Pears in Marsala Wine Sauce
Cut a small slice from the bottom of each of the pears so they will stand up straight in the saucepan without falling over. In a saucepan large enough to hold the pears, bring the wine and sugar to a
Pea Soup with Confit of Peppers & Shrimp
To prepare the Confit of Peppers & Shrimp: Cook the shrimp or prawns in 1 teaspoon of the extra virgin olive oil for 1 minute. Using a slotted spoon, place the cooked shrimp or prawns in a bowl. Cook the remaining olive
Pasta with Sweet Sausage Ragù
To prepare the Ragù Di Carne: Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan set on high heat until sizzling, about 2 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes, celery, carrot, onion, garlic, bay leaf and basil, and cook for 2 minutes,
Pasta with Sausage & Butternut Squash
Pour 1 tablespoon of olive oil into a large skillet (12 inches), and cook over high heat for 2 minutes. Take the sausage out of the casing and add it to the hot oil. Cook for about 3 minutes until
Halibut with Tequila & Jalapeño Sauce
To prepare the halibut: Make a spice mixture with the salt, pepper, onion powder and paprika. Brush a little olive oil over both sides of the fish; this will help the spices adhere to the fish and will help it cook
Grilled Steak with Coffee Rub
Mix the ingredients for the Coffee Rub. Rub each of the steaks on both sides with the rub. Let them rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours. Oil the grill rack, then grill the
Grilled Shrimp with Stewed Peppers
Make the Peperonata (see related recipes) the day before. Mix the marinade ingredients in a food processor and process to a cream-like consistency. Mix the shrimp with the marinade and let rest in the refrigerator, covered, for 30 to 45 minutes. Grill
Fried Green Tomatoes
Mix all the dry spices together. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and the cream. Sprinkle the spice mixture on each side of the tomatoes and let them rest for about 15 minutes; pat them dry before you proceed. Dip each of
Chocolate Butter Cake with Rum Cream Sauce
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. To prepare the batter: In a bowl, combine all the dry ingredients. Add the eggs and mix well, stirring with a wooden spoon. Add the melted butter and the milk, and keep stirring until they are
Shallot, Arugula & Spinach Salad
Mix the shallots and the vinegar in a bowl and marinate at room temperature for about 30 minutes to 1 hour. Using a slotted spoon, take the shallots out and reserve them for later. Add the onion powder, garlic powder, paprika and