ARTICLES For New Year's Eve
SASHIMI TATAKI – SAM CHOY STYLE
WITH NO COMMENTS
A dressed-up sashimi tataki platter is perfect for celebrating New Year's, or if you are a sashimi lover, perfect for anytime of the year. A light searing and a cucumber vinaigrette elevate this sashimi platter to something really special.
POLENTA AND VEGGIE BITES WITH HONEYED CHEESE
WITH ONE COMMENT
These make-ahead polenta appetizers are delicious and healthy. Grilled polenta is smeared with honeyed cheese and topped with slow cooked tomatoes, caramelized onions and melted peppers.
OTTOLENGHI CARAMELIZED ENDIVE WITH PROSCIUTTO
WITH 5 COMMENTS
An Ottolenghi favorite, these caramelized endive are stuffed and topped with a slice of prosciutto or serrano ham for a savory treat. Make ahead and pop in the oven 15 minutes before serving.
RED WINE AND PORCINI MUSHROOM SAUCE
WITH NO COMMENTS
The next best thing to do with a bottle of red wine. No kidding, a whole bottle of wine goes into this magical sauce. Serve with prime rib or any good steak.
ROASTED CRANBERRY & CHAMPAGNE SPARKLER
WITH NO COMMENTS
A festive twist on a holiday glass of champagne. Roasted cranberries provide beautiful color as well as a tasty garnish...if you can daintily dig it out of the bottom of the glass!
YORKSHIRE PUDDING
WITH ONE COMMENT
For me Yorkshire pudding and prime rib are the quintessential Christmas meal just out of a Dicken's novel. And in fact, Yorkshire pudding dates back to the 1700's as a tasty way to stretch a meal.
RASPBERRY AND ALMOND TRIFLE
WITH 2 COMMENTS
Trifle is the quintessential Christmas dessert. Fruit, jelly, whipped cream, lady fingers and a bit of booze. A great make-ahead dessert for a crowd.
ROASTED OLIVES WITH YELLOW RAISINS AND ROSEMARY
WITH NO COMMENTS
A great cocktail snack inspired by the roasted olives served at Mountain Standard in Vail, Colorado. Pair with a big zin, a dry sauvignon blanc or a martini. Perfect for a cool autumn or cold winter day.
ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP WITH LIME AND COCONUT
WITH 7 COMMENTS
Roasted butternut squash and coconut milk soup with a Southeast Asian twist is served with a dollop of cilantro, ginger, lime and coconut pesto.
WILD MUSHROOM SOUP
WITH 3 COMMENTS
A silky smooth creamed mushroom soup adapted from the Silver Palate Cookbook. Garnish with a sprinkling of fresh thyme, a dollop of mascarpone cheese and a pinch of Maldon salt.