There are many variations on a “slider” in the world and that’s a good thing, I’ve made so many different kinds. Sliders fit right in any party menu and these Asian style chicken sliders are so good and one of my favorites. I got the recipe idea for the chicken filling from the chefs I…
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Raspberry Chipotle Sauce
This sauce is so versatile on so many dishes, especially during the holiday season with its beautiful red color. The marriage of the sweet flavors of the raspberry and honey play well with the spiciness and smoky flavors of the chipotle chilies in adobo. This goes perfect with roasted pork tenderloin, turkey or chicken; you…
Grilled Steak with Italian Corn & Tomato Salad
This colorful fresh and crunchy salad is full of flavor and is the perfect condiment for steak. I recently served this as a petite appetizer for a dinner party served in spoons and all the guests raved about it; it was a perfect portion for those that don’t want to eat a lot of meat…
Cabernet Braised Short Ribs with Buttermilk Horseradish Mashed Potatoes & Fried Leeks
These melt in your mouth short ribs are perfect for any dinner party, family dinner or an appetizer party when served in small glasses like I did at a party. Comforting stick to your ribs creamy mashed potatoes with a bit of heat thanks to the horseradish pairs perfectly with the savory tender and smoky…
Pureed Cauliflower & Watercress Soup with Gorgonzola & Pine Nuts
There is nothing like cooking soup on a cold and rainy day, it’s comforting and meditating. This recipe combines the earthiness of cauliflower with the fresh taste of watercress with a lovely finish of nuts and cheese. I remember as a child coming home from school on a rainy or snowy day and as I…
Three Cheese Macaroni with Panko & Parmesan Crust
I have served this dish since the beginning of my career back in 2000, it is one of my most requested dishes. I have found that when my clients entertain, most of them want comfort food and this Three Cheese Macaroni with Panko & Parmesan Crust is major comfort food. I serve it in mini…
