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Brothers Lounge: 11609 Detroit Ave., Cleveland; 216-226-2767 Delmonico's Steakhouse: 6001 Quarry Lane, Independence; 216-573-1991 House of Blues: 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 216-523-2583 L'Albatros:...
View ArticleRecipes for farmers-market food
Wrapped Asparagus Makes 4 to 6 servings 1 pound fresh asparagus (green or white) 2 whole Roma tomatoes 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese ½ tablespoon very finely ground coffee 4 slices bacon 1 ounce...
View ArticleWhere to find a cooking class in Northeast Ohio
Pick a cooking class for price, convenience and reputation. Demonstration-only or hands-on classes? Demos might not include a chance to actually cook but can cover a lot of ground with styles of...
View ArticleRub recipes for Father's Day
Orleans Pepper Rub Enough to season 24 ounces of meat ½ teaspoon ground red pepper ½ teaspoon ground white pepper ¼ teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon onion powder ¼ teaspoon kosher salt Cook's notes:...
View ArticleTips for creating rubs that deliver on flavor
Rubs are dry or paste coatings applied directly to meat, poultry or seafood. Herbs, spices, oils and other liquids can be included -- whatever flavorings you like that contribute to the intense or...
View ArticleReaders channel TV memories to serve their favorite characters
My favorite TV father is Rob Petrie from the 1960s "The Dick Van Dyke Show." He was funny, charming, a talented singer/dancer, slightly neurotic at times, and worked in New York City with other funny,...
View ArticleVeggie recipes for the grill
Latitude 41 N Veggie Burgers Makes 12 servings 1½ cups cooked brown rice 4 teaspoons bulgur wheat 1 cup rolled oats 1½ cups boiling water, divided use 1½ pounds mushrooms, stemmed, cleaned and...
View ArticleJulia Child's Quiche Lorraine recipe
MAIN ART: With MERLIN ID 7997440 LARRY CROWE ASSOCIATED PRESS When it's this delicious, anyone -- including real men -- will eat quiche. Julia Child's classic Quiche Lorraine is filled with a simple...
View ArticleJulia Child's All-Purpose Crepes
All-purpose Crepes Makes 20 5-inch or 10 8-inch crepes 1 cup all-purpose flour 2/3 cup cold milk 2/3 cup cold water 3 large eggs 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons melted butter, plus more for brushing...
View ArticleJulia Child's French Omelet recipe
French Omelet Makes 1 serving 2 extra-large or 3 large or medium eggs Large pinch salt Several grinds black pepper 1 teaspoon cold water (optional) 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus extra to garnish...
View ArticleJulia Child's Salade Nicoise, Beef Bourguignon among her classic creations
- Julia Child's Salade Nicoise Makes 6 to 8 servings 1 head Boston lettuce, large, washed and dried 2 to 3 tablespoons virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1½ pounds fresh green beans,...
View ArticleBe sure to heed safety advice on leftovers
Keep safety in mind when you bring home a doggie bag from a restaurant. All the usual rules for safely handling leftovers apply to doggie bags -- plus a couple of additional tips for peak quality....
View ArticleCooking methods key in giving leftovers a new, delicious life
Cold pizza or an unfinished sandwich are one thing, but if you are dealing with fancier food, a bit of art and science go into properly reheating leftovers. (Unless, of course, you’re from the...
View ArticleRecipes for using leftover meat, sauce, pasta, rice and more
Use these easy recipes to turning your leftovers into delicious meals. View full sizeAssociated PressRice and other leftovers find a delicious second home in arancini, a deep-fried, cheese-laced rice...
View ArticleAltering coleslaw to suit your mood, palate
Try something new -- like apples or broccoli -- to rev up coleslaw. View full sizePD fileBroccoli Coleslaw adds a surprise twist -- and a healthful turn -- to an old standard. Webster's New World...
View ArticleEasy recipe for pierogi with pork
Instead of sauteing, try preparing frozen peirogi in a George Foreman grill by spraying them with cooking spray and cooking 5 to 6 minutes. View full sizeJohn Kuntz, The Plain DealerAdd pork...
View ArticleMichael Symon knows good beer as well as fine food
Michael Symon knows food, but the Cleveland chef also knows beer. His two recent additions at The Q will have tasy treats - and brews. Gone are the days when you had only two choices of beer to drink...
View ArticleThought for food: Michael Symon's sage advice
A seasoned chef: Chefs write cookbooks for all sorts of reasons. Cleveland's "Iron Chef" Michael Symon not only wanted to share some of his signature recipes, but also to help readers become better...
View ArticleChef's secrets to a successful dinner party
Symon's secrets: A successful dinner party requires that you develop a well-balanced menu, know your culinary strengths and recognize your limitations, says chef Michael Symon. View full sizeLisa...
View ArticleSandra Lee helps people make things from scratch, with a little help
Plenty of cookbook authors appear likewise, but a rested image fits right in with Lee's key philosophies: that serving well-prepared food to family and friends should be done quickly and easily with a...
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