Recipes

DAD'S CHEESECLOTH TURKEY (The “Trust Me, It’ll Be Juicy” Edition)

This cheesecloth-wrapped turkey stays unbelievably juicy thanks to a buttery white-wine baste and a dad-approved dry-spice compound butter that melts right into the meat. Stuffed with citrus, garlic, and onions, it roasts low and slow into the most flavorful, foolproof holiday centerpiece you’ll ever make.

HOMEMADE PUMPKIN PIE
This amazing pumpkin pie has a gluten-free crust and is made with homemade pumpkin purée - so much tastier than the canned stuff. It's a little extra effort but so worth it!
PERSIMMON GLAZE & DIPPING SAUCE

A bright, silky persimmon glaze and dipping sauce that balances the fruit’s natural sweetness with a hint of citrus and spice for a vibrant, versatile finish to both savory and sweet dishes.

BAKED NO-BRINE PERSIMMON GLAZED TURKEY

A no-brine baked turkey is roasted to tender perfection and finished with a sweet, aromatic persimmon glaze, served alongside a bright, silky persimmon dipping sauce for an elegant, naturally flavorful centerpiece.

PERSIMMON GLAZE NO-BRINE SMOKED TURKEY

A no-brine smoked turkey finished with a glossy, sweet-tangy persimmon glaze delivers rich, natural turkey flavor enhanced by subtle smoke and bright seasonal fruit.

JALAPEÑO CRANBERRY SAUCE - KICKED UP!
Did you say "Cranberry Sauce"? You'll be craving this jalapeño cranberry sauce recipe non-stop! Sweet with a kick of spicy...
HOMEMADE TURKEY SOUP
Whatever you do, don't throw away your leftover turkey carcass from Thanksgiving! Turn it into this amazing turkey soup, just like Mom used to make! Chock-full of veggies, leftover turkey (of course!), and made with homemade stock. (So easy!)
PUMPKIN SPICED SMOKED BRISKET
Pumpkin spice on brisket, you ask? Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it! My special pumpkin spice dry rub recipe combined with the injected marinade, also with a hint of pumpkin spice, results in the most tender brisket that’s bursting with flavor!  
WILD MUSHROOM TART
A flaky, cornmeal crust filled with a hearty, creamy, mushroom filling. A delicious and savory option for breakfast or brunch!
AUTHENTIC HOMEMADE DUMPLINGS (JIAOZI)
How to make authentic, homemade dumplings (jiaozi in Chinese) filled with a juicy pork and shrimp mixture. This is a great recipe to make as a family!
SHEPHERD'S PIE
I recreated this family favorite that was demonstrated to me. It’s a perfect cold winter day dish or even as part of a New Year's or holiday dinner. It’s filling and a whole meal in one dish. 
THANKSGIVING TURKEY
Your search for the perfect Thanksgiving Turkey recipe is over! Everything you need to know is right here - from the brine to the bake. This is the most flavorful, succulent turkey you'll ever taste! 
ROTISSERIE PRIME RIB with COFFEE CHILI RUB
Prime Rib with the crispy bark on the outside and juicy tenderness on the inside. Cooking on the rotisserie is definitely one of the easiest and tastiest ways to make Prime Rib Roast!
GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY COBBLER
A wonderful addition to any summertime barbecue or potluck, this Gluten-Free Blueberry Cobbler is bursting with juicy blueberries nestled in a sweet, biscuit-like dough. Not gluten-free? Just use all purpose flour in place of the gluten-free and oat flours!
SLIGHTLY HEALTHIER SCALLOPED POTATOES
I tried to make my scalloped potatoes a bit lighter this time by using almond milk and less butter; it’s just as good, trust me! Be sure to get the potatoes really golden brown on top so you get that crispy texture and flavor! Super tasty!
CHEDDAR CHEESE SOUFFLÉ
An amazing, savory soufflé that makes an impressive dinner party starter or an elegant light lunch. If you’ve always been intimidated by soufflés, this recipe is for you! It does take a bit of time to prepare, but the results are well worth it. Once you have the basic steps down, you can use whatever type of firm cheese you’d like. Just be sure to grate it yourself for the best results. 
ROASTED LAMB, CRUSHED POTATOES, AND ASPARAGUS WITH CHARRED SPRING ONION AND HAZELNUT PESTO
Springtime flavors abound in this impressive dinner! Pan roasted lamb rump, crushed new potatoes with garden fresh herbs, and sautéed asparagus with a charred spring onion and hazelnut pesto to bring everything together. 
BLACK TRUFFLE RISOTTO

We were blown away by this Black Truffle Risotto while dining in Singapore and couldn't wait to recreate it at home! Hard working dad chef, Simone Loisi, was kind enough to share his recipe with us. Born in Italy, trained in France, and married to a local Singaporean, he loves teaching others how to make his homeland cuisine.

 

ROASTED LAMB WITH PISTACHIO-YOGURT SAUCE
This pistachio-yogurt sauce is the perfect accompaniment to a simple roasted lamb loin, or any roasted meat! It’s creamy and slightly sweet, with the perfect touch of nuttiness from the pistachios.
BONE IN PRIME RIB WITH OYSTER MUSHROOM BUTTER & CIPOLLINI ONION-OYSTER MUSHROOM SAUCE
As if a bone-in ribeye wasn't delicious enough, try it smothered in Cipollini Onion-Oyster Mushroom Sauce and Oyster Mushroom Butter. Prepare to have your mind and taste buds blown!
GRITS WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH, MUSHROOMS, AND PARMESAN
Wanted to try a risotto-type dish with grits instead of rice. So excited with how this turned out! It's creamy, cheesy, savory goodness!