Stir the yeast into the warm water in a large bowl & let proof for 10 minutes. Add the rest of the water & the flour 1 c at a time, mixing vigorously after each addition. Continue to mix for about 6 minutes. The mixture will clear the sides of the bowl but remain soft […]

SET A LARGE KETTLE (not made of iron) over moderate heat. Saute the onion, garlic, green pepper and celery in the bacon drippings for 8 to 10 minutes until they are limp and golden. Add the parsley, ham cubes, bay leaf, thyme and cayenne pepper. Saute, stirring often, for 5 to 6 minutes. Add the […]

Makes 4 to 6 Servings Fresh bean sprouts are a must for this recipe from Chinas Hunan province. The canned variety dont have the requisite crispness. Keep a close eye on the toasting sesame seeds so they dont burn. PREHEAT OVEN TO 300F. Toast the sesame seeds by spreading them over the bottom of a […]

Rub chicken with garlic, fine herbs and pepper. Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl. Add chicken, turning to coat well. Cover and marinate in refrigerator 24 hours turning occasionally. Preheat oven to 350. Remove chicken from marinade and place in single layer in large roasting pan. Tent with foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil, […]

If you are using frozen trout, defrost them completely before cooking. Wash fish under cold running water, pat dry inside and out and sprinkle a little salt into the cavities. Spread the 1/2 cup flour over wax paper, roll the fish around in the flour and shake off any excess. In a heavy 10-12″ skillet, […]

In a small saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil with the sugar, lemongrass and ginger. Simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temp. Strain and chill. Freeze in an ice cream maker according to manufacturers directions.

Place all the ingredients except the oil in a blender (with the center of the lid removed) or a food processor fitted with a plastic blade and blend or process for 2 minutes. Pour the oil in a very thin stream through the top or down the feed tube until it has all been incorporated. […]

Combine all ingredients in a processor. Process until finely chopped. Pat into a serving container, then cover til needed.

Rinse lentils & soak for 30 minutes. Heat half oil in skillet. Add peppers & cook for 3 to 5 minutes till golden brown. Drain & cool. Add remaining oil to pan. Cook cumin till they begin to pop. Add onions & chilies & cook for 8 minutes. Stir in ginger & coriander. Drain lentils […]

If you blanch your own almonds, place in oven for a few minutes to dry, then chop them finely. Place in deep bowl. Add sugar. Beat egg whites lightly in another bowl, and add to the almonds. Add farina or bread crumbs and the vanilla, and knead well. Pinch off small pcs. and roll each […]