Recipezaar: Condiments, etc.,Savory recipes

French Antilles Vinaigrette

Mon, 18 May 2009 15:07:39 -0400

Posting for Zaar World Tour 5 for the Carribbean. I found this on another site. -- posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night

Japanese Carrot-Ginger Salad Dressing

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:27:17 -0400

This is a fabulous "orange dressing" commonly found in Japanese restaurants. The recipe is from Ichiban, a San Diego sushi restaurant & it was written up in an old Gourmet Magazine (November 1994). Recipe makes about 4 1/4 cups dressing. -- posted by blucoat

Al's Pesto Sauce

Wed, 20 May 2009 02:13:50 -0400

This sauce is served most often with pasta, but pesto is very versatile and is a wonderful accompaniment to scrambled eggs or grilled chicken or fish. -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Basic Beurre Blanc Sauce

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:02:14 -0400

I found this recipe on another site. I LOVE this sauce. It's perfect for fish (including shellfish), chicken, and even veal. I'm posting it for ZWT5 for France. -- posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night

Almond, Basil & Tomato Pesto

Sat, 23 May 2009 17:46:57 -0400

A tasty Italian-style nibble, and any leftover pesto will keep in the fridge for a week for serving over pasta. -- posted by English_Rose

Simple Italian Sausage Pasta Sauce

Sun, 24 May 2009 02:38:51 -0400

This is great on pasta or rice. It's very easy and doesn't use a lot of ingredients. You could even add a can of Cannellini or Pinto beans (drained and rinsed) when you add the tomatoes to make the foundation for a basic sausage stew. -- posted by VickyJ

Jerked Honey Rum Glaze

Mon, 25 May 2009 11:27:41 -0400

Easy tasty Caribbean glaze for meat. What's better than that? :) posted for ZWT5 -- posted by Pneuma

Jacques Pepin's Sesame Dressing

Thu, 28 May 2009 01:29:33 -0400

A simple dressing created by Jacques Peppin, use it over a crunchy green salad or be a little more creative - I love it over grilled chicken breasts....yum! -- posted by Um Safia

Sour Cream Dill Sauce

Fri, 29 May 2009 22:37:29 -0400

I'm married to a meat and potatoes man! Fish is almost from another planet as far as he is concerned -- with the exception of the occassional fast food plank he will eat once in a while! I never thought I'd get him to actually enjoy a Salmon burger, until I found this sauce! He loves it, and even asks for Salmon once and again! Found in Coastal Living Magazine -- posted by kittycatmom

Herbes De Napa

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:58:28 -0400

A lovely seasoning blend from northern California's Napa Valley region, and a great variation on the classic herbes de Provence! Use in vegetable, meat, fish and poultry dishes or in rubs, sauces, and gravies. Courtesy Michael Chiarello. -- posted by BecR

Lovage Butter

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:29:21 -0400

This can be made with just butter or oil. Serve over vegetables. -- posted by ~Rita~

Olive Salad Mix

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:32:36 -0400

Can be used in a variety of recipes. See recipe #379356. -- posted by gailanng

Martha Stewart-Style Baked Onion Rings

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 01:18:38 -0400

This one comes from Everyday Food, from the "Eat Smart" upgrade; sounds good to me, so thought I'd save it here. -- posted by Debber

Giada's Pecorino Crackers

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:26:57 -0400

From Food Network.com and Giada De Laurentiis. -- posted by Spongebob Chefpants

Nana's Black Sauce - (Worcestershire Sauce)

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:58:44 -0400

Another recipe that I got from my Nana. It is a really yummy hot sauce. It's flavour intensifies and develops on storing. This is one of my dad's favourites. -- posted by *christie

Dad's Pickled Onions

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:23:43 -0400

These are my FAVOURITE!!! I love them. I could eat them every day if I was allowed. I had massive cravings for them when I was pregnant with my youngest son......And had none on hand which was inconvenient as I had to wait three weeks after bottling before I could eat them. :) Needless to say, they are fabulous. I think that my Dad got this recipe from my Nana. He likes to reserve the sauce once he has finished a jar and throw in more onions. Not sure where it originates from.....I have only seen one recipe on here that is similar.....please try. Cook time is soaking/storing time. -- posted by *christie

All Purpose Green Tea Sauce

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:52:32 -0400

Found on islandteashop.com while I was searching for different ways to use the matcha (green tea powder) I just ordered for myself. The authors of the site suggest brushing it on pork loin or salmon before baking, using it as a dipping sauce for dumplings, or trying it as a salad dressing. I bet it would be great in other things, too. Easy and different, why not give it a try? :) Serving size depends on preference and what you decide to do with it; you'll want more for a dipping sauce, probably, than you would for a brushed-on glaze. -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Mary's Savory Marinara Sauce

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 02:33:40 -0400

This is my mom's delicious marinara sauce recipe that she kindly provided to me. I have fond memories of her making this sauce often and filling the entire house with its wonderful aroma. It has a savory tomato-y taste, a nice hint of basil, and goes well with all types of pasta (including lasagna). I also like to use it for homemade meatball heroes. I hope that you all will enjoy it as much as we do! -- posted by someone named antoine

Good BBQ Sauce for the Candida Diet

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 17:41:45 -0400

From wholeapproach.com. Works great when you can't have ketchup, regular vinegar, etc. -- posted by WI Cheesehead

Zippy Spices for Flavoring Veggies

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:24:26 -0400

Thanks to one of my favorite Zaar vegetable recipes for inspiring this herb mixture. I make a small jar of this, then have it on hand when I need a quick ZIP to add to cooked (frozen) broccoli or cauliflower or vegetable medleys. Ideas below for add-ins to make a memorable side dish the kids will be begging you to make again and again! -- posted by Debber

Tapas 177's Rosemary Aïoli

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 12:16:23 -0400

This is a delicious, flavourful aïoli recipe from the Rochester, NY restaurant, Tapas 177. It was printed in Bon Appétit (Nov. 2000). It works really well on turkey sandwiches, on grilled portobello mushrooms, or fish. It's also really great with roasted garlic (rather than raw) and with homemade mayo. Yield: Makes about 1 cup -- posted by blucoat

Asian Dressing

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:27:45 -0400

This piquant South East Asian-inspired dressing packs a punch over plain salad ingredients. -- posted by English_Rose

Magic Mirin Dressing

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:28:12 -0400

Jill Dupleixs favourite vinaigrette for green salads and vegetables. -- posted by English_Rose

Anchovy and Balsamic Dressing

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:55:49 -0400

This dressing is a great combination of hot and cold, sweet and salty; perfect for a chicken salad. -- posted by English_Rose

Piri-Piri Dressing / Dipping Sauce

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:58:03 -0400

Add a piquant kick to your meals with this speedy version of a classic Portuguese chili sauce. -- posted by English_Rose

Dill Sauce

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 12:10:55 -0400

This healthy dill sauce is delicious with salmon or shrimp, new potatoes and sugar snap peas - it also livens up a mixed leaf salad. -- posted by English_Rose

Oyster Dipping Sauce

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 12:11:24 -0400

For a versatile dipping sauce that's a good match with beef, chicken or shrimp, try this easy one-step sauce. -- posted by English_Rose

Grandma's Pickled Fresh Zucchini

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 17:36:53 -0400

Grandpa did the gardening, and oh what a gifted gardner, and grandma cooked up his magnificent bounty. Whenever the zucchini was taking over grandpa's vegetable patch, grandma would whip up this delicious, tangy side dish. It's a flavorful accompaniment to any grilled meat, a terriffic addition to your salad plate or antipasto platter, and its herbed-vinegary jolt will turn an ordinary panini or deli sandwich into something extraordinary! Grandma's storing trick: A Mason jar - She layered the zucchini slices horizontally in the jar and kept them refrigerated for up to 2 weeks. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Chief's Fans Dry Rub

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 02:26:53 -0400

Kansas city style dry rub, I have used for 4 years now. Is great on all types of meat and even vegetables. -- posted by Holy Smokes the bbq king

Basting Sauce for Steaks and Meat

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:21:29 -0400

Use this zippy, tangy sauce to coat your meat and baste with when broiling. -- posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night

Sriracha Chili Sauce

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:22:17 -0400

You can play around with the measurements and adjust them to your taste - these measurements are according to mine and posted here so I don't forget the exact "perfect" sauce I tonight. Great Sauce to add on Chicken, Fish, or Steak. Oh yeah baby!!!!!!!! -- posted by BBCFan

2009 Summer Salsa

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:00:14 -0400

Right out of the garden goods to make a yummy spicy salsa.Using really hot chilies. But skip them if you want it calm.Garden fresh zucchini, tomatoes and onions with fresh herbs. Do use a food processor for chopping your veggies to save on time. -- posted by ~Rita~

Anna's Tuna Soboro (Quick and Easy!)

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:23:28 -0400

Soboro is a salty-sweet Japanese dish that is used in many ways - you can put it into onigiri, serve it over rice, stir-fry it with veggies, or put it into scrambled eggs. It keeps in the refridgerator for a week and can be frozen, so you can easily make more than you need and have an easy meal later in the week. It seems that in Japan, they consider it a condiment. This is tuna soboro - there are different soboro recipes for different types of meat. I cannot take credit for this recipe - annathered at wordpress originally posted it on the web. -- posted by freakingdork

Perfect Homemade Mayonnaise (Julia Child)

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:31:29 -0400

From "Mastering the Art of French Cooking". JULIA'S POINTS TO REMEMBER : Temperature: Mayonnaise is easiest to make when all ingredients are at normal room temperature. Warm the mixing bowl in hot water to take the chill off the egg yolks. Heat the oil to tepid if it is cold. Egg Yolks: Always beat the egg yolks for a minute or two before adding anything to them. As soon as they are thick and sticky, they are ready to absorb the oil. Adding the Oil: The oil must be added very slowly at first, in droplets, until the emulsion process begins and the sauce thickens into a heavy cream. After this, the oil may be incorporated more rapidly. Proportions: The maximum amount of oil one U.S. Large egg yolk will absorb is 6 ounces or 3/4 cup. When this maximum is exceeded, the binding properties of the egg yolks break down, and the sauce thins out or curdles. If you have never made made mayonnaise before, it is safest not to exceed 1/2 cup of oil per egg yolk. REMEDY FOR TURNED MAYONNAISE: You will never have trouble with freshly made mayonnaise if you have beaten the egg yolks thoroughly in a warmed bowl before adding the oil, if the oil has been added in droplets until the sauce has commenced to thicken, and if you have not exceeded the maximum proportions of 3/4 cup of oil per egg yolk. A mayonnaise has turned when it refuses to thicken, or, in a finished mayonnaise, when the oil releases itself from suspension and the sauce curdles. In either case, the remedy is simple. Warm a mixing bowl in hot water. Dry it. Add 1 teaspoon of prepared mustard and 1 teaspoon of sauce. Beat with a wire whip for several seconds unil they cream and thicken together. Beat in the rest of the sauce by teaspoons, thickening each addition before adding the next. This always works. Just be sure you add the turned sauce a little bit at a time, particularly at first. REFRIGERATION: After several days under refrigeration, mayonnaise has a tendency to thin out, especially if it is stirred before it comes to room temperature. If it does turn, bring it back using the preceding system. -- posted by blucoat

BBQ Spice Rub

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:35:17 -0400

In the September 2009 Australian magazine 'super food ideas', where it features as a Father's Day BBQ Spice Rub, this recipe is described as "perfect for Dad to sprinkle over beef rump steak or other favourite BBQ meats before cooking." I'd hope that any dads worth spoiling won't be expected to BBQ for all and sundry on Father's Day but will be spoilt rotten! But for anyone BBQing at any time, this sounds yummy so I'm posting it here for safe-keeping. Personally, I'll be leaving out the dried chilli flakes. But do feel free to crank up the heat if that's your preference! My only change was to add the black pepper, but I'm in two minds about this as it's perhaps better to add this at the time. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Garlic Tomatoes With Herbs and a Hint of Walnuts.

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 01:51:43 -0400

Every summer I like to dry tomatoes in the oven. Recipe #57884 is a base of this recipes . Oven dried tomatoes with 1 bulb thinly sliced garlic, rosemary and basil is to die for!!!! You'll have garlicky, plump, juicy tomatoes with a hint of walnuts from the oil. -- posted by ~Rita~

Spiced Pickled Red Cabbage

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 02:57:45 -0400

Here you are a canned Eastern European recipe for you to savory. Red cabbage made to last for months on end.... There are endless recipes and I went and added to them. I used home grown red cabbage, raspberry vinegar, red wine vinegar, apples and red onions. Yes of course I added spices. -- posted by ~Rita~

Pesto

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 02:31:31 -0400

This is easy to make, freezes well and adds a nice kick to almost any savory dish. Recipe is from Rachael Ray. You can mix this pesto with sour cream for a dip. Brush it onto grilled meats. Spread onto pizza crust. Beat into eggs before cooking. Or stir into vegetable soups. -- posted by Lainey6605

Pickled Peppers With Shallots and Thyme

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:13:30 -0400

From Bon Appetite, September, 2009. I have been sorting through my magazines to make some space for MORE , and found a few recipes to keep for later. The photo with this is gorgeous with red, orange, and yellow peppers. Can be used as pizza topping, or served with bread and cheese. Prep time does not include chill time. -- posted by NurseJaney

Mcdonalds Big Mac Sauce

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 10:14:19 -0400

It's actaully a little bit more than 1000 island dressing -- posted by GingerlyJ

Coconut Peanut Sauce Sliced Steak (London Broil)

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:40:08 -0400

Creamy, peanutty, coconut curry sauce with slices of thick juicy steak with sharp, crisp green onions on top . London broil is budget friendly and when prepared correctly is very tender. The coconut peanut sauce adds a wonderful exotic sweet-savory flavor kids will love and adults will appreciate. This dish can be made in under 30 minutes and is guaranteed to become a favorite in your home too. Enjoy! -- posted by College Girl

Manchego Cheese and Garlic Gourmet Hot Dogs

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:43:22 -0400

A roasted garlic and red pepper relish replaces the usual pickle in this Spanish take on hot dogs. from Bon Appetit. AMAZING! These are super if you would like to do a grown up spin on hot dogs. Manchego is a Spanish cheese made from sheep's ml; available at some supermarkets and at specialty food stores. -- posted by College Girl

Gourmet Harissa-Onion Hot Dogs With Preserved Lemon Relish

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:46:14 -0400

Bold North african flavors stand up to even the heartiest of hot dogs. Pile the dogs high with spicy harissa or sambal oelek flavored carmalized onions' a bright, pleasantly bitter preserved lemon relish; and just a bit of hummus. ** from Bon Appetit I used sambal oelek and i used from my garden that i froze and then defrosted a bit... It worked. -- posted by College Girl

Lizzie's Alfredo Sauce

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:52:00 -0400

My late MIL had a recipe for everything! This is the creamy Alfredo sauce she would serve with either fettucini or Chicken and noodles. -- posted by Trinkets

Lizzie's Tartar Sauce

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:04:15 -0400

Another of my late MIL's creations. Wonderful with fried catfish. I like to add 1 TBS of Tabasco. -- posted by Trinkets

Red Wine Sauce

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:02:26 -0400

An easy red wine sauce that can be used with beef, lamb, venison or even chicken. -- posted by gailanng

Lemon Verbena and Calendula Vinegar

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:53:40 -0400

When steeping herbs in vinegar in the morning, it can be used that evening since it will begin flavoring the vinegar immediately. The longer it stands the more flavor it will have. The flowers and herbs will deteriorate and the flavor will not be as vibrant. "The annual bed of pot marigolds is filled with plants. These are the true pot marigolds, Shakespeares flowers of Middle Summer, and by midsummer this spot will appear to be covered with a cloth of gold. I expect them to self-sow, returning every year to gladden our eyes. ---Annie Burnham Carter from In An Herb Garden -- posted by ~Rita~

Sour Cream and Onion Popcorn or Snack Shaker (Copycat)

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:53:30 -0400

when i google "how to make powdered sour cream" i get a page to patent my idea. i think that's a bad sign. this is my logic, it may or may not work. if you try it let me know how it went! i would use pre-made powdered sour cream but it's about $35 plus shipping for one tin. i think not. -- posted by spiritussancto

Zippy Red Sauce(Marinara)

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:00:18 -0400

For this I combined six different recipes and still added my own touches. It goes to show you don't have to be an Italian grandmother to perfect Marinara I always make a double batch and freeze the rest -- posted by GingerlyJ

Gingerly's House Seasoning Blend

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:06:39 -0400

I keep this seasoning blend in shaker's at home and we eat it on just about everything -- posted by GingerlyJ

Vegetarian Portobello French Dip Sandwich

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:38:15 -0400

This incredible sandwich is the signature dish at the much-loved Seattle restaurant, Café Flora. The recipe is printed in the "Café Flora Cookbook". It's really a delicious sandwich and will please vegetarians and carnivores alike. It's easy to make vegan too. Start by preparing the mushroom essence (which can be made ahead of time). Unused French Dip Spread can be frozen. The mushroom essence (basically a reduced mushroom stock) can be made to add intense mushroom flavour to risottos, pastas, soups... -- posted by blucoat

Gingerly's Flank Steak Marinade

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:48:03 -0400

Flank steak gets a bum rap sometimes because it is the most budget friendly cut. But I marinade it all night in ths marinade before grilling and it is delicous and tender -- posted by GingerlyJ

Mango Barbecue Sauce

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:08:55 -0400

This yummy but non-traditional sauce came from Emeril -- posted by GingerlyJ

Homemade Tomato Sauce

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:53:02 -0400

A thick, sweet tomato sauce made from scratch. -- posted by Becca Miller

Uncle D's Dills

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:10:25 -0400

My uncle Dwayne makes these every year from his cucumber crop.. They are the best pickle I have ever tasted -- posted by GingerlyJ

Sweet Onion Marmalade

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:25:36 -0400

This condiment is great on Burgers and dogs My friend Lori says she likes to eat it on a bun by itself -- posted by GingerlyJ

Andalouse French Fry / Burger Sauce

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:16:01 -0400

This is a fantastic sauce. It's similar to thousand island dressing although it uses fresh ingredients instead of a relish which gives it more of a gourmet twist. I put it on belgium frites, traditional french fries and hamburgers. I love it so much I've started keeping a jar in my fridge at all times. A good tip to finely blend all ingredients is to (carefully) use a cheese grater on the vegetables, that way you're using more of the juice from the vegetables. -- posted by OwlMonkey

Little Tommy Tucker's Sweet & Savory Butters

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:20:53 -0400

I found this in The Mother Goose cookbook. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping. -- posted by internetnut

Vegan Worcestershire Sauce

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:05:17 -0400

Most store bought Worcestershire sauces have anchovies in them. Here is a recipe from The Garden of Vegan by Tanya Barnard and Sarah Kramer that has been veganized! Here's a little history from IndiaCurry.com: History shows that during British Raaj, there was a Governor General for the state of Bengal, Lord Marcus Sandys who enjoyed a Bengali chutney on his fish. The chutney was made with Tamarind, Onions, Garlic, Ginger, Salt, Cayenne Pepper, Sugar cane jaggery, Raisins, Dried Dates, Cinnamon, Cardamom and Cloves. He ordered a batch to take home in 1835 along with the recipe. His home was in Shire, Worcester. By the time the ship arrived, and the Governor took the delivery, the chutney had turned in to an aromatic vinegar. He hired two chemists Lea and Perrin. They took the recipe and made a batch. The pungent aroma was too severe for their liking. However, they let it age for three months to emulate time in the ship. Again the chutney turned into an aromatic vinegar. They made a few modifications. They added soy sauce as a base and vinegar. They added Anchovies, since the chutney was originally made to be served on fish. They replaced Jaggery, Raisins and Dates with molasses. After these modifications, they let it ferment. Further adjustments were made to finally produce the "Worcester sauce" and now marketed as "Worcestershire sauce". Similar formulas are used in United States to create Steak sauces, except there are no Anchovies. The Steak sauces are NOT aged, but cooked to make them more pungent. Tomato purees are also added when making Steak sauces. So, now you have it. If it is raw, its a Chinch-Gur Chutney. If its fermented, its a Worcestershire Sauce. If its cooked, its a Steak Sauce. -- posted by Sharon123

Speedy White Sauce (Bechamel)-A Cheats Version!

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:40:47 -0400

You can't beat a well made bechamel sauce-BUT,if time is short,this is a quick,simple and foolproof version. -- posted by Noo

Creamy Sherry and Cheese Sauce

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:47:03 -0400

Delicious with everything but usually we eat it stirred through pasta as a pasta sauce. Can also be drizzled over chicken or pork. It is really creamy and thick and the addition of the chopped onion, mushroom and pancetta makes it quite substantial and filling. The amount of sherry is an estimation as we never really measure it out but it is approx 50g. You can add more or less as you like. The cooking time is really quick but spend a little extra time on preparation to make sure the onion and mushrooms are really really finely chopped and sliced. This will serve 2 as a pasta sauce but many more as just a sauce to drizzle over meat, up to 5-6 people. The serving sizes here are based on two portions only. -- posted by .x. Lauren .x.

Spice Mix!

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:31:17 -0400

Try this as a dry rub or add it to water for a brine. Sprinkle a touch into soup or a dressing. Possibilities are endless........ This is a very workable recipe. Just use the sugar and salt as is and add any dry ground ingredients you prefer equalling 3/4's cup of herbs and spices. Make this for gifts packed in dark glass with a description on a label. I know I have mine in cute little sacks, But that was to make my shipping charges lower. -- posted by ~Rita~

Green Herb Seasoned Salt

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 01:11:44 -0400

I like to use this when I reach for salt, So I lower my intake of salt and kick up the flavor of what I cook. I used home grown herbs that I dried whole. Leaves that are loosely packed into measuring cups. So if using store bought do take note the amounts of the whole herbs would be a lot less. I guesstimate my 2/3's. Great to season any game, roast beef or roast poultry. Season roast veggies, stuffing, rice or potatoes. How about a touch on your eggs. I do like heat but I kept it down in this using only peppercorns. You can add chili powder to really make it hot! -- posted by ~Rita~

Awesome Pecans

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:04:26 -0400

Totally addictive... these pecans are sweet, spicy, salty and crisp. A friend gave me some pecans for Christmas. I used the recipe she shared, a recipe from RecipeZaar, and another, from a third source. All three were good, but finally I came up with this recipe that satisfied my tastes, and my friends as well. -- posted by Sweetiebarbara

The Perfect Gravy

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:15:28 -0500

Many people grill or deep-fry turkey and don't have pan drippings to jump-start the gravy. This recipe will still give you that homey flavor. Recipe is from Family Circle. -- posted by Lainey6605

Mango-Orange Sauce

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:03:59 -0500

Sweet and tangy! I poured this over tilapia filets and rice. Measurements are approximations. -- posted by Jainene

How to Make Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:10:28 -0500

These gourmet treats have a hefty price tag in stores.. it's really not so hard to just make them yourselves -- posted by GingerlyJ

Mole Verde -- Mexican Green Sauce

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:39:34 -0500

Recipe excerpted from My Mexico by Diana Kennedy: Clarkson N. Potter, Publishers, 1998 courtesy of Food Network. Epazote is a Mexican herb that has a very strong taste and has been used in Mexican cuisine for thousands of years dating back to the Aztecs, who used it for cooking as well as for medicinal purposes. Hoja Santa (sacred leaf) is an aromatic herb with a heart-shaped, velvety leaf growing in tropical Mesoamerica and is also known as yerba santa, hierba santa, Mexican pepperleaf, root beer plant, and sacred pepper. It is an essential ingredient for mole verde. -- posted by Molly53

Chicken a La Howard

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:59:51 -0500

Threw this recipe together with odds and ends I had in my ktichen. Came out fabulous! An easy meal to make, with ingredients most people usually have on hand. Make sure not to overdo it with the cream...Bon Appetit! -- posted by Chef Fishy

Chorizo Tomato Sauce (For Pasta or Chicken)

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:47:12 -0500

I'll continue to tweak this one, I'm sure, but this is my current version. At these amounts, it makes a good bit of sauce. Number of servings listed is my guesstimate for pasta, which is what I originally came up with this for. I had some leftover in the fridge this afternoon, though, and tried it over a leftover chicken breast. Yum! Makes me wonder what else this might work on... -- posted by Cluich

Sneaky and Easy Homemade Pasta Sauce

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:15:14 -0500

Lots of nutrition packed into a pasta sauce and nobody needs to know! Adapted from the Sneaky Chef cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Anchovy Butter Sauce

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 13:16:17 -0500

I know that many people say that they don't like anchovies, but when anchovies are toasted and sauteed they are wonderful and get sweet and nutty tasting. This is an amazing sauce served over pan crusted sauteed fish (i.e., Tilapia, Grouper, Halibut, Cod; any white fish), scallops, or chicken. Now, there are hundreds of recipes on here for pan sauteed or breaded chicken and fish, so I won't list them. But I am sure many of you know the preparation method. This is also a great over steamed or grilled seafood or poultry, as well as asparagus, onions, broccoli and even steak. And, is awesome just tossed with a little angel hair pasta for a quick easy side dish or stirred in with pan sauteed cannellini beans. So you can see how versatile it is. It can be made right in the same pan after you pan sear, your seafood or chicken, or you can make it in a small sauce pan on the side. As I said, very flexible. -- posted by SarasotaCook

The Realtor's Low Fat Thousand Island Dressing

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:22:05 -0500

This one is a lower fat version of thousand island dressing. It's great and you don't even miss the extra fat and calories. -- posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night

Glorious Vegetarian Gravy for Roast Dinners

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:31:46 -0500

This gravy was invented by me to go along with those yummy roast dinners vegetarians are often excluded from. Whenever my parents are doing a roast beef, turkey or pork, I usually make a Quorn roast for myself and all the other side dishes can be enjoyed just the same! Our family generally does Yorkshire puddings (the best!), Brussel sprouts, roast & mashed potatoes, green beans, and sometimes even baked stuffing. This gravy is juicy, like one you'd get from pan drippings - not thick or heavy. It's full of alcohol, so possibly not for children if that's a concern. Enjoy! It's a delight. -- posted by MontrealJulia

Peppered Skirt Steak, Brandy Mushroom Sauce over Baguettes

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:57:05 -0500

This is an absolute favorite of mine. I love Fillet Mignon with this sauce, but it is expensive. This is an inexpensive version and to even stretch the cost out even more, I serve this over toasted baguettes. Add a side of sauteed spinach or kale and my Recipe #406524. A very inexpensive, but yet flavorful meal. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Fromage Blanc/Farmer's Cheese

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 05:43:53 -0500

swiped off foodwishes.com, reposting for safekeeping. this is on my chef bucket list and i'm so excited i think i'll be making it very soon! actually looks rather easy: curdle milk and drain out whey, ta da! -- posted by spiritussancto

The Best Authentic Enchilada Sauce

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:34:17 -0500

I make it, and pour over (my very own shrimp enchilada casserole - see other recipes) enchiladas, Verdes, or anything that calls for salsa or obviously enchilada sauce!! A family favorite - plates are licked clean! -- posted by PiP389

Peeled Tomatoes for Soups and Sauces ( a "how To")

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:45:44 -0500

Was surprised when I saw so many recipes for tomato soup calling for peeled tomatoes....but no instructions as how to peel them! If you try to peel a fresh tomato, you know it's a mess, that's why so many folks use canned tomatoes! Well, for the uninformed, here's how..............and a good-bye to canned! NOTE: for ease of printing this I am using 20 tomatoes as the guideline. -- posted by Happy Harry #2

Simple Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 15:04:58 -0500

Three (3) ingredients (I considered salt and pepper as one ingredient), is all you need for this great sauce. It goes great over chicken, pork, grilled fish, or tossed with pasta. This is the recipe that I first made the sauce for Recipe #384935, and still one of my favorites. You can make your own roasted red peppers, or you can buy a jar of them. They are certainly not hard to make, but both work equally well. -- posted by SarasotaCook

The Realtor's Cucumber Ranch Salad Dressing

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:59:36 -0500

Yum -- posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night

Thai Peanut Sauce

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:57:57 -0500

Great sauce for chicken satay or even as a stir fry sauce. Occasionally, I like to add a tablespoon of lime juice. Enjoy!! -- posted by KPD

Poached Halibut, Creamy Celery Sauce & Tomato Relish

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 13:40:09 -0500

This is healthy change from baked or fried fish. Fresh halibut is a wonderful firm, mild fish and poaching just highlights that. Now if you can't find Halibut, Cod will also work, and if you can find fresh fish, even better. Serve with a quinoa salad and maybe some micro or spring greens for an extremely healthy meal. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Sarasota's Fresh Tomato and Olive Relish

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:37:34 -0500

A simple fresh tomato relish. Serve this over fresh fish, chicken, or lamb. Just a few minutes to put together, let it set at room temp for 5-10 minutes and it is ready to enjoy. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:42:39 -0500

This is the sauce from a grilled salmon with teriyaki sauce recipe I found here. I liked the sauce and wanted to use it for other things, so I am posting it for safe keeping, and to get the nutritional value. Really good! -- posted by Mrs Thompson to be

Horseradish Cream Sauce

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 20:46:49 -0500

Published in Cook's Country magazine, Dec/Jan 2007. Prepare at least 1 hour before serving to allow time for the sauce to thicken. Serve with Recipe #408758. The sauce can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days. -- posted by swissms

Nectarine and Pineapple Chutney

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 21:31:57 -0500

My son just gave me 5kg (11lb) nectarines, so I made three times this recipe. It took a bit longer for the larger amount to thicken, but it eventually cooked up beautifully. It's a sweetish chutney that will go super well with pork and poultry. -- posted by JustJanS

Herbed Croutons

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 13:41:50 -0500

I tagged Recipe #241413 recipe that called for croutons, I didn't have any I had leftover Recipe #387791 which had some seeds in it! I cubed and kicked it up and came out with this recipe. You can freeze and reheat in oven . -- posted by ~Rita~

Chicken Wing Sauce

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:13:19 -0500

A creamy, easily adaptable sauce for chicken wings. Also very good for braising chicken breasts. -- posted by Chef #1469984

Blue Cheese Casserole Topping

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:13:27 -0500

I created this simple topping as a way to jazz up a hum-drum casserole and it was a hit! My daughter even decided it was her favorite way to trick out mac-n-cheese. -- posted by omadarlin

Barbeque Spice Rub

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:46:59 -0500

This is perfect for all meats, especially chicken, and when cooking on the grill gives off a fantastic aroma. Makes enough for 2lb of meat. -- posted by English_Rose

Tomato and Chili Marinade

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:53:02 -0500

This spicy marinade recipe makes enough for 2lb of meat or chicken. It goes best with beef, pork, lamb or chicken. Marinade red meat or poultry for 2 hours at room temp or 24-48 hours in the fridge. -- posted by English_Rose

Indian Yogurt Marinade

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:58:29 -0500

If you like it cool and spicy, this is a great marinade for chicken, lamb or firm white fish. This marinade recipe makes enough for 2lb of meat, chicken or fish. Marinate red meat or poultry for 2 hours at room temp or 24-48 hours in the fridge. Marinate fish for 30 mins at room temp or 2 hours in the fridge. -- posted by English_Rose

Moroccan Spiced Marinade

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:09:16 -0500

If you like it spicy, this is a great marinade for chicken, lamb or beef steaks. This marinade recipe makes enough for 2lb of meat, chicken or beef. Marinate red meat or poultry for 2 hours at room temp or 24-48 hours in the fridge. -- posted by English_Rose

Chinese Marinade

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:14:43 -0500

If you like Asian flavors, this is a great marinade for chicken or pork. This marinade recipe makes enough for 2lb of meat. Marinate red meat or poultry for 2 hours at room temp or 24-48 hours in the fridge. -- posted by English_Rose

Thai Spiced Marinade

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:25:26 -0500

If you like Thai flavors, this is a great marinade for any meat, poultry or fish. This marinade recipe makes enough for 2lb of meat, chicken or fish. Marinate red meat or poultry for 2 hours at room temp or 24-48 hours in the fridge. Marinate fish for 30 mins at room temp or 2 hours in the fridge. -- posted by English_Rose

Indian Spiced Rub

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:36:08 -0500

This rub makes enough for 2lb meat, poultry or fish and goes especially well with chicken, lamb and firm white fish. -- posted by English_Rose

Cucumber and Caper Salsa

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 12:07:54 -0500

This salsa is cool with a tangy twist, made using similar ingredients to the classic Italian sauce salsa verde. It is a perfect accompaniment for barbequed fish. -- posted by English_Rose

Caramelized Onion on Your Indoor Grill

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 09:16:02 -0500

I only recently discovered caramelized onions and discovered this technique by mistake when I was grilling chicken and some vegetables one day on my counter top George Foreman. I realized the onions started to look and smell just like caramelized onions made on the stove top. I have started making my onions this way since then. I love to use it in sandwiches. I usually make one serving for myself, which is how I wrote the recipe. Just up the amount of servings if you wish. -- posted by Roxanne J.R.

Mango Tango Salsa -

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 21:29:01 -0500

This is a delcious salsa. Its taste is a combination of sweet, sour and spicy flavors. Enjoy this recipe. -- posted by pinky kookie

Cumberland Sauce

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:11:38 -0500

Stir up an irresistible accompaniment to ham with this fabulous recipe for Cumberland Sauce. -- posted by English_Rose