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Herb Crusted Frenched Rack of Lamb
Looking for a showstopper this holiday? Frenched Rack of Lamb looks super fancy, yet roasts in the oven in just under thirty minutes. Rack of Lamb is expensive…but absolutely worth it! Serve this dish if you are feeding a smaller crowd. A little bit goes a long way and will certainly be an unforgettable holiday…
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Sweet Tomato Braised Brisket
Originally posted on Chowfancy: My challenge this year, of cooking every cut of meat that The Butcher has to offer, has really opened my eyes to how food and certain dishes shape our families. People are drawn to gatherings by special dishes that are prepared, sometimes just for that certain holiday and enjoyed only once…
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Beef Tenderloin with Cabernet-Shitake Gravy
Originally posted on Chowfancy: Are you hoping to prepare a fancy and??delicious holiday dinner? When you are looking to entertain a large group of people and still have time to enjoy your guests…Beef Tenderloin, otherwise know as Filet Mignon Roast, is the way to go. This tender, juicy cut of beef is simple to prepare…
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Grandma’s Apple Raspberry Pie
My Grandmother was known for her beautiful homemade apple pie. The crust was always super flaky and packed chock full of sweet apple filling. “Picture perfect” we would call them:) The recipe I am sharing combines a less sweet, but very flaky dough, with a sweet and tart filling that is par cooked to allow for…
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Poached Pear with Jamon Iberico
Start this Thanksgiving meal off with a gorgeous poached pear! These pears look super fancy, but are so simple to prepare. Finish off this sweet dish with a salty compliment of Jamón Ibérico prosciutto from Spain or Jambon de Bayonne French prosciutto and the family will think they have eaten at the finest of restaurants…
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About thoughtfulness
If you have been following my blog over the past few months, you will have heard me rave about Mimi Thorisson and her beautiful french cookbook. Well, it just so happens that the gentleman who writes the culinary and photography blog named “My French Heaven” is very good friends with Mimi. I love when a…
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Spinach Quiche
This Spinach Torta …fancy name for Spinach Quiche, was a huge hit in our house! We all loved it! I think it would make a beautiful addition to your table this holiday. Prepare it the day ahead, and bake just before serving…Simple and delicious!
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Sweetly Braised Brisket
The recipe for this sweetly braised brisket comes from a customer that I was chatting with at the meat market. I love to listen to the different traditions and methods of preparing certain dishes that each and every family uses.
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Smoked Heritage Ham
For the past several years, a smoked ham has been my go-to dish for Easter Sunday. The fact that it is fully cooked and just needs to be heated through has had a lot to do with it…but also it really is delicious when topped with a sweet glaze and served with yummy side dishes.
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