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Classic Peruvian Ceviche Recipe Ingredients1 cup fresh Key lime juice (from 2 pounds fresh Key limes)2/3 cup bottled clam juice2 tablespoons chopped red onion1 1/2 teaspoons chopped peeled fresh ginger1/2 cup (about 2 ounces) plus 1 pound cubed mahi-mahi or tilapia fillet6 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided2 teaspoons salt, divided2 teaspoons minced red ají limo chile from jar* or minced seeded red jalapeño chiles1 cup matchstick-size strips red onion1 6-ounce red-skinned sweet potato (yam), peeled, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick rounds, boiled 5 minutes, drained, cooled (optional)3/4 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed (optional)Recipe PreparationCombine first 6 ingredients, 1/2 cup cubed fish, 4 tablespoons cilantro, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in blender; puree.

Pomegranate-Mint Relish Recipe 4, makes about 2½ cups ServingsPomegranate seeds sub in for cranberries in this bracing, colorful relish.Ingredients1½ teaspoons finely grated lemon zest1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1 cup finely chopped fresh mintKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperRecipe PreparationCombine shallot, pomegranate seeds, oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, vinegar, and mint in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.

Black Cod with Roasted Sweet-and-Sour Onions Recipe Ingredients6 6-ounce black cod fillets with skin1/2 cup good-quality sweet Sherry1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oilFreshly ground black pepper1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature1 garlic clove, peeled, flattened1/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon Pimentón de La Vera (Spanish smoked paprika)Roasted Sweet-and-Sour Onions (click for recipe)Recipe PreparationUsing sharp knife, make three 1/4-inch-deep, 2 1/2-inch-long diagonal cuts in skin of each fish fillet.

Roasted Squash and Cauliflower With Cashew Tonnato Recipe Tonnato is a creamy Italian sauce that combines from-scratch mayo with preserved tuna, lemon juice, and anchovies, and is classically spooned over thinly sliced veal. This one is different. It gets creaminess from cashews instead of eggs, and, along with the dukkah spice mix, will gussy up any tray of roasted vegetables you make.

Easiest Chocolate Birthday Cake Recipe Pure homemade birthday love. If you& 39;ve got a bowl, a cheap hand mixer, and a couple of measuring cups, you can make this rich, chocolatey cake. Got a lot of birthdays on the horizon? You can pre-mix batches of the dry ingredients together, store them in airtight containers for up to three months, and be ready to celebrate at a moments notice with your own DIY cake mix.

Tangerine Semifreddo with Salted Almond Brittle Recipe Ingredientsbrittle2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, divided2 cups blanched whole almonds, toasted, coarsely chopped1 teaspoon flaked sea salt (such as Maldon)semifreddo1/4 cup fresh tangerine juice or tangelo juice2 tablespoons finely grated tangerine peel or tangelo peel2 cups chilled heavy whipping creamsauce1 cup fresh tangerine juice or tangelo juice4 tangerines or 3 tangelos, peeled, separated into segmentsRecipe PreparationbrittleCoat large rimmed baking sheet with 1 tablespoon butter.

Broiled Salmon with Baby Zucchini and Squash Salad Recipe Ingredients4 6-ounce skinless salmon filletsKosher salt, freshly ground pepper1 pound mixed baby summer squash, such as zucchini, pattypan, or yellow squash, halved or quartered lengthwise2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint leaves1 tablespoon chopped fresh chivesRecipe PreparationPreheat the broiler.

Chicken with Tangerine, Honey, and Chipotle Glaze Recipe IngredientsGlaze2 cups fresh tangerine juice2 tablespoons finely grated tangerine peel or orange peel2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauceChicken1 cup fresh tangerine juice or orange juice1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme3 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar2 tablespoons finely grated tangerine peel or orange peel1 2 3/4- to 3-pound chicken, quartered, backbone removedNonstick vegetable oil sprayRecipe PreparationGlazeBoil juice, honey, and soy sauce in heavy medium saucepan until reduced to 2/3 cup, about 20 minutes.

Chocolate-Chocolate Chip Cookie and Strawberry Gelato Sandwiches Recipe makes about 12 sandwichesIngredients2 1/4 cups all purpose flour1/2 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature1 cup (packed) dark brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract2 cups semisweet chocolate chipsFresh Strawberry Gelato, slightly softenedRecipe PreparationPreheat oven to 375°F.

Wild Rice Salad with Corn, Blueberries, and Almonds Recipe A tangy and nutty rice salad to serve with broiled fish, pan-roasted pork chops, or roast turkey.IngredientsDressing½ garlic clove, finely grated4½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice2 teaspoons Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegarKosher salt, freshly ground pepperRice and Assembly½ cup long-grain brown rice1 ear of corn, kernels cut from cob2 tablespoons chopped red onion2 tablespoons finely chopped parsleyFreshly ground black pepperRecipe PreparationDressingWhisk garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, and curry powder in a small bowl to combine.

Warm Black Mission Fig, Walnut Crunch, and Blue Cheese Tartlets Recipe IngredientsWALNUT CRUNCH1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon6 tablespoons chopped toasted walnutsFIGS AND PASTRY9 fresh figs (preferably black Mission), stemmed, cut lengthwise in half1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter1 sheet frozen puff pastry (half of 17.

Coconut Shortbread Cookies Recipe Makes about 6 1/2 dozen ServingsIngredients1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (about 3 ounces)1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar1 1/4 teaspoons coarse kosher salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 2/3 cups all purpose flourRecipe PreparationPreheat oven to 325°F.

Chicken with Tarragon-Caper Sauce with Mixed Greens Recipe Ingredients2 tablespoons white wine vinegar2 tablespoons minced shallots2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon1 1/2 tablespoons drained capers4 roasted, grilled, or poached boneless chicken breast halves6 cups mesclun salad blend (about 4 ounces)1/4 cup roasted red peppers from jar, thinly slicedRecipe PreparationWhisk together mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, shallots, tarragon, and capers in small bowl.

Peach Ice Cream Pie with Amaretti Cookie Crust Recipe IngredientsNonstick vegetable oil spray1 1/3 cups finely ground amaretti cookies (Italian macaroons) plus 1/2 cup coarsely crushed cookies1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted3 pounds firm but ripe peaches, halved, pitted, cut into 3/4-inch-wide wedges1 cup (packed) plus 1 tablespoon golden brown sugar, divided1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice2 1/4 quarts vanilla ice cream (9 cups)2/3 cup chilled heavy whipping creamRecipe PreparationPreheat oven to 350°F.

Grilled Salmon Recipe Adding an entire lemon—skin, pith, and flesh—to the sauce provides it with brightness and texture. Any bitterness from the pith will be offset by the sesame oil and honey. That balance makes it a super versatile condiment that pairs well with grilled or roasted vegetables and is great as a topping for stews and braises come winter.

Savory Bread Pudding with Asparagus, Gruyère, and Fines Herbes Recipe Ingredients1 1-pound loaf French bread, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces1 pound asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths1 teaspoon ground black pepper2 cups grated Gruyère cheese2 cups grated Swiss cheese1 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/3 cup chopped fresh chives1/3 cup choped fresh parsley1/3 cup chopped fresh marjoramRecipe PreparationPlace bread on 2 large baking sheets.

Crispy Thai Pork with Cucumber Salad Recipe The crispy bits are the key to this pork’s deliciousness. Use a wide, flat spatula for the best effect.Ingredients1/2 English hothouse cucumber, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise2 red or green Thai chiles, with seeds, thinly sliced, divided1/2 cup fresh lime juice, divided3 tablespoons vegetable oil6 garlic cloves, thinly slicedFreshly ground black pepper1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon fish sauce (such as nam pla and nuoc nam)2 teaspoons light brown sugar1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves1/2 cup fresh mint leaves2 heads Bibb lettuce, leaves separatedSteamed white rice and lime wedges (for serving)Recipe PreparationToss cucumber, shallot, 1 chile, and 1/4 cup lime juice in a medium bowl; season with salt and set cucumber salad aside.

Candied Nuts with Smoked Almonds Recipe Ingredients6 ounces pecan halves (about 1 1/2 cups)6 ounces roasted skinned almonds, preferably Marcona (not in oil; about 1 1/2 cups)1/4 cup fresh rosemary leaves1 tablespoon unsalted butter2 teaspoons ground coriander1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 ounces smoked almonds (about 1 cup)Recipe PreparationLine a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Lemon and White Chocolate Mousse Parfaits with Strawberries Recipe Ingredients1/2 cup fresh lemon juice4 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel1/4 cup plus 2 2/3 cups chilled heavy whipping cream1 3.5-ounce bar high-quality white chocolate (such as Lindt or Perugina), finely chopped5 cups sliced hulled strawberries (about 2 pounds)Recipe PreparationWhisk egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, lemon peel, and salt in medium metal bowl to blend.

Chicken Piccata Recipe Slices of chicken get dredged in seasoned flour, sautéed in butter, and smothered in an addictively tangy lemon-butter pan sauce studded with salty capers. Lightly flouring the cutlets lets them brown quickly without overcooking and helps thicken the sauce.Ingredients2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts3 Tbsp.