Category Archives: Recipes

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Recipe: Twice-Baked Potato Casserole

Posted on June 25, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

The old reliable twice-baked potato, but moved to a baking dish so you can easily serve a crowd. It will hold its heat for quite a while at grillside or on a picnic table, due to its density. From Market … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Steak with Green Chimichurri Sauce

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

John Winnek shared this refreshing Argentine steak condiment in our Market Bistro grilling class. You can use some as a marinade, but be sure to save plenty to serve on the plate with the meat. It’s great for sopping up … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

You can make caramelized Brussels sprouts on an unused corner of the grill in a cast iron pan, if you like. Another of Market Bistro Chef John Winnek’s grill accompaniments. Serves 4-6. Ingredients: 4 oz bacon, cut into small pieces 1/2 … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Sweet Corn Souffle

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

From Market Bistro Chef John Winnek. It’s more like a fluffy corn pudding or spoon bread than a true corn souffle, but its non-fussy nature makes this a perfect side dish for a cookout. Serves 8. Ingredients: 1 c polenta/corn … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Three-Way Strawberry Shortcake

Posted on June 9, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

I whipped up this three-way strawberry shortcake recipe for a promotion sponsored by Driscoll’s. It features home-made buttermilk biscuits and three different preparations of strawberries: quick-pickled, macerated and fresh. 12 servings. Ingredients: For the biscuits: 2 c unbleached all purpose … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Spiedie Marinade for Spiedies

Posted on May 27, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

This is the spiedie marinade I used for my spiedies taste test, corrected to include paprika like the winner. It produces moist, tender grilled meats whether you use lamb (the classic), pork, chicken or beef. Makes enough to marinate 1 … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Chinese Buffet Green Beans

Posted on May 13, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

If you’re cooking up some General Tso’s Garlic Shrimp you might want a vegetable to make it a complete meal. Chinese Buffet Green Beans are quick and easy. Serves 4-6. Ingredients: Peanut oil Garlic, 3 cloves or more, sliced thin Ginger, … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Buttermilk Onion Rings

Posted on May 10, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

Buttermilk onion rings are sweet and delicious when made with giant Vidalia or Texas 1015 onions. Buttermilk is used as the batter component instead of eggs, so you need really thick buttermilk.  Serves 4. Ingredients: 1 large Vidalia or other … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Pickled Tripe

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

Apparently in Pennsylvania’s Dutch/Amish country you can buy pickled tripe right off the grocer’s shelf. What bliss. Luckily it’s very easy to make at home. About 1 pint (serves 8-12 as part of an assortment of pickled items). Ingredients: 1 … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Pickled Ramps

Posted on April 29, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

Ramps are a wild leek that’s plentiful in marshy areas and farmers markets in early spring, where I live in upstate New York. They’re small and delicate so I use the green parts as well as the bulbs for pickled … Continue reading →

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