MAKES 1 CUP Market Basket Options Chopped fresh herbs: parsley, chives, tarragon, cilantro Citrus zest: lime, Meyer lemon, blood orange Flavorings: Sriracha, smoked paprika, horseradish, gochujang, truffle oil
Chimichurri Sauce
Makes 1 cup sauce This Argentinian-style sauce is used in the region to top grilled meats, but you can use it alongside grilled or roasted vegetables, a roasted chicken, or even stirred into a simple soup. Experiment with herbs, like mint, as a less traditional topping for roasted lamb. Chef’s […]
Chocolate Glaze
Makes about 1 1/2 cups, or enough to glaze a 9-inch cake This chocolate glaze stays shiny but soft and is a perfect topping for cream puffs or éclairs. Use it to glaze a cake or to drizzle into vanilla ice cream for a chocolate ripple effect.
CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT SPREAD
This homemade spread is a healthier take on the store-bought version. Try this delicious chocolate hazelnut spread over your favorite whole grain breads, or use as a flavorful filling in pastries or desserts. Makes 2 cups Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes ©The Culinary Institute of America
Cilantro-Cashew Chutney
Yields 3 cups
Classic Barbecue Sauce
Makes 3 cups sauce This is a classic mild, sweet-style barbecue sauce with a very slight acidity that gives the flavor balance. It is a good, thick, general-use, red barbecue sauce that works well with chicken, beef, and pork.
Coffee Ganache
Makes 3 cups
Compound Butters
Lime Chili Butter, Scallion Butter, and Roasted Garlic Butter are three of our favorite compound butters, which can be used to top grilled meats and vegetables, as a toasted sandwich spread, or as an accompaniment on a brunch table. Create your own variations, adding spices, minced chiles, smoked salt, or […]
Concord Grape Jelly
Makes 4 pints Chef’s Note: This jelly can be processed in a hot water bath, if desired. Because proper technique is so important to successful and safe canning and preserving, make sure to consult instructions in the CIA’s book Preserving or consult the USDA’s Complete Guide to Home Canning. Processed, […]
Cranberry Applesauce
Makes 2 pints Cranberries and apples are a perfect match, and this cranberry applesauce brings these sweet and tart flavors together for your Thanksgiving table, Fall lunchboxes, or just an afternoon snack. This sauce is simple and brightly flavored, but you can add spices, like cinnamon, or even some grated […]
Cranberry Sauce
Makes 6 servings Make this cranberry sauce up to a week ahead and store in the refrigerator. Use this recipe as a starting point to add your favorite flavors, like fresh apples, grated ginger, bourbon, or chopped walnuts.
Cranberry-Bourbon Relish
Makes about 4 cups This cranberry relish can be prepared in advance. Store wrapped in the refrigerator for 2 weeks or in the freezer for 3 months. It is great with turkey, of course, but it’s also a sweet and tangy accompaniment to roasted pork. Note: This recipe was originally […]