CHILE AND SPICE WHITEBAIT
Fresh whitebait, dusted in seasoned flour, quickly fried in oil, and sprinkled with lemon juice is very quick and simple but makes a great starter on a summer’s evening. If you can’t find whitebait—it’s often hard to find in the States—try raw tiger shrimp, squid, or even crab claws. SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 1 tsp […]
Chickpea Pumpkin Soup
Pumpkin soup is a fall favorite of ours. This recipe uses chickpeas and oatmeal for a hearty, rich flavor. Serve this soup with bread and a tabouli salad for a satisfying meal. We suggest serving it as a first course to Walleye Sautéed in Almond Meal. SERVES 6. INGREDIENTS 1 cup dried chickpeas 4 […]
PAN SEARED SCALLOPS WITH CRUNCHY APPLE SALAD
Scallops are cooked when the outside is golden brown and the center is just going from translucent to opaque. Any longer than 2 minutes on each side and they’ll get tough, so it’s essential that you stand over them and remember the order you put them in the pan. The simple salad goes equally well […]
Black Bean Soup
Black Bean soup is an earthy soup with a rich bean flavor. Serve it as a first course with Snapper Caribbean ‘Style or Butternut Squash, Cheese, and Walnut Croquettes. It is also a great meal in itself with tortillas or Buttermilk Cornbread and a salad. SERVES 8 to 10. INGREDIENTS 2 cups dried black […]
Barley Mushroom Soup
Barley is an excellent grain for soup making. It adds a creamy texture to the broth, and it is hearty and warming. Try substituting dried lentils for half of the barley—the combination is wonderful! This soup is just as good the second day as it is the first, but barley tends to absorb liquid as […]
ROASTED COD WITH A WALNUT LEMON AND PARMESAN CRUST
This dish makes a lovely fuss-free supper and is very quick to make. One large fillet makes an impressive centerpiece, but you can just as well use 4 separate fillets of about 6 ounces each. For a change from cod, try haddock, hake, or any other meaty whitefish. SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 1 whole skinless […]
Split Pea Mint Cold Soup
This soup is very good served either hot or cold, and, when pureed, it has a wonderful creamy texture. With bread and fruit or salad, the cold soup makes a complete and cool meal for the hot summer days. To serve it hot, omit the yogurt and add a few carrots and celery ribs, and […]
RASPBERRY CHEESECAKE
If there is one thing you Americans know how to do, it’s how to make great cheesecakes. This is my take on dense, creamy, classic New York–style cheesecake. SERVES 8 INGREDIENTS Butter, for greasing 20 ounces (2½ cups) cream cheese, at room temperature ¾ cup sugar 3 eggs, lightly beaten 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour […]
Melon Mint Cold Soup
There is nothing like the taste sensation of a really good cantaloupe. When cantaloupe is at its peak, everyone at the market is searching for the perfect melon. As we all know, it’s a real disappointment to come home with a bland one. This soup blends that wonderful melon flavor with a hint of mint—a […]
Fruit Cold Soup
Fruit soup is a simple, refreshing start for a summer meal. Use whatever fruit is in season, and experiment with fruit combinations, juices, herbs, and liqueurs. Try peaches with a little fresh ginger juice or apricots with orange juice. The combinations are endless! SERVES 6 to 8. INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 cups apple juice or […]