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Creamy Vinaigrette

Creamy Vinaigrette

4.2

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Measure vinegar (or lemon juice) and mustard (or mayonnaise) into a 2-cup measuring cup. With a small whisk, mix in garlic, a big pinch of salt, and a few grinds of pepper. Measure oil in another cup. Slowly whisk oil into mixture, first in droplets, then in a slow, steady stream to make an emulsified vinaigrette.

By USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Spinach Salad with Curry Vinaigrette

Spinach Salad with Curry Vinaigrette

4.4

Prep
45 min
Cook
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Trim the rind from the bacon and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until brown and crispy. Cover and reduce heat to lowest setting to keep bacon warm.
  2. 2 In a small, dry skillet, toast curry powder over medium heat, stirring often, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat.
  3. 3 In a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar and mustard. Add oil in a thin stream, whisking constantly, until the oil is completely incorporated. Add curry powder and whisk until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  4. 4 In a large bowl, toss together the bacon, spinach, mushrooms and vinaigrette until evenly coated. Adjust salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.

By JENNIFERT

Best Tuna Pasta Salad

Best Tuna Pasta Salad

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until almost tender, about 10 minutes. Add peas and continue cooking for 2 minutes. Drain pasta and peas and chill quickly by rinsing with cold water.
  3. 3 Transfer pasta and peas to a large bowl. Mix in tuna, celery, green onion, dill, and carrot until well blended.
  4. 4 Mix mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl; blend into tuna pasta mixture until well combined.

By Beth Urban

Southern Dill Potato Salad

Southern Dill Potato Salad

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place potatoes in a large pot, cover them with water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until the potatoes are cooked through but still firm, about 20 minutes. Remove from the water, let cool, and cut potatoes into chunks. Set aside.
  2. 2 Stir sour cream, mayonnaise, onion, celery, vinegar, mustard, celery salt, and salt and pepper together in a bowl until well combined.
  3. 3 Place potatoes and eggs in a large salad bowl; sprinkle with dried dill. Pour dressing over potatoes and eggs; mix lightly.
  4. 4 Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes. Serve cold.

By NE1canCook

Home-Opener Pasta Salad Dressing

Home-Opener Pasta Salad Dressing

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk salad dressing, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, sugar, black pepper, salt, basil, oregano, thyme, and parsley together in a bowl until smooth; stir in pickle juice to thin until reaches desired consistency.

By clarkie24

Quinoa Veggie Salad with Zesty Vinaigrette

Quinoa Veggie Salad with Zesty Vinaigrette

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer cooked quinoa to a large bowl and refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour.
  2. 2 Blend vinegar, Dijon, salt, pepper, and lemon juice in a blender. Slowly pour in oil, with the blender running, until dressing is smooth and thick.
  3. 3 Remove quinoa from the refrigerator. Add cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, bell pepper, and onion. Pour dressing over top and gently mix until evenly combined.

By Randy Finger

Shrimp Pasta Salad with Fresh Dill

Shrimp Pasta Salad with Fresh Dill

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
140 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water to cool.
  2. 2 Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, mustard, dill, and black pepper in a serving bowl. Gently stir in cooled pasta, shrimp, celery, cucumber, tomatoes, and shallots. Mix in salt to taste and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

By Krazykhat

Perfect Potato Salad

Perfect Potato Salad

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
210 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place potatoes in a pot with ¼ cup salt; cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until tender, about 40 minutes (depending on potato size). Transfer potatoes to a plate; cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Peel and discard potato skins; cut into larger-than-bite-sized pieces, they will break down slightly when tossed with dressing. Transfer potatoes to a large bowl; fold in eggs, celery, onion, and parsley. Set aside.
  3. 3 Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl; fold into potato mixture until well combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate until chilled, 2 to 3 hours.
  4. 4 Taste for seasonings and texture; add salt and mayonnaise as desired. Garnish with chives and paprika before serving.

By John Mitzewich

Chef John's Classic Macaroni Salad

Chef John's Classic Macaroni Salad

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
300 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk 1 cup mayonnaise, vinegar, Dijon, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl until dressing is well blended; whisk in sugar.
  2. 2 Stir celery, bell pepper, carrot, green onions, jalapeño pepper, and poblano pepper into dressing. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate until macaroni is ready.
  3. 3 Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain in a colander for about 5 minutes, shaking out the moisture from time to time, but do not rinse.
  4. 4 Transfer macaroni to a large bowl; toss to separate. Cool to room temperature, 10 to 15 minutes. Macaroni should be sticky.
  5. 5 Add celery mixture to macaroni; stir until evenly distributed. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate until macaroni absorbs dressing, 4 hours to overnight.
  6. 6 Stir salad; stir water and remaining 1 tablespoon mayonnaise into salad to refresh before serving.

By John Mitzewich

Dijon Pan Sauce

Dijon Pan Sauce

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat pan drippings (fond) in their skillet or roasting pan over high heat. Stir mustard into the skillet.
  2. 2 Pour chicken stock into the skillet and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off of the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Cook at a boil until sauce has a creamy consistency, 2 to 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Remove the skillet from heat. Whisk cold butter into sauce until butter is melted and sauce is shiny.

By John Mitzewich

Pear Vinaigrette

Pear Vinaigrette

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Blend the pear, white wine, garlic, Dijon mustard, white balsamic vinegar, black pepper, and sea salt in a blender until well combined; drizzle the olive oil into the mixture in a thin, steady stream while continuing to blend. Blend a few seconds longer until the salad dressing is thick and creamy.

By Jill Tall

Blender Hollandaise Sauce

Blender Hollandaise Sauce

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Combine egg yolks, lemon juice, mustard, and hot pepper sauce in the container of a blender; cover and blend for about 5 seconds.
  3. 3 Place butter in a glass measuring cup. Heat butter in the microwave for about 1 minute, or until hot and completely melted.
  4. 4 Turn the blender on; pour melted butter in a slow, steady stream until sauce is thick and smooth, about 15 to 30 seconds.
  5. 5 Serve and enjoy!

By chellebelle

The Best Lemon Vinaigrette

The Best Lemon Vinaigrette

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Whisk red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl.
  3. 3 Slowly stream olive oil into vinegar mixture, whisking continuously, until well combined.
  4. 4 Add lemon juice and whisk to combine.
  5. 5 Pour vinaigrette into a screw-top jar or bottle; seal. Shake before serving.

By lukeder101

Steelhead Trout Bake with Dijon Mustard

Steelhead Trout Bake with Dijon Mustard

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Arrange trout fillets in the baking dish. Mix white wine, Dijon mustard, garlic, lemon juice, dill, and lemon-pepper seasoning in a bowl; spread over the fillets, letting some run underneath the fish.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until the fish is opaque and flakes easily, 10 to 15 minutes.

By Nora

French Bistro Salad

French Bistro Salad

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk together white wine vinegar and mustard in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking. Mix in garlic, salt, and pepper. Chill vinaigrette in the refrigerator until ready to toss with the salad greens.
  2. 2 Wash and thoroughly dry mixed salad greens. Place in a large, chilled salad bowl.
  3. 3 Stir dressing, and drizzle some of it on the greens and toss. Add enough dressing to coat the leaves, but not puddle in the bottom of the bowl.
  4. 4 Sprinkle fresh parsley, chives, and tarragon over the salad and serve immediately.

By Bibi

Holiday Roast Turkey Cordon Bleu

Holiday Roast Turkey Cordon Bleu

4.5

Prep
30 min
Cook
90 min
Total
135 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking dish with vegetable oil.
  2. 2 Place turkey breast, skin-side down, on a work surface. Open it up and trim off any connective tissue. Cut at an angle along the natural seam of the turkey and butterfly it open so it's all about the same thickness; don't cut all the way through.
  3. 3 Season turkey breast with 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, and cayenne. Spread Dijon over the surface and then spread pesto over that. Scatter dried cranberries over top, then layer with ham and provolone cheese.
  4. 4 Roll turkey breast from one side to the other to enclose the filling, and flip so the skin is facing up. Tie around the center with a kitchen string to secure. Repeat ties at 1-inch intervals along the length of the roast all the way to each end. Transfer to the prepared baking dish. Season the top and sides with remaining salt and pepper.
  5. 5 Roast in the center of the preheated oven until internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F (65 degrees C), 1 ½ to 2 hours.
  6. 6 Remove from the oven and let rest for at least 15 to 20 minutes. Cut off strings and slice.

By John Mitzewich

Chicken Normandy (Escalope de Poulet a la Normande)

Chicken Normandy (Escalope de Poulet a la Normande)

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet.
  2. 2 Add drained mushrooms to the juices in the skillet and cook until they start to pop, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Whisk together cream, egg yolk, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl; pour into the skillet with the mushrooms. Return chicken breasts to the skillet and simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent the egg yolk from setting, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken breast should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  4. 4 Serve with cooked white rice.

By CeliaBC

Chef John's Tomato Tart

Chef John's Tomato Tart

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
35 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place 2 pieces of puff pastry onto a silicone-lined baking sheet. Press the short seam of 1 piece onto the other to form the rectangular base of the tart. Cut seams off the other 2 pieces of puff pastry and press them into the edges of the base to act as the border.
  3. 3 Freeze dough until firm, about 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Score border with a knife, making shallow cuts 1/4-inch apart. Press the bottom of a fork onto the seam in the middle and poke holes all over the base.
  5. 5 Bake tart shell until lightly golden and partially puffed, about 10 minutes. Press down on the base using the bottom of a fork. Avoid pressing the border. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  6. 6 Spread mustard over the inside of the tart. Arrange tomato slices into a single layer on top and cut a few slices in half to fill in the gaps. Season with salt and pepper. Generously sprinkle herbes de Provence on top. Add Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and drizzle most of the olive oil on top.
  7. 7 Bake in the preheated oven until pastry is well browned and crispy, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool to room temperature on the baking sheet or transfer to a wire rack using 2 spatulas. Drizzle remaining olive oil over the tart and sprinkle fresh oregano, parsley, and thyme on top.

By John Mitzewich

Ham and Cheese Savory Crêpes

Ham and Cheese Savory Crêpes

5.0

Prep
25 min
Cook
30 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Add flour, milk, eggs, and melted butter to a blender and process until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Set batter aside for at least 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Heat 1 teaspoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onions, stirring occasionally, until they start to turn golden brown, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  3. 3 Coat a crêpe pan or nonstick skillet over medium heat with about 1 teaspoon of the melted butter. Ladle about 1/4 cup batter into the pan, swirling the pan to thinly coat the entire bottom. Cook until small brown spots appear on the bottom of the crêpe, about 2 minutes.
  4. 4 Loosen crêpe carefully from the pan using a spatula and gently flip to brown the other side, 1 to 2 minutes more. Slide crêpe onto a plate. Repeat with remaining batter, buttering the pan as needed and stacking crêpes between pieces of parchment or waxed paper.
  5. 5 Assemble crêpes one at a time in the still-warm pan; spread mustard over one half, top with 1 slice of ham, along with some of the sautéed onion and Gruyère cheese. Fold the crêpe over the filling, pressing gently, and heat briefly just until the cheese begins to melt. Fold in half again so each finished crêpe is about one-quarter the size of the original.

By lutzflcat

Roasted Cod Nicoise

Roasted Cod Nicoise

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line an extra-large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Coat parchment with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Toss potatoes in a bowl with 1 1/2 tablespoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Toss green beans in bowl with remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil, mustard, remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt, and pepper. Push potatoes to one side of the baking sheet. Lay beans and fish separately on the other side. Spread 3/4 tablespoon tapenade on each fillet.
  4. 4 Bake until cod is no longer translucent and flakes easily with a fork, 12 to 15 minutes. If vegetables need more time, transfer cod to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm. Roast vegetables 5 to 10 minutes more.
  5. 5 Serve with lemon wedges, tomatoes, and parsley.

By Ellie Krieger

Croque Madame

Croque Madame

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  2. 2 Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour and stir until slightly brown, about 3 minutes. Whisk in milk; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Once boiling, reduce heat immediately and simmer for 5 minutes. Add 1/2 of the Gruyère cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; heat until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  3. 3 Spread about 1 teaspoon butter on 2 pieces of bread. Spread 1 tablespoon cheese sauce on top and layer each with a ham slice. Spread 1 teaspoon butter on the remaining 2 pieces of bread, then spread Dijon mustard on top and sprinkle with remaining Gruyère. Transfer all 4 pieces to a baking sheet.
  4. 4 Broil in the preheated oven until cheese is almost melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the oven, place toast slices together to make 2 sandwiches and pour remaining cheese sauce on top of each sandwich. Return to the broiler until sauce starts to brown, about 2 minutes.
  5. 5 While the sandwiches are broiling, heat remaining butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Crack 2 eggs into the skillet, keeping them completely separate from one another. Season with salt and pepper. Add water, cover, and baste until whites are set but yolks are still runny, about 2 minutes.
  6. 6 Top each sandwich with an egg and sprinkle with dill, if using. Serve immediately.

By C R Henning

Salade Lyonnaise

Salade Lyonnaise

4.5

Prep
35 min
Cook
15 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, fill a large saucepan with 2 to 3 inches of water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, pour in the vinegar, and keep the water at a gentle simmer. Crack an egg into a small bowl, then gently slip the egg into the simmering water, holding the bowl just above the surface of the water. Repeat with the remaining eggs. Poach the eggs until the whites are firm and the yolks have thickened but are not hard, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Remove the eggs from the water with a slotted spoon, dab on a kitchen towel to remove excess water, then place onto a warm plate.
  3. 3 Divide the romaine lettuce evenly over four plates, and sprinkle with garlic. Top each salad with tomatoes, onion, bacon, and a poached egg.
  4. 4 Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, herbes de Provence, and salt and pepper in a bowl. Spoon the dressing over the salad, or serve on the side.

By Snackybits

Croque Madame on Brioche

Croque Madame on Brioche

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in milk and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Season with Dijon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook until sauce coats the back of a spoon, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove sauce from the heat.
  2. 2 Fill a large saucepan with 2 to 3 inches of water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, pour in vinegar, and keep the water at a gentle simmer. Crack an egg into a small bowl then gently slip egg into the simmering water, holding the bowl just above the surface of water. Repeat with the remaining egg. Cook eggs until the whites are firm and the yolks have thickened but are not hard, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Remove the eggs from the water with a slotted spoon, dab on a kitchen towel to remove excess water, and place onto a warm plate.
  3. 3 Melt remaining butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add bread and toast in melted butter on both sides. Top bread slices liberally with warm sauce, then top with ham and Gruyere cheese. Place poached eggs on top.
  4. 4 Cover the pan with foil or a lid and turn off heat. Let stand until cheese has melted and sauce and eggs have set, about 5 minutes.
  5. 5 Serve immediately, spooning any leftover sauce on top of eggs. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with chives and paprika.

By Babel Phaedrus

Cheesy Bay Scallop Puff Pastry Shells

Cheesy Bay Scallop Puff Pastry Shells

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 380 degrees F (193 degrees C). Place pastry shells on a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallops; sauté until browned on both sides, 3 to 5 minutes. Do not overcook. Transfer scallops to a plate; set aside.
  4. 4 Reduce heat to medium; melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in the skillet. Add mushrooms and shallots; cook until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
  5. 5 Whisk half-and-half and flour together in a bowl; add to the skillet, whisking until smooth and thick, about 5 minutes. Whisk in wine, sherry, lemon juice, and Dijon; stir in Parmesan cheese, tarragon, and black pepper. Return scallops to the skillet; stir until just heated through, 1 to 3 minutes.
  6. 6 Slice tops off pastry shells; fill with scallops mixture.

By lutzflcat

French Café Summer Salad

French Café Summer Salad

4.2

Prep
30 min
Cook
25 min
Total
115 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place potatoes into a large pot with enough lightly salted water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until tender yet still firm, about 20 minutes. Drain, cool, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2 Whisk olive oil, Dijon mustard, and garlic together in a large salad bowl until well combined. Add cooled potatoes, cabbage, red onion, bell peppers, cucumber, kidney beans, and corn; mix with your hands until vegetables are well coated. Gently stir in Romano cheese; season with salt and black pepper.
  3. 3 Chill salad in the refrigerator before serving, about 1 hour.

By Kimberly West

Poulet de Provençal

Poulet de Provençal

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil and butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Mix 2 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and garlic in a bowl. Stir chicken breast halves into mixture to coat. Transfer chicken with marinade into the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink inside, 5 to 8 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a platter and keep warm.
  2. 2 Pour 1/3 cup chicken stock into skillet and stir to dissolve browned bits of food from the skillet. Cook and stir shallot and mushrooms until mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/3 cup chicken stock, herbes de Provence, and 1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are deep brown in color, about 2 minutes.
  3. 3 Return chicken breasts to pan and top each with 1/2 slice of provolone cheese. Cover skillet and let cheese melt; serve with mushrooms.

By beutifldrmer

Salmon en Croûte

Salmon en Croûte

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and 1 teaspoon garlic; cook and stir until mushrooms are soft, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Transfer onion and mushroom mixture to a small bowl.
  3. 3 Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the same skillet. Add remaining 1 teaspoon garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add spinach; cook and stir until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Transfer to another bowl.
  4. 4 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a glass baking dish with parchment paper.
  5. 5 Dust work surface with flour. Lay 1 puff pastry sheet out on work surface; spread onion and mushroom mixture evenly across pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Center salmon on top; sprinkle paprika over salmon and top with wilted spinach.
  6. 6 Cover with second puff pastry sheet. Fold over and crimp edges to seal. Brush top with beaten egg. Transfer to prepared baking dish.
  7. 7 Bake in the preheated oven until pastry is golden, 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool briefly, then slice into 4 portions.
  8. 8 To make the sauce: Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and dill together in a small bowl.
  9. 9 Spoon sauce onto 4 plates and place a piece of salmon en croûte on each.

By Salvatore A Lenzo

Salmon Salad Niçoise

Salmon Salad Niçoise

5.0

Prep
40 min
Cook
20 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 To make the vinaigrette: Combine sherry vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a small bowl; stir briskly. Whisk in olive oil, 1 tablespoon at a time, until well combined. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  2. 2 Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes. Add green beans and boil until beans are bright-green and tender crisp, 5 to 8 minutes.
  3. 3 Sieve out green beans and place in an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and place in a large bowl.
  4. 4 Drain potatoes, cool slightly, slice in half, and add to the bowl with the green beans. Add bell pepper and drizzle vinaigrette on top; toss until vegetables are well coated.
  5. 5 Line a serving plate with lettuce leaves and arrange prepared potatoes, green beans, and pepper strips on top. Evenly place olive halves around the salad.
  6. 6 Lightly toss sliced cherry tomatoes with olive oil and salt; arrange around the plate. Place salmon on top of salad. Slice egg in half, and place one half of the egg on each side of the plate. Serve.

By Bibi

Duck Rillettes

Duck Rillettes

5.0

Prep
60 min
Cook
305 min
Total
2585 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line a 9x13-baking dish with two pieces of aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Make the spice rub: Stir kosher salt, pepper, and thyme together in a small bowl. Make the seasoning mix: Mix garlic, thyme sprigs, garlic, ginger, and bay leaves together in another bowl.
  3. 3 Season duck all over, both inside and out, with about 2/3 of the spice rub. Fill the cavity with all of the seasoning mix. Place duck, breast-side up, into the prepared baking dish and season with remaining spice rub. Wrap duck tightly in aluminum foil.
  4. 4 Roast in the preheated oven until meat pulls away from the bones, 5 to 6 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Cool duck with its accumulated juices, wrapped in aluminum foil, to room temperature, about 1 hour. Chill in the refrigerator for 12 hours.
  5. 5 Pick meat from the bones and place into a bowl.
  6. 6 Spoon all accumulated juices in the foil into a saucepan and set over medium-high heat. Cook until hot throughout, about 5 minutes. Strain juices through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl. Let fat and stock separate, then transfer fat from the top to another bowl.
  7. 7 Mash duck meat, 3 tablespoons duck fat, 2 tablespoons duck stock, butter, brandy, parsley, chives, Dijon mustard, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl with a wooden spoon. Transfer to to a sealable container, press down, and drizzle a little duck fat over the top. Sprinkle thyme leaves, more black pepper, and orange zest over the top. Seal the container and refrigerate for the flavors to blend, 1 to 3 days.

By John Mitzewich