Marinated Fontina Cheese & Grapes on Rosemary Skewers

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Marinated Fontina Cheese & Grapes On Rosemary Skewers

by Nanny Bubby

This recipe was shared by one of our gatherers in our “Gather with Nanny Bubby” Facebook group.  It was so beautiful, and so delightfully easy and fun to make, I had to make it myself.  I give her complete credit, Roseanne Heideman is amazingly artistic both with food and with art.  Enjoy this amazing appetizer! And remember, "Spread Love Like Butter"

Total Time:

1 day

Serves:

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil I use Temecula Olive Oil Company's D/luscious Fresh Lemon
  • 2 Tbsp. white balsamic vinegar I used Temecula Olive Oil Company's Fresh Apple balsamic vinegar
  • 3/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
  • kosher salt
  • 1/2 lb. fontina cheese wax removed, cut into 24 cubes
  • 24 sprig(s) rosemary sprigs
  • 48 single grapes plus a vine of grapes for the center garnish

Directions

  • Prepare the rosemary sprigs by stripping the springs of needles on the bottom half where you will be putting the cheese and grapes later. Set rosemary needles to the side as you will use some in the marinade.
  • Mince enough rosemary needles to measure about 1/2 cup.
  • Create the cheese marinade by adding minced rosemary, red pepper flakes, white balsamic, oil and salt to taste in a bowl. Whisk until combined and add the cheese. Let chill in a ziploc bag or in a covered bowl for 4 hours or overnight, mixing halfway through to help the cheese absorb the flavors.
  • Assemble the skewers by adding a grape, then marinated cheese, then a grape to each skewer. Assemble on a serving platter and enjoy! It is best at room temperature.

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Spicy Citrus Skirt Steak

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Spicy Citrus Skirt Steak

by Nanny Bubby

I get inspired when suddenly I can combine ingredients I don’t ordinarily cook with. To me, Skirt steak has always been salt and pepper and garlic salt, maybe BBQ sauce. I never realized how delicious orange combined with meat actually tastes. This was an award winner for my family! They kept raving and raving about how great it was. Always puts a smile on my face when all I did was just add ginger and orange! So simple, yet such a difference. Enjoy!

Total Time:

30 minutes

Serves:

4

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lb. skirt steak
  • 6 Tbsp, apple cider vinegar or TOOC honey white balsamic vinegar
  • 1 orange juiced
  • 6 Tbsp. coconut aminos or soy sauce (personal preference)
  • 1 Tbsp. Sriracha plus more as needed
  • 1 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and finely grated (about 1 tablespoon)
  • 1 garlic clove finely grated
  • Kosher salt and black pepper
  • 6 Tbsp.. of TOOC fresh blood orange olive oil
  • 2 tangerines satsumas or mandarin oranges, washed, peeled and halved for garnish

Directions

  • Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for two-zone cooking over high heat
  • While the grill is heating, pat the steak dry and cut into 5- to 6-inch pieces with the grain. (This makes it easier to fit on the grill.) Set aside to air-dry while you make the sauce: Squeeze juice from the orange into a bowl or rimmed dish large enough to hold the steak after it’s grilled.
  • When you’re ready to grill, season generously with salt. Grill the steak over direct heat, flipping halfway through, until well browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Grill the tangerines over direct heat, flipping halfway through, until browned, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Set aside the remaining tangerine halves in the rimmed dish with the skirt steak. Once the steak is on the grill, add the vinegar, coconut aminos, sriracha, ginger and garlic, and season with salt and pepper in the rimmed baking dish where the steak will return. Stir to combine.
  • As the steak and tangerine halves finish, add them to the sauce and turn to coat. Squeeze the charred citrus with your tongs to release the juice and the peels into the dish. Let rest for at least 5 minutes and up to 30. Slice the steak against the grain and serve with the sauce.
  • Season to taste with salt, pepper and sriracha.

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Notes

You can dry-brine the steak in advance, which seasons the meat and locks in the juices. Pat the steak dry, season with 1 teaspoon salt, and refrigerate uncovered overnight. Let come to room temperature before cooking. (No need to season with salt again before grilling.)
High is above 450 degrees. You should be able to hold your hand 4 to 5 inches above the grates for 2 to 3 seconds.

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Beet Salad with Whipped Roquefort, Pistachios and Beet Dust

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Beet Salad With Whipped Roquefort, Pistachios And Beet Dust

by Nanny Bubby

I recently tasted this dish at one of our favorite restaurants in Laguna Beach. I am not one for beets, but I have found in the summer they are ubiquitous on many restaurant menus in the southwest. I bit into the salad and the layers of flavors with the beet dust, pistachios and whipped Roquefort layered with the sweetness and yet tartness of the beets just placed me in heaven.
I knew I had to duplicate this recipe even though at the time I never knew there was such a thing as beet dust!!! (better known as beet powder) This is a summer salad winner. Enjoy! Remember, "Spread Love Like Butter"

Total Time:

1 hour

Serves:

5

Ingredients

  • 3 Golden whole beets
  • 3 Red whole beets
  • 4 oz. Roquefort room temperature
  • 3 Tbs. mascarpone cheese
  • 2 tsp. fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tsp. olive oil
  • 2 c. baby arugula
  • 1 Tbs. Olive oil
  • 1 Tbs. fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper
  • ½ c. chopped pistachio nuts
  • 1 Tbs. beet dust
  • 1 Tbs. sugar

Directions

  • Wash the beets thoroughly and trim off the beet leaves. Before cooking, peel the beets and dice them in 1” square pieces. Start with the golden beets and separate them in a separate bowl when finished. Then peel and dice the red beets and place separately from the golden beets. (this is done to keep the red beets from bleeding over and staining the golden beets).
  • Keeping the staining in mind, steam the golden beets in a steamer basket for approximately 25 minutes or until tender and pierces easily with a fork.
  • If you have steamed the golden beets first, you can now add the red beets into the basket of the same steaming water without fear of staining. Again, steam for approximately 25 minutes or until tender enough to pierce with a fork. If desired, chill for 30 minutes or serve room temperature.
  • In a food processor add the Roquefort, mascarpone cheese, lemon juice and olive oil and pulse until combined. Place in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  • In the meanwhile, chop the pistachios into a rough chop, and toss the arugula with 1 Tbs. olive oil and 1 Tbs. fresh squeezed lemon juice, ½ tsp. salt and ¼ tsp. pepper.
  • Plate the arugula and then layer the beets starting with the red beets on the bottom with the golden beets on top.
  • Form the whipped Roquefort with two spoons into ovals and place them onto the platter. If plating individually, place two ovals per salad plate. Sprinkle the pistachios over the top of the plate.
  • Lastly, combine the beet powder and sugar together in a small bowl making the beet dust. Sprinkle the beet dust over the top of the entire salad, especially the Roquefort ovals and the plate so it glistens and shows the beet dust generously. Enjoy!

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Mascarpone & Lemon, Thyme Gnocchi with Thyme Butter Sauce

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Mascarpone & Lemon, Thyme Gnocchi with Thyme Butter Sauce

by Nanny Bubby

Gnocchi looks daunting, but it isn’t. The first time I made it myself I was shocked at how easy it was and how fun it was. When I coached a client through the process, she giggled with joy at how easy it was and how she could wow her guests by making homemade gnocchi. My memory…..we had a great time together working through this recipe and the satisfaction of conquering this recipe will live on in memory and smiles forever! Enjoy!

Total Time:

45 minutes

Serves:

8

Ingredients

  • 1 c. 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
  • 1 c. 4 ounces grated Parmesan
  • 1 tsp. Kosher Salt
  • 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • Zest of 2 large lemons
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 1 large egg yolk at room temperature
  • 3/4 c. all-purpose flour plus extra for forming the gnocchi
  • 1 Tbs thyme leaves
  • 3 Tbs. butter
  • For the Sauce:
  • 1/2 c. unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 Tbs. tarragon
  • 1 tsp. lemon zest
  • 1/4 c. shaved Pecorino Romano cheese

Directions

  • Combine the mascarpone cheese, Parmesan, salt, nutmeg, lemon zest, thyme, egg and egg yolk in a bowl.
  • Beat together using a hand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 1 minute.
  • Gradually beat in the flour until the mixture forms a soft dough.
  • Sprinkle a pie pan or rimmed baking sheet with flour.
  • Drop 1-teaspoon-size pieces of dough into the pie pan using 2 small spoons.
  • Shake the pan gently to cover the dough with flour.
  • Gently roll the pieces of dough into oval shapes.
  • For the Sauce:
  • Meanwhile, cook the butter and salt in a heavy medium skillet until it begins to brown, about 1 minutes. Add the gnocchi and brown each side of the Gnocchi for about 2 minutes per side on medium heat. Remove gnocchi to a plate.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped thyme, tarragon, and lemon zest. And toss gently. Add back in the gnocchi. You can serve it right out of the skillet, and it is amazing. Sprinkle with Pecorino Romano and extra Thyme and serve.

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Fresh Mozzarella-Strawberry Caprese Salad

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Fresh Mozzarella-Strawberry Caprese Salad

by Nanny Bubby

Total Time:

30 minutes

Serves:

9

Ingredients

Honey-Balsamic Vinaigrette

  • 2 1/2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp´. honey
  • 1/4 c. olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Salad

  • 2 bags 5 ounces each fresh baby spinach (about 10 cups)
  • 1 c. fresh basil leaves coarsely chopped
  • 1 lb. fresh strawberries hulled and quartered (3 cups)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 2 containers (8 ounces each) Crave Brothers Farmstead Classics Fresh Mozzarella cheese – Ciliegine (cherry-sized balls), drained and each ball cut in half
  • 1 package (16 ounces) Crave Brothers Farmstead Classics Fresh Mozzarella cheese – Log
  • Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Vinaigrette

  • Whisk balsamic vinegar and honey in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Salad

  • Combine spinach and basil in a large bowl; toss with half of the vinaigrette.
  • Place half of the spinach mixture in a serving bowl. Top with half of the strawberries, tomatoes and fresh mozzarella ciliegine.
  • Drizzle with half of the remaining vinaigrette.
  • Repeat layers, starting with the spinach mixture.
  • Cut fresh mozzarella log lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices.
  • Cut slices with a bunny-shaped cookie cutter, about 2 inches.
  • Garnish salad with bunnies and basil.

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