TIP OF THE DAY: Fresh Morel Mushrooms

Dried morel mushrooms are available year round, but there’s nothing like the splendor of fresh morels—one of the most flavorful mushrooms, earthy and woodsy. A perennial favorite of French chefs for the depth of flavor they give to almost any savory dish, morels grow wild in the woods from April through July. They are available…
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Caesar Salad Recipe With A Twist: Poached Egg Instead Of Raw

[1] Instead of Caesar dressing with a raw egg yolk, try a poached egg. This variation also uses a long strip of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese‡ as a form to contain the salad and a dotted garnish of Parmigiano cream sauce. Beautiful! (photo © Payard). [2] Bibimbap. The egg yolk is broken and mixed in with the…
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Caesar Salad Recipe: Give Caesar Salad A Grill & A Shave

New school Caesar salad (photo © E&E Grill House).   We love the Caesar Salad at one of our favorite New York City steak houses, E&E Grill House. Their approach—which has become trendy for Caesar Salads—let you enjoy even more flavor from your salad. Romaine: Instead of tearing the romaine leaves, cut the romaine hearts…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Make Savory Verrines

Yesterday we introduced dessert verrines, dishes layered in small glasses. They can be either sweet or savory; the goal is to create a visually-stunning and sophisticated small bite. Today, we take on savory verrines, popular as appetizers or cocktail food. You can also serve them as sides with a main course. Think of three to…
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TIP OF THE DAY: For Fun & Excitement, Make Verrine Recipes

Berries, pistachio sour cream and sweetened Greek yogurt. Photo courtesy Wallmonkey.   Looking for some appetizer or dessert excitement? Make verrines (vair-REEN, in French). Verre is the French word for glass; verrine, which means “protective glass,” is an assortment of ingredients layered “artfully” in a small glass. Verrines can be sweet or savory: The idea…
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