Butter Swim Biscuits
You guys, these biscuits are SO GOOD. They rise sky-high and are fluffy and light, but since they were basically bathed in butter, all the exterior surfaces are lightly crisped and a delicate, buttery flavor runs throughout every bite. They also happen to be easier to make than a simple drop biscuit. There’s no rolling […]
Slow-Cooker Pork Carnitas
To achieve a slow-cooker version of this Mexican pulled pork dish, we had to make some adjustments to compensate for the moist environment of the slow cooker. We cut pork shoulder (with a good amount of fat left on it) into chunks and combined the meat with onion, orange zest and juice, lime zest […]
The Best Italian-American Slow-Cooked Tomato Sauce
Great tomato sauce starts with great ingredients, simply cooked low and slow until complex and rich. Starting with good quality tomatoes and crushing them by hand offers great flavor and texture later on. The combination of butter and oil releases fat-soluble aromatics and gives the sauce a creamy texture.This rich and hearty red sauce tastes […]
French Market Seasoning – Salt Free
This lovely and delicate seasoning with notes of tarragon and shallots was inspired by our travels in France. Enjoy as a rub on fish, veal, chicken, and pork. Use in egg dishes, potatoes, tomatoes, salads, roasted vegetables, creams sauces, and salad dressing. Add salt to taste if desired.
Pressure Cooker Chicken Stock
Homemade stock is relatively easy and, when done well, is by far the best option; it has a deep, rich chicken flavor and plenty of gelatin, which adds critical body to sauces and soups. But it's also time-consuming to make, and that can deter you from making sure you always have it on hand.There's no […]
Taco Seasoning
This homemade taco seasoning recipe can be made in minutes. And it’s also preservative-free, gluten-free and easily customizable. So much better than storebought taco seasoning mix!
Rosemary Salt
Today we’re making a beautiful rosemary sage salt with lemon zest and garlic. It’s like a beautiful and delicious green sand and the smell is amazing. Use it on poultry, lamb, beef, braised pork, potatoes, carrots, or any root vegetable. This is good on everything. It smells absolutely incredible and the color is amazing. Leave […]
New York-Style Pizza Sauce
No need to go in search of a slice joint. You can make a New York-style pizza at home any time you want, starting with this faithful and perfectly calibrated recipe for the sauce.Unlike Neapolitan pies, which generally use a simple, uncooked sauce of fresh or canned tomatoes and salt, New York by-the-slice pies use […]
Italian Dressing
Learn how to make this delicious classic homemade Italian dressing recipe that is bursting with cheese and herb flavors!Growing up my dad used to marinate just about everything in Italian dressing and gosh was it so delicious. If you’re a big marinade fan, then definitely try this dressing out on my T-Bone steak or Chicken […]
Caramelized Onions
We started our caramelized onions in a covered nonstick skillet over high heat with ¾ of a cup of water. The water and steam helped the onions quickly soften. Then we removed the lid, lowered the heat to medium-high, and pressed the softened onions into the bottom and sides of the skillet to allow for […]
White Mustard Sauce
This sweet, savory sauce packs a mild punch. To achieve the creamy texture and bracing mustardy bite of the white mustard sauce served in Japanese steakhouses, we added spicy dry mustard and earthy toasted sesame oil to a base of rich heavy cream and savory soy sauce. Whisking the sauce vigorously until it was lightly […]
Spicy Mayonnaise (Yum-Yum Sauce)
To achieve the rich, savory flavor of the spicy mayonnaise served in Japanese steakhouses, we added a tablespoon each of melted butter and umami-rich red miso. A bit of tomato paste added even more savory-sweet depth while paprika and cayenne amped up the spice, creating the perfect sauce to accompany our Japanese Steakhouse Steak and […]
Sweet Ginger Sauce
To achieve the bright, gingery bite of the sweet ginger sauce served in Japanese steakhouses, we blended savory soy sauce, vibrant rice vinegar, and sugar with bracing, spicy fresh onion and ginger. The irresistible result was perfect for accompanying our Japanese Steakhouse Steak and Vegetables. We developed this speedy blender sauce for steak, but it […]
Tex-Mex Chili Gravy Enchilada Sauce
This quick and easy recipe comes together in about 10 minutes. It’s bold and flavorful and will give your enchiladas an authentic taste! If you don’t have any enchilada sauce on hand or you’re wanting to elevate your cooking this recipe is for you. You will never go back to using the canned version again!
Old-Fashioned Flaky Pie Crust
This easy pie dough has a recipe that pastry chefs tend to favor, but it doesn’t require any fancy ingredients, equipment, or training. Just smash some cold butter in a bowl of flour, stir in a bit of water, roll it out, and fold it over a few times. It’s essentially a streamlined blitz, making […]
Salsa Fresca
Pico de gallo, also called salsa fresca, is a type of salsa commonly used in Mexican cuisine. It can be used in much the same way as other Mexican liquid salsas, but because it contains less liquid, it also can be used as a main ingredient in dishes such as tacos and fajitas.This salsa […]