Recipezaar: Valentines Day recipes

Mediterranean-Style Tuna and Olive Sandwich

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:09:17 -0500

A sandwich that is served at the small cafes in the Mediterranean --- although they serve it mixed with olive oil I have listed mayonnaise I think you will enjoy it better that way, also many cafes use fresh cooked tuna, I have listed canned you may of coarse use the fresh ---the bread slices may be lightly toasted in a skillet if desired. -- posted by KITTENCAL

Valentine's Lollipop Hearts

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 18:23:09 -0500

I was looking for something fun to make for Valentine's Day gifts for my friends. I found this and am going to give it a try. I think that they sound easy and will turn out pretty. -- posted by mydesigirl

Valentine's Berry Parfaits

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 18:25:13 -0500

I'm planning a special Valentine's dinner and I think that this will be my dessert. After a heavy meal I think that this will be lite enough to finish the evening off. -- posted by mydesigirl

Kittencal's Tender and Juicy Breaded Dijon Chicken Breast

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 18:31:30 -0500

You may not have your chicken any other way after you taste this! --- browning the chicken in oil firstly adds lots flavor, make certain to bread all the chicken breasts and have them ready on a plate before browning. -- posted by KITTENCAL

Holiday Hot Cinnamon Cider

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 02:26:04 -0500

Melted candies give cider a festive color and cinnamon kick! -- posted by looneytunesfan

Chocolate Mousse With Exotic Spices

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 16:32:55 -0500

For chocolate lovers and perfect for Valentine's day. This is from the Madame magazine. I think it's for 2 servings. -- posted by Boomette

Chocolate Fudge Pecan Pie

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:21:13 -0500

A quick, easy recipe to satisfy your chocolate fix! Prep time does not include chilling time. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Victoria Sandwich - Classic English Sponge Cake for Tea Time

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 01:02:38 -0500

The Victoria Sandwich is the quintessential English cake, conjuring up images of old England and afternoon tea. It's always been a favourite in cake baking competitions and is even used by manufacturers to test new cookers.This is one of the recipes that I use when I make my Victoria Sandwich sponge cake - the other method is posted at the end of the recipe; the ingredients are the same but the weight ratio is slightly different. This method is the original and more traditional way of weighing your ingredients, bearing in mind that the recipe is Victorian! A true Victoria Sandwich would only contain jam, usually raspberry, but as the cake became more popular and cooks became more affluent, cream was added as a delicious addition. I was always taught that caster sugar was sprinkled on top - again, icing sugar is often used nowadays. This recipe adaptation was taken from the WI website, a wonderful organisation in Great Britain for woman of all ages, backgrounds, race or creed - remember The Calendar Girls? They were all WI members! Historical note: Anna, the Duchess of Bedford (1788-1861), one of Queen Victoria's ladies-in-waiting, is credited as the creator of tea time. She invited friends to join her for an additional afternoon meal at five o'clock in her rooms. The menu centred around small cakes, bread and butter sandwiches, assorted sweets, and, of course, tea.The practice of inviting friends to come for tea in the afternoon was quickly picked up by other social hostesses. Queen Victoria adopted the new craze for afternoon tea time. By 1855, the Queen and her ladies were in formal dress for the Victorian tea time parties. This simple cake was one of the queen's favourites and was named in honour of the Queen as a mark of the cake's most devoted followers! (I used home made lemon curd for the cake in my photos, a tangy change from raspberry jam!) -- posted by French Tart

Chocolaty Cherry Biscotti

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:46:43 -0500

Chocolate and cherry perfection!! The flavors of rich semi-sweet chocolate and cherries make these biscotti doubly delicious. These simply sweet cookies pair wonderfully with your afternoon coffee or tea. -- posted by Annacia

Molten Chocolate-Cherry Cakes

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:47:36 -0500

These little molten chocolate-cherry cakes are perfect to serve on Valentine's Day for a very special dessert. When you cut into them, chocolate comes "oozing" out, so good! Remember, it is very important to serve these cakes warm from the oven. Be sure to make the dipped cherrries ahead and have them ready. -- posted by Annacia

Chocolate Cookie Cheesecake

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 23:56:21 -0500

From Taste of Home. Prep time does not allow for time to chill overnight. -- posted by carolinafan

Blushing Rose Mimosa

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 01:34:44 -0500

Delicate floral notes enhance this blushing mimosa cocktail! -- posted by BecR

Pasta With Salami and Peas

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 02:03:49 -0500

if you enjoyed my recipe#159894 then you will like this recipe, you will need the amount of oil and butter stated to coat the pasta, adjust the chili flakes to suit heat level --- all beef salami works the best for this, purchase a whole small chub then chop, all amounts may be adjusted to taste. -- posted by KITTENCAL

Frozen Lite Chocolate Cheesecake

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 01:02:09 -0500

I love anything chocolate!! This cheesecake is creamy and absolutely delicious! Also delicious with the Mocha variation. Enjoy! Please NOTE: Plan ahead! This requires at least 6 hours in the freezer! If you like this, you should try Recipe #371878 -- posted by kittycatmom

Pomegranate Julep (Mocktail)

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 01:53:53 -0500

Another gem from the Pom Wonderful website, this is an easy and delicious non-alcoholic alternative to other juleps. Its beautiful pink color makes it perfect for Valentine's Day, breast cancer awareness celebrations, baby or bridal showers, or any fun and festive occasion. The lime juice adds a depth of flavor that nicely complements the flavor of the pomegranate. -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Pomegranate Mimosa (Mocktail)

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 02:01:33 -0500

Perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion, this very simple yet elegant non-alcoholic cocktail comes courtesy of the folks at Pom Wonderful. The amount of the cider is approximate -- the original recipe simply calls for "1 glass sparkling cider", which I've estimated at 6 ounces so as to better fit into a standard champagne flute. Feel free to adjust to your tastes. Using a champagne flute will allow the beauty of the drink to come through, with the dark red of the pomegranate juice filling the stem portion as the cider sparkles above. -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Pomegranate Ice Cubes

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 02:03:08 -0500

From the Pom Wonderful website comes this super-easy and elegant twist on the humble ice cube. These add a lovely pinkish hue to any light-colored drink (sparkling water or ginger ale make for an especially pretty presentation). NOTE: You can save time and work by using packaged pomegranate seeds, available in some grocery stores (such as Trader Joe's) in the refrigerated produce section. Cook time is freezing time. -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Oven-Roasted Garlic Potatoes

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:57:53 -0500

Serves 2, but can easily be doubled or tripled. Just throw these in the oven and let them roast while you prepare the rest of your meal. The aroma will be wonderful. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Easy Cran-Raspberry Sauce

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:29:11 -0500

This simple but elegant twist on cranberry sauce comes from Stephanie Jaworski by way of her website, joyofbaking.com. I came across this when searching for a good cranberry sauce that didn't include orange juice as a primary ingredient. I have a medical condition that requires me to severely limit my intake of citrus, which means that the usual cranberry sauce recipes just don't work for me. This yummy alternative can be used many ways, but is especially wonderful over ice cream. Cooking time is approximate. -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Mexican Coffee Pudding With Kahlua Whipped Cream

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 01:08:32 -0500

Bon Appetit February 2009 -- posted by Mom2Rose

Pastel Uber Fruity Cupcakes

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 17:14:16 -0500

These cupcakes are absolutely delicious. Choose your favorite flavor of jello and transform a simple white cake mix into an uber fruity treat. The homemade butter cream adds a fruit with cream note to the top loved by kids and adults alike -- posted by Jena from Santa Clara

Red Velvet Cake

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 01:49:18 -0500

My DH grew up on this cake! Of course, his mom had a recipe from a hotel in New York that presumably someone paid $1k for back in the fifties! Now, I believe that's an urban legend, much like the similar urban legend surrounding the famous super model's cookies of the 80's -- and I can't even remember her name! Yet her cookies were sold in airports and in cookie boutiques across the nation for years (they may still be out there!). The urban legend is all about someone paying an exorbitant price for a recipe so the disgruntled payer shares the recipe with the world at large so that it eats into so-and-so's profits (i.e., by folks making the special recipe themselves and not buying it). I'm not buying the urban legend! So there! This recipe is not about cookies; it's about classic red velvet cake. This recipe is based on the one from the magazine Cook's Country, December/January 2007. I hope you enjoy this! BTW, my DH would really love a copy of the one his mother made -- please let me know if you've posted it or have it! :) NOTE: This recipe must be prepared with natural cocoa powder. Dutch-processed cocoa will not yield the proper color or rise.Once this cake is made, you may cover and refrigerate it until ready to serve, up to 3 days. -- posted by mersaydees

Valentines Brownie Pie

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 11:42:29 -0500

This is a very special recipe which i have discovered on my first valentines. 7 years ago. Tip to make is to prepare with love. -- posted by allnewrecipes.blogspot.com

Kittencal's Pan-Seared Steak, Stove Top-To-Oven Method

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:14:40 -0500

There has been many requests for pan seared steak that is started in a skillet then finished cooking in the oven this is the recipe/method for the perfect seared steak---to insure perfect doneness you will need an instant-read thermometer for this, and you will need a cast-iron or a heavy oven-proof skillet --- the times listed are for 2-1/2-inch thick steaks preferably New York or rib-eye. --- IMPORTANT do not add on any salt until the steak is finished cooking, salt will draw out the juices, and make certain to leave the steak/s out at room temperature for 1-1/2 hours this will relax the meat fibers and make for a tender juicy steak -- posted by KITTENCAL

Caramel Fondue

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 01:15:55 -0500

This came from Readers Digest - Valentines Day Recipes -- posted by Ceezie

Raspberry White Chocolate Cake With Lemon Buttercream

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 14:27:35 -0500

Sweet, buttery, lemony goodness! This is a decadent, impressive cake for special occasions or just because you love someone! My hubby requests this for Valentines Day and anniversaries. I made it for my moms 70th birthday celebration. Its that special. But its easy to make, too. The only tricky part is splitting the 2 cake layers into 4. Even if you dont get it done perfectly (and my layers are sometimes a bit uneven), it will still look and taste great. The cake layers and frosting are from two different Cake Mix Doctor recipes. I put them together with the raspberry filling. Dont even think about ruining the cake by using raspberry jam with seeds. -- posted by appleydapply

The Love Potion

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 14:28:56 -0500

A Valentine's Day cocktail by Andrea Leigh at http://www.aldenteblog.com -- posted by DrGaellon

Asian-Style Oven Roasted Pork Tenderloin

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 16:22:48 -0500

I have left the crushed chili flakes as optional if you like more heat then add them in ---plan ahead the pork needs to marinade for 8-24 hours, make certain to line your pan with foil for easy clean up ---this is very good! -- posted by KITTENCAL

Kittencal's Easy Skillet Chicken Parmesan Marinara

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:39:13 -0500

This is an easy dish to make and so delicious! use you own favorite marinara sauce for this, Classic Fire Roasted Tomato and Garlic Pasta sauce works well for this ---all amounts may be adjusted to taste, this may also be made using skin on chicken pieces with cooking time increased Fire Roasted Tomato and Garlic Pasta Sauce --- serve with garlic bread and a side salad --- see my recipe#105726 -- posted by KITTENCAL

Mediterranean Fish Prosciutto Parcels

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:32:19 -0500

If you haven't thought of combining fish and meat before, try these parcels of fish wrapped in prosciutto. The fish is cooked and served on a bed of roasted vegetables for a truly Mediterranean flavour. -- posted by English_Rose

Sexy Strawberry Surprise

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:54:44 -0500

Succulent strawberries laced with brandy and topped with vanilla flavoured whipped cream -- posted by English_Rose

Kittencal's Quick 5-Minute Chinese Noodles

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:09:11 -0500

I make this often it's easy and a great way to use up leftover cooked spaghetti, after you chop the garlic and green onions this takes only about 5 minutes to make, the amounts listed are really only a guideline you may use any amount of spaghetti and adjust all other ingredients to suit your taste --- I have left the chili flakes as optional you may omit or adjust to heat level, we like spicy so I always use about 1 teaspoon, make certain to use only cold spaghetti for this, you may use cooked Chinese soba noodles if desired in place of the spaghetti, I like to add in a few teaspoons sesame oil also while cooking, prep time does not include cooking the spaghetti -- posted by KITTENCAL

Pepper Crusted Filet Mignon

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:49:19 -0500

There's nothing better than a really great steak! I haven't made this yet, however thinking I will make this either for Valentines Day, or DH's birthday. Found on America's Test Kitchen... -- posted by kittycatmom

Valentines Cranberry Oatmeal

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 11:07:58 -0500

This Lovely Valentine red color oatmeal is so heart healthy. Making this is very Heart healthy great for keeping you Loving For a long time! ;) Juices high in vitamin C with your oatmeal elevates your breakfast to a super-food! The nutrients in oatmeal and cranberry juive and dried cranberries work synergistically to provide double the benefits. The phenols in oatmeal and the vitamin C in the juice both help make LDL more stable. The more stable your LDL, the less likely it is to rupture, stick to artery walls and cause heart attacks. So reduce your cholesterol! With this excellent source of fiber and good source of potassium and Omega-3. Low in sodium. Optional Dairy free making it good for lactose intolerant! -- posted by ~Rita~

Low Fat Chocolate Fudge Cake

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 11:12:30 -0500

From Woman's Weekly Everyday Cakes and Cookies. I made this into cupcakes instead of a big cake. Very tasty! -- posted by chefina

Cheese for Starters? - Done!

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 03:00:19 -0500

This is such a simple and delicious starter that I serve it all the time. It is both, compfort food and festive. You can serve it for a romantic dinner for 2 as well as a crowd and anybody who likes cheese will love this. It uses the simples ingredients and is done in minutes. -- posted by Iceland

Chocolate Banana Nut Custards

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:06:59 -0500

Saw this on the Food Network. Looked simple to prepare and wanted to post this for safe-keeping. Use two 6 oz ramekins for two servings, if you're fortunate enough to find heart shaped ramekins, that makes for a beautiful presentation! -- posted by cali_love

Romantic Chicken Scallopine With Saffron Cream Sauce

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:11:42 -0500

This is a recipe of Giada De Laurentiis's from Foodnetwork.com (but I lessened the salt, added flour, upped the garlic, and added a sauce-thickening tip). It seems like it would be super hard, but it is really not that difficult. The first time I made it was for my husband on Valentine's Day. I had never cooked with several of the ingredients before, and except accidentally buying chicken tenders instead of chicken cutlets, it turned out just lovely. :) I also found saffron threads the cheapest at Whole Foods, almost $7.00 less expensive than the next cheapest place! I served this over angel hair pasta with green beans and garlic breadsticks, and we had Recipe #175610 for dessert. -- posted by Greeny4444

Menage a Trois (The Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Cookie)

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:18:44 -0500

Take a bite of this cookie and go to Chocoholic Heaven. They will melt in your mouth in ways that you never thought possible for a cookie. Be aware that they only keep for a few days, and that they tend to be very fragile. Also, they can be somewhat finnicky to make; do not be dismayed if they do not come out right the first time. Good quality chocolate, proper oven technique, and parchment paper are all very important. And yes, the flour: chocolate ratio is correct - that is what gives it its texture (and makes it so expensive). From "A Field Guide to Chocolate Chip Cookies" by Dede Wilson. -- posted by Oenophilly

Killer Hazelnut Brownie Bites

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:34:38 -0500

These are pretty little bites. The frosting has grenadine in it, so is a pretty pink! This comes from Aaron McCarty, winner of the Next Food Network Star. Yummy! -- posted by Sharon123

Love Martini (Melting Pot)

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:57:32 -0500

i had this at the melting pot and it was the best martini i've ever had! (note: i'm a big fan of the girly, sweet, fruity drinks). It smells and looks amazing! -- posted by miraclelove77

Almond and Plum Tart

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 02:00:00 -0500

A very light cake perfect to have with a cup of freshly brewed coffee! This recipe is based on a recipe that my dear Mother passed on to me - the only difference between the 2 recipes is the addition of almond essence and slithered almonds. -- posted by Karin...

Balsamic and Brown Sugar Roasted Carrots

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 09:48:24 -0500

A delicious variation for roasting carrots. Perfect as an accompaniment to a roast or a casserole. -- posted by Noo

Freshly Shucked Oysters and Sauce Mignonette With a Twist!

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 12:21:51 -0500

A classic with a twist - I like to add a splash or three of Tabasco sauce to my shallot and red wine vinegar Mignonette sauce, for that extra zap! This is easy to make and is even better if you let the oysters marinate in the sauce for ten to fifteen minutes before serving them. I also like my oysters au natural with just a squeeze of lemon, but variety is the spice of life, and this makes an exciting change! The quantities listed below will be sufficient for between 12 large and 24 small oysters. -- posted by French Tart

Sirloin Steaks With Red Wine Berry Sauce

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:00:41 -0500

Yep, it's that good. And although it sounds fancy, it is really easy to make. Throw a couple of potatoes in the oven, roast some asparagus and sit down to an incredible meal- candelight optional. From a little recipe card I found at the grocery store. -- posted by cookiedog

Thick Apple Pancakes With Raspberry Sauce

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 11:21:42 -0500

This is a fabulous and impressive recipe (both visually and in deliciousness). It's great with or without the raspberry sauce The recipe makes about twice the amount of sauce necessary (in my opinion), but the leftovers are amazing on ice cream! I don't strain the raspberries because the seeds don't bother me. You can also replace with strawberries. If you really want a decadent meal, top with whipped cream. You can prepare the recipe as directed or just bring the apple topping and raspberry sauce out to the table and let people plate it themselves. It's also great if you mix the apple topping right into the pancake batter. Really, it's hard to go wrong with this recipe. :) This beautiful brunch dish is served at The Ahwahnee Hotel in Yosemite Valley, CA and was printed in "Bon Appétit" (Nov. 2000). If you are just cooking for one or two, leftover batter refrigerates well. -- posted by blucoat

Cranberry Cream Pie (No Bake)

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:06:07 -0500

Another find from the Cape Cod Cranberry Growers' Association. Unlike other cranberry cream pies here on 'Zaar, this beautiful and easy recipe requires no baking and showcases fresh (or frozen) cranberries rather than dried berries or canned cranberry sauce. If you use a store-bought graham cracker crust, it's even faster to put together. For an especially pretty presentation, garnish with a little whipped cream. NOTE: Prep time does not include cooling for the sauce; cook time is chilling time for the prepared pie. -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Asperge Violette: Violet Asparagus With Hollandaise Sauce

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 17:28:51 -0400

A springtime treat in France, violet asparagus - gently steamed and then served with hollandaise sauce, divine! All that is needed to accompany this seasonal delicacy is crusty bread and chilled white wine. There are several ways of making this classic French sauce, I give you a very simple method here, and this recipe is well behaved enough to stay warm for up to 30 minutes! There are three types of cultivated asparagus: white, violet and green. The exposure time of asparagus to sunlight determines its colour under sunlight the white asparagus turns first violet and then green. The cultivation methods applied determine the colour. Green asparagus for example is grown above ground and tastes most similar to the original wild asparagus. I like to sprinkle fresh violets from the garden on my asparagus - violets are edible and even if you do not eat them, they make a beautiful garnish! Serves 4 as an appetiser and 2 to 3 as a light meal. -- posted by French Tart

Easiest Ever Chocolate Fudge Cake

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:53:27 -0400

It is the magazine I found this recipe in calling this 'the easiest', not me. That said, it does look pretty easy. I found it in a booklet produced by the British cooking magazine Olive. So, the measurements are in grams rather than ounces but don't let that scare you and remember you can use the conversion chart here to instantly convert the recipe. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Orange Eggs Benedict

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:09:25 -0400

This dish is truly spectacular, perfect for a birthday, anniversary, Mother's Day, or any other special brunch occasion. My hubby discovered it in The New Basics Cookbook by Rosso & Lukins a few years ago. He had forgotten to get reservations at my favorite restaurant for Mother's Day brunch so he made this instead. It was better than my favorite restaurant! The original recipe says it serves 4. But it is very rich and it's enough food for 8 if you're serving with a side of fresh fruit. That cuts the calories and fat in half. -- posted by appleydapply

Apple Cranberry Puffed Pancakes

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 23:53:42 -0400

Discovered on another site, this is a specialty recipe served at the Greenwoods Gate Bed and Breakfast Inn in Norfolk, Connecticut. I haven't yet tried it, but given my love of cranberries I know I'll be making this soon! -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Spicy Garlic Chicken Breast Cutlets

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:49:49 -0400

Plan ahead the chicken will need to marinate for at least 6 hours or up to 24 hours, you may need to adjust the hot sauce and cayenne to suit heat level, after you make this once you will know how much hot sauce and cayenne is suitable for you taste --- this is very good! -- posted by KITTENCAL

Chocolate Cheesecakes for Two

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 02:12:23 -0400

This is a Paula Deen recipe she came up with for a Valentine's meal, and it makes two 4" cheesecakes. I found it after Valentine's Day this year, but I'm going to make it on my husband's birthday -- it looks like it will make a terrific dessert for special occasions. Note: There is a 4-hour chilling time required in addition to the cooking time. -- posted by TasteTester

Pretty and Pink Pound Cake

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 12:08:42 -0400

I love from-scratch pound cakes, so when I found this one on another site I knew I had to post it here for safekeeping. Served at the Church Point Manor in Virginia Beach, this seems like a lighter-than-usual version of pound cake -- a major selling point for me! I think I may make this for Easter, though its pretty color would also make it great for Valentine's Day, baby showers or kid's tea parties, to name just a few possibilities. :) -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Pear, Spinach, Walnut & Celery Salad

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:02:38 -0400

Another healthy recipe that I have collected for my pre-summer health push. I found this in the "Healthy Eating" cookbook put out by "The Australian Woman's Weekly" I was particularly drawn to it by the dressing as it is without oil which always pushes up the calorie count a good deal. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Cocoa Pancakes

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 02:13:47 -0400

We serve these pancakes for breakfast every Valentines Day - even if it falls on a school day! They are very rich, but oh so delicious. The kids look forward to them all year! The original recipe from the Penzey's Spices catalog said to cook them in heart-shaped pancake molds, but pancake molds have never worked well for me. I just use cookie cutters. The "scraps" are just as delicious as the cut-outs. -- posted by 2hot2handle

Goat's Cheese & Thyme Stuffed Chicken

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:19:45 -0400

A French inspired dish I found in a back issue of BBC Good Food Magazine. The recipe says it can be frozen in the uncooked stage. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Creamy Mustard & Tarragon Chicken

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:27:24 -0400

A French inspired dish I found in a back issue of BBC Good Food magazine. The recipe uses reduced fat crème fraîche but if you can't get that just use the full fat variety. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Champagne Syllabub

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:44:33 -0400

A simple yet fancy French inspired dessert found in a back issue of Olive magazine. -- 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

Basting Sauce for Grilled Fish

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 01:01:51 -0400

This is not a marinade it is used to baste while grilling and works well with all fish, I have used it on salmon and halibut with great results... this is very good! -- posted by KITTENCAL

Pink Syllabub

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 01:18:05 -0400

This is so pretty as well as delicious. Make this when you aim to impress. The pretty pink color is the result of black currant liqueur. -- posted by Super Wifey

Sun-Dried Tomato Potato Crush

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 01:06:53 -0400

I threw this together tonight on a whim to go along side a nice steak. I enjoyed the results so figured I would share it here. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Chocolate Dessert Quesadillas

Wed, 06 May 2009 13:51:55 -0400

These sound really good! I have added them for ZWT5. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Madeira Sauce

Fri, 08 May 2009 12:47:35 -0400

A Portuguese inspired sauce that goes well with beef. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Magnificent Mango Mousse

Sun, 10 May 2009 19:16:27 -0400

This ultra-light, fluffy and refreshing recipe for Mango Mousse is sure to enliven your palette, while invigorating your senses. It's the perfect treat for a hot summer day. -- posted by G.A.B.

Rocky Road Fudge (No Bake)

Tue, 12 May 2009 01:08:26 -0400

This recipe is similar to rocky road treats because of its crunch and crunch! There are many things you can add to make it crunchier as well! This recipe is open for experimentation! And the best part is, for those of you (like me) without an oven, this doesn't require one! LOL -- posted by Annicka Shadowing

Can-Can Canapés! Boursin Baguette Bruschetta

Sat, 16 May 2009 10:43:39 -0400

Ooh la la! Let's do the can-can, have our canapés and eat them with wild high-kicking abandon! The full flavour and creamy texture of Boursin cheese makes an ideal ingredient for party nibbles. These bruschetta are quick and easy to prepare and hit the nibbles and aperitifs spot! High kicks and dancing are not compulsory, as you might spill your drink and drop your bruschetta! -- posted by French Tart

Strawberry Mousse Parfaits

Thu, 21 May 2009 01:52:01 -0400

From TOH magazine. Although the recipe calls for the parfaits to be served in parfait or cocktail glasses, I think they'd be nice scaled down to fit in a smaller glass, such as shot glasses. The ribbon of bright red strawberries in the middle of the creamy pink mousse looks so pretty! The prep time doesn't include time for the berry mixture to chill. -- posted by Halcyon Eve

Strawberry Banana Smoothie (Try It--It's Delicious)

Sat, 23 May 2009 17:50:33 -0400

It's a very creamy and yummy smoothie. -- posted by Maddy #4

Be Mine Buttermilk Cake With Chambord Truffle Cream

Sun, 31 May 2009 19:51:39 -0400

A heart-shaped layer cake filled with Chambord truffle cream and topped with a chocolate glaze and raspberries. Bon Appetit, February 1993. Creme de Cassis can be substituted for the Chambord. -- posted by swissms

Fudgy Chocolate Cupcakes (Or Cake)

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:11:39 -0400

There was an o.k. recipe here on Zaar that I have worked on and changed to make these truly amazingly rich and chocolatey cupcakes. Don't be scared of the tiny bit of coffee it only deepens the flavor of the chocolate. These don't require any frosting but the kids love it with frosting and some colored sprinkles so that's what I typically do. I like to use my lazy version of Recipe #19353 (a little bit of this, a little bit of that) and they always look and taste wonderful. As an added bonus this has no shortening, butter, or margarine (all those bad trans-fats) but amazingly enough they still taste fattening. -- posted by scancan

No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake - Parade Magazine

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 21:09:30 -0400

Different from the others posted here. This recipe doesn't contain Jello but does have cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, whipped topping (like Cool Whip), fresh strawberries and prepared graham cracker pie crust. I don't want to lose it and will make it soon. This requires 4 hours chilling time. This is from Parade magazine, June 14th, 2009 -- posted by Oolala

Sourdough Chocolate Malt Dessert Waffles

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:15:52 -0400

Absolutely decadent dessert waffles! They're so light and crispy it's hard to believe they are made with sourdough and whole wheat flour. Can be made in a Belgian or traditional waffle iron. Great use of extra sourdough starter! Recipe from King Arthur flour. Time indicated includes proofing time! -- posted by Galley Wench

Vanilla Almond Panna Cotta

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 17:45:19 -0400

My husband and I both adore silky, smooth, and lightly sweetened panna cotta. I got this recipe from Cheryla33 at All Recipes.com (http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Panna-Cotta/Detail.aspx) but tweaked it just a bit. The original recipe is in the link above . . . I have decided to make mine sugarfree by using Splenda. Cook time does not include refrigeration time. -- posted by flirtyfunchick

Beef Tenderloin in Mushroom Port Sauce

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 02:32:43 -0400

Easy enough to make for a family dinner, yet elegant enough to serve to the most prestigious guests. The mushrooms and port wine make an incredibly rich and flavorful sauce for the tenderloin roast. -- posted by kittycatmom

Econo Punch

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:12:03 -0400

This recipe is from a local church recipe pamphlet. -- posted by Mrs. Hughes

Double Cherry Dessert

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:00:14 -0400

This recipe has been passed among my family members for so long that I cannot recall who first introducted it to us. It's one of the dessert cakes that I like to take to potluck gatherings and to school events because it's quick to prepare and travels well in a 9x13 baking pan. You can also make it in a bundt pan. And it make's a great Valentine's Day dessert, too. -- posted by NorthwestGal

White Chocolate Strawberry Cake

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:58:15 -0400

This is actually my daughter's recipe and this is a cake that she created all on her own. She made it while I was visiting and it is Superb! -- posted by Shirl (J) 831

Honey-Roasted Pear Salad With Thyme and Verjus Dressing

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:33:56 -0400

An elegant and sophisticated salad that makes good use of verjus (verjuice) in the dressing. I use a local blue cheese, such as Roquefort in this salad; however, please do use a local blue cheese of your choice - any creamy or robust blue cheese will marry well with the pears and tart dressing. Verjuice, or verjus, is the juice of unripe grapes. This staple of French provincial cooking, a key ingredient in Dijon mustard, has the tartness of lemon juice and the acidity of vinegar, but the harshness of neither. Its delicate flavour is ideal for everything from stocks to sweet syrups - as long as you know what you're doing. Verjus was also a common ingredient used in English cooking throughout the Middle Ages. I try to make a batch of verjus every year with the green grapes from my non-dessert grape vine - as I love cooking with it. This recipe came from an old copy of Bon Appetit magazine from 2005. Prep time includes the time it takes the pears to cool. -- posted by French Tart

Raspberry Tiramisu

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:43:13 -0400

I saw this in the magazine from Morrison's supermarket. It sounded good so I have added it here for safe keeping. Cooking time includes fridge chilling time. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Valentines Day Strawberry Cream Crepes for 2

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 02:58:02 -0400

This is a good valentines day recipe. I found it on lovingyou.com and I cant wait to try it, but my honey is sooo picky I think Ill have it one morning I have guests instead. -- posted by Chef #603588

Easy Mango Chutney Salmon

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:19:21 -0400

I was looking for ways to use up that part used open bottle of mango chutney that always appears to be lurking in the back of my fridge. I threw this together to see what would happen and we actually rather enjoyed it. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Nutty Cran-Feta Salad

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 10:23:59 -0400

A friend of the family made this once and I loved it! You can premake it and then just put the dressing on the salad to serve! -- posted by Cadillacgirl

Buttermilk & Brown Butter Waffles

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 16:50:36 -0400

This waffle recipe gets a deep and delicious flavour from first browning the butter. The recipe is from chow.com. I think it might work for pancakes too. TIP: To make these even fluffier, separate the yolks and whites. Put the yolks in as normal. When all other ingredients are combined, beat the whites until fluffy and fold into the batter. -- posted by blucoat

Potted Shrimps for a Traditional Yorkshire Shrimp Tea

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 02:56:56 -0400

Delicate pink shrimps nestled in spiced butter that are packed into earthenware pots, and sealed with golden clarified butter - quintessential British fare that is tinged with timeless elegance of an old-fashioned Seaside teatime treat! Although Morecambe Bay in the North West of England is most famous for its potted shrimps, I remember these amazing Yorkshire Shrimp Teas from my childhood; you would see signs outside country cottages and farmhouses along the Yorkshire coastline near Scarborough and Whitby. Potted shrimps are traditionally served with hot toast and lashings of hot (preferably Yorkshire) tea! Serve these potted shrimp as appetisers, or for a real Yorkshire Shrimp Tea - with hot buttered toast, fresh lemon wedges and a pot of tea. This recipe is based on a 19th century recipe found in an old country cookbook, which I bought in an antique bookshop in England. (Prep time includes chilling time.) -- posted by French Tart

Silly Easy Chocolate Creme De Menthe Pudding

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:05:38 -0400

I was making up a box of sugar free pudding and spotted the bottle of creme de menthe on the shelf. It wouldn't let me ignore it and I thought 'hmm, I wonder' and added a bit into the mix. It worked and turned normal chocolate pudding into something lush tasting. I could see it being the base of easy 'grown up' parfaits and that sort of thing too. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Walnut Brownie Martini

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:41:53 -0400

YUMMY!!!!!!!! -- posted by ~Rita~

Fresh Pesto and Tomato Salad

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:15:57 -0400

Sometimes simple and fresh is best! That is for sure the face with this recipe that I put together while creating recipes for my vegetarian food blog - http://weekendcarnivore.com . For the pesto, I used Kittencal's recipe #144195 which really is great stuff! This is enough for one but can be very easily multiplied. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Baked Shrimp/New Orleans Remoulade Sauce/French Potato Salad

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:41:38 -0400

The secret to this dish is the bread crumbs -- browning them first ensures they form a crispy crust.08/20/2009 edition of Cuisine at home eRECIPES. Purchase shrimp already peeled and deveined to save time or do the work yourself to save money. I combined 3 recipes so as to have a nice romantic meal for 2. Serve with remoulade and French Potato Salad and nice bottle of wine - outside if it is summer and if not in front of the fireplace! :) This is NOT diet friendly -- however, it is only once a year! ;) -- posted by Manami

V's Chocolate Coma Cake (Triple Layer)

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:13:51 -0400

I wanted to make my DH a special chocolate cake for his birthday this year and a box cake mix wasn't gonna due. Although I often kick-up cake mixes I decided to create a cake just for him and go the extra mile. WARNING: This cake is not for dieters, It is packed with lots of love and will be my special occasion cake from now on. My boys loved it so much, they are already requesting it for their birthdays! :) Another thumbs up by the family! -- posted by Vseward (Chef~V)

Plumped Ginger-Caramel Shrimp

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 17:31:12 -0400

From the Splendid Table's How to Eat Supper. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Chocolate Cheesecake

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:30:52 -0400

this recipe is good. -- posted by Chef #1402471

Versatile Buttercream Frosting

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:39:27 -0400

This is a copycat recipe from another one I saw on here-- but not a duplicate, because this is intended to be made for frosting than for bonbons (though it certainly could be used that way.) By "extract", vanilla extract is the most commonly used one for traditional buttercream flavor. But this is a versatile recipe: you want almond-y buttercream? Use almond extract. Fruity buttercream? Try orange, strawberry, or pineapple extract. Why not chocolate extract or peppermint extract! Chocolate and vanilla extracts together taste great too. Frosts about 20-24 cupcakes or one 8" two-layer cake. -- posted by the80srule

Prosciutto/Chicken Breasts/Eggplant Panzanella/Raisinvinaigrette

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:11:42 -0400

"Chef Barbara Lynch's take on saltimbocca gets its richness from Taleggio* cheese, which is stuffed in the chicken breast. A slightly sweet bread salad is served with the chicken." Bon Appetit Magazine, September 2009 Edition. The real name of the dish is: Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Eggplant Panzanella and Raisin-Pine Nut Vinaigrette - with "Taleggio cheese that is a semi-soft, washed-rind cheese from the Valtaleggio region in northern Italy, near Lombardy. It is characteristically aromatic yet mild in flavor and features tangy, meaty notes with a fruity finish. The texture of the cheese is moist-to-oozy with a very pleasant melt-in-your-mouth feel. The combination of the soft texture, pungent aroma, and buttery flavors has proven to be addictive especially when spread on fresh crusty bread! Taleggio pairs nicely with Italian Nebbiolo wines, as well as a wide range of reds & whites." Cooling times have not been included. -- posted by Manami

Seared Scallops With Basil, Anchovy & Sweet Corn Pudding

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:12:28 -0400

The quality of the fresh seafood is key in this lemony, piquant dish. April Bloomfield recommends seeking out day-boat scallops, caught by fishermen who return from a day at sea with supremely fresh scallops that haven't been treated with any kind of preservative. If you can't get the "just-caught" make sure they are of a coral-color instead of a milky-white. Chef Alice Bloomfield - From Pairing of the Day: July 2008, Published 2007. Wine Chardonnays from Californias Carneros region are known for their lemon cream and fruit notes, a nice echo for these scallops. Two good Carneros bottlings are the melon-tinged 2005 St. Clement and the tropical-fruited 2005 Rombauer. -- posted by Manami

Fruit and Nut Chocolate Chunks

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:33:59 -0400

This fine chocolate recipe comes from Epicurious. For pure chocolate bliss be sure to use best quality bittersweet and fresh nuts. It's worth it! The cook time given is actually chill time. -- posted by Annacia

Linzer Cookies

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:42:08 -0500

Delicious Linzer hearts sandwich cookies. Great for holiday and romantic gifts -- posted by Chef #251940

Chocolate Fondue, Easy

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:19:32 -0500

Well, it's true, you just can't get any easier than this. -- posted by Annacia

Holiday Brownies

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:38:08 -0500

The holiday brownie recipe combines two favorites, chocolate and cherries. These rich and creamy brownies are guaranteed to be gone in the first day! -- posted by Annacia