No meal is more special than that which is prepared for and enjoyed alongside those who mean the most in our lives. It’s often both the greatest gift we give and receive. This holiday season I’m celebrating the “Feast of Seven Fishes” alongside the closest of family and best of friends. Together we’re serving up…
Sous Vide, Cajun-Spiced and Smoked Holiday Turkey
This heritage turkey was injected with a roasted garlic-herbed brown butter. Vacuum sealed with a smoked chicken carcass stock. 5hr sous vide at 150°F. The liquids were set aside for a browned gravy, while the turkey was patted dry and rested uncovered in the cooler for 45 minutes to tighten up the skin. The bird…
Live Fire Beurre Biere Oysters
Every time the grill is lit we gift a piece of ourselves to those that surround our flame. This holiday season I’m celebrating the gift of giving alongside my friends at Weber Grills. Together we’re preparing this absolutely stunning grilled oyster feast!! Shucked, simply seasoned, basted beautifully with a creamy beurre biere sauce, then dressed…
Fall Harvest of Slow Roasted and Stuffed Thanksgiving Pie Pumpkins
Slowly roasted stuffed pie pumpkins prepared to tender, sweet and savory perfection over a smoldering inferno of oak and hickory wood. The essence of outdoor cooking during the dwindling days of fall in northern Michigan!! This harvest starts by brushing the carved gourds with a mixture of browned butter, brown sugar, roasted granulated garlic, cinnamon…