Try Chef Michael’s easy and delicious recipe for an authentic NY Reuben…Laurie suggests a great German Hefeweizen beer or an Italian Orvieto Classico as the perfect pairing for this scrumptious Reuben!

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Red Wine Chocolate Truffles

May 8, 2017

8 ounces bittersweet chocolate 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate 6 ounces Heavy Cream 2 ounces Big Red Wine Cocoa Powder For Dusting   Place the chocolate into a medium bowl. Heat the cream in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring just to a boil, watching very carefully because if it boils for a few seconds, […]

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Chicken Marsala

January 30, 2017

I can’t believe that I have not posted this yet.  This is my go to simple dinner, that is a favorite at my house. Try it and you will love it.  It is easy to do in bulk and reheats really well, making it a buffet staple.  The only thing I warn about is to get […]

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Oyster Stew

January 24, 2017

5 Tbsp olive oil 1-pint oysters with their liquor, jarred or freshly shucked, about 2 dozen 1/4 cup flour 2 celery stalks, minced 1 medium onion, minced 1 3/4 cup milk 1/4 cup cream Salt Freshly ground white pepper 2 ounces Pernod or another Anise Flavored Liquor 1/4 cup parsley, minced Method Strain the oyster […]

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Tomato Shallot Fondue

May 2, 2016

It’s not what you think… No Cheese here.  Fondue cComes from French fondre, “to melt.” the tomatoes and shallots are melted in the oven.  This goes well with just about anything, Fish, meat, on sandwiches. 4 large tomatoes 4 shallots 1 T sherry vinegar 2 T olive oil salt and pepper Preheat oven to 450 […]

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Roasted Radishes

March 10, 2016

So are You saying, “what???Radishes???” It may not sound normal but you are gonna have to trust me on this one.  They are great. Try them with fatty or rich foods. Pulled Pork BBQ comes to mind.  You will be pleasantly surprised. 1 pound of Radishes 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper […]

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Wild Mushroom Strudel

March 3, 2016

This Wild Mushroom Strudel can be served as a first course with a sauce or an accompaniment with a meat entrée such as Beef or Lamb. Ingredients: 2 lbs. Crimini, Oyster, Shiitake and/or other mushrooms 1/4 cup Shallots, minced 3 cloves Garlic, sliced paper thin4 Tbsp Olive Oil Salt and Pepper 8 sheets Filo Dough […]

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Oyster Hush Puppy Fritters

January 5, 2016

Ingredients 1 cups fine stone-ground cornmeal 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 tablespoon Sea Salt 1 large eggs 1 large egg yolk 1 cups whole milk 1/4 stick unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly 1/4 cup minced chives 18 shucked oysters, drained Vegetable oil, for frying Directions 1. In a large bowl, […]

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Stuffing Muffins

October 28, 2015

Basic Stuffing Recipe Ingredients 2 Loaves Italian Boules or Bread, cubed and  lightly toasted 2 tablespoons butter 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 stalks celery, finely chopped 2 eggs, lightly beaten 2 cups chicken broth 2 teaspoons rubbed sage 1 teaspoon garlic powder salt and pepper to taste Directions Allow the toasted bread to sit […]

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