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Posts for February 14th 2011

That's a Wrap For the 2011 Grammy Awards — Catch Up on All the Fashion, Beauty, and More!
Red Carpet

That's a Wrap For the 2011 Grammy Awards — Catch Up on All the Fashion, Beauty, and More!

The stars of music assembled in LA at the Grammy Awards on Sunday.
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The stars of music assembled in LA at the Grammy Awards on Sunday. The show provided incredible performances, outrageous fashion, and stunning makeup from Gwyneth Paltrow, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Rihanna, and more! Check out all our coverage below!


Red-carpet fashion coverage:

Red-carpet beauty coverage:

Press room coverage, songs to remember, and more!

Recipe For Creamy Carrot Bisque 2011-02-14 22:11:08
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Curried Carrot Bisque

Inspired by Vegetarian Times Curried Carrot BisqueIngredients1-1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 bunch carrots with tops still on, sliced (2 cups) 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and cubed 6 cloves garlic 1 tablespoon curry powder 4 cups vegetable stock 2 cups water 1 medium russet potato, peeled and cubed (1 cup) Directions Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add carrots, red bell pepper, potatoes, and garlic until fragrant and slightly soft, about five minutes, stirring frequently to prevent garlic from browning.
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Inspired by Vegetarian Times

Curried Carrot Bisque

Recipe For Creamy Carrot Bisque 2011-02-14 22:11:08

Ingredients

1-1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 bunch carrots with tops still on, sliced (2 cups)
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and cubed
6 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon curry powder
4 cups vegetable stock
2 cups water
1 medium russet potato, peeled and cubed (1 cup)

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add carrots, red bell pepper, potatoes, and garlic until fragrant and slightly soft, about five minutes, stirring frequently to prevent garlic from browning.
  2. Add in curry powder, and sauté about 1-2 minutes, or until very fragrant.
  3. Pour in vegetable stock, being sure to scrape up all the fond off the bottom of the pan; stir in water.
  4. Let simmer, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are fork-tender, about 45 minutes.

    5. Transfer carefully to a blender, and process until silky smooth, about 2 minutes. Serve warm, and garnish with a carrot top frond.

Serves 6.

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Oyster Chowder Recipe 2011-02-14 14:13:57
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Oyster Chowder

Adapted From Chef David Bazirgan of the Fifth Floor Restaurant Oyster ChowderIngredients½ cup bacon, finely diced 1 Tablespoon butter 1/3 cup onion, finely diced 1/3 cup leek, finely diced 1/3 cup celery, finely diced 1 teaspoons garlic, minced 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 1 cup white wine 4 cups half and half 4 cups chicken broth Salt and freshly ground black pepper 24 East Coast briny oysters shucked (reserve juice) Garnish: ¼ cup celery, finely diced ¼ cup potato blanched ¼ cup fine diced crispy bacon Directions Cook bacon over medium heat in a heavy duty sauce pot until well browned but still fatty, about 8-10 minutes.
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Adapted From Chef David Bazirgan of the Fifth Floor Restaurant

Oyster Chowder

Oyster Chowder Recipe 2011-02-14 14:13:57

Ingredients

½ cup bacon, finely diced
1 Tablespoon butter
1/3 cup onion, finely diced
1/3 cup leek, finely diced
1/3 cup celery, finely diced
1 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 cup white wine
4 cups half and half
4 cups chicken broth
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
24 East Coast briny oysters shucked (reserve juice)
Garnish:
¼ cup celery, finely diced
¼ cup potato blanched
¼ cup fine diced crispy bacon

Directions

  1. Cook bacon over medium heat in a heavy duty sauce pot until well browned but still fatty, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Add the butter, onions, leeks and celery, cook covered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the garlic and cook for one more minute covered.
  4. Add the thyme and white wine, reduce until almost dry, about 7-10 minutes.
  5. Add the half and half and reserved oyster juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. It will be “broken," but it is OK. Blend the soup with a hand-held or counter-top blender. Then strain.
  6. Reheat the oysters in the chowder on very low heat, Do NOT BOIL.
    Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Add the garnish and serve hot.

Serves 6.

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Chipotle's Asian Fast-Casual Concept to Likely Be Called ShopHouse Southeast Asian Kitchen
Food News

ShopHouse Southeast Asian Kitchen: Chipotle's New Asian Concept

Finally, we have an update on Chipotle's new Asian-themed fast-casual eatery slated to open this year.
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Finally, we have an update on Chipotle's new Asian-themed fast-casual eatery slated to open this year. According to Nation's Restaurant News, it's already applied to register ShopHouse Southeast Asian Kitchen for trademark.

With this piece of information, industry analysts are champing at the bit, speculating that the name "strongly hints that the new Asian restaurant will not limit itself to the cuisine of any one country." One expert has even discovered possible restaurant logos.

Are you excited for more details on an Asian-themed eatery by Chipotle?

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What Are You Making For Valentine's Day?
Valentine's Day

Let's Dish: What Are You Making For Valentine's Day?

Happy Valentine's Day! Hopefully by now, you've browsed all the chocolate and aphrodisiac recipes and have decided on a special menu to enjoy with loved ones.
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Happy Valentine's Day! Hopefully by now, you've browsed all the chocolate and aphrodisiac recipes and have decided on a special menu to enjoy with loved ones.

Since it's just me and I try to practice meatless Mondays, I'm making grilled cheese sandwiches. Not just any grilled cheese, but one with caramelized pears and onions and three different kinds of cheese — yum! For dessert, I made chocolate diablo cake. I'll pair both with sparkling Rosé.

How about you? How are you celebrating Valentine's Day? What are you making?

Oyster Shucking Tip
Cooking Basics

Simple Tip: Soak Oysters in Cold Water Before Shucking

One way to affordably enjoy farm-raised oysters is to purchase them at the grocery store and eat them at home.
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One way to affordably enjoy farm-raised oysters is to purchase them at the grocery store and eat them at home. The only problem is, you have to shuck the oysters beforehand! To make shucking quicker, take a tip from my local fishmonger and give the oysters a cold bath. Fill a large bowl with cold water and salt liberally, then add the oysters and soak for 10 minutes. This will liven them up and loosen the shells — making them easier to pop open.

Do you shuck your own oysters? Share your tips with us below!

Taste Test of Wendy's Asiago Ranch Chicken Club
Wendy's

In Review: Wendy's New Asiago Ranch Chicken Club

As Taco Bell reels from recent publicity that its beef isn't real, another chain, Wendy's, is rising to the occasion with a new slogan, "You know when it's real," and a new line of Asiago Ranch Chicken Clubs.
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As Taco Bell reels from recent publicity that its beef isn't real, another chain, Wendy's, is rising to the occasion with a new slogan, "You know when it's real," and a new line of Asiago Ranch Chicken Clubs.

The just-released sandwich, which comes in three variations of chicken — the healthier Grilled, the battered Homestyle, or the fiery breaded Spicy — maintains it's a "bold new take on chicken that's anything but boring." Slashfood put the sandwiches to the test. Did the line live up to its promise, or was it a snooze?

To find out the answer, read the full story at Slashfood.

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Black Russian Cocktail Recipe 2011-02-14 11:53:34
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Black Russian

Adapted from the Mr. Boston Official Bartender's Guide for iPhone Black RussianIngredients1-1/2 ounces vodka 3/4 ounce coffee liqueur, such as Kahlúa Directions Pour over ice cubes into an old-fashioned glass.
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Adapted from the Mr. Boston Official Bartender's Guide for iPhone

Black Russian

Black Russian Cocktail Recipe 2011-02-14 11:53:34

Ingredients

1-1/2 ounces vodka
3/4 ounce coffee liqueur, such as Kahlúa

Directions

  1. Pour over ice cubes into an old-fashioned glass.

Makes 1 drink.

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