Grilled racks of lamb, frenched, with a supremely tasty whole-grain mustard and apricot glaze from the folks at Cline Cellars in Sonoma.
extra virgin olive oil
Tangerine-Glazed Easter Ham With Baby Carrots
Tangy, tangerine-glazed Easter ham to have this holiday. As featured on Food 911 with Chef Tyler Florence! Try pairing with your favorite pinot noir.
Conch de Leon Ceviche and Tostones
This unique ceviche (raw fish marinated in citrus) comes from Chef Paul Hargrove. Get a real taste of the culture of Cuba..enjoy!
Asian Noodle Salad
Take this Asian Noodle Salad on the go – LOVE the spicy peanut dressing!
Zucchini Pasta Salad with Avocado Spinach Dressing
Start with your dressing at the bottom of the jar. Add hard veggies first, like celery, peppers. Next add protein and any cheese you like. Softer veggies like tomatoes go next. End with your lettuce or in this case zucchini noodles.
Orange Fennel Salad
Lay off the lettuce and switch things up for your next salad! This Orange Fennel Salad from Helen Greek Food and Wine has two kinds of orange, pomegranate seeds and even more goodness…
Silver Oak Bistro Salad
The classic bistro salad traditionally consists of a fried egg, bacon, crispy potatoes, and lettuce. Staying within this framework, try changing the way the egg and potatoes are prepared, even substituting smoked salmon or duck prosciutto instead of bacon.
Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta
An awesome appetizer or savory side dish from Executive Chef David Skinner of Eculent. It’s the grainy mustard sauce that will win you over!
Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes
These Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes (“Purè di Patate all’Olio”) from star chef Lidia Bastianich are SO easy! Idaho or Yukon gold potatoes work perfectly, along with kosher salt, black pepper and EVOO – that’s all folks!
Marinated Winter Squash
Beautiful butternut squash (“Zucca Gialla Marinata”), sliced and fried, then layered with basil leaves and a simple garlic marinade from Lidia Bastianich! Sure to make for a fabulous appetizer or side for your holiday table.
Prune-Stuffed Roast Loin of Pork
A luscious Pork Loin, or “Arrosto di Maiale alle Prugne,” from Lidia Bastianich. This juicy holiday centerpiece comes stuffed with bourbon-soaked prunes, which give it that extra something from this Italian-born celebrity chef!
Butternut Squash Bisque
Creamy Butternut Squash Bisque from Chef Vikramjit Katoch of the Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park. A keeper come Thanksgiving!
Lidia’s Chicken with Olives and Pine Nuts
Lidia Bastianich actually prepared this dish in MY kitchen! This dish is so simple but so delicious. We paired it with the Bastianich Vespa Bianco, an it was a match made in heaven.
Fielding’s Pulpo (Octopus)
Pulpo with Navy beans, Romesco sauce, Spanish chorizo, grapefruit and young onions.
Casserole Queens Green Chile Chicken & Rice Bake
This tasty casserole is gluten free and part of the Casserole Queens’ HUNGRY series. Thanks to these lovely gals for the recipe – perfect for tailgates, get-togethers and large family gatherings.