To make the vanilla ice cream: Combine the cream, milk, salt, and 3/4 cup of the sugar in a large pot. Split the vanilla bean down the middle lengthwise and scrape out the seeds with a paring knife; add them to the pot and toss in the pods for added flavor. Place the cream mixtureContinue reading “Vanilla Bean Custard Ice Cream”
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Roasted Garlic New Potatoes
Wash the potatoes thoroughly. Using a pairing knife, cut a strip around the outside of the potato. Place potatoes in a large stockpot. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook at a low simmer for 20-30 minutes, until potatoes are fork tender. Drain potatoes. Place hot potatoes in a largeContinue reading “Roasted Garlic New Potatoes”
Pink-Eyed Purple Hull Peas
Place peas, stock, bacon, sugar and salt in a 2-quart saucepot over medium heat. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a slow simmer and cover. Simmer 30-45 minutes. Remove 1 /4 cup of pot liquor. Stir flour into pot liquor and pour back into peas. Bring back to a simmer and cook 10 minutesContinue reading “Pink-Eyed Purple Hull Peas”
Fried Corn
Remove the husks and corn silk from the fresh ears of corn. Using a very sharp knife cut the corn kernels from the cob. Using the back side of the knife, scrape the cobs to remove the remaining pulp and juice. Heat a medium sized heavy skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Melt theContinue reading “Fried Corn”
21st Century Turnip Greens
In a large sauce pot, brown the bacon over medium heat. Stir in the shallots and cook for 2 minutes. Add the vinegar, brown sugar and crushed red pepper, cook until the sugar has dissolved completely. Add in the turnip greens and mix them well with the bacon mixture. Add the hot pork stock, andContinue reading “21st Century Turnip Greens”
Fresh Strawberries with English Cream
In a 1 quart stainless steel pot bring the cream, half and half, Grand Marnier, vanilla and half of the sugar to a simmer. While it is heating, combine the yolks and remaining sugar in a mixing bowl and whip until light in color. Slowly temper (pour) the cream mixture into to yolks. Once allContinue reading “Fresh Strawberries with English Cream”
Seafood Nachos
Heat the oil in a medium sauce pot over medium heat. Cook the shrimp, onion, peppers, garlic, Creole seasoning and salt for 7-8 minutes. Add the hot sauce and half and half and bring to a simmer. Lower the heat and add the Velveeta and cream cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted and removeContinue reading “Seafood Nachos”
Mexican Cornbread
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a mixing bowl, combine all of the dry ingredients and mix well. In a separate bowl, whisk the wet ingredients. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Do not over mix. Pour batter into a greased cast-iron skillet or a buttered two-quart baking dish and bake for 20-25Continue reading “Mexican Cornbread”
Crab Claws Geautreaux
Place the olive oil in a very large, heavy duty sauté pan over low-medium heat. Place the garlic and salt in the heated oil and cook for 2-3 minutes, stir constantly to prevent burning. Add the white wine, chicken broth and Italian dressing and bring it to a simmer. Add in the crab claws andContinue reading “Crab Claws Geautreaux”