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Ingredients 3lbfryer oil 2½lbsbeef fat,rendered 4lbsIdaho russet potatoes 1bottletruffle oil 7ozfresh ground parmigiano-reggiano chives fine salt Preparation Combine fryer oil and rendered beef fat. Heat fryer to 275 degrees F. Cut potatoes on fry cutter with 3/26-inch blade and place in water. Remove potatoes from water; shake off excess water, and dry. Blanch potatoes in oil. Cool blanched potatoes on sheet pans. Potatoes may be refrigerated until service. Raise fryer heat to 350 degrees F....

Ingredients 3cupsall purpose flour ¾tspbaking powder ½tspbaking soda 1½tspkosher salt ¼cuppoppy seeds 1½cupsunsalted butter,softened 2cupssugar 3tbsplemon zest,from 4 to 6 lemons 4large eggs,at room temperature ¼cuplemon juice,from about 2 lemons 1cupbuttermilk ½cuplemon juice,from about 4 lemons ½cupsugar 1½cupspowdered sugar 2tbsplemon juice,from 1 lemon 2tbspmilk pinchkosher salt Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F with a rack in the middle position. Generously spray a 10-cup capacity bundt pan with baking spray....

Ingredients 3cups1% milk 1vanilla bean 2largeeggs ⅓cupsugar 1tspcornstarch nutmeg,freshly grated, to garnish spiced rum,or bourbon, optional, extra points Preparation Heat 2-½ cups of milk in a medium saucepan. Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add the seeds and pod to the saucepan, and simmer over medium heat. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, and cornstarch until it turns light yellow. Temper the eggs by gradually pouring the hot milk mixture, about 1 cup at a time, into the egg mixture, whisking constantly (this is important, otherwise, you’ll make scrambled eggs)....

Ingredients 14ozunsweetened coconut cream,1 can ½cupchocolate-hazelnut spread,such as Nutella®, or more to taste Preparation Beat the coconut cream in a bowl with a whisk until creamy and smooth. Add the chocolate-hazelnut spread and stir until smooth. Pour the mixture into ice-pop molds. Freeze the mixture for 4 hours until solid. Serve, and enjoy! Related Video

Ingredients 1cupbutter,softened 2cupswhite sugar 6eggs 3⅓cupsself-rising flour 1cupmilk 1tbspvanilla extract 1tbsplemon extract 2cupsdates,pitted, chopped 2cupspecans,chopped 2cupsorange juice 3½cupsconfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a medium bowl, combine the orange juice and confectioners sugar. Mix until smooth. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 10-inch tube pan and line the bottom with parchment paper. Grease the paper. Dredge the dates and nuts in the flour and set aside. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1cupBengal gram,(chana dal), split water,as needed 3green chile peppers salt,to taste ¼cupcooking oil 1tspblack lentils,(urad dal), split, skinned 1tspmustard seeds 1tspcumin seeds 4dried red chile peppers,broken into pieces 2fresh curry leaves,sprigs 1pinchasafoetida powder 1cuponion,chopped 2cupsfresh cilantro,chopped ½tspcayenne pepper Preparation Place the chana dal into a large container, then cover with several inches of cool water. Let soak for 4 to 6 hours. Drain and rinse. Combine the chana dal, green chile peppers, and salt in a large bowl....

Ingredients ½cupall purpose flour ¼cupsugar,plus 2 tbsp more salt,to taste 3large eggs 3tbspunsalted butter lemon zest,from 1 lemon, finely grated ¼cupmilk,plus 2 tbsp more 3cupsraspberries confectioners’ sugar,for dusting Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9-inch gratin dish. In a bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Whisk in the eggs, butter, and lemon zest until smooth. Add the milk and whisk for about 3 minutes until light and very smooth....

Ingredients ½cupoats 1cupmilk 1tbsppacked brown sugar ½tbspcocoa powder pinchsalt ⅛tspvanilla 1tbspchopped walnuts,pecans or almonds ¼mini marshmallows 1tbspmilk chocolate,or semi-sweet chocolate chips Additional milk,or half and half for drizzling if desired Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine oats, milk, brown sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Microwave on high for 3½ minutes. Allow to rest for 2 minutes then remove from microwave and stir in vanilla. Top with nuts, marshmallows, and chocolate chips, serve warm....

Ingredients Preparation Remove the salmon fillets from the refrigerator and allow to rest at room temperature for 10 minutes. In a small saucepan, melt 1 teaspoon of butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 1 to 2 minutes, until lightly golden brown. Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Let the sauce simmer for 3 minutes, until it has reduced by half or to about 3 tablespoons....

Ingredients 4chicken breasts,boneless skinless 7ozcoconut milk,1 can ⅓cupcreamy peanut butter 2tbspsoy sauce,low-sodium 2tbsphoney 1tbsprice wine vinegar 1tbsplime juice ½tspsesame oil 1tbspginger,minced 1tbspgarlic,minced 1tbspcanola oil 1lbbaby carrots 1lbbroccoli florets cilantro,for garnish Preparation Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a large bowl mix the chicken, coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice wine vinegar, lime juice, sesame oil, garlic and ginger. Place the chicken into the middle of the cookie sheet, scraping the leftover marinade on top of the chicken....

Ingredients 4bacon slices cooking spray 4½cupswhole kernel corn ½red bell pepper,chopped ½cuphalf and half ¼cupunsalted butter,melted 1tspwhite sugar ½tspsalt ¼tspground black pepper 8ozchive and onion cream cheese,(1 container) Preparation Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned for about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels; crumble when cool enough to handle. Coat the inside of a 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray....

Ingredients 16ozstrawberries,rinsed and with tops cut off 1boxwhite cake mix 3eggs ¾cupoil 3ozstrawberry jello ¼cupbutter,softened 4ozcream cheese,softened 1tspvanilla 3cupspowdered sugar ¼cupstrawberry puree Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Add strawberries to a blender or food processor and blend. This should make 1 cup of pureed strawberries for the cake batter and an additional ¼ cup for the frosting. Mix cake mix, eggs, and oil in a large bowl until well combined....

Ingredients 1ripeavocado 2tsplemon juice 1tbspvirgin olive oil ¼tspsalt ¼tspfreshly ground black pepper 1large ripe tomato 4cupmesclun salad greens,a mixture of different young, tender greens and herbs ¼cupfresh cilantro,coarsely chopped 1½tbsplemon juice 3tbspvirgin olive oil ¼tspsalt ¼tspfreshly ground black pepper Preparation No more than 2 hours before serving the salad, cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and cut the flesh into ½-inch pieces In a small bowl, toss the avocado pieces with the 2 teaspoons of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and ⅛ teaspoon each of the salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1chicken breast,cooked and chopped 3cupsromaine lettuce,chopped 2cupsstrawberries,sliced 1cupblueberries 2cupsblackberries 1avocado,chopped ¼cuppistachios,chopped ¼cupfeta cheese ⅓cupmayonnaise ¼cupmilk 3tbspsugar 4tspcider vinegar 1tbsplemon juice 2tsppoppyseeds Preparation In a large bowl combine chicken, romaine lettuce, strawberries, blackberries, and avocado. Toss gently. Top with pistachios, feta cheese and drizzle with creamy lemon poppyseed dressing. In a small bowl whisk mayonnaise, milk, sugar, cider vinegar, lemon juice and poppyseeds. Related Video

Ingredients vegetable oilfor frying 1cuptempura mixsuch as Kikkoman® ¾waterice-cold 1lbasparagus 2tspsea salt Preparation Heat 1 to 2-inches of oil in a saucepan or deep fryer over medium-high heat. Stir the tempura mix and water together to make a loose batter. Cut the tough ends from the bottom of the asparagus spears. Dip the asparagus into the batter, making sure the spears are evenly coated. Carefully add 5 to 6 asparagus spears to the hot oil....

Ingredients ½cupbeans,or lentils, cooked ½cupfresh mint,or cilantro, or Italian parsley leaves 1lemon juice 1large egg 1garlic clove 1cupextra virgin olive oil salt and pepper,to taste Preparation Combine the beans, herbs, lemon juice, egg, garlic, and oil in a food processor and blend until smooth for about 1 minute. With the machine running, pour in the remaining oil through the feed tube in a thin, steady stream and to make a creamy and smooth sauce....

Ingredients 2 chicken breasts 2 cup red enchilada sauce 1 cup green enchilada sauce 32 oz. cream of chicken soup, can 1 cup milk 1 can rotel tomatoes with green chilies 2 tbsp. chili powder 1 tsp. paprika 1 tsp. salt 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can corn, drained 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded ½ cup sour cream crunchy tortilla strips, optional for topping Preparation In a crockpot, add the chicken breasts and both enchilada sauces....

Ingredients 2largeportobello mushrooms,sliced 2eggs,lightly beaten 1cuppanko bread crumbs ½cupparmesan,shredded, plus more for serving 1tsporegano kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper,to taste ⅔cupfontina,shredded 2tbspparsley,chopped 1cupmarinara,warmed, for serving Preparation Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper. Remove the gills and stems from the mushrooms. Slice into ¼-inch-thick strips. Whisk together panko bread crumbs, Parmesan, and oregano. Season mixture with salt and pepper. Dredge mushroom slices in eggs, then toss them in the panko mixture until evenly coated....

Ingredients ¾cupall purpose flour ¾cupcake flour 1tspbaking powder ⅛tspbaking soda ¼tspsalt ¾cupgranulated sugar,plus 2 tbsp 1tbsplime zest ½cupunsalted butter,softened 1largeegg 2largeegg whites ½tspvanilla extract ¼cupbuttermilk,plus 3 tbsp 1½tbspfresh lime juice 1tbspfresh lime juice 1tbspgranulted sugar ¾cupbutter,soft, ½ unsalted and ¼ salted 2¼cupspowdered sugar red food coloring,few drops, optional 3tbspmaraschino cherry juice 12maraschino cherries 12lime slices sugar crystal sprinkles,optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Sift all-purpose flour and cake flour into a mixing bowl....

Ingredients ½cupbutter ½cupwhite sugar ¼cupbrown sugar 1egg 1tspvanilla extract 1cupall-purpose flour ⅓cupunsweetened cocoa powder,or dark chocolate cocoa powder 1tspcornstarch ½tspbaking soda ¼tspsalt 1cuppeanut butter cups,or peanut butter chips ice cream ½cupmini peanut butter cups ¼cupsemisweet chocolate chips,melted 3tbsppeanut butter,melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Using an electric mixer, beat butter and sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add eggs and vanilla and beat to combine....