Bits and Pieces: It comes with 'mayonnaise'
The Brautigan Library has been bringing quite a bit of attention to the museum lately. The December issue of Harper's Magazine includes a five-page essay, "Man Underwater: The democratic fiction of...
View ArticleTailgate recipe: Black and Purple Burger
This is one big game. That's going to mean one big tailgate party, too. Celebrate the Ravens' playoff game with a recipe from the folks who feed the team. Chef Jonathan Lindenauer at Classic Catering...
View ArticleRecipe: Mayonnaise
Mayonnaise 1 large egg yolk (or 1-ounce pasteurized egg yolk) 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons lemon juice œ teaspoon salt 2 cups grapeseed oil 1 tablespoon olive oil Finely...
View ArticleRecipe: Daniel's Favorite Stone Crab Dipping Sauces
Daniel's Favorite Stone Crab Dipping Sauces Store sauces refrigerated in air-tight containers. Store-bought mayonnaise may be substituted for homemade. French Cocktail Sauce 2 cups mayonnaise (see...
View ArticleRecipe: Basil Mayonnaise
Basil Mayonnaise œ pound basil leaves 2 cups mayonnaise (see recipe) Salt and finely ground white pepper, to taste Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Boil the basil leaves for 45 seconds,...
View ArticleScott McKenzie & the Morning Mix recipe of the week: Chicken wraps
It is a new year that means you made a new year's resolution. Either making some new friends or promising yourself you are going to lose weight. There is an easy solution to that, just drink milk,...
View ArticleHeavy Reuben sandwich lightens up with salmon
Allow me to confess right at the start — this is not your grandfather’s Reuben sandwich. The legendary Reuben of yore was built on corned beef, but I swap that out in favor of smoked salmon. And while...
View ArticleRecipe: Piñon Grill's Parmesan au gratin potatoes
Piñon Grill's Parmesan au gratin potatoes Adapted from Piñon Grill. Chef Beadnell bakes this recipe in a third hotel pan, a rectangular stainless steel pan roughly 12x7 inches. Use a large casserole or...
View ArticleTry Greek yogurt for its health benefit -- and variety
Greek yogurt is packed with protein, calcium and the healthy bacteria said to keep our digestive systems in check. And all the cool kids are eating it. Whether you've been turned on to Greek yogurt for...
View ArticleSERIOUSLY SIMPLE: A fresh take on Waldorf Salad
Waldorf Salad is a timeless dish. I remember growing up with the classic recipe of apples, nuts and a mayonnaise dressing that was frequently included on dinner menus as a first course. The story goes...
View ArticleFact Check: Bulb onions won't poison you; myths about mayo
Times-Union readers want to know: I keep getting these emails about onions and how you should never save a cut onion in the refrigerator because it is poisonous. The email tells of a tour of a...
View ArticleCelebrate the Ravens with a Big Easy-influenced Super Bowl party
Are you ready for some gumbo? At 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 3, when the Ravens take on the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XLVII, much of Baltimore will be watching, either from their stadium...
View ArticleSuper snacks
The big question for some of us on Super Bowl Sunday isn't who will win or which pricey TV commercial scores big with viewers. We want to know what there is to eat — and there better not be any...
View ArticleSuper snacks
The big question for some of us on Super Bowl Sunday isn't who will win or which pricey TV commercial scores big with viewers. We want to know what there is to eat — and there better not be any...
View ArticleCouch-gating it to New Orleans: The big game collides with the big party in...
At your Super Bowl "couch-gate" party, you might want to add a little jambalaya, gumbo, beignets and other Carnival favorites. After all, when the San Francisco 49ers take on the Baltimore Ravens...
View ArticleHerald & Review, Decatur, Ill., Arlene Mannlein column
None of my favorite football teams made it to the Super Bowl, but I have to admit, it's interesting to have brothers coaching opposing teams this year. Might actually be a game fun to watch. So, since...
View ArticleWhat's on your list of foods you haven't made?
Lots of people make wish lists, from where they want to vacation to repairs needed around the house. One of my wish lists consists of food I enjoy eating out, but have never made in my kitchen. Now,...
View ArticleDinner for two
Like New Year's Eve, Valentine's Day offers diners a dilemma. Should you risk going out and being disappointed by so-so service and overpriced food? Or stay home and cook, then face a messy kitchen at...
View ArticleCalvary Episcopal's iconic Waffle Shop (fish pudding anyone?) celebrates 90th...
Things don't change much at the Waffle Shop, which this year celebrates its 90th year serving lunch during Lent in the basement of Calvary Episcopal Church in Downtown."People at the Waffle Shop know...
View ArticleHow They Make It: Chef Michel Richard known for serving taste and texture
Michel Richard is more than a mere connoisseur of fusion cuisine; he practically invented the French/California flavor. Formally trained as a pastry chef from the age of 14, Richard moved to the U.S....
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