Island Pork Tenderloin

Active Time: 20 minutes; Total time: 50 minutes FOR PORK: 2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cinnamon 2 pork tenderloins (2 1/4-2 1/2 lbs total), trimmed 2 Tbsp olive oil FOR GLAZE: 1 C packed dark brown sugar 2 Tbsp finely chopped […]

Pork Chops with Mustard Crumbs

Total Time 25 min Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/3 cups coarse rye bread crumbs (2 to 3 slices) (or panko) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage or 1/2 teaspoon dried 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 4 (3/4- to 1-inch-thick) rib pork chops (2 lb total) 2 tablespoons […]

Roasted Asparagus with Shallots and Sesame Seeds

Ingredients 2 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons minced shallot (saute first) 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted lightly fresh lemon juice to taste Preparation In a large shallow baking dish toss the asparagus with the oil, coating it well, and bake it in a preheated 500°F. oven, shaking the dish […]

Sauteed Cabbage with Bacon and Cream

1/4 pound bacon (4 slices, cut crosswise into 1/2″ wide pieces) 1 small head cabbage (2 lbs), cored and very thinly sliced sliced 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup heavy cream black pepper Cook bacon in a deep 12 inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat, stirring, until golden, 3-4 minutes.  Add cabbage and salt and […]

Scalloped Onions, Leeks and Shallots

Ingredients 3 pounds onions, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices the white and pale green parts of 2 pounds (about 6) leeks, split lengthwise, washed well, and chopped 1/2 pound shallots, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter 1/4 cup heavy cream 1 cup coarse fresh bread crumbs 1 cup grated extra-sharp Cheddar (about […]

Spaghetti Squash with Moroccan Spices

Ingredients 1 (3 1/2- to 4-pound) spaghetti squash 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into pieces 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/8 teaspoon cayenne 3/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro Preparation Pierce squash (about an inch deep) all over with a small sharp knife to […]

Cranberry Coffee Cake

Ingredients 2 cups fresh or thawed frozen cranberries (8 oz) 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup whole milk Garnish: confectioners sugar Special equipment: Special equipment: a 9- by 5- by […]

Cream Cheese Ice Cream

Note:  optional add in: 4 crushed up graham crackers, chocolate or plain.  Would be good with raspberry sauce or ribbon as well. Ingredients 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1 cup milk 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 3/4 cup sugar 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup heavy cream Special equipment: an ice cream maker Preparation Blend cream […]

Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients 1 3/4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/4 sticks unsalted butter, softened 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1/2 teaspoon vanilla Preparation Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease baking sheets. Stir together oats, flour, […]