Food recipies

Since we already posted a peach cobbler , I decided to do a peach crisp instead, but I wanted to do a really crispy crisp, and not the same old crumble style.  I looked at dozens of recipes online, and came across one from the critically acclaimed, � A Boat, a Whale, & a Walrus ,� by Renee Erickson. I did change it up a bit, and tweaked the procedure, but that�s where the inspiration is from. I didn�t mention it in the video, but make sure you put a pan underneath your cobbler as it bakes. I like the heat getting underneath my dish, so I placed the pan on the rack below, but this would probably be fine if you just placed the dish directly on the pan. This technique should work with any, and all, cobbler-approved fruits, and no matter what you use, it would make a welcomed addition to anyone�s picnic or cookout. Of course, make sure you have plenty of vanilla ice cream around, preferably homemade . So, the next time you�re in possession of some perfectly ripe peaches, I really ...

Well, at least I don�t have to type the ingredient amounts for this could�ve-been-delicious, flat iron steak. I thought for sure maple syrup, coffee, and bourbon would be great together, but it turns out they weren�t even good together.  Okay, they were bad. It reminded me of some daily special, gone really wrong, at one of those strip mall steakhouses. Luckily, we have several excellent marinades that will work perfectly with this great steak, and I will list a few below.  Like I said in the video, the real point was to share what a great cut of beef flat iron is for the grill. It checks all the boxes, and requires virtually no trimming. Plus, and very ironically, it�s especially good for absorbing marinades. So, enjoy this with your favorite pre-grill meat soak, or check out one of the following links. Regardless, I really hope you give flat iron steaks a try soon.   Enjoy! Here are some marinade recipes that would be perfect for this: Grilled Hoisin Beef Miso-Glazed S...

If you�re from Greece, you�re probably pretty confused right now, and wondering why I�m calling this gyros. There, pork and chicken are used, in non-ground form, and as the meat turns slowly over a fire, the cooked, caramelized surface is shaved off into thin slices.  It�s amazing stuff, but believe it or not, I prefer this Americanized �mystery meat� approach, which uses ground lamb and/or beef. The spices are similar, but the texture is totally different, and for me, more interesting. I can eat fresh, identifiable meat anytime, so when I�m in the mood for gyros, I want the stuff you can only get from certain street vendors. Of course, since the meat is ground, you�re taking their word for which specific animals made the ultimate sacrifice, which is why this stuff became affectionately known as �mystery meat.� This style is perfect for making ahead of time. Once it�s chilled, and sliced, all you need to do is brown it in a pan, and find some flatbread to roll it up in. Preferably,...

I don�t post a lot of salad videos, since, other than the dressing recipe, what am I going to teach you? Most people are pretty good when it comes to tossing things in a bowl, but I made an exception for what I�m calling a �Brutus.� I discovered this salad at a great restaurant in Healdsburg, called Willis�s Seafood , where it was definitely not called a �Brutus,� but simply described as a, � Little Gem Salad, Dijon Vinaigrette, Fuji Apples, Aged White Cheddar, Fresh Herbs, Fried Pecans.� It sounded amazing, and tasted even better. It was so good, I joked that it could replace the Caesar as America�s favorite tossed salad, and a few beers later, the idea to call it the �Brutus� was born. I�m explaining this not only to give credit, where credit�s due, but also to make clear it has nothing to do with politics. Yes, nothing to do with it. Nothing at all. Normally, I would tell you to add whatever you want to this salad, but not this time. Please make it exactly as shown. Having said th...

This great steak is considered something of a butcher shop �secret,� but not because they�re selfish, and can�t stand the thought of you being happy. It�s just an odd looking cut, which requires a specific trimming technique to remove one of the toughest pieces of connective tissue on the entire animal. Combine that with the fact that there�s only one per cow, and you have something that�s a little tricky to sell, although that seems to be changing a bit. This steak has become popular on restaurant menus, going by the name, �hanger steak,� and that�s led to it being carried in some of your finer butcher shops. Even though it takes a little bit of time, the trimming is pretty simple, and probably easier than I made it look. Carefully trim away any of the tough-feeling membranes on the surface, and divide in half lengthwise, along the center connective tissue. Once that�s cut away, you�re pretty much done, other than deciding how to cook it. Butcher�s steak is great in a pan, under the b...

This muhammara video was inspired by a request we received for a Lebanese recipe. Not knowing any off the top of my head, I asked for suggestions, and this amazing red pepper walnut spread was nominated by several people. The only problem is, it�s actually a Syrian recipe. Nevertheless, it�s apparently very popular in Lebanon, as well as across the rest of the Mideast, and once you taste it, you�ll understand why. Like I said in the intro, this may be the most delicious thing you�re not currently eating. All great dips and spreads should be addictive, but there�s something very special about how this beckons you back for more, and more, even after you�re being stared at by the other guests. Let them enjoy their superior will power � we�ll continue to enjoy the muhammara. You'll find pomegranate molasses at any Middle Eastern grocery store, or online, but if you can�t, you can make it by reducing pomegranate juice (Google for more details). Or, maybe substitute with some honey for ...

Just in case you missed our recent Facebook Live, here it is, in all its unscripted glory. Most people seemed to enjoy it, which I certainly appreciated, but for me it was a reminder of why I don't appear on camera. I prefer a few days to gather my thoughts before answering questions, especially when discussing topics of such importance... like, "does peanut butter go with bacon?" Anyway, we'll be back with a new video this evening, for those of you who prefer "prerecorded Chef John." In the meantime, enjoy! Please Note: Apparently there was a sound glitch at the beginning, and you can't hear anything until a few minutes in. The good news is, you didn't miss anything.

That's right! I'll be doing a Facebook Live on Thursday, June 8! To enjoy what's being described as the second most anticipated public testimony that day, go to Allrecipes.com's Facebook page at 2PM, and as always, enjoy!

There are many unforgettable sights and sounds you experience walking through Chinatown for the first time, but I think it was seeing all those hanging chunks of florescent red meat that made the biggest impression.  Sure, the Peking ducks were cool, but they actually sort of looked like roasted duck, where as the char siu looked looked like nothing I�d ever seen before. So, it was a little disappointing to eventually find out that it was from copious amounts of red food coloring, which I�m pretty sure was toxic back then, and not from some ancient Chinese secret cooking method. Anyway, enough with the nostalgia; the important thing to remember is that in addition to its impressive, high-gloss appearance, and savory taste, this Chinese barbecue pork is quite easy to make at home, even if you don�t have a fancy ceramic grill. If you happen to be using your standard, backyard kettle-shaped grill, push all your coals to one side, and place your meat on the other. To add an extra la...

I can�t believe I haven�t posted a recipe for classic American potato salad, especially since it was such a childhood favorite of mine. As I mentioned in the video, this is the first food I can remember eating, and apparently was one of my favorite baby foods. This is my take on my mother Pauline�s potato salad, but the actual �recipe� isn�t the main point here. This is more about what I think are the best practices for making potato salad. As long as you follow this basic procedure, it really doesn�t matter how you accessorize your spuds. Speaking of which, onions are always a very controversial addition. If you use too many, or cut them with a dull knife, their sharp taste can overpower the salad. This can be exacerbated even more if you make it way ahead of time. So if you are going to use onions, I suggest a sweet variety like Vidalia, or Maui; and be sure to use a sharp knife. The other major factors are making sure you use enough salt, and waiting for your potatoes the cool to r...