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Robert St. John

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

Pantry and Fridge

Pie Dough

This crust has been the base for countless savory pies over the years. The key is keeping the butter ice-cold and giving the dough enough time to rest in the refrigerator. For a little twist, add 1 tablespoon of freshly cracked black pepper or 2 tablespoons of finely chopped chives to the flour mixture.

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Port Wine Glaze

Place all ingredients in a small sauce pot. Simmer and reduce until mixture forms a thick syrup. Yield: One quarter…

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Cranberry Relish

Combine cranberries, shallot, Madeira, sugars, orange juice and cranberry juice in a 1-quart sauce pot and simmer over low- medium…

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Fig Relish

Melt the butter over low heat in a small sauce pot. Cook the shallots for 3 minutes. Add in the…

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Parmesan Cream Sauce

Bring heavy cream to a boil. Add cheese and stir well. Add pepper and nutmeg. Next, in a small sauté…

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Sweet Chili Sauce

Combine all ingredients in saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 8 minutes. Remove from…

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Vegetable Seasoning

Combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly.

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Tabasco Tartar Sauce

The hotter the better, add more Tabasco if you are brave enough.

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Southwestern Spice

Great on skirt steak or chicken.

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