Recipezaar: Western U.S.,Dinner Party recipes

White Cucumber Gazpacho

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 02:41:03 -0400

Served cold, this refreshing soup can be served as a light lunch on a hot day or as a first course for a special summertime dinner party. -- posted by Humble Bee

Green Chili-Cheese Compound Butter

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:26:22 -0400

This is a fabulous compound butter for fish, corn bread or muffins, corn on the cob or just to slather across a slice of bread. This butter freezes well as long as it is protected from the beastly odors that live in your freezer. Make sure to wrap well in plastic wrap and place in a Ziploc freezer bag. Or place in a container with a tight fitting lid placing plastic wrap on top- in contact with the butter itself. -- posted by Humble Bee

Mushroom Crostini

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 19:41:03 -0400

These are very delicious, indeed! An incredible appetizer to tickle the appetite. From the Panera Bread Cookbook. -- posted by Humble Bee

Kalamata Olive Bread

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 19:43:10 -0400

Eat this flavorful bread while it's fresh from the oven and imagine you're sitting under the warm Grecian sun. From the Panera Bread Cookbook. -- posted by Humble Bee

Sesame Ginger String / Green Beans

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:20:34 -0400

This recipe comes from the Timberline Lodge Cookbook. Timberline Lodge is in Oregon, on Mt. Hood. If you ever get the chance to visit you won't be disappointed, it's beautiful! -- posted by Trinkets

Sourdough With Jalapeno Cheese Spread

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 18:45:45 -0400

I made a big pot of my chili and had a loaf of homemade sourdough bread leftover from the day before. I wanted something different from the usual garlic bread or corn bread, one typically serves with chili. I opened the fridge and this cheese spread is what I came forth. A wonderful spread, dip and as you'll find out, perfect for spreading on sourdough or French bread and heating under the broiler. -- posted by Humble Bee

Sunbonnet House Dressing

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:26:21 -0400

This excellent dressing recipe comes from the Sunbonnet Restaurant in Castle Rock, CO. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Chanterelle Mushroom Tartlets

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 00:45:44 -0400

We picked some wild mushrooms and I wanted to use them in an appetizer. Not finding what I was looking for, I looked at some recipes for other types of mushrooms. This recipe "borrows" heavily from Bergy's recipe 16123. Since chanterelles are more strongly flavoured than button mushrooms, I added some other stronger flavours to match (and to be honest I used what I had on hand!) So thank you to Bergy! -- posted by Paja

Crispy Coconut Chicken With Mango Salsa

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 01:42:30 -0400

Totally Tropical! I served this for our church at a Girls Night - Tropical Breeze event, which we held at a friend's house. We had the hot tub going and served this plus many other great dishes. Not your typical church lady luncheon! If you want, you can easily make this into a great appetizer. Cut the chicken into bite sized pieces before breading and serve with a bowl of salsa on the side. This works well with chicken thighs too, and those pieces are cheaper. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Harvey Wallbanger

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 16:40:43 -0400

Popular drink during the 1970's. The wallbanger is basically a screwdriver with a dash of Galliano, a vanilla based liqueur. -- posted by NcMysteryShopper

Hazelnut Crunch Cake With Mascarpone and Chocolate

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 16:49:12 -0400

Giada De Laurentis' use of a "box cake" is exquisite! I normally don't like to use a "box cake" for an important evening but . . . . .! It is delicious and we loved it! Creamy and not too sweet. Of course, the combination of chocolate and hazelnuts is awesome! The Food Network.10/23/2008 -- posted by Manami

Moosewood's Eggplant With Miso Sauce

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 01:05:06 -0400

An easy and savoury recipe from the famous cookbook, "Moosewood Cooks at Home". This is also relatively low calorie and will please your vegetarian friends. -- posted by blucoat

Fontina Stuffed French Bread

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:44:08 -0500

I found this recipe online somewhere and don't remember where. The filling is nice and gooey. I love how fontina cheese is so melty and mild. You can use any type of long bread. Sourdough is a good choice. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Coconut Brownie Bars With Chocolate Ganache

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 01:15:04 -0500

Pastry Chef Cheryl Burr of San Francisco's Bacar loves candy, as is obvious from her homage to the Almond Joy. Her luxurious take consists of a supremely fudgy brownie topped with a layer of chewy, flaky, exceptionally tender coconut. She dots each bar with a crunchy roasted almond, then coats them in silky bittersweet-chocolate ganache. F&W Magazine, October 2008.It takes about 7 hours cooling time. Posted on September 11, 2008. -- posted by Manami

Salmon and Whitefish Cakes (With Horseradish Cucumber Sauce)

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:53:15 -0500

The combination of salmon and whitefish is delicious (and pretty). The recipe is from Diane Rossen Worthington and was published in Bon Appétit Magazine (April 2008) and is a great alternative to traditional gefilte fish. If you are preparing the accompanying sauce add the horseradish a little bit at a time as just a little goes a long way. -- posted by blucoat

Pecan Pear Torte

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:53:39 -0500

A delightful dessert I am posting for safe keeping -- I plan to make this for Thanksgiving this year. Found in December 2008 Taste of Home. Definitely the type thing you would find in the PAc NW though!! **Cooling time not included** -- posted by Mommy Diva

Mexican Chorizo Cornbread Stuffing

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 18:01:36 -0500

This is the stuffing recipe used in my family at Thanksgiving. You can assemble the dressing (up to the baking) up to 2 days ahead; cover and chill. Remove from refrigerator about 3 hours before baking to bring to room temperature. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Low-Fat Ranch Dressing and Dip Mix

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 15:49:21 -0500

Inexpensive, tasty, and msg-free Ranch dressing mix. I keep the mix ready in the spice cabinet so I am always ready to throw some fresh dressing together. -- posted by Ametista

Zucchini Noodles Low-Carb

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 18:39:58 -0500

I heard about these faux noodles in a low-carb book, might have been Fran McCullough's Low Carb Recipes. I've seen the recipe in other sites but it wasn't posted here yet. This is so FUN once you get the process down. It took me about 4 times to feel quick at it, but I was making nice noodles after one practice zucchini. Thinly shaved zucchini strips with olive oil, salt & pepper - how perfect! -- posted by Zaaro

Montezuma Pie

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 18:42:22 -0500

This Cal-Mex dish is from an old cookbook that my grandmother used during the 1960's. -- posted by Celticevergreen

The Dreidel - Cocktail

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 22:16:54 -0500

Created by Nopa Bar in San Fransisco. You need to shake the cocktail very hard, almost violently, to be sure that the egg white emulsifies. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Chicken & Dried Plum Pizza

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 19:52:43 -0500

This is a recipe I got off the back of a package of Mariani-brand Pitted, Dried Plums. It's from the California, Dried Plum Board. This looks really healthy and seems like a nice idea for a lady's luncheon or anytime you want to bring a little something different or a healthier alternative to that otherwise fattening potluck table! -- posted by Recipe Junkie

Artichoke and Crab Cocktail

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 02:40:03 -0500

An easily assembled, delicious starter from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Halibut Roast

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:28:45 -0500

A great way to cook a large piece of fish from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Cooking time is approximate. -- posted by Molly53

Baked Columbia River Salmon

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:45:06 -0500

As simple and delicious as it gets! Use the stuffing as listed below, use the stuffing of your choice, or cook the fish without it altogether. If you prefer, two thick slices of salmon may be cooked in this same manner. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Neighborhood Pad Thai

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 19:37:53 -0500

This recipe is from my local Thai restaurant and is really good. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Chocolate-Dipped Cherries With Pistachios

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:21:02 -0500

Chocolate and cherries love each other! Dipped in chopped pistachios, it's like a group hug! If you don't have fresh cherries, use maraschino cherries! Adapted from Country Living magazine. -- posted by Sharon123

Sand Dabs Meunière

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:20:05 -0500

The Pacific sanddab is flatfish similar to plaice and is common to the northern Pacific Ocean, from the Sea of Japan to the coast of California. It is a popular game fish in California, and is regarded as a delicacy, though it is not as popular elsewhere. Dabs caught in the spring and those that lived on a sandy seabed (as opposed to mud) are said to have the best flavor. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Cooking time is approximate. -- posted by Molly53

Baked Leg of Lamb

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 23:25:28 -0500

A succulent roast from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Try this with mint jelly or sauce, roasted potatoes and rich, brown gravy. Cooking time approximate. -- posted by Molly53

Barbecued Chicken

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 01:11:09 -0500

A luscious, delectable chicken dish from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Cooking time is approximate. -- posted by Molly53

Chicken With Shallots, Dates and Apricots

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 01:06:51 -0500

Found in the Williams-Sonoma "Taste" cookbook, this recipe is sweet and savory and so comforting. It is best served with basmati rice. -- posted by KissKiss

Nei Mongol Egg Rolls

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:27:53 -0500

This recipe comes from the mind of Wolfgang Puck. Time listed does not include 2 hours marinating time. -- posted by Celticevergreen

S'more Cookies

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 10:22:28 -0500

An easy recipe for S'more cookies that everybody can love.... =] I made this recipe up.... I'm no baker, but this recipe totally rocked the socks off my family... other then the fact that they where ugly this cookie was perfect. -- posted by KatyLady90

Avocado and Pink Grapefruit Salad With Coriander

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 14:48:36 -0500

Creamy avocado and tart grapefruit come together in this delicious salad---a perfect combination of textures and tastes! This California salad makes a refreshing first course. -- posted by BecR

Chapeau Vegetable Platter With Almond Butter Sauce

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:27:34 -0500

So titled because the presentation looks like a beautiful hat! From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. If you wish, substitute peas for the green beans and accent the "hat" with asparagus spears slipped into toast rings. -- posted by Molly53

Mushroom Souffle

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 01:39:37 -0500

A delicious side dish from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Fried Spinach Balls

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 02:00:06 -0500

These bites would be as good as a side dish as they are for appetizers. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Cooking time approximate. -- posted by Molly53

Stuffed Avocados

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 01:35:06 -0500

The simple ingredients allow the buttery flavor of the avocado to shine through. If you wish to garnish, try a small pimiento flower. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Vegetarian Chili from the Gene Autry Museum of Western Heritage

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 01:57:08 -0500

Vegetarian chili? From a cowboy museum? Yup! It's delicious, even better the next day; and a best seller at the Golden Spur Cafe at the museum. The recipe was published in the reader request column of the Los Angeles Times. -- posted by lynnski / LA

White Bean Chili With Dungeness Crab

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 01:45:21 -0500

This is a recipe from the book, Killer Chili by Stephanie Anderson. This recipe is from the Dundee Bistro in Dundee OR., and is Chef Jason Stoller Smith's recipe. It looks fabulous. Soaking beans not included in preparation time. -- posted by Recipe Junkie

Molded Fruit Salad

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 01:45:42 -0500

A little like the grandmother of the ubiquitous "dump" salad, this made-from-scratch salad utilizes very few convenience foods. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Chilling time not included in preparation time. -- posted by Molly53

Orange Rolls

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 12:29:49 -0500

If you prefer, these lovely rolls may be shaped like Parker House rolls,placing a piece of orange with the membrane removed between the folds. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947 -- posted by Molly53

English Apple Pie

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:15:37 -0500

A sweet treat from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Gooseberry Date Pie

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 01:06:10 -0500

An alternative method for this pie would be to use Recipe #106232 instead of whipped cream. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Chilling time not included in preparation time. -- posted by Molly53

Pineapple Chiffon Pie

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 03:00:40 -0500

Sweetly tropical and delicious, this easily-made pie comes from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Chilling time not included in the preparation time. -- posted by Molly53

Prune Whip Pie

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:32:22 -0500

Whips are desserts made of sugar and stiffly beaten egg whites or cream and usually flavored with fruit. Prune whip can be viewed as not only a treat to enjoy at the end of a meal, but also a delicious way to add fiber to the daily consumption of food. Top this treat with a little lightly sweetened whipped cream or good vanilla ice cream. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Youngberry Pie

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:35:31 -0500

Youngberries look very much like boysenberries, but are actually a cross between a blackberry and a dewberry. Any brambleberry or combination will work in this pie. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Persimmon Meringue Pie

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 02:03:13 -0500

Persimmons are a valued and prized fruit, especially true for those who enjoy persimmon baked pudding, an early European-American dish which is likened to pumpkin pie or plum pudding in texture. Some autumn and winter meals are not the same without dessert made from persimmons. This red/orange fruit is best harvested after the first frost. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Orange Torte

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 08:38:14 -0500

As brightly flavored as it's cousin, the lemon meringue pie, this recipe is inspired by the orange groves of California. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947 -- posted by Molly53

Whipped Cream Cake

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 08:52:31 -0500

A delicious, sweet treat from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Apricot Bavarian Cream

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 10:02:16 -0500

A silky, light and luscious dessert. It will make unmolding a lot easier if you spray the molds with a little cooking spray. Chilling time not included in preparation time. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Orange Shortcake

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 11:33:16 -0500

In a word, gorgeous. This gaily flavored dessert comes from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Lemon Orange Meringue - Gluten Free

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 11:47:37 -0500

Something like a pavlova, this brightly flavored dessert comes from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Chilling time not included in preparation time. -- posted by Molly53

Orange Refrigerator Pudding

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 01:21:54 -0500

A little bit like a trifle, this sweetly delicious dessert comes from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. If you prefer, use this as a filling between layers of sponge cake or angel cake. Chilling time not included in preparation time. -- posted by Molly53

Cali-Schetta

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:46:10 -0500

I had a couple of avocados to use up and I love bruschetta, so I came up with this unique combination of flavors to serve at a recent dinner party. Prep time includes the 30 minute refrigeration. Enjoy :) -- posted by Julie421511

BBQ Hot Dogs in a Crock Pot

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 02:04:11 -0400

These are super simple and feed a lot of people. Perfect for family gatherings, sporting events, pot lucks and church socials. -- posted by Lord Bezoar

California French Bread (Better Than Garlic Bread)

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:32:21 -0400

My ex-boyfriend's mom made this for Thanksgiving one year I feel in love with this tasty savory bread. Use this recipe instead of garlic bread, it's easy and bubbles up to a savory tasty goodness. -- posted by College Girl

Lafd Engine Co. No. 28's Vegetarian Black Bean Chili

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 02:46:58 -0400

Engine Co. No. 28, is a popular L.A. restaurant located in an historic building, which was constructed in 1912 as a Los Angeles Fire Department firehouse, which housed 2 engine companies. In 1912 LA's population was 400,000; and New Mexico and Arizona were being admitted into the Union. A trip to the restaurant, established in the 1980's has been called a "a big hug from America"; it serves American favorites and some history. Some cooking notes: although you can use canned beans equalling 4 cups, the restaurant uses dried beans starting with a one pound package which will yield about 4 cups of cooked beans. This chili is best when made one day in advance. The flavors develop better. When reheating, add water if necessary and heat slowly to avoid scorching. The recipe had been published in the Los Angeles Times, reader request column. -- posted by lynnski / LA

Coffee Imperial

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 17:58:31 -0400

A simple treat for those who love iced coffee. Plan ahead for this one as you need to let the mixture blend then cool before serving, not included in Prep time. -- posted by momaphet

Avocado Ice Cream

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:05:00 -0400

A silky-smooth, icy treat perfect for hot summer days. Since the smooth texture of this ice cream is due to the avocado, its is best to make this in an ice cream freezer. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Freezing time not included in preparation time. -- posted by Molly53

Hilo Sherbet

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:12:39 -0400

Frosty pineapple sherbet inspired by the Hawaiian islands. From the Western Chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Freezing time not included in preparation time. -- posted by Molly53

Avocado Piquant Cream

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 21:56:32 -0400

A delectable little between-course sorbet delicious with lamb, turkey or game. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Fresh Figs With Ice Cream and Amaretto Chocolate Sauce

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:04:45 -0400

If there is one thing I love, it's a fresh fig! This recipe is from California Fresh Fig booklet. -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Chard, Onion & Gruyère Panade (Bread Casserole)

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 01:43:57 -0400

This is a delicious, decadent and luscious French "bread casserole" from "The Zuni Café Cookbook" that you will want to make again and again. It's a great use for stale bread and a very forgiving recipe, you can improvise with other greens and cheeses. As with all panades, you may need a little more bread, or have some left over; same with the liquid, depending on the size and shape of your baking container. If you have more time, you can cook this at 250°F, for about 2 hours 45 minutes; the slower the bake, the more unctuous and mellow the results. If you have leftovers, the Zuni Cafe's Chef Judy Rodgers instructs: Warm about 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Slide in a scoop cold panade and press gently to make an 2-inch-thick patty. Fry gently to make a golden crust, about 3 minutes, then fry the other side. It's also great rewarmed in the microwave. It is actually not difficult to make; the instructions are just very detailed. You can skip the stovetop step and still get great results. Enjoy! -- posted by blucoat

Filet Mignon for the Grill

Wed, 06 May 2009 17:47:46 -0400

This is a very easy and tasteful recipe that took about 40 min from start to finish. Pairs well with homemade or store-bought bbq sauce, or stands alone. We served it with some rice pilaf from a box, and ate it all up! -- posted by sarahcis

Emerald City Salad

Fri, 08 May 2009 15:40:56 -0400

PCC is the local co-op in Seattle, Washington. They make this wonderful salad and I hope you will enjoy it too! -- posted by Sharon123

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

Death by Chocolate

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:41:48 -0400

These strawberries are growen local. I get them at the open-air market. They are very large and sweet. I have added Cream de Cacao to the chocolate to improve the flavor. These chocolate covered strawberries are worth dying for. These chocolate covered strawberries are wonderful and present a simple but elegant dessert. -- posted by Chef #848413

California Snackers

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:47:05 -0400

Snap easy and it's all that good! Four ingredients! Enjoy! -- posted by Sharon123

Suzanne Goin's Braised Leeks

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:23:42 -0400

This delicious recipe is from Suzanne Goins remarkable cookbook, "Sunday Suppers at Lucques". You can top this with a poached egg and a drizzle of mustard vinaigrette for a simple meal or serve as a side dish to poultry. Leftovers are excellent cold & also reheat very well. -- posted by blucoat

David's Chili Con Carne Y Frijoles Not Hot

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:42:06 -0400

Good eating chili that won't burn your tongue or ruin your taste buds. Cut the ingredients by half, if you wish to have a smaller quantity. The directions remain the same for this. -- posted by Chef #1283475

Maui Caramelized Sweet Onion Dip

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 01:57:59 -0400

This is from Sunset Magazine's June 2009 issue, in a Luau recipe feature. They suggest serving this addictive dip with potato chips. For best flavor, this recipe uses a sweet onion such as Maui, Vidalia, or Texas 1015. -- posted by appleydapply

Lavender Lemonade

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 01:59:32 -0400

From Purple Haze Farm -- posted by Charlotte J

Butterflied Chicken With Herbs and Sticky Lemon

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:31:16 -0400

This recipe, submitted by Elise Lalor from Issaquah, WA, was the 2009 Judges Choice and $10,000 winner(representing the Pacific region) in the 2009 Chicken Cooking contest put on by the National Chicken Council. -- posted by Sharon123

Ginger Scented Honey Hoisin Chicken Thighs With Sesame

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:03:48 -0400

A yummy chicken recipe, submitted by Ruth Kendrick, Ogden, UT, and a 2009 Finalist in the Chicken Cooking contest put on by the National Chicken Council. -- posted by Sharon123

Bibb Salad With Basil Green Goddess Dressing

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 01:37:37 -0400

Green goddess dressing was invented in the 1920's at San Francisco's Palace Hotel as a tribute to William Archer's hit play, The Green Goddess. It gets it's bright green color from lots of fresh green herbs. This dressing was originally made with tarragon, but has been updated with basil, which actually has more flavor! Delicious on green salad, but also great served with vegetables like asparagus and broccoli. Adapted from the Barefoot Contessa at Home cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

The Best Cowboy Beans

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:25:26 -0400

These are the BEST! I've been making this recipe for over 20 years now, and it's always a HIT with my family and friends! Great for BBQ's, potlucks, camping etc. Can be made in the oven or in the crockpot, and it freezes and reheats well. -- posted by BecR

Crab Cakes With Lemon Butter and Plum Tomato Salsa

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:52:46 -0400

Straight forward, savory first course with elegant results. Easy and tasty. Works well as a first course served with Vevue Clicquot Champagne. From Bon Appetit January 2004. -- posted by College Girl

Spring Fling

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 02:07:27 -0400

A light and bright lemony cocktail--perfect for your spring or summer fling!!! Prep time includes chill time. From L.A. celebrity party planner Mindy Weiss. -- posted by BecR

Smoked Carrot Bisque

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:45:11 -0400

This is one of my most requested recipes and can be made vegan, Its much better as is though. This was inspired by my son when he decided to go vegetarian, for the simple reason that I wanted something that all the family would share This is one even your most carnivores friends " like me" will love. -- posted by Chef B.

Citrus Slush: Snazzy & Jazzy

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:06:11 -0400

You're the hostess for the bridal or baby shower and are scrambling around looking for the PERFECT recipe. Eureka! You've just struck the mother-lode of Shower Slushes! This makes a LOT and tastes divine, too. Thanks to Taste of Home Holidays (Barbecues), Summer 2009, booklet for this excellent recipe. -- posted by Debber

Aoc's Long Cooked Cavolo Nero (Tuscan Kale)

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 02:05:48 -0400

Suzanne Goin serves this delicious dish at her acclaimed LA restaurant, AOC. The kale is the kale is cooked slowly until it caramelizes for an incredibly rich color and depth of flavour. Cavolo Nero is also known as black kale, dinosaur kale or laciniato. Recipe was printed in the LA TImes. -- posted by blucoat

Country Style California Olive, Thyme and Cheese Scones/Biscuits

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 21:44:33 -0400

This Californian olive recipe was sent to me by some lovely Bed and Breakfast guests (now good friends), who come from Temecula in California. They have stayed with us a couple of times now and love this part of SW France, and the food and wine! They grow olives and avocados, and regularly send me a selection of "California Growers" recipe leaflets, magazines and cookbooks, as well as a box of avocados every year! Always a treat! I have made these scones/biscuits several times now for appetisers and nibbles, as well as for picnics - they are delicious when eaten warm with fresh butter, mustard and ham. I make these with French olives, but I am sure my friends don't mind! -- posted by French Tart

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

Artichokes Stuffed With Herbed Cream Cheese and Bay Shrimp

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 01:21:27 -0400

Ray's Boathouse, Seattle, Washington. Chef Charles Ramseyer uses a pastry bag to pipe the herbed cream cheese into the steamed artichokes, which you can do as well if you want a fancier finish to the filling, though a plain old spoon works well too. The artichokes can be stuffed up to 2 hours in advance and refrigerated until ready to serve. To eat, use the leaves to scoop up some of the cream cheese filling, scraping the tender flesh from the base of the leaf as you draw it between your teeth. From The Best Northwest Places Cookbook (Volume 2) by Cynthia Nims. -- posted by lazyme

Forest Mushroom Bisque

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 01:24:31 -0400

Canlis, Seattle, Washington. Bisques are creamy, rich soups based on a flavorful puree. The foundation of this one is a generous amount of fall's wild mushrooms, one of the more prized culinary treats each year in the Northwest. At Canlis, the chefs often use chanterelles, hedgehog mushrooms, or morels when they're in season, though the bisque is also delicious made with cultivated varieties such as shiitake mushrooms. The flavor and texture of the bisque will vary with the type (or types) you choose to use. It's made extra-rich with heavy cream at the restaurant, but you could lighten the bisque a touch by using half-and-half instead. Source: The Best Northwest Places Cookbook (Volume 2), Cynthia C. Nims. -- posted by lazyme

Peter Canlis Shrimp

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 01:49:46 -0400

Canlis, Seattle, Washington. Peter Canlis was one of the most influential restaurateurs in Seattle's early years of fine dining. A testament to his impact is the fact that Canlis is still open more than fifty years later, the tradition now continued by his son, Chris, and daughter-in-law, Alice. For the complete depth of shrimp flavor in this recipe, use the optional shrimp butter to finish the dish. It is made by cooking the shrimp shells with butter, which draws a surprising amount of flavor into the butter. From The Best Northwest Places Cookbook (Volume 2) Cynthia C. Nims. -- posted by lazyme

Emma's Green Beans

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:52:49 -0400

Fresh picked green beans (cooked to tender), or canned, this is a long time family favorite from my mother & always requested as a side-dish at family gatherings, plus! Flavorful, colorful, delicious hot, or cold, more flavorful the next day.... and easy to make. Special note: 'Snappy Tom' is somethimes hard to find, but well worth the effort. -- posted by Chef #1357772 Geogene

Fresh Figs With Stilton and Walnuts in a Honey Drizzle Dressing

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:59:58 -0400

A new fig recipe for this year! Similar to my Recipe #250866 but with blue cheese and a honey drizzle dressing. I like to tuck a few fig leaves amongst the salad for colour........but please do wipe them first! Serve these figs with crusty bread, some mixed herb and salad leaves.......and a glass of chilled wine. Quantities for figs depend on the size; allow one or two large figs per person or, between three and six for medium to small figs.This makes a fabulous dinner party starter, or a light salad for lunch..........I sometimes serve this for the cheese course too, for something a little different. -- posted by French Tart

Jarlsberg Chicken

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:43:41 -0400

I developed this recipe when I was tired and wanted something very quick for my family. It takes less than 30 minutes to make and impresses everyone that has it. -- posted by Duroc

Hot Shrimp Hors D'oeuvres

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:22:59 -0400

Saw this on our local KCTS TV channel and copied it the best I could because they weren't giving out the amounts and one of the ingredients. So I have done my best. Plan to prepare it soon and see what the end result will be. If you beat me please give your suggestion and ideas. Thanks in advance. :) You can replace the shrimp with crab meat. Cooking time does not include the time needed to cook the shrimp. -- posted by TeresaS

Lemon Pepper Boneless Pork Country Style Ribs With Bacon

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:13:08 -0400

This is such an easy recipe, I hated to post but it is so tender and time saving. Some of the simplest recipes are the best. Country ribs have quite a bit of meat on them. -- posted by Montana Heart Song

Raspberry Orange Cake

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:28:16 -0500

I got this recipe from the food network show Giada at Home.. it is out of this world good -- posted by GingerlyJ

Potatoes Romano: Going on 20

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:26:56 -0500

This is a recipe received from a request in a newspaper here in SoCal. It's from the Enterprise Fish Co. where this old fashioned dish has been a standard menu item for almost two decades. -- posted by Amber W

Wendy's Grandmother Cheesy Bread

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:00:00 -0500

This is the best cheese bread recipe ever. No one will pay attention to the rest of the dinner. -- posted by Chef #766866

Baja Tuna Steaks

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:52:54 -0500

Spicy Baja Tuna steaks topped with your favorite guacamole. The recipe #400754 has chili's that are quite spicy and the guacamole is a perfect accomodante. My chili powder is very hot and fresh. If need be do double yours accordingly. -- posted by ~Rita~

Simple Breakfast Pizza

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 01:33:06 -0500

I created this recipe when my mom was sick with the flu and we had only a few ingredients to work with to make a dinner for 2 people. -- posted by Comicstorm

Ers Best Fish Tacos in the World!!

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 11:29:28 -0500

Minimal and quick - less ingredients with tons of flavor!! Very fast and easy to make this receipt serves 2-3 people. But can scale to feed more This preps in three parts and can be ready to serve in as little as 20 min. -- posted by Chef #1345851

Smoked Salmon

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:05:52 -0500

This recipe takes time, but is well worth it. Use the freshest salmon you can find. It is best to cut the pieces of salmon all the same size so you get even brining and smoking. Great for canning as well. Note: You may add other flavors to the fish such as garlic powder, pepper, soy sauce etc. if you like. The recipe can easily be doubled. You can use your imagination and try other types of fish as well. Even small whole fish. -- posted by RobinAnn

Pesto Crusted Salmon

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:36:26 -0500

Delicious and simple! Always a crowd pleaser for sure! -- posted by nennny