THIS RECIPE IS TRUE TO ITS TITLE with a shepherd’s requisite lamb. But in place of more common versions that rely on ground meat, this calls for tender stewed shanks. For best results, make the stew a day in advance and the topping the day you plan to serve the pie. Makes one (9 x […]
Winter Couscous with Curry-Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas
November 11, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Winter Couscous with Curry-Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas from Foster’s Market on Vimeo. DURING FOSTER’S FIRST DAYS, WE HAD A SALAD MAKER from Lebanon named Dunia, who made couscous countless ways. Rather than cooking the couscous, she poured in very hot tap water and let it sit, covered, until all of the water was absorbed. It […]
Kale Salad with Tangerines, Avocado and Crispy Country Ham
October 12, 2015 by Leave a Comment
WHENEVER I ASK PETER TO MAKE SALAD DRESSING, he reaches for a coffee mug instead of a bowl or jar, as I would do. He uses very little oil and whatever mustard he happens to pull from the refrigerator door: Dijon, yellow, honey or whole grain. His concoction is never quite the same, but it’s […]
Grilled Peach Salad with Shaved Country Ham and Summer Herbs
August 11, 2015 by 2 Comments
Salted watermelon, cornbread, and molasses. You don’t have to look far to see how much Southerners like to mix their sweet with their salty. This summery salad, featuring balsamic-glazed grilled peaches and shaved country ham tossed with fresh herbs and creamy goat cheese, is an elegant tribute to this unendingly popular flavor combination. For real […]
Grilled Buffalo Chicken Strips
May 22, 2014 by Leave a Comment
I believe the real reason people love Buffalo wings is not for the wings at all, but for the combination of the spicy sauce and the blue cheese. This version, made with chicken breasts cut into thin strips, give you all the good stuff without the hassle of eating the meat off those tiny little […]
Espresso Shortbread Cookies
December 20, 2013 by Leave a Comment
1 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp. sea salt 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup chocolate-covered espresso beans, chopped 1 Tbsp. finely ground espresso beans Wax paper 1/2 cup Demerara or turbinado sugar, divided 1. Beat first 3 ingredients at medium speed with a heavy-duty electric stand mixer 2 to 3 minutes or […]
Cheesy Grits Soufflé
December 20, 2013 by Leave a Comment
4 tsp. kosher salt, divided 2 cups uncooked regular yellow grits 3 cups milk 1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears) 6 large eggs, lightly beaten 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 6 Tbsp. butter 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced 1 Tbsp. sugar 1 tsp. hot sauce 1/2 tsp. freshly ground […]
Beet-and-Citrus Salad
December 20, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Play with different citrus here, such as tangelos, blood oranges, or clementines.
Chicks in a Blanket
December 20, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Dough-wrapped chicken-apple sausages are best fresh from the oven, so bake one batch at a time and serve warm.
Bloody Mary Bar
December 20, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Stir together 8 cups tomato juice, 2 cups vodka, 1/3 cup prepared horseradish, 1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce, 3/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 6 limes), 1 Tbsp. hot sauce, 2 tsp. sea salt, and 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper. Serve over ice with assorted vegetables. Makes about 3 qt. Hands-on 10 min., Total 10 min.