Lemon Crème Brulee

17 ounces heavy cream 3 ounces granulated sugar 2 ounces fresh lemon juice 2 eggs 2 drops yellow food color Bring the heavy cream to a boil. Remove from heat and add the remaining ingredients. Stir to blend. Pour into a...

Appetizers for Thanksgiving

Spiced Cheddar Rounds ½ cup (4 oz. stick) unsalted butter 1 cup grated extra sharp cheddar cheese 1-cup flour 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper ¼ tsp. kosher salt ½ cup finely chopped parsley, ½ cup chopped nuts, sesame seeds, or...

Not Your Mamma’s Green Beans and Onions

2 T. olive oil 1 red onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, slivered ¼ lb. pancetta or lean bacon, cut into thin strips 1 lb. fresh green beans or haricot vert, trimmed 1 cup chicken broth 1 tsp. kosher salt ¼ tsp...

Caputo’s Pasta with Chicken Ragu and Cabbage

2 T extra virgin olive oil ½ medium carrot, minced ½ stalk celery, minced ½ red onion, minced 4 thin slices cacciatore salami, minced ¼ cup Italian parsley, minced 1 Bay leaf 12 oz. boneless skinless chicken meat, both...

Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Tarts

CRUST 2 tablespoons butter, softened 2 tablespoons granulated white sugar 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 cup flour 1/2 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips Preheat oven to...

Savory Appetizers

Smoky Cheese Garlic Bread Bites 1/4 cup melted butter 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic bread spread mix 1 baguette bread 1/4-1/2 pound thin sliced smoked cheese** 1 can (15 oz.) black olives, chopped or sliced Grape tomatoes...

Lemon Crème Brulee

17 ounces heavy cream 3 ounces granulated sugar 2 ounces fresh lemon juice 2 eggs 2 drops yellow food color Bring the heavy cream to a boil. Remove from heat and add the remaining ingredients. Stir to blend. Pour into a...

Appetizers for Thanksgiving

Spiced Cheddar Rounds ½ cup (4 oz. stick) unsalted butter 1 cup grated extra sharp cheddar cheese 1-cup flour 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper ¼ tsp. kosher salt ½ cup finely chopped parsley, ½ cup chopped nuts, sesame seeds, or...

Two Simple Holiday Recipes

Gorgonzola and Pinenut Canapes 4 T. butter, softened ¼ lb. Gorgonzola cheese 2 T. chopped fresh basil 2 T. toasted pine nuts 1/8 tsp. ground black pepper 16 slices Italian or French bread (about 3” diameter) Place...