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Robert St. John

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

Fig Cake

Preheat oven to 325. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whip attachment, beat the yolks and sugar on high speed until pale yellow, about 3-4 minutes. In a 1 quart sauce pot, combine the milk, Grappa and salt and bring just to a boil over medium heat, watching closely so itContinue reading “Fig Cake”

Pesto

Combine nuts, basil, garlic and salt in a food processor. Slowly add olive oil. Remove and fold in cheese.

Caponata

Preheat oven to 375. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Transfer to a large roasting pan and cook for 30 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Serve immediately.

Pasta Carbonara

Cook the spaghetti using the instructions on the package. Heat the oil in a small skillet on medium heat. Add pancetta and stir frequently until cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Allow to cool slightly. In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, grated cheese, remaining ½ tsp salt, black pepper, and pasta water (if the waterContinue reading “Pasta Carbonara”

Artichoke Tart

Preheat oven to 325. Drain artichokes reserving two tablespoons of the marinating liquid. Place the two tablespoons of liquid in a small sauté pan over medium heat. Add onions and red pepper and cook three to four minutes. Add garlic, oregano and thyme and cook two to three minutes more. Remove from heat and cool.Continue reading “Artichoke Tart”

Molasses-Glazed Ham Steaks

  In a saucepan over low heat, cook the orange juice slightly and then whisk in the remaining ingredients. Place the ham steaks in a baggie and pour in the marinade, seal the baggie and refrigerate the ham for 2-3 hours, turning once or twice to make sure all surfaces are covered.  Remove the steaksContinue reading “Molasses-Glazed Ham Steaks”

Blueberry-Peach Shortcake

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Sift the flour, two tablespoons sugar, the baking powder, and salt into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Blend in the butter at the lowest speed and mix until the butter is the size of peas. Combine the eggs, heavy cream, sour creamContinue reading “Blueberry-Peach Shortcake”