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Sumptuous Recipes

Sumptuous Recipes

Spark your imagination and free the soul with these wonderful, delicious recipes.

Alaskan Halibut with La Tercera Farm Tardivo Radicchio, Jerusalem Artichokes, Fennel & Zolfino Bean Veloute Contributor: Michael Tusk Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Seafood Season: Spring

Recipe for Alaskan Halibu with La Tercera Farm Tardivo Radicchio, Jerusalem Artichokes, Fennel & Zolfino Bean Veloute, provided by Michael Tusk

Banana and Chocolate Tart Contributor: Nick Stellino Meal: Dessert Cuisine: American Ingredient: Fruit Season: Winter The delicious duo of banana and chocolate is a popular theme throughout many dessert recipes. This recipe adds the refined qualities of vanilla custard to the banana and chocolate coupling to amplify the complexity of flavors.

Basil Crusted Grilled Salmon with Tomato Salsa Contributor: Marge Perry Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Seafood Season: Spring You've never had salmon like this before. With a flavorful basil-and-olive-oil crust and grilled to perfection, it is complemented by a fresh, homemade salsa.

Braised Wild Striped Bass with Leek Fondue Contributor: Bill Telepan Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Seafood Season: Winter

Recipe for Braised Wild Striped Bass with Leek Fondue provided by Bill Telepan

Carrot Soup Contributor: Nick Stellino Meal: Appetizer Cuisine: American Ingredient: Vegetables Season: Spring The light creamy texture of this soup is a truly delectable experience to relish. Augment the soup's hearty flavor by sprinkling pieces of fresh fennel and browned bacon over drizzled sour cream.

Cherry Cheesecake Parfait Contributor: Marge Perry Meal: Dessert Cuisine: American Ingredient: Dairy Season: Summer The word "parfait" means "perfect" in French, and it describes this dessert well. With layers of cheesecake, finely crumbled chocolate wafer cookies and cherry compote, it's an irresistible way to finish off your meal.

Chicken, Shrimp and Andouille Gumbo Contributor: Food and Wine Magazine Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Chicken Season: Summer Gumbo makes for a great potluck meal--especially when the host gets to keep the serving dish as a housewarming gift. To achieve the ultimate flavor for this authentic recipe, use the smokiest andouille sausage you can find.

Chicken Apple Sausage & Apple Pancakes Contributor: Kitchen on Fire Meal: Breakfast Cuisine: American Ingredient: Pancakes Season: Summer Apples are always a family favorite, and your family is surely going to love the unique, savorful balance of flavors in these apple and sausage pancakes.

Cornish Hen Salad with Scotch Bonnet Vinaigrette Contributor: Food and Wine Magazine Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Chicken Season: Spring Scotch bonnet chilies are some of the hottest--and fruitiest--in the world. The oil in a vinaigrette brings out the chilies' fruity side while cooling the fire.

Frozen Chocolate Custard with Macadamia Nuts Contributor: Nick Stellino Meal: Dessert Cuisine: American Ingredient: Dairy Season: Spring Replete with semi-sweet chocolate, cream cheese, Macadamia nuts, Maraschino cherries and whipped cream; this decadent custard is brimming with all the delectable ingredients foodies crave. 

Grilled Beef Ribs in Whiskey Barbecue Sauce Contributor: Beringer Founders’ Estate and Chef David Frakes Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Beef Season: Winter Fire up the barbeque, and invite some friends over to share this tender and savory slow-cooked feast that will have them begging for more.

Grilled Trout with Baby Eggplants and Eggplant Broth Contributor: Dan Barber Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Seafood Season: Summer

Recipe for Grilled Trout with Baby Eggplants and Eggplant Broth provided by Dan Barber

Hazelnut-Crusted Pork Chops With Morel Sauce Contributor: Food and Wine Magazine Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Pork Season: Winter Indulge your gourmet tastes with this easy and delicious recipe, as tender hazelnut-crusted pork chops find their perfect compliment with a creamy morel sauce.

Jam-Filled Thumbprint Cookies Contributor: Georgeanne Brennan Meal: Dessert Cuisine: American Ingredient: Fruit Season: Summer Simple to bake, these cookies provide the perfect opportunity to involve your children in the baking process and to make your kitchen the center of family fun. Use different kinds of jams to fill the indentations in the dough for both color and flavor variation.

Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes Contributor: Marge Perry Meal: Breakfast Cuisine: American Ingredient: Pancakes Season: Summer Perfect for the casual weekend brunch, these pancakes are divine – the contrast between the ricotta cheese and citrus tang creates a fluffy, yet rich-tasting, pancake.

Lentil, Orange and Goat Cheese Salad with Warm Balsamic Dressing Contributor: Marge Perry Meal: Appetizer Cuisine: American Ingredient: Vegetables Season: Summer Crumbly goat cheese and juicy orange slices transform ordinary mixed greens into a vibrant, savory salad. A warm balsamic reduction provides the perfect complement to the heady flavors in this dish.

Minted Lamb Burgers with Feta Aioli & Herb Roasted Potato Fries Contributor: Kitchen on Fire Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Lamb Season: Fall This is not your ordinary burger with fries. The traditional combination of mint and lamb are enhanced by the rich flavor of feta cheese, and complemented with savory herb roasted potato fries.

Peppered Garlic Shrimp Contributor: Meyer Meal: Appetizer Cuisine: American Ingredient: Seafood Season: Spring Great for cocktail parties or as a first course, this shrimp dish is fragrant and full of flavor. The best part? You can whip up this aromatic appetizer in just minutes.

Pork Chops with Rosemary Cherry Sauce Contributor: Marge Perry Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Pork Season: Fall This rich, flavorful pork chop belies the ease with which it is prepared. Pair it with a glass of merlot for a weeknight gourmet treat.

Pork Ribs in Strawberry-Rhubarb Gastrique Contributor: Liza Queen Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Pork Season: Spring

Recipe for Pork Ribs in Strawberry-Rhubarb Gastrique provided by Liza Queen

Raspberry Cornmeal Muffins Contributor: Georgeanne Brennan Meal: Dessert Cuisine: American Ingredient: Fruit Season: Summer Perfect for breakfast, snack or even dessert, muffins are a favorite treat at any age. Serve these muffins straight from the oven with blueberries, blackberries or raspberries to best experience the earthy nuances of the cornmeal.

Rosemary Lamb Chops with Garlic Sauce Contributor: The Gourmet Institute Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Lamb Season: Fall The succulent taste of lamb chops are enhanced by the subtle flavors of rosemary and red wine in this delicious recipe.

Salmon with Mango Salsa Contributor: Meyer Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Seafood Season: Spring Juicy salmon fillet served with sweet mango salsa - what better way to unwind after a hard day at work? With this easy-to-make recipe, a healthy, delicious meal is just minutes away.

Seared Strip Steak with Shiraz and Green Peppercorn Sauce Contributor: The Gourmet Institute Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Beef Season: Fall The paring of steak and wine are honored in this quick recipe, as fresh, delicious steak is prepared tender, and served with a warm Shiraz sauce.

Seared Tuna Salad with Coconut Lime Dressing and Spiced Tortilla Croutons Contributor: Marge Perry Meal: Appetizer Cuisine: American Ingredient: Seafood Season: Summer You can make any or all components of this salad: it’s really four recipes in one. For example, use the tortilla chips on soup, the tuna with a tomato topping, the dressing on any mixed green salad, and the lettuce mixture with any dressing.

Shrimp, Feta and Tomato Salad Contributor: The Gourmet Institute Meal: Lunch Cuisine: American Ingredient: Seafood Season: Winter Light and delicious tomatoes with feta, tossed with sautéed shrimp, and laid over a bed of cool cucumber, this fast and healthy lunch idea will quickly become one of your favorites.

Spring Lamb & Vegetable Stew Contributor: Kitchen on Fire Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Lamb Season: Spring Warm up with this fragrant and hearty lamb stew full of classic seasonings and served hot with thick crusty bread.

Stuffed Pork Chops Contributor: Meyer Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Pork Season: Fall Don't wait until Thanksgiving to try this recipe - this is a hearty meal that can be enjoyed all year round. The vibrant hues of the peppers and onions add a delightful touch to the presentation.

Truffle Essence Smashed New Potatoes Contributor: Kitchen on Fire Meal: Side Cuisine: American Ingredient: Vegetables Season: Summer The addition of truffle oil raises this everyday staple from the delicious to the sublime.

Turkey Stew with Prunes and Pearl Onions Contributor: Food & Wine Magazine Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Turkey Season: Fall The essence of tender turkey drumsticks are perfectly complemented by the rich fruit-based sauce of this stew. Serves well with a light berry-flavored Zinfandel.

Turkey Tenderloins with Pan Gravy & Cranberry Compote Contributor: Kitchen on Fire Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Turkey Season: Fall You will thoroughly enjoy this mouth watering salute to the time-honored marriage of turkey and cranberries.

Veal and Mushroom Meat Loaf with Bacon Contributor: Food & Wine Magazine Meal: Dinner Cuisine: American Ingredient: Veal Season: Fall This delicately-flavored veal meatloaf loaf with a tangy sour cream and horseradish sauce blends nicely with the velvety texture and soft tannins of a medium-bodied Merlot.

Warm Vegetable Salad Contributor: Michael Anthony Meal: Side Cuisine: American Ingredient: Vegetables Season: Summer

Recipe for Warm Vegetable Salad provided by Michael Anthony

Yellow Fruit Salad with Ginger-Thyme Syrup Contributor: Food and Wine Magazine Meal: Lunch Cuisine: American Ingredient: Fruit Season: Spring Mangoes, steeped in a fresh ginger-thyme syrup, served with meringue, become a sweet treat with a hint of spice.

Yesterday’s Grilled Corn Soup with Roasted Poblanos and Cilantro Contributor: Peter Hoffman Meal: Lunch Cuisine: American Ingredient: Vegetables Season: Fall

Recipe for Yesterday's Grilled Corn Soup with Roasted Poblanos and Cilantro provided by Peter Hoffman