Photography by Mark O. RamirezLucchesi’s Ravioli & Pasta ShopAntipasto Tray Prosciutto, Volpi salami, mortadella, slicedAssorted marinated olivesPepperoncinisRoasted red peppers Marinated olives:3 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon lemon zest1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes3 cups cracked green olives2 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, choppedStir the oil, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes in a heavy, small skillet over medium heatjust until fragrant, …
And the Livin’ is Easy
Photography by Mark O. RamirezBLEU Restaurant & LoungePan Seared Snapper 4-8 ounces snapper fillet with skin onSalt and pepper to tasteOlive oil as needed Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat a sauté pan and add the olive oil. With a paper towel, dry the skin side of the snapper, add salt and pepper, then place in sauté pan skin side down. Cook …
Tomatoes! Tomatoes! Tomatoes!
Photography by Mark O. RamirezSalud! at Whole Foods Market, Poplar AvenueGrilled Succotash Salad with Tomato Tahini Dressing Dressing:Olive oil, as needed12 cherry tomatoes1/3 cup tahini2 to 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar¼ teaspoon smoked paprika Salad: Olive oil, as needed 1 red onion, peeled and cut into thick rings2 ears corn, shucked1 ½ cups frozen lima beans, thawed1 ½ cups fresh green beans1-2 …
All Fired Up
Photography by Mark O. RamirezBLEU Restaurant & LoungePepper Crusted Steak 4 rib eye steaks, about ½ inch thick0.5 ounces pink peppercorn0.5 ounces white peppercorn0.5 ounces black peppercorn Salt to taste 2 ounces of butter 1 cup of demi glaze sauce In a hot skillet, toast all 3 peppercorns, moving constantly for about a minute. Remove from the heat and place in a spice …
Spring Greens
April is the month when the weather warms and the multitude of the area’s fabulous farmers’ markets open Early season produce includes lettuce, microgreens, asparagus, bok, choy, broccoli, fresh herbs, and greens. Fresh markets are opening – support local farmers and enjoy eating your greens! Photography by Mark O. RamirezERLING JENSENSHRIMP & SCALLOP CEVICHE WITH BIBB LETTUCE & GRILLED MANGO …
Culinary Sweet Cheats
ITTA BENAWhite Chocolate & Butterscotch Brownies 1 Cup sugar1/2 cup cocoa1/4 cup flour2 Eggs 8 tablespoons butter1/2 cup white chocolate chips1/2 cup butterscotch chipstiny pinch of salt Melt butter over medium heat. Stir in cocoa, whisk until smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Whisk in eggs one at a time. In a separate bowl, combine dry ingredients …
Party of Two
Recipes for NewlywedsErling JensenHerb Crusted Halibut & Terrine of Dungeness Crab, Maine Lobster and Leek 1 bunch curly parsley1 bunch dill1 bunch chive2 ounces breadcrumb4 ounces butterzest of 2 lemons4 ounces fillet of halibut, trimmed1 whole Maine lobster, blanched, shocked, and shelled 1 Dungeness crab, blanched, shocked and shelled4 leeks, blanched1 tablespoon tarragon, chopped4 egg whitesbreadcrumb, to bindsalt and pepper …
The Holiday Table
OWEN BRENNAN’SLamb with Mint Sauce & Twice baked potatoes AUSTRALIAN LAMB RACK Season Lamb with salt and pepper. Grill to desired temperature MINT SAUCE: In a saucepan, combine 12 ounces fresh mint (pick leaves off stem), 4 cups of sugar and 12 cups of water. Bring to a boil then turn down and let simmer for 30 minutes. Strain out …