http://www.corkboard.it/ en-us Unknown Incredible vegetarian "chicken" products, direct from England. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 21:14:22 -0500 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/3297 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/3297 Unknown From Epicurious.com 2 (14-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained, divided 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 1/3 cup plain dry bread crumbs 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 soft hamburger buns Accompaniments: sour cream; salsa; lettuce Preparation Pulse 1 can beans in a food processor with mayonnaise, bread crumbs, cumin, oregano, and cayenne until a coarse purée forms. Transfer to a bowl and stir in cilantro and remaining can beans. Form mixture into 4 patties. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Cook burgers until outsides are crisp and lightly browned, turning once, about 5 minutes total. Serve on buns. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 21:15:28 -0500 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/3193 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/3193 Unknown Mmmm.... crack on crackers. Aunt Norma's cheese ball recipe. Thanks Norma!! 8 oz. cream cheese ¼ lb. of butter 1 clove crushed garlic 2 tbsp. chopped onion ¼ cup grated mild cheese ½ tsp. Oregano ¼ tsp. Basil ¼ tsp. Tyme ½ tsp. salt / pepper ¼ cup grated old cheese Cream / cream cheese + butter. Add herbs and cheese. Make a ball and roll in chopped walnuts if desired Refrigerate until firm Serve with crackers, bread, veggies, etc. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 19:44:05 -0500 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/3462 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/3462 Unknown Mon, 19 Jan 2009 20:38:47 -0500 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/2802 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/2802 Unknown Pretty complete directory, well organized http://www.drinksmixer.com/ Tue, 04 Nov 2008 19:34:01 -0500 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/1783 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/1783 Unknown Each spring, fruit lovers eagerly await the first crop of Indian mangoes to hit local markets. Though this superfruit is grown all over the world, enthusiasts favor the varieties that hail from India, where the sacred mango's arrival creates a fever pitch. The Vodka Mango Lassi Makes 1 drink Ice 1 1/2 ounces vodka (try ABSOLUT Mango vodka) 1 ounce whole-milk yogurt 1 ounce one-percent milk 1/2 ounce canned mango pulp (such as Ratna Alphonso brand) 1/2 ounce honey syrup (1 part honey dissolved in 1 part warm water) 2 dashes Regan's Orange Bitters 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated cinnamon Rose water Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka, yogurt, milk, mango pulp, honey syrup, bitters and cinnamon. Shake vigorously and strain into a highball glass. Add 1 large ice cube and top with 3 spritzes (or 1 drop) of rose water. Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:54:05 -0400 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/4046 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/4046 Unknown Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:43:45 -0400 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/6242 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/6242 Unknown Tue, 28 Jul 2009 21:05:32 -0400 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/6281 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/6281 Unknown Offering the ultimate culinary experience while supporting local chefs, food producers, farmers and restaurants, The Urban Element provides a wide range of activities and culinary events that encourage participation and interaction. Lots of fun and educational too. Old Fire Station No.11 424 Parkdale Ave Ottawa ON 613-722-0885 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 14:52:21 -0400 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/6385 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/6385 Unknown Spectacular cheesy southern biscuits in old Montreal Mon, 31 Aug 2009 21:00:10 -0400 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/6829 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/6829 Unknown Makes about 3 dozen Preparation time: 15 minutes Baking time: about 45 minutes Almonds, lemons and olive oil are natural partners in Mediterranean cooking. They flavor both savory dishes and sweets like these Southern Italian cookies. Ingredients - 3 eggs - 1-1/4 cups (300 mL) granulated sugar - 1/3 cup (75 mL) mild-flavored olive oil - 1 tbsp (15 mL) grated lemon rind (can substitue with orange) - 1 tsp (5 mL) almond extract - 2-3/4 (675 mL) all-purpose flour - 2-1/2 tsp (12 mL) baking powder - 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt - 1 cup (250 mL) whole unblanched almonds, coarsely chopped - 1 egg white - 1/2 cup (125 mL) sliced unblanched almonds Preparation 1. In a large bowl, beat eggs; beat in sugar, oil, lemon rind and almond extract. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; stir into egg mixture to make soft sticky dough. Stir in chopped almonds. 2. Turn out onto lightly floured surface. With floured hands, shape into ball; divide dough in half. Shape each piece into a log about 10 inches (25 cm) long. Place 3 inches (8 cm) apart on well-greased large baking sheet; flatten each log to 2-1/2 inches (6 cm) in width, with slightly rounded top. 3. Brush logs with egg white; top with sliced almonds in single layer. 4. Bake in 325F (160C) oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until lightly colored and firm to the touch. Let cool on baking sheet for 10 minutes. 5. Transfer logs to cutting board. With large serrated knife, cut on slight diagonal into 1/2-inch (1 cm) slices. Arrange slices upright, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart, on baking sheet (use two sheets if necessary) 6. Reduce oven temperature to 300F (150C). Bake the slices for 20 to 25 minutes or until dry and lightly browned. Let cool on rack. Store in covered container for up to 1 week. Per biscotti: 119 calories, 5 g fat. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:59:52 -0500 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/9073 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/9073 Unknown 2 tablespoons black sugar (dark muscovado) 1 teaspoon molasses 1/4 teaspoon cocoa powder 1 teaspoon fennel seed, toasted until fragrant and lightly crushed Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Pinch of sea salt 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar For the dates: 6 medjool dates, cut lengthwise in half and pitted 4 ounces aged pecorino, shaved with a vegetable peeler 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped Walnut oil, for sprinkling Lightly cracked black pepper. 1. Arrange an oven rack in the top third of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees. To prepare the glaze, combine 3 tablespoons water, the sugar, molasses, cocoa, fennel seed, two to three grinds of pepper and salt in a small, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Bring to a simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally. Add the vinegar and simmer until just thickened, about 5 minutes. Reserve until ready to use, or refrigerate for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before serving. 2. Place the date halves, cut side up, on a small baking sheet or casserole dish. Lay 6 slices of pecorino on top of each. Sprinkle the walnuts, a few drops of walnut oil and a few cracks of pepper over each date. Bake until the cheese has just started to melt, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and transfer the dates to a serving platter. Drizzle with the black-sugar glaze and serve immediately. Makes 12 date halves. Resipe from NYtimes.com Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:00:31 -0500 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/9121 http://www.corkboard.it/posting/show/9121