YumSugar

Scream For It! Lemon-Buttermilk Sorbet

Susannah Chen — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 13:25:40 PDT

Even though it's a key component in everything from fried chicken to biscuits, buttermilk has never made the cut as a regular item in my larder. I'll buy it when it's called for in specific recipes, but often wind up with a half-used carton in the refrigerator that sits until it's tossed out. When I had an almost full carton left over from making homemade ranch dressing, I was determined to put the rest of it to good use. A quick online search led me to a recipe for lemon-buttermilk ice cream.
I've never much cared for the sour, goopy taste of buttermilk, but in this sorbet, I absolutely love it. Buttermilk's thickness adds the right amount of heft; its milk content makes for a frozen dessert that's got the smoothness of sorbet, but the translucence of ice milk. Flecks of lemon zest guarantee a clean finish that also makes this sorbet ideal as a palate cleanser during or after meals. I've been eating it every night. Truth be told, my stash is starting to run low. It might be time to stock the icebox with more buttermilk. For the easy recipe, read ahead.

Gwyneth Paltrow Cooks and Talks Magazines, Bathing, Food With Bon Appétit

Allie Merriam — Wed, 18 May 2011 12:00:05 PDT

Gwyneth Paltrow showed off her amazing shape in a tight blue dress for Bon Appétit's June issue, the first from new editor Adam Rapoport. She chatted all about her recently released cookbook, My Father's Daughter, though Gwyneth also shared details about her personal life. The jet-setting mom of 7-year-old Apple and 5-year-old Moses addressed rumors about her starting a magazine, admitted to not having time to bathe, and revealed her food philosophy. She also shared a few of her favorite recipes contained in the publication, including how to make corn vichyssoise, peach cooler, strawberry shortcake sliders, and more. She's currently home in London hanging out with girlfriends like Stella McCartney and Gwen Stefani. Before the musician headed with husband Gavin Rossdale to Cannes. Gwyneth's own rocker significant other, Chris Martin, will have to leave the UK in the coming months, though, as he and his band Coldplay were just announced as headliners during September's Austin City Limits Festival. Gwyneth Paltrow told Bon Appétit:

On rumors she's starting a magazine: "Don't know how that rumor got into the paper. It could not be further from the truth. I literally do not have time to bathe let alone start a magazine."
On her approach to cooking: "I wouldn't say I'm a very original thinker, but if I have a good experience with something, I'll want to take it further or adapt it in some way. I'm not going to be doing molecular gastronomy; I'm a wife and a mom and a home cook."

Happy Hour: Limoncello Champagne Cocktails

Katie Sweeney — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 15:00:36 PDT

When it comes to brunch drinks, there's nothing like a mimosa, but if you have them on a regular basis (like I do!) for a special occasion such as Easter, it's nice to change things up. My favorite new libation is this amazing cocktail that combines limoncello with mint, lemon juice, and sparkling wine. There's a little bit of work involved because you puree the mint, lemon peel, and limoncello in a food processor - however this can be made the day before the party. Although the recipe serves two, it's pretty easy to increase the proportions of the ingredients. I was worried the sugar rim was going to make the beverage too sweet, but it was just right! It's tart, refreshing, Springy, and just plain wonderful. To get the recipe, read more.

Yummy Links: From Bon Appétit to Momofuku's Wedding Cake

YumSugar — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 10:54:13 PDT

Take a closer look at Bon Appetit's new magazine. - Bon Appétit
Speaking of Bon Appétit, here's what editor-in-chief Adam Rapoport has to say about the relaunch. - Eater
Beware of the office candy jar. - Wall Street Journal
Would you eat this frozen hot dog dish? - Grub Street NY
From speck to salami: a guide to cured meats. - The Kitchn
How to buy a grill. - Huffington Post Food
These chickens sure are beautiful. - The Atlantic
Watch Momofuku Milk Bar's Christina Tosi make wedding cake! - The Feast NY

Source

Fun Serving Idea: Mini Brownie Sundae Bites

Katie Sweeney — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 03:15:52 PST

How cute is this awesome idea for a one-bite dessert? Lauren shared it in the Savory Sights group group in the Yum Community. She says:

I am currently obsessed with Bon Appetit's brown butter brownie recipe and made them for another dinner party! They are super easy to make ahead and this time I used walnuts and even threw in a quarter cup of quality chocolate chips. For a new take on the presentation, I cut the brownies into bite-sized pieces and then used my 1-inch tablespoon stainless scoop (I usually use it for cookie dough) for the ice cream. For just a little more interest, I shaved some 70% cocoa Venezuelan chocolate across the top. The result was perfect everyone quickly gobbled up all of the mini brownie bites with a fight for the last one! Always a sign of a successful dessert. I think if I was to do again, I might make the mini scoop ahead of time and the refreeze them since the ice cream had started to melt by the last one.

Since I love brownie sundaes, I can't wait to give this miniaturization a try! Do you have an impressive idea for serving food? Share it with us in the community!

Meet the Best Brunch-For-a-Crowd Dish, the Strata

Katie Sweeney — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 04:29:25 PST

If you've never made a strata before, you are missing out! A strata is a casserole brunch dish that consists of bread, eggs, and cheese. Think of it like a savory breakfast bread pudding. Stratas are excellent for entertaining because they can be assembled the night before the party and feed a large crowd. My favorite strata recipe, one that I've served over and over again, is this version. It's got smoked ham, artichoke hearts, and three different kinds of cheese. To make it vegetarian, simply omit the ham. This recipe is one of my go-tos, and I highly recommend you give it a try. Here's the method.

Life Give You Lemons? Make Cheesecake!

Katie Sweeney — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 04:52:39 PST

There's no better time for lemons to star as the main ingredient in a dessert than now. The sunny citrus is in season, and if you love their bright and refreshing tartness, you've got to try this recipe for lemon ginger cheesecake. It's quite possibly the best cheesecake I've ever made! It's creamy, light, and fluffy with an intense lemon flavor that's accented by bursts of fragrant ginger. There are both crystallized ginger and fresh ginger in the batter, which results in a cheesecake that has a super thick texture. This cake is a stunning finish to a dinner party, so get the recipe now.

Yummy Links: From Bacon to Muskrat

YumSugar — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 13:52:54 PST

The history of bacon in civilization, illustrated. - Voracious
New editor Adam Rapoport has big Bon Appétit changes in store. - Eater
All about Foodily, an ad-free recipe search engine. - Slashfood
10 lucky foods to devour on Chinese New Year. - Chow
Yes, you can: buy great cheese on a budget. - Serious Eats
New York's famed Le Cirque is expanding to India. - Grub Street NY
The dish that celebrates Chinese New Year and the Super Bowl at the same time. - Salon
A primer on the USDA's new dietary guidelines. - The Atlantic
Muskrat, otter, beaver, oh my! Inside a woodland creatures dinner. - New York Times

Bon Appétit Launches New "Bite Me" Campaign

Katie Sweeney — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 10:19:08 PST

Last year, Bon Appétit magazine got a new home and a new editor in chief. Now it's got an irreverent new advertising campaign titled Bite Me. Set to launch next Monday, the promotion includes four city-specific websites in New York, San Francisco, Chicago, and Los Angeles. "With this campaign, we are having fun with a play on words, inviting the advertiser and consumer to take a bite out of Bon Appétit," said William Wackermann, the executive vice president, in a press release. "If they haven't tasted it lately, they will be in for a wonderful surprise, thus conveying a new energy and enthusiasm at Bon Appétit under the new Editor-in-Chief Adam Rapoport." With Bite Me's images of a tattooed arm and lipstick-stained mirror, I'm curious to see where this new direction goes.

How about you? What do you think of the campaign?

Source

Yummy Links: From Jake G. to Canned Tomatoes

YumSugar — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 11:30:29 PST

Actor Jake Gyllenhaal is joining forces with Alice Waters. - Inside Scoop SF
Learn how to turn snow into ice cream. - Eatocracy
Is there such a thing as healthy fast food? - Huffington Post Food
Will you take Ruth Bourdain's etiquette advice? - Chow
Find out what Bobby Flay wants for Christmas. - The Feast
Bon Appétit's new editor is busy hiring a shiny new staff. - Eater
Unsurprisingly, tasting menus are full of calories. - Grub Street NY
Five reasons to love a can of tomatoes. - Serious Eats