small 2 medium carrots, chopped small 1 medium red bell pepper, deseeded and chopped small 1 medium yellow pepper, deseeded and chopped small 1 (28-ounce) can stewed tomatoes ½ cup fresh basil, chopped fine ½…

  • El Macau (Nicaragua)

    The Macau is the Nicaraguan national drink, typically made with Flor De Cana white rum and guava juice. We decided to put our own ginger mango twist on ti in light of featuring our Organic Fair-trade products.

  • Mango Lassi

    Serves 4 to 6 INGREDIENTS 3 cups plain yogurt Juice of ½ lemon 1 cup canned mango pulp (preferably Ratna Alfonso brand) ½ cup cold water 20 ice cubes ¼ cup sugar, or to taste DIRECTIONS Combine all ingredients in a blender, and process until the yogurt is frothy and the ice is is crushed…

  • Manchurian Cauliflower

    Serves 4 to 6 INGREDIENTS About 2 quarts corn or canola oil, for frying 3 eggs 2⁄3 cup cornstarch Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 large or 2 small heads cauliflower, trimmed and cut into florets 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced 1 cup ketchup Cayenne pepper to taste Cooked white rice, for…

  • Spicy Mango Pickle

    Makes 1 quart INGREDIENTS 3 medium green (unripe) mangoes, peeled and cut into small cubes ½ cup kosher salt 3 tablespoons turmeric 1 teaspoon fennel seeds 1 tablespoon black mustard seeds, coarsely ground in a mortar and pestle or spice grinder ½ tablespoon fenugreek seeds, coarsely ground ½ cup cayenne pepper 1 cup canola oil…

  • Mint-Cilantro Chutney

    Serves 2 INGREDIENTS 1 cup fresh mint leaves 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves ½ bunch scallions, white parts only, trimmed A ½-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and cut into large pieces Juice of 1 lime ¼ cup water DIRECTIONS Combine the ingredients in a blender and process until well blended. © Recipe Property of Suvir…

  • Mezcal, Cilantro Dried Cherry Glazed Chicken Wings

    Smoky mezcal and dried cherries give these wings a unique flavor, and the sweet and smoky flavors perfectly complement ice cold beer!

  • Mango-Sage BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

    This is the perfect special occasion addition with a no fuss recipe. Sure to be a crowd pleaser, it is a sweet & spicy and herbalicious treat. You will need party size buns, too.

  • Light Mint Ice Cream with Dark Chocolate Drizzle and Chocolate-Mint Leaves

    Serves 10 INGREDIENTS 2 cups 2% milk 2 cups half and half 1 cup sugar 2 cups fresh mint, chopped 10 egg yolks 1 dark mint chocolate bar, chopped into pieces 10 fresh mint leaves, for garnish DIRECTIONS For mint ice cream In a heavy bottomed saucepan bring the milk, half and half, sugar, and…

  • Mushroom Herb Filling

    INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons yellow onion, chopped superfine 1 clove garlic, chopped superfine 1 cup brown mushrooms, chopped fine ¼ cup red pepper, chopped fine Salt Pepper 1 tablespoon each of fresh chives, parsley and thyme, chopped fine ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated 1 egg white, for brushing tops…

  • Mulled Hot Apple Cider

    Makes 1 quart INGREDIENTS 1 quart fresh apple cider 1 cinnamon stick 3 cloves 1 star anise 1 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated 1 to 2-inch piece of ginger, sliced thin (peeled or not peeled) PREPARATION Place all items in a large pot on high heat. When mixture begins to boil, reduce heat and simmer for…

  • Masa Fresca

    Makes 2 pounds of Masa – enough to make at least 24 small tortillas INGREDIENTS 1 pound dried corn Water 1 teaspoon cal (mineral lime) PREPARATION Rinse the corn, and put it into a pot with enough water to cover the kernels by at least 1-inch. Add the cal, and bring the water up to…

  • Mexican Herbed Chicken Albondigas Soup

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS For the Meatballs 1 pound ground chicken Zest and juice of 2 limes ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped fine 1 teaspoon jalapeño pepper, chopped fine ¼ cup red bell pepper, chopped fine 1 tablespoon dried cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1 egg, beaten For the Soup Olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine…

  • Middle Eastern Spiced Sweet Potato Herb Latkes with Curry Mint Sour Cream

    Bring a touch of the Middle East into your Hanukah celebration with these spiced latkes!

  • Moroccan Chicken Curry Pot Pies with Puff Pastry

    Exotic Middle Eastern spices give these individual chicken pot pies, a sultry edge, while filling your kitchen with intoxicating scents!

  • Mixed Greens with Herbed Vinaigrette

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS 1 shallot, minced 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons canola oil (neutral flavor oil) 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped 8 cups (about ½…

  • Maple Ginger Glaze

    This glaze can be used on everything from poultry to pork to root vegetables. It can also be eaten on pancakes and waffl es and served with biscuits! This is a versatile glaze or sauce, so simple it almost hurts our heads thinking about how little there is to do!

  • Meatballs with Pomegranate Sauce

    Makes 30 mini meatballs INGREDIENTS ½ small onion, finely chopped ½ tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes ½ cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped ½ tablespoon cumin 2 tablespoons bread crumbs 1 tablespoon salt ½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped ½ lb ground lamb ¼ cup fresh tarragon, roughly chopped ½ lb ground turkey ½ tablespoon…

  • Mexican Herbed Chicken & Albondigas Soup with Winter Greens

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS Meatballs 1 pound ground chicken 2 limes, zest and juice ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped fine 1 teaspoon jalapeño pepper, chopped fine ¼ cup red pepper, chopped fine 1 tablespoon dried cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1 egg, beaten Soup Olive oil, for sautéing 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 medium red onion,…

  • Minted Hot Cocoa

    This season’s hot herb trend will definitely warm you up: herbal cocoa and infused milks are making their steamy appearance just in time to fortify you against fall’s brisk, nippy air…

  • Mint & Feta Lamb Sausage

    This lamb sausage is heavenly with the warm melted feta inside, excellent with pastas and simply grilled with a side of vegetables.

  • Morrocan Chicken Sausages

    These curried sweet wonderful links are perfectly magical with lentils on a cold fall afternoon.

  • Mixed Melon Salsa

    Herbs and melons have unique pairing potential due to their extremely complex flavors.  With the addition of herbs, the melon flavor tends to deepen and create a heightened complexity and sweetness in their taste.  With a smorgasbord of possibilities, herbs and melons offer us a beautiful pairing for summer’s hottest days.  Experiment with the many…

  • Massaman Thai Curry Paste/Gaeng Massaman

    it’s time to try to make some basic curry paste…

  • Mexican Herbed Chicken Albondigas Soup

    Here are some regionally authentic and classic meatball recipes as well as some modern, culturally fused recipes. All will reduce the chill of winter with a smile!

  • Middle Eastern Spiced Sweet Potato Herb Latkes with Curry Mint Sour Cream

    Here are a few of our favorite latke recipes with a modern herbal twist. Each recipe is uniquely herbalized and is accompanied by its own unique serving sauce. We have latkes for all palette types and occasions, including sweet, savory, robust and fresh, and light. All of these recipes will create a new modern symbol…

  • Marjoram Tomato Mac & Cheese

    Some of our favorite and most comforting winter mac & cheese recipes, so embrace the bounty of choices when it comes to mac & cheese to create comfort and nostalgia!

  • Meyer Lemon Parfaits with Fresh Blueberries, Toasted Coconut, and Bay Leaf Whipped Cream

    For dessert, keep it fresh and simple

  • Moisturizing Honey Mint Foot Sweat Lodge

    Spending a little bit of time taking care of one’s feet is quite simple. Usually our homes have everything we need for a gentle and relaxing foot bath & home pedicure that will beat even the most expensive salon treatments! And its only 5 simple steps…….

  • Mango Sage BBQ Sugar

    Sprinkle pork, chicken or baby back ribs with the sugar concoction before or during grilling.

  • Melon & Herb White Sangria

    A spritzer is a cool drink that is served with a mixture of fizzy or bubbled liquid along with flat liquid. We know them best as wine spritzers which are an incredibly lovely way to refresh yourself in the summer without adding tons of alcohol.

  • Mustard & Dill Poached Salmon in White Wine

    We’ve taken our favorite salmon recipes and added our favorite seasonal herbs to give you new ways to enjoy wild salmon.

  • Modernized Chimichurri Sauce

    Chimichurri sauce is a popular sauce originating from Argentina and widely celebrated in various forms throughout Latin America.