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First time that I’ve shared my Nanaimo-Bar ingredient composition: Cake ¼ cup finely sliced dried figs macerated in 2 fl. oz. good brandy 14 oz. fine-quality semisweet chocolate 6 large eggs ¼ cup EACH granulated sugar, plain flour, and finely ground hazelnuts Pastry Cream 2 egg yolks 1 Tbsp...

This yeast bread has the wholesome rustic flavor & texture that goes particularly well with hearty soups – such as Caldo Verde. 3 cups yellow cornmeal 2 tsp salt 16 fl. oz. boiling water 1 fl. oz. olive oil 2 tsp granulated sugar 4 fl. oz. lukewarm water 2 Tbsp active dry yeast approx. 3½ cups...

An uncomplicated, straightforward procedure to make these pickles: In processor, chop 3 quarts cubed, unpeeled cucumber (seeds remove from large ones). Transfer to a large stainless steel bowl. In processor, chop 2 cups peeled onions and 1 cup sweet red pepper. Toss with the cukes. Stir in...

¼ cup minced shallot 1 clove garlic, minced 2 fl. oz. Grand Marnier 1 fl. oz. Balsamic vinegar 1½ fl .oz. fresh orange juice 2-3 Tbsp Dijon mustard zest of small orange 4 fl. oz. extra-virgin olive oil 1 fl. oz. walnut oil ¾ lbs chopped baby greens 2 oz. toasted walnut pieces plus 1 oz. chopped...

2 cups plain flour 2 cups chestnut flour 1½ Tbsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 5 oz. unsalted butter, softened 16 fl. oz. cold milk Heat oven to 375°. In bowl, combine the flours, baking powder, and salt. Add butter & milk and, using a wooden spoon, mix lightly till the dough is blended – but not...

Oxtail makes a most succulent stew. I advise you to prepare this dish over two days. On the first, braise the meat, then chill it. On the second day, lift off the congealed fat, add vegetables, then simmer until tender. 1 large jointed oxtail (about 2 lb) ¼ cup flour 1 tsp salt + freshly...

The grilling marinade I use for portabello mushrooms & partially cooked vegetables such as zucchini, onion wedges, & red pepper slices: 6 fl. oz. vegetable oil 2 fl. oz. cider vinegar 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp celery seeds ½ tsp dry mustard ½ tsp salt 1 tsp granulated sugar, optional freshly...

Consider including this dish on your menu for a sophisticated celebration: 1 small bunch of arugula 1 head of radicchio 1 Belgian endive 1 small head of red-leaf lettuce 4 ounces mâche (lamb’s lettuce) 1 Tbsp sherry vinegar ½ Tbsp minced shallots Salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste 2 fl. oz...

I would like to purchase one of those made-in-France devices used to remove the top caps from fresh eggs: It's a stainless-steel, spring-loaded tool with a plunger that is drawn up & released onto the small-end of an egg -- thus removing the cap cleanly without damaging the rest of the shell...

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This recipe is equally hedonistic when fresh pear slices are substituted for the apples. 6-8 slices fresh homemade bread, each 2 inches thick! 4 fl oz light cream 4 eggs, beaten 4 oz butter ¼ cup pecans 2 tart apples (I use Braeburn, Ida Red, Jonathan, or Granny Smith), pared & cut in small...

The accompanying recipe for Pear Butter yields twice the amt r’qd for the bread; but it’s recommended having extra on hand as a dessert topping, muffin spread – and especially for another luscious Pear Bread! 1 cup Pear Butter 1 Tbsp active dry yeast 4 fl oz lukewarm water ½ tsp sugar 3 to 3½...