Most cooks prize fresh, local and homegrown ingredients, such as sweet heirloom tomatoes from the farmers’ market and herbs picked right from your backyard. Why … read more
Monthly Archives: July 2012
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Meet Chef Dan Barber
Chef Dan Barber of Blue Hill is famous for the care he takes in sourcing seasonal, local ingredients for his restaurants, using ingredients from his own … read more
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Pork Chops with Cranberry Beans and Thyme
Pork is the most widely eaten meat in the world. Try to source your meat from a good local supplier — it should be humanely … read more
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Sous Chef Series: Atsushi Takatsuki’s Dulce de Leche Ice Cream
When Atsushi Takatsuki, sous chef at MB Post in Manhattan Beach, California, was choosing what recipe to provide for the latest edition of the Sous Chef Series, … read more
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Do-it-Yourself: Infused Vinegar
Herb- and fruit-infused vinegars are easy (and economical) to make at home, and they add fresh, bold flavors to salad dressings. They also make … read more
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From the Source: Blue Hill Farm
Chef Dan Barber and his brother David spent their childhood summers working on Blue Hill Farm, the 138-acre Great Barrington, Massachusetts property acquired by their … read more
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Grilled Squash and Orzo Salad with Pine Nuts and Mint
We love mixing baby squashes and larger squashes in this hearty salad; they make a beautiful presentation on a bed of orzo pasta. Use … read more
