Ingredients1 large cucumber, peeled (if waxed)and sliced thinly1/2 red onion, sliced thinly2 cloves garlic, sliced thinly3/4 oz fresh dill, chopped finely dressing:3/4 cup Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed1/4 teaspoon celery seedjuice 1/2 lemonsalt white pepper Directions:In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. […]
Ingredients:10 oz canned “cocktail” clams, drained, reserving 2 tablespoons clam juice8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons minced shallot1 teaspoon lemon zest1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1 large clove garlic, minced1/8 teaspoon celery seedsaltwhite pepperfinely chopped flat leaf parsley Directions:In a food processor […]
Ingredients: 6 small to medium sized beets, peeled 1/2 large onion, chopped 2 cups water 2 cups chicken stock 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoons salt 1/2 tablespoon celery seed 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 egg juice of 1 lemon to serve: sour cream chopped cucumber Directions: In a large pot, bring […]
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb red skin potatoes, cubed 1 1/2 lb purple potatoes, cubed 2 stalks celery, diced 1 bunch scallions, greens and white parts, diced for the dressing: 150 g (5.3 oz) Greek yogurt 3 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/3 cup chives, cut into 1/4 inch pieces 1/4 cup chopped […]
Ingredients:2 lb red skin potatoes, cut into manageable chunks1 stalk celery, including greens, chopped1/2 medium onion, diced1/4 cup parsley, chopped for the dressing:2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 1/2 teaspoon tarragon1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon celery seedwhite peppersalt Directions:Whisk together the dressing ingredients and set aside. Meanwhile, […]
Ingredients:2 cubed poached chicken breasts or about 2 cups leftover roasted chicken3 tablespoons mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon sesame oil1 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds1 stalk celery, diced1/2 cup diced snow peas1 small bunch green onions, slicedsaltwhite pepper Directions:In a small bowl, stir together the mayo, sesame seeds and the sesame oil. Set […]
Ingredients: 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar 2 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 medium onion, diced 2 stalks celery, diced 2 carrots, grated 1/2 teaspoon celery seed salt white pepper 16 oz cooked macaroni (I actually used cellentani) Directions: In a small bowl, whisk […]
Ingredients:1 large bunch green onions, chopped1 large bunch chives, chopped8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature1/4 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon white pepper1/2 teaspoon celery seedpinch salt Directions:Place all ingredients in a large bowl and mix to evenly distribute ingredients.It is easier and quicker to mix it in a stand mixer […]
Ingredients:2 lb catfish fillets, cut in half length-wise1/2 cup cornmeal1/4 flour1/4 corn flour1 tablespoon Old Bay1 1/2 teaspoons ground chipotle1 teaspoon celery seedsaltpepperjuice of one lemonoil for frying Directions: Place fish in single layer in a shallow bowl or tray, squeeze lemon juice over the fish. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. […]
I’m not claiming to be a holiday cooking expert but you wouldn’t believe the number of emails I’ve gotten asking for tips on making a complete holiday meal. With a little advance planning, the big day will be a snap. Many of the ingredients and flavors in this menu are […]