Holiday Roast Turkey
The perfect holiday roast turkey. Enjoy! 🍷 Wine pairing: A nice Chardonnay pairs well with turkey as does a Riesling or Pinot Noir.
Holidays & Entertaining
Recipe: Rack of Lamb (Simple Version)
Rack of lamb is one of my favorite meals which can be cooked a variety of ways including on the grill. This recipe is both simple and delicious. 🍷 Wine Pairing: Lamb is a robust flavored meat that pairs well with a bold Cabernet Sauvignon or a hearty Shiraz.
Recipe: Tuscan-Style Roast Pork
This is a great holiday or entertaining recipe that doesn’t break the bank, has great presentation and is truly delicious. 🍷 Wine Pairing: A nice Pinot Noir pairs well with this roast.
Recipe: Roast Rack of Veal
Every once in a while, you run into a recipe that is spectacular, even if you add a twist or two of your own. This recipe was just that: spectacular. Rack of veal is not a cheap cut of meat so if you’re going to invest the money and time, …
Recipe: Roast Leg of Lamb with Red Wine Sauce
This is a great holiday or entertaining recipe. There are lots of moving parts to it but if you follow the recipe without shortcuts, you won’t be disappointed. But more importantly, your guests will be in awe of your cooking! 🍷 Wine Pairing: A Cabernet Sauvignon, a good Red Blend …
Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
How can you go wrong with anything wrapped in bacon? This is a great holiday or entertaining recipe and it’s easy. It’s also a great companion to bacon-wrapped shrimp. 🍷 Wine Pairing: You can’t go wrong pairing this with Bubbles or a nice Bordeaux Blanc.
Recipe: Roasted Goose with Crispy Skin
Christmas goose is a tradition in many parts of Europe, especially Germany, where I had it for the first time many years ago. It doesn’t need to be a holiday celebration to enjoy this delicious Jacques Pépin recipe. Serves at least 6 and up to 8 people. 🍷 Wine Pairing: …
Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Hors d’Ouevres are a year-round event but these are especially good for the holidays. 🍷 This appetizer pairs well with your favorite beer, bubbles, or cocktail wine.
Recipe: Sautéed or Grilled Duck Breast
We owe today’s sautéed duck breast to Andre Daquin the famous chef and owner of the Hotel de France in Auch (Southwest France). Daquin first served the magret de Canard in 1965. Now it is served in most French restaurants from haut cuisine to the simple bistro and has become …
Recipe: Filet Mignon
Filet Mignon is French for “tender fillet” and is arguably the most tender cut of beef. Presented here is the most simple way of preparing the Filet Mignon steak.