Our Secret Ingredients series shines a light on products that make all the difference when cooking with D’Artagnan. It is said that butter makes everything better. If it’s black truffle butter, that’s got to be correct. We spread it on bread with a slice of saucisson sec on top for a perfectly simple – and…
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6 Brunch Ideas We Love
Brunch, a brilliant combination of breakfast and lunch, is often the most anticipated meal of the week. This best-of-both-worlds feast is perfect for those lazy weekend days when sleeping in is a must. Brunch is usually served between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., and in terms of food, anything goes. While we like a leisurely…
Stewing Essentials
Stewing is a versatile and economical method of one-pot cooking which creates delicious, stick-to-your-ribs dishes of tender meat and rich sauce. Similar to braising, a stew often consists of meats and vegetables slow-cooked in flavorful liquid over a low flame. The perfect antidote to winter’s chill, stew is deeply comforting and easy to make at…
5 Braise-Worthy Recipes
When it’s cold outside, we crave a good, long braise. So let’s look at some classic recipes for braising, shall we? 1. Rabbit. This Irish recipe by the inimitable Colman Andrews has hard cider in the braising liquid. Which is also really nice for drinking while your rabbit simmers.
Valentine’s Day at Home: Dessert
We are definitely known for the savory things in life. Bacon? We’ll come running. But when there’s chocolate with bacon in it, we’re running even faster. If you feel the same way, and want something a bit unconventional for your Valentine’s Day dessert, have a look at these recipes. Bacon brittle is our go-to for…
Valentine’s Day at Home: The Main Event
What’s for dinner on Valentine’s Day? For those who like eat in, here are a few inspirational recipes. If you’re cooking to impress and are not intimidated by a classic dish, our Tournedos Rossini offers a trifecta of flavors: filet mignon, foie gras, black truffle. Surprisingly simple and totally decadent. Named for the composer Rossini…
Valentine’s Day at Home: The Apps
For many of us, cooking at home for (or with) someone we love is the ultimate way to spend Valentine’s Day. Why leave your cozy cocoon when all you need is right there? If you are a member of this romantic tribe, we have a few fun ideas for dinner à deux. One way to make the…
Top 7 Favorites for Game Day Grub
Football fans who also happen to be foodies know that the Super Bowl is a chance to eat well and to show off their kitchen skills to a whole party at the big game. First off, we offer items like ribs, sausages, ground beef (Wagyu included!), and various nibbles that require little prep. All will…
Garlic & Black Truffle Mashed Potatoes
This recipe is inspired by the classic Joël Robuchon mashed potato recipe which calls for equal parts potato and butter. Garlic cloves slow-cooked in duck fat are added, along with a generous amount of black truffle butter for intensely earthy and rich potatoes. Ingredients 2lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks 8-12…
Oven-Roasted Veggie Fries with Duck Fat Recipe
If you like potatoes with duck fat, you’ll love these. Gorgeous roasted vegetable “fries” get extra flavor and color from a swath of luscious duck fat right before baking. Delicious as a side dish or chilly day snack. Ingredients Assorted root veggies, such as parsnips, turnips, carrots, and beets; scrubbed, peeled and cut into ¼…
5 Pork Recipes We Love
It’s simple. Pork is nature’s candy. We love to cook it and to eat it, and suspect you feel the same. Every bit of the pig offers a tasty cut, and we appreciate them all, from pork chops to racks of ribs and beyond. So here are 5 recipes for pork that will inspire you to heat up the…
Bakin’ with Bacon
When it comes to bacon, we like to put it in everything. There’s simply no limit to the incredible things you can do with this ingredient. Just calling it an ingredient seems somehow demeaning. Bacon brings the magic. It is so much more than an ingredient. If you are not baking with bacon, we recommend…
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