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Pickled Red Onions

Pickled Red Onions

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
105 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Pack onion slices into a sterilized 1-pint jar.
  3. 3 Combine vinegar, salt, sugar, and peppercorns together in a small saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. 4 Carefully pour brine solution over onions to fill the jar; let stand, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
  5. 5 Seal the jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake well. Refrigerate until flavor develops, at least 1 hour or up to 2 weeks, before serving. Keep refrigerated.

By itsvince

Mulling Spices

Mulling Spices

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Zest and peel orange and lemon. Cut peels into thinnest strips possible. Distribute zest and peels evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until zest and peels are dry, 60 to 75 minutes.
  4. 4 Combine dried zest, dried peels, crushed cinnamon, allspice, cloves, cardamom and peppercorns in a large bowl.

By Yoly

Merlot-Peppercorn Steak Sauce

Merlot-Peppercorn Steak Sauce

3.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in mushrooms, garlic, and peppercorns, and sauté until mushrooms are tender. Pour in wine, balsamic, and Worcestershire sauce, increase the heat to medium-high and reduce by 1/3. Stir in rosemary and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until fragrant.

By Jon

Quick Pickled Radishes

Quick Pickled Radishes

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place radish slices into a pint-sized jar with a lid.
  2. 2 Heat vinegar and water in a small non-reactive saucepan over medium heat; whisk in sugar and salt until just dissolved. Remove from heat and add star anise pod, cumin seed, and black peppercorns. Let cool slightly for 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Pour liquid over radishes. Cover and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate.

By France Cevallos

Perfect Chicken Brine

Perfect Chicken Brine

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
165 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water, kosher salt, sugar, sage, basil, garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaf to a simmer in a large pot over medium-high heat; cook, stirring occasionally, until salt and sugar dissolve completely, about 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Remove from heat; cover and let steep for 20 to 30 minutes. Set pot in an ice bath and stir occasionally until brine cools to room temperature, 20 to 30 minutes. Refrigerate until fully chilled before using, at least 1 hour.

By Kate

Kashmiri Garam Masala

Kashmiri Garam Masala

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a small skillet over medium heat; add cumin seeds, black peppercorns, cinnamon sticks, cardamom seeds, bay leaves, fennel seeds, cloves, and mace. Dry-roast until fragrant, 6 to 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Cool spice mixture, then add nutmeg. Grind spice mixture in a spice grinder or coffee grinder into a fine powder. Store in an airtight container.

By Richard Willey

Homemade Dill Pickles

Homemade Dill Pickles

3.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
11540 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine water, salt, and garlic in a large saucepan. Add cloves, bay leaves, coriander seeds, and peppercorns. Stir until salt is dissolved. Heat over low heat for just a few minutes to bring water to room temperature. The water should not be warm.
  2. 2 Select a jar or crock large enough to hold the cucumbers, spices, and some brine. Place some dill flowers over the bottom and top with a few cucumbers. Alternate layers of dill and cucumbers, ending with a layer of dill. Pour pickling brine into the crock. Gently tap or shake the crock to eliminate any air bubbles. Place a small ramekin on the pickles to weigh them down and ensure they stay below the surface of the brining liquid. Top with more brine and cover the crock. Reserve any extra brine to use during the fermentation process.
  3. 3 Place the crock where it can ferment at a temperature between 65 and 75 degrees F (18 to 24 degrees C). Let pickles ferment for a week, checking every day to ensure they remain submerged; add more brine if necessary. Small bubbles may appear; this is a normal product of the fermentation process.
  4. 4 After about eight days, you can skim off the foam. Test a pickle for flavor and crunch. You can continue fermenting them for a couple more days or, if you like them at this point, transfer pickles to a large jar. Fill the jar with the brine from the fermentation process. Cover and store finished pickles in the refrigerator.

By John Mitzewich

Turkey Stock

Turkey Stock

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine turkey carcass, onions, carrots, celery, green bell pepper, garlic, chicken bouillon cubes, peppercorns, and bay leaves in a stockpot. Pour in enough water to cover.
  2. 2 Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until flavors blend, about 1 hour. Remove stockpot from heat and let sit for 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Strain the stock through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth into a large bowl; discard solids.

By Julia Monroe

Slow Cooker Bone Broth

Slow Cooker Bone Broth

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
505 min
Total
525 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; spread beef bones out onto the prepared baking sheet.
  2. 2 Roast bones in the preheated oven until browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Place carrots, celery, onion, garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaves into a slow cooker. Place roasted bones over vegetables, then pour in enough cold water to cover bones. Add apple cider vinegar and kosher salt.
  4. 4 Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours. Pour broth through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl and discard any strained solids.

By Allrecipes Member

Incredible Turkey Brine

Incredible Turkey Brine

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir together water, salt, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, thyme, rosemary, peppercorns, allspice berries, and bay leaf in a large pot; bring to a boil. Set aside to cool completely before brining turkey.

By Patrick

Awesome Turkey Giblet Stock

Awesome Turkey Giblet Stock

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
95 min
Total
110 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine water, turkey neck, giblets (excluding liver), onion, celery, carrot, zest, peppercorns, and bay leaf in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, skimming froth occasionally. Add liver and continue cooking at a bare simmer for 30 minutes more.
  2. 2 Strain stock through a fine sieve into a large bowl. Reserve liver for another use. Reserve neck and remaining giblets for gravy. There should be about 3 cups stock. If there is more, return stock to the pan and simmer until reduced to about 3 cups. If there is less, add enough water to measure about 3 cups.

By Stacy M Polcyn

Pickled Garlic and Jalapeño Peppers

Pickled Garlic and Jalapeño Peppers

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
95 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring white vinegar and olive oil to a boil in a large pot over medium heat; add carrots. Reduce heat to low; simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in jalapeños, garlic, peppercorns, coriander, kosher salt, mustard seeds, and thyme; simmer until jalapeños are softened, 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Divide jalapeño mixture between 2 jars, making sure mixture is fully submerged in vinegar mixture. Cool for about 1 hour; cover and refrigerate.

By Kate Przybylo

Smoked Turkey Broth

Smoked Turkey Broth

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
385 min
Total
405 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Brush turkey legs, red onion, Spanish onion, bell pepper, and carrot with olive oil; place into a roasting pan.
  3. 3 Roast in the preheated oven until turkey and vegetables turn brown, about 15 minutes.
  4. 4 Heat 7 quarts water in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add roasted turkey and vegetables, garlic, and peppercorns; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
  5. 5 Place roasting pan over one or two burners on the stovetop (two if it fits); heat until drippings sizzle. Pour 1 cup water into the roasting pan and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off of the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon; pour into stockpot.
  6. 6 Simmer broth 6 hours, periodically skimming and discarding foam that forms on top of broth. Strain broth through a strainer, discarding turkey and vegetables. Cool broth completely. Store in airtight containers; it can be frozen.

By anna32182

Brown Chicken Stock

Brown Chicken Stock

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
180 min
Total
210 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (220 degrees C). Arrange the chicken bones on a baking sheet. Roast for about 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until well browned.
  2. 2 Heat the olive oil in a stock pot over medium heat. Add the onions, celery and carrots; cook and stir until browned. If they scorch, just add a bit of water and scrape up all the bits.
  3. 3 Add the roasted chicken bones to the pot, and fill with enough water to cover the bones by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, and add the garlic, thyme, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 2 hours. Add more water if needed.
  4. 4 Strain out all of the solids from the broth, drain off the fat, and refrigerate. You can also remove the fat after it has chilled. The stock will be thick. Use full strength for soups and gravies, or dilute with water for a milder flavor. I like to use freezer bags for longer storage.

By KATHYTAP11

Spicy Dill Pickles

Spicy Dill Pickles

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
1495 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Inspect 1 quart-sized canning jar for cracks. Immerse in simmering water until brine is ready. Wash a new, unused lid and ring in warm soapy water.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, combine water, vinegar, habanero peppers, garlic, serrano pepper, sugar, salt, peppercorns, pickling spice, and red pepper flakes in a pot; bring to a simmer.
  3. 3 Remove from the heat and let the liquid cool to a warm enough temperature to handle, but not to room temperature, 15 to 20 minutes; you want the heat so it will soak into the veggies.
  4. 4 Place cucumbers and dill into the hot, sterilized jar. Ladle in warm brine until cucumbers are covered and brine is near the top of the jar. Let cool to room temperature, 15 to 20 more minutes. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jar to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rim with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lid and screw ring on tightly.
  5. 5 Refrigerate for 1 to 3 days before eating.

By Stephanie Mayes

Hungarian Pickled Cauliflower

Hungarian Pickled Cauliflower

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Inspect three quart-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water for at least 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, combine vinegar, water, and salt in a pot over medium heat; bring to a simmer.
  3. 3 Pack each sterilized jar with equal amounts of cauliflower, chile peppers, garlic, mustard seed, peppercorns, coriander seeds, dill seeds, allspice berries, red pepper flakes, and bay leaves. Pour vinegar mixture into jars, filling to within 1/2 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Kimberly D B Woodward

Mexican Pickled Jalapenos

Mexican Pickled Jalapenos

4.3

Prep
30 min
Cook
5 min
Total
4355 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Remove the stems from jalapenos and slice into 1/4-inch thick slices. Remove some or all of the seeds, as desired, by rinsing jalapenos several times in a bowl with cold water and swirling until the seeds break off.
  2. 2 Inspect six pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jalapenos are ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  3. 3 Toss jalapenos, onion, and carrots together in a bowl.
  4. 4 Combine vinegar, water, pickling salt, and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir until sugar has dissolved.
  5. 5 Place 1 garlic clove, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1 bay leaf, 1/2 teaspoon crushed peppercorns, and 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds in each jar. Distribute jalapeno mixture among the jars, packing jars tightly without crushing the vegetables.
  6. 6 Pour boiling pickling liquid over the vegetables, leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Remove any air bubbles and add 1/8 teaspoon calcium chloride to each jar.
  7. 7 Wipe jar rims clean and place lids on jars. Put on bands and close tightly.
  8. 8 Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Turn off the heat and remove the lid of the canning pot. Let the jars sit in the hot liquid for 5 minutes, then remove and let them cool for 24 hours. Wait at least 2 days before serving, or up to 1 to 2 weeks.

By Allrecipes Member

Chef John's Bread and Butter Pickles

Chef John's Bread and Butter Pickles

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
140 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine cucumbers, onion, and peppers in a bowl; pour kosher salt over the top and stir to coat completely. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate, stirring occasionally, 2 to 4 hours. Rinse cucumber mixture in a colander under cold water until all salt is washed away, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain.
  2. 2 Stir vinegar, sugar, water, garlic, mustard seed, celery seed, peppercorns, turmeric, and ground cloves together in a saucepan; bring to a simmer and cook until brine flavors combine, about 2 minutes. Add cucumber mixture to brine; heat until almost boiling, remove from heat, and cool completely. Transfer to jars and store in the refrigerator.

By John Mitzewich

Basic Beef Stock

Basic Beef Stock

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
335 min
Total
365 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  2. 2 Trim root end off onion, then slice or quarter onion, peel and all. Place onion and carrots into a large, shallow roasting pan with beef bones.
  3. 3 Roast, uncovered, in the preheated oven, turning bones occasionally, until bones are well browned, about 30 minutes.
  4. 4 Drain off fat. Transfer browned bones, onion, and carrots to a large soup pot or Dutch oven. Pour 1/2 cup water into the roasting pan and rinse; pour this liquid into the soup pot.
  5. 5 Add tomato, potato, celery, parsnip, whole parsley sprigs, salt, thyme, garlic, bay leaf, and peppercorns to the pot. Pour in remaining 12 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 5 hours. Strain stock. Discard meat, vegetables, and seasonings.

By Wolverine

Green Tomato Pickles

Green Tomato Pickles

4.0

Prep
120 min
Cook
50 min
Total
710 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine green tomatoes and onions in a large ceramic bowl or crock; sprinkle with salt. Refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.
  2. 2 Pour cold water over tomatoes and onions; set aside for 1 hour.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, place peppercorns, cloves, allspice berries, mustard seeds, and ground mustard in a small cheesecloth bag.
  4. 4 Inspect 8 pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until pickle mixture is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  5. 5 Drain tomatoes and onions.
  6. 6 Stir vinegar and brown sugar together in a large pot until well combined; add tomatoes, onions, 2 minced red bell peppers, lemon slices, and spice-filled cheesecloth sachet. Bring to a low boil over low heat; simmer for 30 minutes, checking frequently, you may need to pull the pot off the heat occasionally to prevent scorching. Discard spice sachet.
  7. 7 Pack hot pickle mixture into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ½ inch of tops. Arrange thin strips of 1 red bell pepper vertically along sides of jars. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  8. 8 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 15 minutes.
  9. 9 Remove jars from the stockpot and cool completely, several inches apart. Press centers of lids with a finger to ensure lids do not move up or down. Refrigerate any jars that haven't sealed completely. Remove rings for storage and store the sealed jars in a cool, dark place.

By Allrecipes Member

Kokub's Mango Chutney from Pakistan

Kokub's Mango Chutney from Pakistan

4.8

Prep
25 min
Cook
35 min
Total
540 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place mangoes in a large pot. Crush garlic and ginger using a mortar and pestle until a smooth paste forms; stir into mangoes. Stir in sugar; season with salt, cumin seeds, pepper flakes, cloves, cardamom seeds and pods, and cinnamon stick. Stir to blend, cover pot, and let sit at room temperature 8 hours to overnight.
  2. 2 The next day, cook chutney over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it begins to thicken, about 30 minutes. Stir in vinegar and peppercorns; cook 1 minute more. Cool before using.

By Adrienne Belaire

Panang Curry Paste

Panang Curry Paste

5.0

Prep
25 min
Cook
5 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place red chile peppers in a bowl and cover them with warm water. Let sit until rehydrated, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  2. 2 Place green chile peppers, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, mace, and cardamom in a large, dry skillet over medium heat. Toast until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. 3 Transfer red chile peppers and toasted spices to a mortar and pestle. Add shallots, garlic, lemongrass, cilantro root, peppercorns, lime leaves, galangal, shrimp paste, and salt. Pound together into a coarse paste. The past will keep in the refrigerator for several weeks.

By Wiley

Chef John's Béarnaise Sauce

Chef John's Béarnaise Sauce

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place 1 cup of tarragon, shallots, and peppercorns in a saucepan. Pour in white wine vinegar, white wine, and water. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a simmer; stir. Reduce heat to medium-low to maintain a gentle simmer and reduce liquid to about 3 tablespoons, 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from heat. Strain into a bowl through a fine-mesh strainer, pressing tarragon mixture to extract as much liquid as possible.
  2. 2 To make the compound butter: Place 1/4 cup chopped tarragon and capers in a mortar. Mash with a pestle for about 1 minute. Add 1 tablespoon of cold butter. Mash and pound with a pestle until ingredients are thoroughly combined in a solid mass. Transfer to a piece of plastic wrap; wrap and chill.
  3. 3 To make the Béarnaise sauce: Place egg yolks in a stainless steel (flameproof) mixing bowl; add 3 tablespoons tarragon/shallot reduction; whisk together. Add cold butter cubes. Place bowl over low to medium heat whisking constantly until sauce thickens, as you hold the bowl with a kitchen towel. After butter melts continue whisking; mixture will turn a lighter yellow color after 8 to 10 minutes. When mixture is nice and thick, reduce heat to low and stir in compound butter broken into chunks. Continue whisking. Remove from heat. Season with salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.

By John Mitzewich

Lobster Sauce for Mashed Potatoes

Lobster Sauce for Mashed Potatoes

4.8

Prep
25 min
Cook
35 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add lobster, celery, carrots, onion, thyme, peppercorns, bay leaf, parsley, seasoned salt, and lemon juice; cook, stirring constantly, until vegetables softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in flour and tomato paste; cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Add sherry; cook off the alcohol, 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. 2 Add heavy cream; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low; simmer until sauce thickened and coats the back of a spoon, about 15 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh-sieve; discard solids. Season with salt and black pepper.

By JENNYCUP

Peposa Dell'Impruneta (Tuscan Black Pepper Beef)

Peposa Dell'Impruneta (Tuscan Black Pepper Beef)

4.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
210 min
Total
220 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place meat in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle all sides generously with 1 tablespoon kosher salt.
  2. 2 Place chopped garlic and a pinch of salt in a mortar and mash with pestle until pastelike. Add tomato paste; mash until blended. Transfer mixture into bowl with beef and rub onto all sides of meat. Add crushed peppercorns and ground pepper. Distribute evenly over all sides of beef. Transfer to a deep skillet or Dutch oven bone side down. Tuck sage leaves, rosemary, and dry bay leaves between pieces of meat. Carefully add wine along the side of the pan to avoid washing over the top of the meat.
  3. 3 Place pan over high heat and bring to a simmer; reduce heat to low. Cover tightly. Cook until meat is fork tender, turning pieces every 30 minutes or so, about 3 1/2 hours. Transfer pieces of meat to a warm bowl.
  4. 4 Increase heat to high and bring braising liquid to a boil. Simmer until liquid is reduced by about half or until slightly thickened, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove bones from meat.
  5. 5 When sauce is thickened, transfer meat back to skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low and spoon sauce over meat. Cook until until heated through, about 5 minutes.

By John Mitzewich

Brasato al Barolo (Braised Chuck Roast in Red Wine)

Brasato al Barolo (Braised Chuck Roast in Red Wine)

3.3

Prep
45 min
Cook
170 min
Total
935 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chuck roast, onion, carrots, celery, peppercorns, cloves, garlic, cinnamon stick, rosemary, and bay leaves into a stockpot. Pour wine over meat and vegetable mixture to cover entirely. Cover and marinate for 6 hours in the refrigerator. Turn meat in marinade to make sure it is completely covered, then return to the refrigerator and marinate for 6 more hours.
  2. 2 Transfer chuck roast to a plate to rest; pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. Pour marinade through a strainer and into a bowl to separate vegetable mixture from wine, reserving both separately.
  3. 3 Heat olive oil in the stockpot over medium-high heat. Brown chuck roast for 4 to 6 minutes per side. Reduce the heat to medium and add strained vegetable mixture; cook until fragrant, adding more oil as necessary to prevent burning, about 8 minutes.
  4. 4 Pour reserved wine back into the stockpot and add salt. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer without removing the cover for 2 hours. Uncover, stir, and cook until meat easily shreds with a fork, 10 minutes to 1 hour longer. Transfer meat from the cooking liquid to a serving platter and tent with foil to keep warm.
  5. 5 Return cooking liquid to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer until reduced to a sauce consistency, 20 to 30 minutes. Discard cinnamon stick, rosemary, and bay leaves. Season with salt; purée mixture with a handheld immersion blender until smooth. Pour sauce over meat to serve.

By Allrecipes Member

Cotechino con Lenticchie

Cotechino con Lenticchie

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pierce cotechino with a fork in several places. Place cotechino, chopped onion, 1 bay leaf, peppercorns and thyme in a large pot. Cover with water and bring all to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 45 to 50 minutes if using fresh cotechino (for precooked cotechino, simmer for 20 minutes).
  2. 2 Meanwhile, combine lentils, quartered onion, garlic, bay leaf, carrot and salt and pepper in a large pot. Cover with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat to low and let simmer for 40 to 45 minutes or until lentils are soft. Add additional water if necessary.
  3. 3 Remove onion, garlic, bay leaf and carrot; discard. Spoon lentils into a serving dish, drizzle with olive oil and slice rounds of cotechino over the top. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and serve.

By Eileen Mintz

Instant Pot® Vitello Tonnato (Poached Veal with Tonnato Sauce)

Instant Pot® Vitello Tonnato (Poached Veal with Tonnato Sauce)

Prep
40 min
Cook
25 min
Total
195 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine water, vegetable broth, wine, garlic, peppercorns, fennel seeds, coriander seeds, cloves, and bay leaves in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Add a steamer basket. It's okay if the liquid is higher than the bottom of the basket.
  2. 2 Leave veal whole, but trim off any excess fat or skin. Place it into the basket. Add onion and place potatoes on top. Make sure the potatoes aren't touching the liquid.
  3. 3 Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, prepare the sauce. Combine eggs, drained tuna, anchovies, 3 teaspoons capers, and olive oil in a bowl. Mash into a coarse paste with a fork. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  5. 5 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Release any remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Carefully remove the potatoes and onion; set aside.
  6. 6 Remove the veal and allow to cool. Wrap the veal in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  7. 7 Strain and reserve the broth. Add some of the cooled broth to the sauce. Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth and creamy, adding broth little by little as needed. Refrigerate, reserving the broth in case you need it to thin the sauce before serving.
  8. 8 Slice the veal as thinly as possible with a carving knife. Arrange the slices on a plate. Slice the potatoes and onions and arrange them on the plate. Top with tonnato sauce and garnish with remaining capers. Serve cold or at room temperature.

By Buckwheat Queen

Jerk Chicken Alfredo

Jerk Chicken Alfredo

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 To make the marinade: Combine green onions, garlic, vegetable oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, lime zest, pepper flakes, salt, basil, lime juice, allspice berries, peppercorns, mustard, thyme, ginger, coriander, rosemary, and nutmeg in the bowl of a food processor; blend until a paste forms, scraping down the sides as necessary. Transfer marinade to a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken and mix well. Seal the bag; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes, turning chicken in the bag periodically.
  2. 2 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook penne in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  3. 3 Make sauce: Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Add milk and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese and garlic, whisking constantly until cheese is completely melted and sauce is thoroughly combined. Set aside.
  4. 4 Remove chicken from marinade; discard excess marinade. Cook chicken in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 7 to 8 minutes.
  5. 5 Transfer chicken to the saucepan with Alfredo sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly to keep sauce smooth and to incorporate jerk seasoning into Alfredo sauce. Serve over pasta.

By Diana71