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Robert St. John

Restaurateur, author, enthusiastic traveler, & world-class eater.

Roasted Garlic Bordelaise

Heat butter in a 2-quart saucepot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, garlic and salt and cook until vegetables soften, about 5-6 minutes. Add tomato paste and black pepper, stir constantly and cook for 5-6 minutes. Using a wire whisk, stir in red wine and bay leaf. Simmer until wine has reduced by half.Continue reading “Roasted Garlic Bordelaise”

Grilled Pizza Dough

Dissolve yeast, sugar, and honey in warm water. Using a mixer with a dough-hook attachment, place flour and salt in bowl and mix thoroughly. On low speed, slowly drizzle in oil and continue to mix until evenly distributed. Add dissolved yeast. Add remaining cup of water. Once the dough begins to come together, continue kneadingContinue reading “Grilled Pizza Dough”

Pesto

Place all ingredients except olive oil in a food processor. Process until smooth. With machine running, slowly add oil. Turn off the processor and scrape down the sides. Continue to process to a smooth paste. Refrigerate until needed, up to 1 week. Freezes well. Yield: 2 1/2 cups