Recipes by Lauren DeSantis (Page 83)
Recipe: Cupid's Arrow CocktailPhoto by Emily ClackGet in the mood for Valentine's Day with this Cupid's Arrow Cocktail. The pretty red color is perfect for the occasion.IceMartini GlassShakerShot GlassWe’ll take our shaker and fill with ice and put one shot of citrus vodka, one shot of cherry vodka, a splash of grenadine and lemon juice. Give it a good shake and… |
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Recipe: Carmelicious CupcakesPhoto by Emily ClackThere’s no sugar-coating it: D.C. loves it’s sweets. Everywhere you look there’s a cupcake shop with a long line in tail. (Georgetown cupcake, frosting, catch-that-cupcake, hello cupcake). But, don’t let the wait sour your craving. On our Sweet Endings episode, I show you how to make some sweet treats in your… |
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Oxtail, Root Vegetable & Barley SoupPagesOxtail, Root Vegetable & Barley SoupOxtail, Root Vegetable & Barley Soup : Liven up your typical vegetable soup with some yummy oxtails! While National Soup Month is coming to an end, it doesn't mean our love for a hearty, nutrient packed meal needs to be thrown to the trash! Here is one more recipe to add to a food lover's… |
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Romantic Cocktails for Valentine's DayValentine's Day is less than a month away. Add some Romance to your evening with sexy cocktails.Romance1 shot Winter Palace VodkaShake vodka, Cointreau and melon juice with ice. Strain into a martini glass. Top off with champagne. Garnish with a piece of melon.Champagne is always impressive and celebratory. Celebrate your love with… |
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Sweet Endings Recipe: Fresh Mint TrufflesPhoto by Emily ClackI was excited to work with Shenandoah Growers to make Fresh Mint Truffles on our Sweet Endings episode. For the truffles, I infused the cream with the fresh mint to give them the perfect amount of minty flavor. Then I added some Mint Chocolate Bailey's and I rolled them in crumbled thin mint cookies. Wait until… |
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Recipe: Gnocchi al FornoPagesRecipe: Gnocchi al FornoPhoto by Mary DiazCheck out "A Rustic Roman Afternoon" episode with my special guest Patricia Sanitate from Capital Cuisine. You can learn this recipe and more on Capital Cooking.Bring milk to a boil in a heavy pot. Gently pour the semolina flour and stir constantly so as not to produce lumps. Stir until… |
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Capital Cooking Quick Clip: Chocolate Covered CherryWe had the best time on Saturday filming 10 Capital Cooking Quick Clips for TBD and two full episodes. Long day (9 a.m.-9 p.m.)!! On one of our Capital Cooking Quick Clips, I make my famous Chocolate Covered Cherry Cocktail. It is the perfect dessert. Thank you to our sponsor 360 Vodka. 360 Vodka is absolutely delicious!!Special… |
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National Soup Month: Winter Chick Peas, Crunchy Stuffed Sage Leaves, Quail Egg Brioche, Ligurian Black Olives CaviarRecipe and Photo by Chef Enzo Fargione of ELISIR RestaurantFor The SoupIngredientsDirectionsIn a medium size pot golden the pancetta with only a few drops of the olive oil.Stir in the sliced onions, the garlic the bay leaves and the sage and cook a… |
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Spotlight: Mark Bucher, owner of BGRPhoto by Emily ClackFind out a little bit more about Mark Bucher, owner of BGR. Mark Bucher has founded more than five successful growth companies. He takes the idea that it simply “couldn’t be done” and does it. Being a naturally creative thinker, his passion is to create something from nothing. Mark recently, developed the idea… |
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National Soup Month: Butternut Squash Soup with Crumbled Goat CheeseAnother delicious recipe in celebration of National Soup Month from Chef Olivier.Butternut squash soup with crumbled goat cheeseFor 8 people.-4lb butternut squash.-1 onion .-2 cloves of garlic.-1 sprig of fresh thyme.-2 liters of vegetable broth.-2… |
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