Risotto Milanese
Serves 4. Active preparation time 30-45 minutes. Ingredients: 1 qt. unsalted chicken stock 2 tbsps. unsalted butter 2 tbsps. extra virgin olive oil 1 cup Arborio Rice 3 pinches saffron threads 2...
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(Serves four. Active Preparation time 50 to 60 minutes) Ingredients: 8 cups of Unsalted Chicken Stock 1 pinch of Saffron threads, about 1/8 tsp. 3 tbsps. Extra Virgin Olive Oil 3 tbsps. plus 2 tbsps....
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We were a week into the New Year and attempting to break out of the holiday season food-induced coma of the prior six week period. That coupled with the need for me to fit into my tux and my wife into...
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The secret to great paella is to be vigilant during the cooking process, constantly turning the mixture as ingredients are added, while simmering on low heat. The rice should be moist, sticky and...
View ArticlePan-Seared U-10 Scallops with Andouille Sausage, Spinach & Risotto
(Cooking time – 45 minutes, serves 5 or 6) Friends came to visit a few days ago and informed us that one of them is allergic to garlic. This presented The Literate Chef with a challenge, as garlic is a...
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