Such a simple recipe, but the turkey turned out moist and juicy. I did add sliced up lemon to the onion and herbs I stuffed in the cavity. I also made sure to check the temperature of thighs (165 degrees) as well as the breast. Simple Roasted Turkey INGREDIENTS: 1 14-16 pound organic turkey 1 [...]
Archive for December, 2010
Thanksgiving Gravy
December 26th, 2010
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I’m not big on gravy, but this was really good. I think the addition of wine made the difference. I also skipped the heart and gizzard because no one else wanted that in the gravy, but I think that would have made it even better. Thanksgiving Gravy INGREDIENTS: Flour Rendered turkey fat from the roasting [...]
Easy Turkey Stock
December 26th, 2010
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I love making stock. Why? It’s the smell (as Agent Smith would say). I love the way it fills the whole house. I ended up simmering it about 15 hours total. I also let it simmer with the aromatic vegetables for the last 3 of the hours. Easy Turkey Stock INGREDIENTS: 2 large turkey drumsticks [...]
Flatiron Steak with Herb Butter
December 21st, 2010
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When you think of all the different ways you can prepare a steak, sometimes the simplest are the best. This simple recipe has got to be my favorite. It takes very little time and the flavors are spectacular. The one thing you really need to do though, is learn to test the doneness of your [...]
Filets De Poisson Bercy Aux Champignons
December 19th, 2010
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For our monthly Advanced Wine Class, I made this fish dish from Julia Child’s Mastering the Art of French Cooking. I thought it would go well with the wine theme, which was Wines of Champagne. Just a warning. This dish is rich. On the other hand, if you are someone who doesn’t really like fish, [...]
Wines of Champagne
December 19th, 2010
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Wines of Champagne Farpointe Cellar Tasted Sunday, December 19, 2010 FLIGHT 1 NV André Clouet Champagne Cuvée 1911 (95/96/97) – France, Champagne, Bouzy, Champagne Lots of stone and chalky lemon on the nose. There’s some yeasty apple in the middle, and a good dose of spice at the end. The lemon and stone are dominate [...]
Wine and Cheese Pairing
December 18th, 2010
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Wine and Cheese Pairing Farpointe Cellar Tasted Saturday, December 18, 2010 FLIGHT 1 2007 Tudal Family Cabernet Sauvignon – USA, California, Napa Valley Very earthy and spicy on the nose, the plum and black currant play a secondary roll. The vegetables at the end add a nice touch. Rich on the palate, I really enjoyed [...]
Roast Duck with Tamari Honey Glaze
December 13th, 2010
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I don’t get to eat roasted duck as much as I like, but every year on the day after Thanksgiving, a group of us get together for a feast of chinese BBQ. I decided it was about time to cook this myself. As a side note, make sure you save the fat drippings. That stuff [...]
Champagne and Cabernet
December 11th, 2010
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Champagne and Cabernet Farpointe Cellar Tasted Saturday, December 11, 2010 FLIGHT 1 NV René Geoffroy Champagne Brut 1er Cru – France, Champagne A great nose of freshly activated yeast mixed with fresh whipping cream. The apple and pear aromas gave it a nice finish. Crisp and lively on the palate, the fresh baked bread flavor [...]
Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Red Pepper Vinaigrette
December 5th, 2010
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I made Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Red Pepper Vinaigrette INGREDIENTS: 4 large sweet potatoes 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar 1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and quartered 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 tablespoon grated orange zest (optional) 1/2 [...]
