Recipezaar: Presentation,New Years recipes

Blue Cheese Oysters

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:45:16 -0400

Rich and delicious! Use a good quality blue cheese, such as Maytag, if you can find it. Panko are Japanese bread crumbs and nowadays can be found in most large grocery stores, in the Asian sections. Recipe from a local cooking school, The Chopping Block -- posted by Hey Jude

Devilishly Delicious Bacon and Cherry Roll-Ups

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 19:17:16 -0400

I have very fond memories of this recipe from my early childhood. Anytime my mother had friends over for drinks, or threw a party she would make these. I would always be dispatched to a quiet corner with a plate full of goodies, including loads of these! Now I make them for parties, or drink snacks, and everybody loves them. I make trays of these, and the amount listed below is quite small, so be prepared to make more! They are so simple but oh so effective! I tend to use streaky bacon for the fat content, but back bacon works fine too. Try them-you won't regret it! -- posted by Noo

Sweet and Sticky Mango Basted Chipolata Sausages

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 19:56:55 -0400

You will not believe how simple this is to make or how much people love it! I have used this many, many times on buffets, drinks gatherings, or just as nibbles when the footie boys invade my house-and there are NEVER any leftovers!! The quantities are not exact-so adjust the amount of chutney as you see fit. The cooking time can also vary-sometimes I cook these long and slow, other times I whack the heat up a bit to speed it along-depends how long you can wait for them! -- posted by Noo

Sweet N Sassy!

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 17:34:01 -0400

Diabetics! Need to get your sweet liquory fix? Try this! Its extra sweet and girly. Be careful, these are so tasty it is very easy to drink too much! Credit to my boyfriend for making this for me one night :P -- posted by thestickyskunk

Chicken Satay

Thu, 01 May 2008 16:28:16 -0400

These can be served as an appetizer or I like to make them into dinner. They work well for parties, because much of the work can be done in advance. From Thymes Two catering. Don't forget to place a container for used skewers such as a champagne glass. You could also use flank steak or shrimp as an alternative. Recipe #301697 is the recipe for the peanut sauce for these skewers. -- posted by cookiedog

Guilt Free Creamy Roasted Red Pepper & Basil Dip (Low Fat)

Mon, 12 May 2008 02:41:18 -0400

This is really tasty and you wouldn't really guess it is so low fat if you didn't already know. It is good with chips and vegetables and also really nice as a dip served with cold cooked shrimp, almost like shrimp cocktail. I also use it on my sandwiches instead of just plain mayo to give me lots of taste without fat. The cooking time includes the 1hr chilling time. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Bacon Wrap-Ups

Thu, 29 May 2008 14:21:03 -0400

From the Charlotte cookbook 1969 -- posted by ICook4danny&Puddin

Chinese Quick Pickled Radish Salad With Garlic

Fri, 30 May 2008 01:18:08 -0400

A fabulous way of adding a bit of colour along with a crisp texture in Chinese cooking; this can be made just before you are ready to serve an Oriental meal, and is one of the nicest ways I know of dressing up the humble radish! You can use red radishes, Chinese white radish - Mooli or even black radishes for this quick pickle. Serve it as an accompaniment for most Chinese or Asian meals. Make sure that whatever type of radishes you use, are fresh, firm and crisp. I prefer the red radishes for colour, but any of the radishes I have suggested work well in this simple pickle. The quantities listed below, will serve about 4 people as a generous condiment. -- posted by French Tart

Katie's Roasted Red Pepper Dip

Sat, 31 May 2008 00:39:52 -0400

Recipe by Katie Lee Joel. -- posted by Sue L

Herbed Cheese Madeleines

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 01:34:33 -0400

Fabulous, easy fingerfood for your next elegant gathering. If you don't have a madeleine pan, you can subsitute a miniature muffin pan. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Tuna Pate in Endive

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 01:37:35 -0400

Very simple ingredients are all you need to put together this easy fingerfood for your next cocktail party. Preparation time, which is very quick, does not include chilling time. These can be ahead the night before, if desired. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Beef and Horseradish Bonbons

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 20:02:12 -0400

Very simple, yet very delicious. A must for any party! A blink and they are gone dish! -- posted by Noo

Bacon/Egg Pastry/Mushrooms/ Spinach/ Roasted Red Peppers

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 01:12:56 -0400

I am always looking for interesting ways to present our breakfast meals. This looks very interesting and can't wait to try it! These look like something you'd bring home from the bakery! CuisineAtHome, Issue 68 but with a tiny bit of tweaking. -- posted by Manami

Mum's " Mock Chicken" Dip

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:05:52 -0400

Isn't it great when you eat something and it takes you back to being a child again! Well thats exactly what this dip does for me. My mum used to make this every time she threw a party or had people for drinks and nibbles. I would always have my own bowl and my own box of crackers and I would go off to some quiet spot and stuff my little face! I still love it now, so much so that I spoon it out of the pan while I'm cooking it (although I am trying to exercise more self control). This is such a quick and easy dip to make with stuff that you would normally have in the house, so a great standby for when people turn up unexpectedly. As for tasting like chicken? Well, Ill let you decide...but I was never convinced. Either way it tastes great! -- posted by Noo

Dauphine Potatoes

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 21:26:53 -0400

This recipe is basically a mixture of mashed potato and choux pastry, deep fried to golden deliciousness. I have been totally addicted to these ever since my first chef job, when I used to make the daily potato dish and that was a LONG time ago! These are so good I can even eat these cold straight from the fridge! They are also really good as part of a snack menu instead of chips (fries to you lot not from the UK) with a hot tomato dip. -- posted by Noo

Chutney Cheese Spread

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:34:19 -0400

This recipe is a hit with friends and family. It is an appetizer and is delicious spread on crackers, or as a spreadable vegetable dip. Makes and excellent hostess gift. *Note: This is best if prepared with OLD (Sharp) Cheddar Cheese -- posted by Grandma's Country Kitchen

Destruction Bread Dip

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 15:42:29 -0400

Throw some fresh veggies on along with the bread pieces skewered with toothpicks for variety. Got this from a newspaper a very long time ago. This is a really fun appetizer that brings people together around the table. -- posted by BIG_CHIEF

Fettuccine in Lobster Broth With Shrimp, Crawfish, and Crabmeat

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 03:23:33 -0400

Bpbby Flay has a unique way of taking a relatively simple recipe and adding layers and layers of different flavors. Here he has elevated the shrimp, crab & crawfish to another level - scrumptious! This dish is really delicious! Can you tell I liked it? Cpyright 1999 Bobby Flay. Show: Hot Off the Grill with Bobby Flay. Episode: Fetuccine. -- posted by Manami

Not-Just-For-Summer Pancake S'mores

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 23:28:33 -0400

How about serving these in the middle of winter, maybe the morning of the annual ice-skating party with the kids in the neighborhood or the 4-H club? And you don't even need a campfire! Thanks to the good ladies over at Gooseberry Patch for their inventive recipe-making skills! -- posted by Debber

Chocolate Chips and Toffee Cheesecake

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 11:17:15 -0400

Saw this on the Hershey web site and it looked awesome and very easy! Cooling times included - however, may differ slightly! It takes awhile as do most cheesecakes, however - it looks like a great cake. -- posted by Manami

Mini Burritos

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 11:34:05 -0400

Inspired by Alton Brown after seeing his wonton-themed show, these are great as appetizers or as a meal. Delicious! -- posted by DJIndy

Black and White Chicken Chili

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:39:24 -0400

Cold weather is just around the corner. This will warm your tummy and it tastes great! Top with cheese or sour cream if you'd like. Good with tortilla chips too! -- posted by mydesigirl

Drunken Sloppy Joes

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:01:21 -0400

These drunken sloppy joes were inspired by by the drunken meatballs recipe that I make (recipe #276860). I had a gathering with a group of friends that usually request the drunken meatballs but I wanted to try to do something else. So, I looked at what I had in the house and came up with Drunken Sloppy Joes. I am sure any kind of bourbon would work but I drink so little (funny considering this recipe) that I have been working through the same bottle of Southern Comfort since Christmas. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Savory Fig Tart

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:19:56 -0400

All the flavors of prosciutto-wrapped figs. A wonderful addition to your holiday appetizers or dinner party hors d'oeuvres. Fig spread is more easily found in most supermarkets than it once was...generally found where the jams and jellies are. -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Holiday Wassail With Alcohol

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:43:35 -0400

This is the most amazing tasting Wassail. It's perfect for a holiday party or a cold winter night. Its like drinking hot apple pie that warms your tummy and lifts your spirits. Although its a big undertaking to cook, you wont be disappointed, especially when everyone is complimenting you on making something that tastes so delicious. Make sure you serve it warm. Because this takes a while to put together, I usually make it the night before and pour the mixture into bottles/containers so I can transport it easily. I guessed at the number of servings but its always been enough for the parties I've been to where there have been 25 or more people. -- posted by LexiGirl 2

Choice Candied Carrots

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 13:42:57 -0400

These delicious and sweet vegetables are a delight with any meal. Kids, adults, anyone is sure to eat these! -- posted by Erin #7

Roasted Garbanzo Beans/Chickpeas

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 20:28:44 -0400

These are addictive little snacks. Crunchy and flavorful BUT actually good for you too! The spicier you get these the better imho! Plus, spicy foods are supposed to increase your metabolism! A reviewer said these made their mouth dry- Guess they might also increase my water intake! :) Make sure to get them good and dry before baking and they will cook more quickly. -- posted by mama's kitchen

Canadian Maple Walnut Layer Cake With Fudge Frosting

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 23:43:24 -0400

This never fails to please; walnut and maple syrup sponge cakes, which are frosted and sandwiched together with maple fudge frosting/icing, divine! This is NOT a light airy-fairy sponge cake, as it is made with soft brown sugar to enhance the fudge and maple flavours - and it needs to be fairly robust to hold the walnuts in the cake mixture. It is however, a soft pudding type cake with lots of texture and an amazing taste. Of course this can be made with excellent maple syrup from the USA, but I have called it a Canadian cake, as the maple syrup and maple extract was sent to me by a kind Zaar friend in Canada. The cake is baked in two cake tins; the two cakes can then be cut in two again, making a three-layer cake, (four pieces of cake = three layers) it depends on how high they rise. If you do make a three-layer cake, you may need a little more fudge frosting and filling. This cake keeps very well in an airtight container or tin for up to a week. The cake can also be frozen before icing and frosting defrost it overnight, then assemble and ice the cake when fully defrosted. Pecans can also be used in place of walnuts but I prefer the taste of walnuts with the maple syrup. -- posted by French Tart

Steak Martini/Asparagus Risotto/Braised Tomato Wine Sauce

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 19:49:30 -0400

Bite into a suculent steak and the first thing that comes to mind, might just be the earthy taste of a Cabernet Sauvignon: Louis A Martini! I found this on the LouisMartini.com and Certified Angus Beef site. Fantastic sounding! Have not tasted it as yet; have saved it for my best friend who is planning a large dinner party;).Edited on10/17/2008: The caloric value is high but this is for a whole meal - steak, risotto, cabernet sauvignon, cream ad infinitum!! Therefore, I am warning you but we tasted this and it was wonderful!! Added a few things here and there but I hope this has made it better - at least we like it! Originally posted: 08/07/2008.:=) -- posted by Manami

Asian Steak Topped With Bell Pepper Stir-Fry

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:03:39 -0500

A steakhouse take on Thai beef with sweet red peppers; serve with steamed Jasmine rice. Bon Appetit Magazine, November 2008 edition. -- posted by Manami

Black and Gold

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 19:18:21 -0500

A drink with dark chocolate and cinnamon flavors in your favorite coffee. It's warm, sultry and has a wee kick. Please feel free to adjust the amounts of the liqueurs to your preference. -- posted by Annacia

French Tart's Classic Madeleines: Madelines: Little Fluted Cakes

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:52:55 -0500

These are one of my favourite French cakes; delicate little light sponge cakes, baked in special fluted trays and sprinkled lightly with icing sugar, so elegant, light and airy! Some are flavoured with vanilla extract only, whilst other recipes suggest using lemon or orange; my recipe uses a combination of vanilla extract and lemon. These are ideal served with afternoon coffee or with a glass of dessert wine after a meal, just as the French serve them. You can also dip the tips into melted chocolate, but I prefer mine to be a little more subtle - but it is up to you! -- posted by French Tart

Roasted Shrimp With Feta (Barefoot Contessa)

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 02:25:43 -0500

This is Ina Garten's secret for convincing your guests that you're a natural-born cook! I recommend Greek or French feta if you can find it. Usually Ina prefers feta cubed rather than crumbled, but here she crumbles it in large pieces. Pernod is one of her secret ingredients. "Whenever I cook with fennel, Pernod gives the dish just the right licorice jolt that I love. You don't know the Pernod is there, you just know that the fennel tastes wonderful." -- posted by Manami

Prohibition Classic Cocktail

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 02:35:25 -0500

You can add some soda to this if you need to, but this is no bathtub cocktail! During Prohibition you cannot waste your time drinking a lighter drink. Lillet is a blend of rigorously selected wines and fruit liqueurs, aged in oak vats for around 12 months. Lillet Blanc has a golden color with candied orange, honey, pine resin, lime and fresh mint aromas. This is the stuff in the James Bond cocktails like the Vesper. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Mini Mochaccino Puddings

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 02:49:56 -0500

I saw these in my mother's copy of Woman's Day when I was on vacation in the States and I wanted to put it here so I would have it when I got back to the UK. It certainly looks yummy! The cooking time includes the chilling time. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Almond Chip Cheese Ball

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:48:23 -0500

I grabbed this from a recipe book at my mother's when I was raiding her cookbook collection. It sounds like it could be good for a party and is a change from the savory cheese balls. The book suggests serving it with ginger snaps and vanilla wafers. Cooking time does not include overnight chilling time. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Mango Stuffed Celery Bites

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 22:35:12 -0500

This sounds interesting. I grabbed it from a cookbook my mother had on my last trip home and I wanted to put it here so I could have it when I went back to the UK. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Red Pepper Hummus Deviled Eggs

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:26:40 -0500

Hummus is one of my favorite foods and I also love deviled eggs. So, when I saw this in a flyer handed out for the 'Summer Fresh Hummus' company I wanted to jot it down. You could surely use the discarded yolks for something else so it doesn't feel wasteful. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Hot Black Bean Dip (Reduced Fat)

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:15:59 -0500

This sounds like an interesting dip. I saw it in a cookbook put out by Prevention magazine when I was on vacation at my parents' place and wanted to put in on here to have when I am back in the UK. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Creamed Corn Gratin With Fried Onion Rings and Bacon

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 18:23:54 -0500

This is oh so good! We had it the other night as a trial for Thanksgiving Dinner where all the family members are invited and there are some women who have had more than the 2 point something children - we are talking about Latin women! ;) Bon Appetit Magazine, November 2003 edition. It is a little time consuming to say the least but you make it only once a year! -- posted by Manami

Kill Devil Punch

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 23:38:52 -0500

Recipe by Phil Ward from Death & Co. Even more than most East Coast bartenders, Phil Ward is obsessed with traditional recipes, which he learns by heart {he has a photopgraphic memory}. then tweaks.;) At Death & Co, one of the first places in the country to offer old-fashioned punch-bowl service, he cools his Kill Devil Punch with a block of raspberry ice that releases berries into the bowl as it melts.F&W Magazine, 01/2009 Edition, from: New Must-Try Cocktails, Drinks for a Crowd, Published April 2008. Freezing time = at least 6 hours & cooling time = 1 hour. -- posted by Manami

Southwestern Egg Rolls With Chipotle Cream Dip

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:20:53 -0500

East meets Southwest in this funky Tex-Mex version of an egg roll. It's simple, fun and a great way to use up turkey leftovers. CuisineAtHome 11/27/08 newsletter - eRecipes. You can play around with other flavors, as well. -- posted by Manami

Crispy Duck Rolls With Pomegranate Dipping Sauce

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 23:00:18 -0500

Duck confit - seasoned duck leg quarters slowly roasted in duck fat - is fully cooked and can be found in the meat section of specialty grocers. Look for egg roll wrappers in the international freezer section or near the tofu products. Pomegranate concentrate can be found in many markets and Middle Eastern specialty stores. If plating the Crispy Duck Rolls with a green salad, double the dipping sauce. If there is extra sauce, you can make vinaigrette - whisk in about half the volume of fruity extra virgin olive oil, then season to taste. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Cranberry Cornucopia Sangria

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 23:06:32 -0500

Adapted from "Peterson's Holiday Helper," by Valerie Peterson (Clarkson Potter, 2008). This is a blend of all the favorite holiday flavors, not really a true sangria. You can use a sparkling cider or grape juice, or even a champagne if you'd like to. Cherries are an excellent addition to this drink as well. This is best left to sit for overnight to let the flavors blend well. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Zucchini, Potato and Herb Fritters

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 01:45:37 -0500

Adapted from a recipe in 'The Australian Women's Weekly's TAPAS antipasto mezze'. Be vigilant about squeezing all the liquid from the vegetables and, after thoroughly squeezing out the liquid, pat the vegetables (except the garlic which is likely to stick to the paper!) with paper kitchen towelling. This is a recipe where it's a good idea to have all your ingredients ready before grating the vegetables and grating the potatoes last so they have less time to turn brown! The weights indicated are approximate so the following approximate weight equivalents should give you an idea of the general amount required: 410g = 13oz; 375g = 120z; 75g = 21/2 oz. The number of fritters you get will depend on what size you make them; the number that the fritters will serve will, of course, depend on how many appetisers or other dishes you are serving as part of an antipasto mezze platter. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Turkey-Mex Chip Dip

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:06:51 -0500

This will be made this year to go onto my New Year's Eve appetizer table. Very good!! -- posted by mydesigirl

Miss Patti's Blue Cheese Dip

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:36:55 -0500

From Patti LaBelle. Use as a dip for buffalo hot wings or crackers. -- posted by Sue L

Easy Chicken Egg Rolls

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:33:41 -0500

I can't wait to try these! I love chicken egg rolls and am planning on making these for New Year's Eve. -- posted by mydesigirl

Sour Patch Kid

Thu, 25 Dec 2008 20:53:59 -0500

Has a puckery sweet-tartness that reminds me of the candy with the same name. Fun! -- posted by Sue L

San Francisco Seafood Stew

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:06:53 -0500

"Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco can be touristy, but Bobby Flay goes there to eat 'literally boatloads' of its famous seafood stews (his favorite spots are Pompei's Grotto, Nick's Lighthouse and Tarantino's.)" Flay's version uses generous portions of fresh shrimp, littleneck clams and snapper, quickly cooked in a tasty tomato broth spiked with dry white wine. F&W Magazine, July 2005 edition. From: Bobby Flay's All-American Flavors.A vibrant Italian white with a citrus character like the 2003 Argiolas Costamolino Vermentino. -- posted by Manami

Cranberry Baked Brie

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:24:40 -0500

This recipe was in our local newspaper several years ago. This is a nice appetizer to serve during the holidays. I like to make it for New Year's Eve. -- posted by DesertRose15

Bacon and Horseradish Deviled Eggs

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:23:51 -0500

Come on,you know that sounds good! I developed these after attempting to overcome an addiction to bacon and horseradish dip I developed on my recent trip to the States. You can even make these vegetarian by using the Bacos bacon bits that are made out of soy instead of the actual bacon. The recipe can be scaled up pretty easily for bigger crowds. Also, this is one of those times when I am not totally clear on how to translate an ingredient from UK to US. I used what is called 'horseradish sauce' here in the UK. Which, I remember being somewhere in between prepared horseradish and horseradish cream in the States. So, I put one but you can probably use either. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Salmon and Corn Fritters

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:28:52 -0500

A great appetiser which can be made a day ahead of when you want to serve them, wrapped in foil and reheated when you're ready to serve them. Adapted from a recipe in the Australian magazine 'New Idea'. If you are serving these at a family gathering, most children would probably enjoy these minus the sour cream and smoked salmon! -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Cranberry Angel Parfaits

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:48:42 -0500

What a finale to a holiday dinner party. TOH 2009 No less than eight hours refrigeration time needed for yogurt to drain well plus 4 hours for parfaits to chill. -- posted by Julie B's Hive

Mini-Calzone

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 18:16:47 -0500

This calzone is made with refrigerated pizza dough and makes great appetizers. -- posted by Lainey6605

Hot Mulled Cider - German Glühmost

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 01:49:33 -0500

Traditional hot mulled cider with white wine 'Glühmost', and the more common red wine version 'Glühwein' are served throughout the cold weather season, and are sold by-the-mug at outdoor Christmas Markets in Germany. Delicious! -- posted by BecR

Roasted Squash With Maple Syrup and Sage Cream

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:18:25 -0500

Barbara Lynch isn't choosy about which squash to include in this deeply flavored dish, which gets finished with a sage-infused cream sauce - she with whichever varieties look best at the farmers' market - but delicata and and butternut are among her favorites. From: A Chef's First Thanksgiving found in Food & Wine Magazine, November 2006 edition. It seems to be a lot of work but it is really worth the while! Made it last week and the residents loved it. -- posted by Manami

Cashew and Parsley-Crumbed Chicken With Mustard Vinaigrette

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 17:47:20 -0500

A tasty chicken dish with easy-to-prepare salad greens, cherry tomatoes and red capsicums (or red bell peppers). Rocket, mesculun or baby spinach leaves are ideal greens. I always opt for baby spinach leaves. This recipe is from The Australian Women's Weekly's 'fresh food fast: delicious no-fuss healthy recipes'. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Best Shrimp Creole Ever

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:09:22 -0500

My all time favorite recipe. It's great for parties with no specific meal time. I like to have it finished cooking about 30 minutes to an hour before anyone arrives and just keep it warm on the stove with rice, bowls and spoons on the counter next to the stove. As people get hungry they can help themselves. People who say they don't care for shrimp creole usually ask me for a copy of recipe after they try it. I read about half the other Shrimp Creole recipes and did not find any prepared like this one. The veggies stay crisp instead of mushy like other shrimp creole recipes I have tasted. I like to use small ( 50 to 60 per pound) raw shrimp that I clean myself. But the lady I got this recipe from likes to use leftover boiled shrimp and my neighbor I gave the recipe to like to use frozen pre-cleaned shrimp. It's good with any of them so choose what you prefer. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. I think you will. -- posted by Chef #1135408

Turkey Cakes With Apple Relish

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:52:14 -0500

So why not turkey cakes? These seemed like a fun way to use up some leftover turkey. They are really verey good - how can they be bad? Cuisine At Home Newsletter 11/27/2008 edition of eRecipes. -- posted by Manami

Noble House Long Life Noodles

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:19:11 -0500

Any type of noodle - thin chow mein noodles to broad rice noodles to the thicker Shanghai wheat noodles - is a must at Chinese New Year's. However, long noodles represent a long unbroken life (so cutting them into shorter strands would symbolically shorten your life). Pull out your largest skillet or wok because this recipe creates a full pan. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Easy Sausage Cups (Like Sausage Stars)

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 18:31:16 -0500

This is a variation of Sausage Stars/Sausage Cup recipes that use wanton wrappers and ranch dressing. My version uses Tostitos Scoops (bowl shaped corn chips) and cream cheese for some of the ranch dressing. I made these for Christmas Eve and Super Bowl Sunday, and they were a huge hit on both occasions! You can make the filling in advance and refrigerate until you are ready to assemble and bake. If I am taking these to a party, I fill the shells before I leave home and bake when I arrive at the party. They are also great with regular ranch dressing, but we prefer parmesan peppercorn flavor. -- posted by CindyMarie

Fork Tender Slow-Cooked Baked Ham

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 12:00:44 -0500

If you're a fan of sweet, succulent ham then you are sure to love this recipe. The cloves, maple syrup, pineapple juice, ginger, nutmeg and cinnamon spices will create a delicious aroma in your kitchen and have mouths watering. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

French Toasted English Muffins

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 15:13:03 -0500

This is a decadent version of French toast that we usually do for Christmas or New Years breakfast. It's great any time of year or any time you want to have a fancy breakfast or brunch. -- posted by Hag chef

Smoked Salmon Hash With Dill Vinaigrette

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 11:23:06 -0500

My friend Luisa knows I love smoked salmon and she prepared this dish for me. It is a Bobby Flay recipe to boot! When I asked for the recipe, she already had printed a copy. FoodNetwork - 09/28/2008. -- posted by Manami

Caramel Cream Pie With Crispy Rice Topping

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 11:24:34 -0500

Humble ingredients like puffed rice cereal (transformed into a brilliant topping) and graham crackers (crushed with hazelnuts) to yield a tender crust are the core of this surprisingly luxe dessert.F&W Magazine, 11/2008 Edition; From: Ultimate Thanksgiving Planner - Time Saving Tips. 2 hour chilling time Plus overnight chilling.:) -- posted by Manami

Auld Alliance: Scotch Whisky & French Roquefort Pate

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 12:12:05 -0500

This original simple cheese cream from the historic Overscaig B&B in Sutherland is delicious served as a cream pate for the first course or at the end of a meal as a savoury. From "A Feast of Scotland" by Janet Warren. 'The Auld Alliance' refers to a series of friendship treaties between Scotland and France, first signed in 1295. -- posted by BecR

Auld Alliance: Potted French Blue Cheese and Scotch Whisky Pate

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 17:36:45 -0400

The Auld Alliance is the historic friendship between Scotland and France, as well as a traditional cheese and whisky recipe. Here is a modern version of my Scottish grandmother's recipe for Auld Alliance. I have used Scotch whisky and a lighter French blue cheese, Fourme d'Ambert, instead of the usual Roquefort, which I find very salty. This makes a fabulous appetiser or an alternative cheese course. Choose a blue cheese and Scotch whisky of your choice; blends are better than malts in this recipe. A Potted History! Scotlands most famous connection with Europe was the Auld Alliance with France. First agreed in 1295/6 the Auld Alliance was built on Scotland and Frances shared need to curtail English expansion. Primarily it was a military and diplomatic alliance but for most of the population, it brought tangible benefits through pay as mercenaries in Frances armies and the pick of finest French wines! The preparation time includes the chilling time. -- posted by French Tart

The Best Party Punch Ever!

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 10:12:51 -0400

This recipe will make enough green punch to fill an average size punch bowl. If you are entertaining a large number of people and feel that you need to make more, just multiply all of the ingredients, with the exception of the sherbet. Recently I made this punch for my nephew's first birthday party. To serve aprrox. 50 guests, I multiplied the recipe by 4. Results vary depending on the size of the cups. To change the color of the punch, substitute a different flavor of Kool-aid with a MATCHING color of sherbet. (The two colors must match, othewise, the punch will turn brown.) -- posted by BeanPole

Wiener Schnitzel With a Proper Potato Salad

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 01:06:02 -0400

My adaptation of Huey's Weiner Schnitzel with a Proper Potato Salad. It is the homemade mayonnaise that makes this potato salad particularly delicious - or as Huey described it "proper" - and making it in a food processor couldn't be easier, although it could, of course, also be made by hand. Huey opts for vegetable oil here rather than olive oil as he insists that it can more effectively be flavoured with other ingredients such as herbs and garlic. The bacon he panfries in olive oil and then adds to the hot potatoes which readily absorb the bacon juices. The leftover eggwash he suggests saving and later adding to some extra eggs to make scrambled eggs. To avoid getting lumps in the breadcrumbs, he suggests using one hand for dipping each schnitzel in the flour and egg and the other hand for dipping the floured, egged schnitzel into the breadcrumbs. If you want to enjoy the potato salad at its most flavoursome, it is essential that it NOT be placed in the fridge but that it is made and eaten on the same day. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Beef Burger With Grilled Eggplant (Aubergine) & Salad Greens

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 17:44:03 -0400

Adapted from a recipe 'The Australian Women's Weekly's Grills & Barbecues'. The eggplant (aubergine) not used in step 2 can be added to other vegetable peelings, stalks etc. and kept in a freezer bag until you have enough to make Recipe #135453. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Sweet Pea Soup With Majorero Cream & Roncal Crisps

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:14:22 -0400

From: Cheese Guru by Marcia Kiesel in the February 2005 edition of Food & Wine Magazine. This silky, vividly colored sweet pea puree is ideal for entertaining because it is delicious both warm and at room temperature;;) the soups and crisps can be made entirely ahead, and the tart Majorero cream can be melted just before serving. -- posted by Manami

Spanish Tomato Bread With Serrano Ham

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:41:46 -0400

A tasty looking Spanish recipe that would fit perfectly into a tapas menu. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Smoked Salmon With Beetroot & Vodka Creme Fraiche

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:42:24 -0400

I enjoy both smoked salmon and beetroot. So, when I saw this Scandinavian inspired recipe I wanted to put it here for safe keeping. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Tiny Toads in the Hole

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 01:35:08 -0400

Toad in the hole is one of those British dishes with a name that make most outsiders giggle. Really though it is just sausages baked into a batter - yummy. These are a tiny bite sized version much like pigs in a blanket. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Mexican Hot Chocolate Ice Cream

Wed, 06 May 2009 13:32:05 -0400

I am adding this for ZWT5. It sounds great with all the flavours of Mexican hot chocolate but in ice cream form. Cooking time is the freezing time. Don't let that scare you too much! -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Baked Caramel Corn

Tue, 12 May 2009 00:47:13 -0400

I not sure where this recipe came from originally, but baked caramel corn has been a standby treat for years. It is great for Superbowl parties, New Year's Eve, or family get-togethers. -- posted by ChefJulieS

Joe's Sausage-Cheese Balls

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:26:05 -0400

I have been making these sausage balls for many years now. I always make them around christmas and thanksgiving for partys and just to have around the house for friends that stop by. They are great! A Must Try Appetizer. -- posted by Chef Teer

Upside-Down Tequila Sunrise

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 15:33:05 -0400

This is such a great cocktail! It's great on taste, easy to make and so pretty! This recipe only makes one drink so it might be wise to go for the pitcher-load! It's sure to be a winner at your house, or pool, or anywhere! BTW: Torani syrups are fantastic, non-alcohol and do so much to flavor your drinks, put in your coffee, in recipes, and include it in your desserts. They come in a ton of flavors, such as caramel, chocolate biscotti, white chocolate, and that's only a few. A lot of them are sugare free. Enjoy! Source: Hungry Girl -- posted by FLUFFSTER

Goof Balls

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 10:01:04 -0400

A yummy yummy peanut butter no-bake cookie. It's a great family recipe and everybody's favorite. Prep time includes balling time but not cooling. -- posted by heres_johnni

Layered Brownies/White Chocolate Caramel/Cacao Nib Gelato

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:05:19 -0400

These "Hawks Bars" are what my friend, Judy, has chosen for one of the desserts that she is serving for her big shindig for summer's end! These bars have been named after "Hawks"a restaurant in Granite Bay, Ca. owned by Michael Fagoni and Molly Hawks. Super-sweet fudgy brownies are topped with layers of white-chocolate-flavored caramel, bittersweet chocolate ganache, and candied pecans and served with a scoop of not-too-sweet Cacao Nib Gelato.;) Amazing! Incredible!! Bon Appetit Magazine, September 2009 edition. Chilling, cooling & freezer time all included.<> Bits of shell roasted cacao beans; available at specialty food stores. -- posted by Manami

Smoky Strip Steaks With Chimichurri Sauce

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:07:52 -0400

From: July Fourth, Published July 2007, on the Grill & Pairing of the Day: Big, Balanced Red Wines, July 2008, Food & Wine Magazine, Recipe by Laurent Tourondel. The chimichurri sauce made with parsley, garlic & olive oil is the ubiquitous accompaniement to grilled meats in Argentina; when serving steak, Chef Turondel often prefers its clean, sharp flavors to richer French sauces like bernaise or red wine sauce. The tang of chimichurri is especially delicious with his smokey steaks, seasoned with both smoked sea salt and smoked pepper. Make the sauce a day ahead - it will keep very well. :) -- posted by Manami

Shrimp Scampi

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:10:22 -0400

Here's a fast, easy, and elegant appetizer or main course....especially if you make the flavored butter in advance (you can make the butter upto a week ahead and refrigerate until ready to use.) Serve along with a nice white wine and some good crusty bread for dipping in the garlic butter. Be ready for raves!!!! -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Croque Monsieur Puffs

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:24:10 -0400

My latest crush is this new incarnation of gourgeres, or cheese puffs. These were inspired by the classic French ham-and-cheese sandwich, Croque Monsieur. If you're serving only one thing with cocktails before dinner, it would have to be these heavenly puffs. They're perfect for "popping" in between sips of a Pear Thyme Fizz or Peach 75. -- posted by College Girl

Pear Thyme Fizz

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:16:46 -0400

Fresh thyme's savoriness is wonderful against the crips drness of pear. Accompanied by Croque Monsieur Puffs http://www.recipezaar.com/rz.240478 or Roasted Pear Crostini with Gorgonzola, this sparkling cocktail is pure pear'fection! -- posted by College Girl

Quick and Easy French Cognac and Crème Fraiche Ice Cream

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 02:09:28 -0500

This is a really easy ice cream to whip up and one that I make every Christmas to go with the Christmas pudding and with my annual Rumtopf or Brandied Cherries and Apricots. You can make it in an ice cream maker if you have one, but as it is a non-custard base ice cream, it works just as well without an ice cream maker. It lasts for one month in the freezer and is a great addition to the summer dining table too! -- posted by French Tart

Festive Sugar Plums - Old Fashioned Sweetmeats

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:37:27 -0500

I love the Nutcracker Ballet and the music that accompanies it, especially the dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies! These fabulous little festive sweetmeats are based on a recipe that I adapted from Delia Smith's latest and BRILLIANT cookbook, "Happy Christmas". I have made these TWICE already - as a pre-Christmas dummy run, and they are SO easy as well as being extremely delicious! Sugar plums are mentioned in all forms of literature; most famously in The Night Before ChristmasThe children were nestled, all snug in their beds, While visions of sugar plums danced in their heads". However, they are a VERY old kind of sweet/candy, and I have traced some recipes right back to the Middle Ages in one guise or another, usually with minced meat hence sweet meat. This recipe can be made as a boozy after dinner adult treat, or with orange juice so the children can dream of them dancing in their heads! NB: These are great fun to make with the children, as they are easy as well as being "no-cook". If you plan to make them for gifts or to sell, pack them into attractive cellophane bags, glass jars or boxes and add a pretty ribbon as well as a label of ingredients and storage details. This recipe is part of my Old Fashioned Sweet Shop collection of recipes, sweets, candies, fudges, sugar plums and chocolates! -- posted by French Tart

Creamy Mushroom Bruschetta

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:24:56 -0500

This is from a bi-monthly foodie magazine published in town and this was from the head chef at an amazing restaurant in Calgary called Brava Bistro. So decadent and delicious! Even my mushroom hating boyfriend liked it! good, because you can prepare the mushrooms and the cream ahea of time and then just assemble quickly when your guest are there! -- posted by Cadillacgirl

Scallop-Spinach Spread

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 09:29:51 -0500

Coastal Living Magazine, December 2009 edition - while you are preparing other canapés, you can have this ready to serve. Also, do the same with cold hors d'oeuvres. -- posted by Manami

After the Party is Over! Refreshing Detox Fresh Fruit Salad

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 14:50:57 -0500

A wonderful brunch recipe for the morning after or when you need an early boost for a busy day ahead; although this is super healthy and refreshing, I have also served this as the dessert dish for a buffet, BUT with champagne as the liquid instead of orange juice! (Just another idea for dressing this fresh fruit salad up with frills!) This is not only healthy, but it is SO festive and colourful - my photo shows the one I made this Boxing Day (26th December), I usually add kiwi fruit too, but we had run out of them.......oooops! My quantities listed here make enough for 6 to 8 people, but this can be increased as well as reduced to suit personal requirements. I normally serve this with crème fraiche or vanilla yoghurt, but its also wonderful when served naked, the salad that is, not me! The fruits I have suggested are rich in vitamins and antioxidants for a quick mental boost, as well as a rapid detox to aid recovery after a heavy night or after indulging in rich food, but please do adapt this to your own seasonal and local produce if you wish. -- posted by French Tart

Little Smoked Salmon Cucumber Cups With Peppered Creme Fraiche

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 15:30:18 -0500

Delightful and EASY little smoked salmon and cucumber appetisers, and healthy too, with NO pastry! These are a breeze to make but they tick all the taste boxes, as well as being elegant. Cucumbers do vary in size, and I have suggested a medium cucumber, which is about 10" to 12" long.........however, any size will do!! Adjust the crème fraiche to how many cups you yield from a cucumber, I managed to make 30 cups and used 10 tablespoons of crème fraîche for that amount, 1 teaspoon per cup. Serve these with cocktails and pre-dinner drinks, or as part of a buffet. The cucumber cups and crème fraîche can be prepared beforehand, but these should only be assembled 1 hour before serving (at the most) and covered in cling film to ensure the smoked salmon does not dry out. Allow 2 to 4 per person, depending on what else is served. -- posted by French Tart

Champagne Fruit Cup

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 19:05:00 -0500

Chic, refreshing, and oh so French! Serve this elegant champagne fruit cup garnished with a mint sprig, lemon balm, or fresh edible flowers such as violets or rose petals. Courtesy 'Famous French Cookery' by Woman's Day. -- posted by BecR

Shrimp Ceviche With Avocado

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 19:05:40 -0500

My son-in-law makes this wonderful ceviche for us every Christmas and New Years, and for the 4th of July too! Everyone loves it! Serve the ceviche well-chilled in small plastic cups or chilled cocktail glasses (I suggest placing the bowl of ceviche within a larger bowl full of ice to keep it icy cold), along with tostadas chips or tortilla scoops and some chili sauce on the side. Very delicious and refreshing! Note: amounts are approximate-- feel free to adjust measurements to suit your own tastes. Cook time is chill time. -- posted by BecR

Escargot Vol-Au-Vent. Garlic Butter Snails in Mini Vol-Au-Vents

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 13:06:33 -0500

Garlicky buttered snails served in little light vol-au-vent cases, what a treat for all snail lovers! Living in France gives me access to some wonderful escargots, as well as superb garlic and butter too. These are just brilliant when served as appetisers for New Year or any other festive gathering. The beauty of these over the classic snails served in a baker or in their shells, is that you can eat the WHOLE thing! EVERY single bit of that naughty but exceedingly nice garlic and herb butter, all in one amazing mouthful! If you are unable to get hold of mini vol-au-vents, I have posted an alternative way to make your own little puff pastry cases, using readymade pastry for ease of preparation! Allow 2 to 3 per person if these are being served with other nibbles and appetisers. (Prep time includes baking the cases if not using readymade vol-au-vent cases.) -- posted by French Tart

Frozen Festive Vodka or Tequila Bottles With Herbs and Berries

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 17:05:20 -0500

Another GREAT Jamie Oliver recipe, and one that I am preparing for New Year's Eve! Jamie says you can use any spirits or liquor, but he suggestes vodka and tequila in his recipe. These bottles look SO festive and pretty, I plan to use holly, berries, bay leaves, fruit slices, ivy and woody herbs for my bottles this year. DO check that the liquor bottle fits INSIDE the plastic water bottle first! This recipe idea for serving liquor originates from Scandinavia. (Prep time is for freezing the bottles.) -- posted by French Tart

Crab Balls With Grapefruit Salad

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 08:52:12 -0500

Crab Balls with Grapefruit Salad Recipe by Jean-Georges Vongerichten The crab and grapefruit in this dish first appeared at the restaurant Spice Market tossed with cold glass noodles. Jean Georges Vongerichten decided it was a "messy pile," but liked the flavors, so he reconfigured them into crab balls rolled in panko (Japanese bread crumbs) and sesame seeds. The side salad is a fabulous mix of tart (grapefruit), spicy (Thai chile) and sweet (ginger syrup). ;) F&W Magazine, From: Jean Georges's Best Small Plates, Published, July 2006 edition. 2 hr 20 min freezing and thawing time. -- posted by Manami

Crispy Chicken and Vegetable Croquettes (Croquetes De Rostit)

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 10:24:46 -0500

Recipe by Jeff KoehlerIsmael Prados, the Jamie Oliver of Catalonia, is the chef at La Vinya del Senyor, a Barcelona tapas bar with two branches. Prados presides over the newer one, on the north side of the city center, preparing delicious snacks like these crispy, delicately spiced ;) Croquetes de Rostit.F&W Magazine, From: Best Tapas from the Best Tapas Bar, published in February 2005 edition. WINE PAIRING:Search for easy-to-find bright, fruity rosé - try the 2003 Gonzalez Lara Fuente del Conde Rosado de Tempranillo or the 2003 Faustino V Rosé :( Sorry, forgot to account for cooling time of 1 hour+. -- posted by Manami

Bite-Size Wasabi Crab Cakes & Ginger Aioli

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:49:49 -0500

This crab cake mixture can be made several hours ahead. After cooked keep warm in 200ºF oven for about an hour. Coastal Living Magazine, December 2009 edition. We used these for our party, as well and I didn't even get to taste them but they smelled deeevine! :) -- posted by Manami

Spicy Shrimp Wraps

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 21:33:43 -0500

You don't have to heat up the kitchen to make this crowd pleaser. It is perfect to make, grab and go for a charming waterside gathering. We made this on the beach and placed the shrimp over bright green banana leaves and it looked so tropical! :) I could feel the the breeze from the Gulf - oh how beautiful! -- posted by Manami

Pain DÉpices - Spiced French Gingerbread Loaf With Honey

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:20:36 -0500

A French classic and one that I will me making myself from now on, having just paid a small fortune for a tiny, if delicious loaf from my local boulangerie! This is a cross between sticky ginger parkin and a gingerbread cake or a tea loaf. It is not as moist as parkin or gingerbread, but it is extremely good when spread with butter or even better, when toasted.......divine! It is also surprisingly good when served with cheese. Another idea that I discovered in a local café, is to serve it warm with a dollop of crème fraiche and a little bunch of fresh berries on top, a perfect dessert for an elegant dinner party! This improves with keeping and makes a wonderful gift for a foodie friend or hostess wrap in cellophane and attach a ribbon with serving suggestions. If you cannot source Quatre Épices, I have a recipe on zaar to make it at home! Recipe #283280 -- posted by French Tart