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Randy’s Culinary Wine & Food Adventures: California’s Master of Cabernet Franc

September 28th, 2009 by WineLoversPage.com

Right now, the acknowledged master of the Cabernet Franc grape is John Skupny of Lang & Reed. Randy Caparoso reports on a visit with the wine maker.

Wine Reports: Matteo Correggia 2004 “La Val dei Preti” Nebbiolo d’Alba ($19.99)

September 28th, 2009 by WineLoversPage.com

Offers a good sample of Nebbiolo style at a price well below Barolo or Barbaresco.

Lime-and Honey-Glazed Salmon with Basmati and Broccolini

September 22nd, 2009 by epicurious.com

Recipe from Bon Appétit

yield: Makes 4 servings

active time: 35 minutes

total time: 55 minutes
All of the components of this healthful one-dish dinner are roasted in the same skillet: The rice goes in first, then the salmon and..



Creamy Tomato Basil and Italian Sausage Soup

September 18th, 2009 by admin
Creamy Tomato Basil and Italian Sausage Soup

A quick weeknight dinner in 10 minutes
2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 lb Italian Sausage
10 fresh basil leaves, chiffonade (stacked, rolled and thinly sliced)
1 26 oz jar of your favorite pasta sauce or homemade sauce (click red link to see the Mezzetta sauce I used)
1 Cup water
1 1/2 Cups half and half
Pinch of salt and [...]

Concord Grape Sorbet

September 15th, 2009 by epicurious.com

Recipe from Gourmet

yield: Makes about 1 quart

active time: 10 min

total time: 5 3/4 hr (includes chilling)
Although uva means “grape” in Italian, Concords are native to North America. A velvety sorbet brings out their inky, foxy intensity.



Top 10 Wine Myths

September 10th, 2009 by admin

10. Fruit used to describe wine went into making it.
9. You need a different wine glass for different types of wines.
8. You can’t age wines sealed with an alternative closure
7. Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Sherry, and Port are grape varieties.
6. Pair white wine with fish or chicken and red wine with red meat
5. Wine lovers are [...]

Pan-Fried Flounder with Potatoes in Parsley

September 1st, 2009 by epicurious.com

Recipe from Epicurious

yield: Serves 4
Some dishes are best when they are as plain and simple as possible. Whole fish fried in butter and served with lemon and parsley potatoes


Whole fish fried in butter and served with lemon and parsley potatoes

Honey Bread

August 20th, 2009 by epicurious.com

Recipe from Epicurious

yield: Makes 2 loaves
In the land of milk and honey, injera may be the staple, but it is not the only kind of bread. In the morning, it’s dabo—honey bread—that graces..



Classic Marinade Recipes

August 4th, 2009 by admin

………. and Ideas For Ultra-Flavorful EatingBy Billy Bristol
What is a marinade and what does it do? Generally, a marinade is a mixture of ingredients (usually liquid) used to add flavor, moisten, and tenderize foods, especially meats. Liquid marinades are usually acidic based, which allows them to break down the food enough to soak into it.
How [...]

Counterfeit Cooking – Orange Julius®

August 4th, 2009 by admin
Counterfeit Cooking – Orange Julius®

 
* 1 can (6 oz size) frozen orange juice
* 1 cup water
* 1 cup milk
Substitutes:
one cup of soy milk
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