My Best Creme Caramel – by Robert Zupperoli A reader posted this on my “family and friends favorites” page. I haven’t tried it, but it sounds very good. If you try the recipe, please give me your feedback or any related tips. in his own words . . . This is easy and a definite crowd-pleaser . . . preheat oven to 350 Five Jumbo Egg Yolks Four Jumbo Eggs Three & 3/4 cups of Whole Milk 3/4 cup...
Read MoreBrining a Whole Chicken 1 1/4 gallons cold water 3/4 cup kosher salt 1/2 cup sugar 2 bay leaves 1/2 bunch fresh thyme, or 2 tbsp dried 1/2 head of garlic, peeled and smashed 1 tbsp cracked black pepper combine all the ingredients into a large pot or brine bag (you can buy them at your grocery store) add one whole chicken. ideally refrigerate for at least 12 hours… however you can put it in the AM and roast the bird in the...
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2 pounds of shrimp (butterflied – either leave whole or chop) 1 pound of sea bass (½ inch cubes) Juice from 4 limes Juice from one lemon 2 medium tomatos, diced 1 small white onion, finely chopped 2 small yellow and red sweet peppers, chopped 2-3 jalapeños or serrano peppers (more if you like it spicy), chopped 3/4 cup cilantro, washed and chopped 1 teaspoon of olive oil salt and pepper to taste lettuce leaves In a large...
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Seafood Salad w/Lemon Grass, Mint, Chili-Lime Dressing I never know where I’m going to find a wonderful new recipe to add to this collection. This one was discovered on a Facebook page for a Foodie group in Chicago. They have a group that meets and prepares dinner together. This recipe was made for their April event that focused on Thai cuisine. A member named Kin Lui prepared this dish for their group and it...
Read MoreBowl of Sunshine Soup – Ginger, Butternut Orange This fresh and wonderful recipe was provided by Chef David Wells… also known as “Grandma Dave.” www.grandmadave.com Some Nutritional Benefits: High in powerful antioxidants: Vitamins A (beta carotene), C. Low calorie source. A great potassium and folate source. High in fiber. Excellent for improving circulation, and relieving nausea and indigestion. Bright visual...
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Recipe and Photo by Chef David Wells www.grandmadave.com When you grow up on the coast, enjoying a great seafood chowder is part of the lifestyle. The expectation that it isn’t just good, but exceptional goes with the territory. Several of my high school friends went on to become very accomplished chefs. It’s not surprising as growing up in the wine country and by the sea can be very inspirational. One of...
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