Chef’s Notes I love this recipe because when I was a kid, my mom made country potatoes. I remember there was a magic well in the middle of the potatoes, filled with milk and butter – it was the food of the gods! Later I added the smoked pork knuckle to enhance the dish, but […]
With the seemingly endless supply of convenient chicken recipes for weeknights, it can be easy to forget that chicken was once considered a delicacy. Flipping through my copy of “Escoffier’s Cookbook”, I was struck by the opulence attached to the bird. It has starred in dozens of recipes, wrapped in puff pastry, dipped in cream, […]
With St. Patrick’s Day next week, I wanted to share my take on classic corned beef. I’ve always loved St. Patrick’s Day. It feels like the start of spring, and I think we’re all ready for this new season to arrive. I dream of four leaf clovers and leprechauns (as a kid I built a […]
Adam Romo’s Braised Beef Arepas By Adam Romo The Cracker Box Friday, March 4, 2022 I love this dish and have brought it to the breakfast scene time and time again for its versatility and ease of production. It can be filled with cheese or made into a sandwich-style dish. In this app, we’re going […]
Cincinnati Beer Braised Brats 1/2 stick of butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 large onions, sliced 2 green peppers, julienned 2 lbs bratwurst sausages (uncooked or pre-cooked) 2 12 oz beers (we used the Rhinegeist IPA, but the lager and beers are wonderful) Salt and pepper to taste Hot dog buns or hoagie rolls, toasted […]
A friend of mine decided she was going to walk outside every day, no matter what the weather was like, as a way to beat the winter blues. I was so inspired by his idea that I decided to try it too. I have an additional motive: our Labrador pup turns out to be a […]
Chef’s Notes It’s a dish I learned to make in the fancy kitchens I grew up in, but it’s so easy to replicate at home. It’s like a fancy take on beef stew: just as comforting but with a tangy twist that makes it perfect for a family Sunday dinner or for entertaining very important […]
A recent blind tasting proved a point to my partner. With two open bottles of red wine on the kitchen counter, I convinced him that I needed to open a third. The other two just weren’t good. Luckily, a family member received one with the caveat that she didn’t particularly care and didn’t know why […]
“By the time we’re done here,” says chef Edward Lee, “it’s all going to mix and mingle and become a beautiful dish.” The trick to making Lee’s Peanut Braised Chicken with Caroline Coconut Rice – a dish he teaches in his class for YesChef, a subscription-based streaming platform offering cinematic cooking classes taught by world-renowned […]
Leave enough space between the pieces of meat for them to brown rather than steaming. Photos by Bill St. John, for UCHealth. Praise the embers. This method of cooking meat in a humid environment (rather than roasting it in a dry place called an oven) is the perfect porridge for the winter. The best feature […]
Not all coconut milks are created equal. Canned coconut milk – both regular and light – is made from finely ground coconut meat that is recombined with water for an even, gooey texture that can easily overwhelm other ingredients. It’s one of the reasons why in Colombia they make their own, and we at Milk […]
With the seemingly endless supply of convenient chicken recipes for weeknights, it can be easy to forget that chicken was once considered a delicacy. Flipping through my copy of “Escoffier’s Cookbook”, I was struck by the opulence attached to the bird. It has starred in dozens of recipes, wrapped in puff pastry, dipped in cream, […]
We liked this with coconut rice, but the plain rice is good too. Colombian Coconut Braised Chicken Start to finish: 40 minutes. Servings: 4 1½ cup unsweetened grated coconut 2 tablespoons of grape seed oil or other neutral oil 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped 8 medium garlic cloves, chopped […]
Not all coconut milks are created equal. Canned coconut milk – both regular and light – is made from finely ground coconut meat that is recombined with water for an even, gooey texture that can easily overwhelm other ingredients. It’s one of the reasons why in Colombia they make their own, and we at Milk […]
Not all coconut milks are created equal. Canned coconut milk – both regular and light – is made from finely ground coconut meat that is recombined with water for an even, gooey texture that can easily overwhelm other ingredients. It’s one of the reasons why in Colombia they make their own, and we at Milk […]
By CHRISTOPHER KIMBALL Not all coconut milks are created equal. Canned coconut milk – both regular and light – is made from finely ground coconut meat that is recombined with water for an even, gooey texture that can easily overwhelm other ingredients. It’s one of the reasons why in Colombia they make their own, and […]
Not all coconut milks are created equal. Canned coconut milk – both regular and light – is made from finely ground coconut meat that is recombined with water for an even, gooey texture that can easily overwhelm other ingredients. It’s one of the reasons why in Colombia they make their own, and we at Milk […]
Breadcrumb Links Life Eat and drink Culture “I had a revelation, relatively recently, that cabbage is amazing,” says Mary Berg Publication date : November 24, 2021 • November 26, 2021 • 4 minute read • Join the conversation Cabbage braised and dressed with Well Seasoned. Photo by Lauren Vandenbrook Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and […]
Grapes reign supreme in French alcohol, whether fermented into the nation’s legendary wines or distilled into cognac or armagnac. But beverages that contain apples at their core are just as deserving of our love and attention. For the best examples, look to Normandy, in the northwest of the country. The region’s crisp, funky ciders offer […]
justin sullivan Cabbage is a natural flavor absorber. And that’s why cooks pair it with intense, punchy ingredients (think bacon) or ferment it for kimchi. But sometimes, a braised straight cabbage (without meat) is the best way to experience cabbage in all its vegetable glory. This recipe does just that. “This dish gets its deep […]
This one-pot Thanksgiving meal might convince you to ditch the roast turkey for good, thanks to a braise that guarantees tender meat and a flavorful cooking liquid that eliminates the need for gravy. Because braises are so forgiving and flexible, you can adapt this recipe to your needs. If you want an even slower braising, […]
Now that the fall season has officially kicked off, it’s time to braise. After all, it’s the season for fleeces and woolens, lighting the fireplace and reaching for our Dutch ovens. It’s time for cozy warmth and slow-food days, with the aromas of meat and spices wafting through the house. It is intended for braises, […]
Friday evenings are for winding down after a busy and stressful work week. Spend less time cooking dinner and more time on the things you love to do in the spirit of wellness. This juicy and flavorful Red Wine Braised Ribs recipe is the perfect Friday meal for you and your loved ones. Serve the […]
Graphic: Allison Corr As I’ve mentioned many times, I really, really, really do not like entertaining, because when you’re a current former chef/food writer, people have unreasonably high expectations that I have no desire to meet. I don’t go to others and expect them to do their jobs in their spare time! If a doctor […]
As with most foods, your idea of pot roast is probably the version you grew up eating. For me, it was a piece of beef surrounded by potatoes and carrots in an oval roasting pan speckled with black. There was no cooking of the meat to develop the flavor, and no liquid was added to […]
Now that the fall season has officially kicked off, it’s time to braise. After all, it’s the season for fleeces and woolens, lighting the fireplace and reaching for our Dutch ovens. It’s time for cozy warmth and slow cooking days, with the aromas of meat and spice wafting through the house. It is intended for […]
A classic Jewish staple, brisket is slowly cooked for optimal tenderness and flavor. Here, the meat is first coated in a mixture of Hungarian paprika, then slowly cooked with tomatoes, onions and rosemary. The addition of brown sugar and vinegar provides a sweet-salty balance to the deep, meaty flavor. Be sure to pour the sauce […]
Nicely spiced and deeply flavored from slow cooking, this beer-braised pork is versatile enough to feel at home on nachos, in sliders, or simply on drumsticks for an unprecedented comforting meal, but see even more ideas on how to use up leftover pulled pork (because you’ll have plenty). What to buy: Use a dark beer […]
Borrowing from the classic lamb combo served with mint jelly, this comforting dish braises the lesser used cut of lamb shank until fork tender, then jazzes it all up with a mint and orange. It’s a great way to introduce spring into the meal any time of the year. What to buy: We used lamb […]
This beef stew develops many deep, savory flavors by first searing the pieces of beef, then removing them from the pot and sautéing bacon in the cooking juices. Onions are cooked in bacon grease, then simmered with Guinness before the meat is added with carrots and cooked until tender. Serve the stew with steamed potatoes […]
Grilled brats are great on their own, but if you don’t have a grill or want to make football or baseball meals ahead of time, these braised sausages are the way to go. Brown the bratwursts in butter, remove them from the pan, add the onions and crushed mustard seeds to the meaty butter and […]
This healthy winter recipe keeps you full without being too heavy or fat. Sautéing the chard stalks with the onion adds extra flavor and crunch and you’re not wasting any of the chard. Once you’ve added the chard leaves, beans and broth, it only takes a few minutes to finish cooking; a final touch of […]
A fork tender roast that’s been bubbling all day in the oven makes a perfect supper on a lazy Sunday. To start, brown an entire chuck roast, then deglaze the pan with red wine to capture any rich, meaty flavor that remains. Put the roast in the oven and cook it slowly with herbs and […]
Although this recipe sounds fancy, the pork takes little effort and the braising liquid doubles as a creamy sauce. Place a pork shoulder in a simmering mixture of milk, thyme, bay leaf, garlic and shallot, braise until fork tender and shred. Reduce the braising liquid and blend it into a smooth sauce to mix with […]
Kokkinisto, which means “blushed” in Greek, is also the name of this dish: braised meat with tomato or tomato sauce. Lamb cooked in this classic style creates a rich, hearty sauce to serve with Greek pasta smothered in olive oil and myzithra cheese. Serve with our Swiss chard for a healthy and light side. What […]
Now that the fall season has officially kicked off, it’s time to braise. After all, it’s the season for fleeces and woolens, lighting the fireplace and reaching for our Dutch ovens. It’s time for cozy warmth and slow-food days, with the aromas of meat and spices wafting through the house. It is intended for braises, […]
Braised country style pork ribs in brown sauce By Tracey Koch, Stephanie Riegel Photography by Amy Shutt September 7, 2021 country pork the ribs aren’t technically cut from the rib – they’re actually from the shoulder area of the pork. They’re usually boneless, but you may find some that contain a bit […]
Weekend food is the best. It’s the food that goes on a smoker for half the day, giving you the excuse to “watch the grill” while doing next to nothing. Or it’s the soup that makes you sit and stir while reading a book. If you love to bake, it’s the puff pastry from scratch […]
Besides the simanim seder, which is traditional for preparing Rosh Hashanah, I also try to incorporate foods from the seven kinds, or Shivat Haminim: wheat, barley, grape, fig, pomegranate, olive (oil) and date (honey). . This braised lamb recipe uses date syrup – or silan – which is what the Israelites historically called honey. (When […]
Courtesy of Eitan Bernath Braised short ribs in red wine with creamy polenta Eitan Bernath, the 19-year-old culinary phenom, shares this warm, rich holiday dish. Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 4 hours For 4 people Ingredients For the short ribs 2 tablespoons of vegetables 3 pounds beef ribs, cut into 3-inch-long pieces 10 shallots, […]
Although often used in breads and batters, beer also works particularly well as a braising liquid. A remarkable seasoning, beer brings much more flavor to dishes than ordinary water, with some beers being particularly suited to certain dishes. This beer-braised chicken recipe uses thigh meat braised in dark beer like porter or stout to add […]
I thought I didn’t like beef brisket. Everything I had eaten in the past was chewy and a bit dry – more like beef jerky than a tasty roast. We recently bought a new freezer. The old one, a breast model, was almost 40 years old, so it was about time. Part of the reason […]
Braised meat is the perfect porridge for cooking in a pandemic. The best feature of braising these days is the way it pushes the void out of the house and fills it with such a magnificent aroma. But this is only praise for the embers; there are several others. This old cook dog has learned […]
All featured products are independently organized by our editors. When you buy something through our retail links, we may receive a commission. Braising is a cook’s best friend: with just a few simple steps you can prepare a meal that tastes like straight out of a pan. Michelin-starred restaurant. Here’s our base for braising, but […]
By definition, braising is the process of searing food in oil or by a dry heat method such as grilling and then cooking it in a liquid. The searing adds flavor; cooking in liquid tenderizes the meat. Ruhlman describes braising as a metamorphosis. “When you braise you start with a tough and often inexpensive cut […]
Going back an hour feels like an unofficial start to winter, since Pumpkin and Spice Latte decided to pop out since around August. (Technically, I realize that’s not true, but it certainly is.) Suddenly the days will fly by, as we speed our way to 2015, cooking and eating every step of the way. , […]
Braising is a professional chef’s best friend. It’s a simple cooking technique that can take a tough cut of meat and make it tender to the ground. It’s delicious. It’s humid. This is delicious. And anyone can do it. Chef Dave Swanson believes in it so much he even named his restaurant after him (in […]