Splurges

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The Classic Lobster Roll

June 30, 2011

Mary Anne here. It has always astonished me that the scavengers of the sea command such ridiculous market prices. A century or so ago, these hard-shelled crawlers were actually considered peasant food, but you’d never know it if you’ve bought Lobster Rolls on the eastern tip of Long Island. Last year, fresh shelled lobster meat [...]

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Corned Beef and Cabbage with a Boozy Peach Glaze (a.k.a New England Boiled Dinner)

March 15, 2011

Mary Anne here. In general, I prefer to prepare most meals from scratch and that includes brining a fresh piece of brisket for homemade Corned Beef. But alas, my day job is interfering with my true love, our little blog, and I simply didn’t have the four days required for brining the beef. Thankfully, my [...]

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Osso Bucco: Braised Veal Shanks

March 3, 2011

Mary Anne here. We’ve been on a real braise-craze of late, but who can blame us, given the wicked winter we’ve endured here on the East Coast. These patiently nurtured, slowly roasted stews and braises have been a shared comfort here at Feast. The following recipe is a total splurge – a la the 1980′s [...]

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Ahi Tuna Poke

April 25, 2010

Mary Anne here. At our most recent family chow-down, my niece, Heidi, whipped up this smashing appetizer in about 10 minutes. Initially I didn’t deem sushi-quality Ahi Tuna Feast-worthy (given its high price tag), but when I saw how far it went in my family of gastronomes, I quickly changed my tune and sweet-talked my [...]

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Gourmet to Go: A Tribute in Recipes

October 6, 2009

The news of Gourmet Magazine‘s untimely demise has left me feeling unexpectedly downtrodden – bereft almost – as though I have lost a beloved friend. The reality is that I, along with all of Gourmet‘s readers, will now trudge on without an invaluable resource in the great wide world of culinary education, edification and enjoyment. [...]

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Japanese Miso Cod

April 20, 2009

Mary Anne here. My daughter loves Japanese food, particularly Miso Cod. She asked me recently if I could create this special dish on the cheap, since it’s pretty pricey when served in a restaurant. Given the $25 price tag, it doesn’t quite fit the budget these days. My research revealed that there are few variations [...]

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Herb and Garlic Chicken with Roasted Figs

April 15, 2009

Mary Anne here. This cold weather – at least in the Northeast – just won’t seem to quit. So while I’d much prefer sharing my favorite spring recipes, instead, I thought I’d share one last farewell to winter. Realistically, this dish works well during any season, but there’s just something about the sweet and savory [...]

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Crab Cakes with Jalapeno Aioli

March 10, 2009

  Mary Anne here. Fluffy and light, I like to pack my crab cakes full of crab, not cake. My kids are definitely biased, but they all agree that this is one of their favorite recipes. This recipe pairs beautifully with Mango Salsa or Mariel’s Sweet Pepper Pineapple Relish. Crab Cakes with Jalapeno Aioli Serves [...]

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Honey and Herb Marinated Filet Mignon

March 3, 2009

Mary Anne here. This recipe became a staple of my catering business primarily because it tastes all the more fabulous when it’s prepped the day before.  The marinade takes less than ten minutes to prepare, it holds for up to 48 hours ahead of time, and is, without question, the most delicious rendition of filet [...]

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Lizzie Dean’s Ultimate Cheesecake with Raspberry Puree

March 3, 2009

Mary Anne here. Over the years, my mother has become famous in her small town for her amazing baking skills. Oftentimes when I phone her on Sunday morning, she’s busy in the kitchen whipping up a batch of mint brownies, fruit pies, or one of her famous cheesecakes. Around the holidays, former colleagues and new [...]

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