Ingredients
1 large avocado – peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 Roma tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 red onion, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons red wine vinaigrette dressing
Directions
Stir together the avocado, Roma tomatoes, red onion, and red wine vinaigrette dressing in a bowl.
Ingredients
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 slices provolone cheese, halved
1 Granny Smith apple – peeled, cored and thinly sliced
1 shallot, sliced
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
3 egg yolks
1/3 cup white sugar
1/4 cup white wine
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly oil a baking pan.
Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a large pocket in each chicken breast. (Hint: Cutting close to the smooth side of the breast ensures no holes in the chicken.) Place 1 half-slice of provolone inside each chicken, followed by half of the apple slices, and a small amount of shallot or onion, to suit your tastes. Top with the remaining half slice of provolone. Pull the chicken back together, sprinkle with a small amount of milk, and coat with breadcrumbs. Place stuffed breasts on baking pan.
Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until no longer pink, and juices run clear.
While the chicken bakes, you may start your sauce. In a double boiler over lightly simmering water, combine the egg yolks and sugar. Beat until the yolk lightens and froth forms. Slowly add the wine, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. Remove from the heat and stir in the pecans and vanilla. The sauce looks nice served under the chicken with a small amount drizzled over it.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons minced garlic
4 shallots, chopped
4 cups beef broth
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
1 red chili pepper, minced
4 fresh tomatoes, coarsely chopped
20 fresh basil leaves, torn
2 cups white wine
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup light cream
5 pounds fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded
Directions
Melt butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add garlic and shallots, and cook, stirring constantly, until lightly browned. Add a splash of the beef broth, jalapeno, and red chile pepper, and simmer for a few minutes to blend the flavors.
Add the tomatoes, basil leaves, white wine, and remaining beef broth. Bring to a boil. Dissolve cornstarch in a small amount of the light cream, and pour it and the rest of the cream into the stock pot. Return to a boil, and add the mussels. Cook until all of the shells have opened, about 5 minutes.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon curry powder, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup white wine
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 cup diced mango
Directions
Combine curry powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper. Rub mixture into chicken breasts. Set aside.
In a large, non-stick skillet, combine chicken broth, water, and wine with rice. Stir in brown sugar, dried parsley, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in mango. Arrange chicken pieces on top of rice, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat.
Let stand, covered, until all liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
