Jan 21, 2022 | Dinner, Pasta, Recipes and Pairings, Zinfandel
Spicy Pasta with Kale and Italian Sausage 1 bunch kale (cut into strips, simmered in salted water for 5 minutes)2 Tbsp olive oil2 Tbsp butter (unsalted)1 lb sweet Italian sausage (removed from casings and broken up)2 cloves garlic (diced)1 tsp red pepper flakes...
Jan 21, 2022 | Dinner, Essence, Recipes and Pairings, Sauvignon Blanc, Seafood
Steamed Manila Clams with Ginger and Lemongrass 2 lb Manila clams (scrubbed and cleaned)2 Tbsp lemongrass (minced)1 Tbsp garlic (minced)1 tsp ginger (minced)1 cup white wine1/2 cup water1/4 tsp fish sauce1 tsp vegetable oil1 lime10 sprigs Thai basil1 baguette...
Jan 21, 2022 | Chicken, Dinner, Recipes and Pairings, Zinfandel
Pimentón-Rubbed Chicken A rich, flavorful dish elevated by pimentón (Spanish paprika) for smooth smokiness and subtle heat. 2 each chicken legs and thighs (bone-in)1/4 cup canola oil1 1/2 tbsp spanish smoked paprika ((pimentón))2 limes (juiced)olive oil (as...
Jan 21, 2022 | Dinner, Pork, Recipes and Pairings, Zinfandel
Chili-Dusted Pork Chops Chili-dusted pork chops topped with watercress butter and fried leeks 6 pork chops1 cup water1 cup apple cider1 oz. Kosher salt (coarse)1/2 oz. brown sugar2 dried pasilla chili ((or poblano) )2 leeks (large)2 cups oil (for frying)4 oz....
Jan 21, 2022 | Dinner, Merlot, Recipes and Pairings
Wild Porcini Mushroom Risotto Beef2-3 lb boneless beef steaks ((filet, sirloin, tri tip, etc.))olive oil (to brush steaks)salt and pepper ( to taste)1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1 Tbsp balsamic vinegarRisotto2 qt chicken stock1 Tbsp butter1 Tbsp olive oil1/2...
Jul 19, 2021 | Dinner, Pasta, Recipes and Pairings, Zinfandel
Pasta Primavera 1 pound of your favorite pasta ((spaghetti, penne, bowtie, etc.))1 zucchini, (thinly sliced on the bias)1 small red onion, (thinly sliced)1 bell peper, (thinly sliced)3 carrots, (julienned or thinly sliced on the bias)2 garlic cloves, (minced)1...
