All Entries in the "The Yankee Chef" Category
Making whoopie (pie) for Valentine’s Day
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com Here’s rare treat: A Valentine’s Day Whoopie Pie. Thank you to Sweetie Pie’s of Dexter, Me., for creating this one just for the Yankee Chef, and thus for our readers. The owner of Sweetie Pie’s was named 2016 Best New Baker as well as the winner of the premier of the […]
Taste the health: A nutritious and delicious chili
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com This is the World’s Healthiest Chili, so-called because this dish uses the most nutrient-rich legumes, fresh tomatoes and peppers, vegetables that are at the top of the antioxidant list and — with heart healthy pure olive oil — your body will thank you. To make this chili even healthier, use low […]
Fond of chocolate fondues for Valentine’s Day
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com You’ll find below two of my favorite fondues. As we approach Valentine’s Day, consider creating these. There truly is no better “sweetheart” dessert to enjoy with your loved one than decadent fondues. When you see the chocolate dripping down her chin or watching her have to lick the chocolate from her […]
Spicy pumpkin chili nourishes, warms on a chilly day
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com Not too spicy, not too mild. The sweet taste of pumpkin works well to tone down any heat, but if it is fire that you want, simply mince a couple hot peppers and cook along with the onions and bell peppers. Dollop some sour cream on top and sprinkle shredded Monterrey […]
A creamy and cheesy potato dish to add to your favorites
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com These creamy cheddar-potato custards offer just the right amount of sweetness in a a pungent and delightfully silken custard. It is phenomenally creamy, low in fat and ultimately satisfying. 3/4 cup evaporated skim (fat-free) milk 1/3 cup mashed sweet potato 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 egg 2 egg whites […]
Hearty potato dish is a meal-in-itself
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com In the style of the classic Duchess potatoes, I added earthy tones and and a cheesy crust. A little bit of the South rounds off this meal-in-itself and if served with a salad and a hunk of crusty bread, you won’t miss protein. 1 (15-ounce) can collard greens * Nonstick […]
A classic southern pie gets a Yankee twist
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com Jefferson Davis, the only president of the Confederacy, has been punked … with punkin, that is! Want a great, timeless Southern pie with a Yankee influence that tastes exactly like a punkin’chip cookie? Both North and South are equally represented here in a dessert that is outrageously good. Classically, Jefferson Davis […]
Simple but hearty hash takes the chill off
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com All I needed to round this hash off was a cup of coffee. It is so crispy, yet moist and the addition of an apple perked up what could be a salty dish. If you want to cut down on the fat, use fat-free broth and drain the bacon, using nonstick […]
Invite the 3 Sisters to your holiday table
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com This is such a superb and original New England side dish, many of your family and friends won’t want to share. But each half is plenty for two people. The Native Americans had a name for the three important vegetables they lived on and showed the new colonists how to grow. […]
Get kids in the kitchen to make minty pecan sandies
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com Simple, sweet and very easy to make. Let the kids pick out their favorite candy canes, put them in a plastic bag, give them a rolling pin or heavy pot and tell them to give the candy canes a few whacks. If anyone can destroy something, we all know the kids […]
Grab the kids and make these easy cranberry marshmallows
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com These super easy marshmallows are honestly as light and silky as a cloud. They are the best I have ever tasted and the good thing about them, you can use whatever flavors and colors you desire to be festive. Try lime, cherry or lemon, adding more food coloring while beating for […]
Create an unusual holiday dip for apples
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com I do realize many of you will not want to go purchase baby food for this recipe, and that would be a shame. While it is perfect for this dip, if you so desire, simply omit and add 2 additional tablespoons of maple syrup. If you do decide to follow this […]
Smoky, sherried oysters make a perfect holiday soup
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com This is a beautifully flavorful soup for the holidays. The smoky oysters pare perfectly with Brie cheese and adding evaporated skim milk will make you feel just a little better about everything else to follow. 1/4 cup dry sherry 2 teaspoons brown sugar 3 tablespoon butter or margarine, divided 2 […]
In the holiday spirit, make a traditional mincemeat pie
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com I can hear it now: “This is not mincemeat.” Still, you’re in for one heck of a surprise, especially when the aromas of this recipe starts wafting into every room of the house. If you closed your eyes, you would swear you were in your ancestors’ kitchen. If you have any […]
Sweet taste of autumn in candied apple crispy rice treats
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com What is nice about this recipe – other than the fact that I have reduced the butter content by half without affecting the consistency one bit – is that you can prepare simple, classic crispy rice treats by omitting the caramels and jelly completely, but you will have to double the […]
Give your traditional holiday yam dish a Caribbean twist
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com This side dish is perfect to add more depth to your holiday meal. (Yeah, I don’t care to think about how quick it set upon us either). The bold flavors of the Caribbean will certainly have you making this for any of the holidays fast approaching. Nonstick cooking spray 2 pounds […]
Crispy, veggie-rich rosti a perfect fall breakfast
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com A traditional Swiss farmers dish for breakfast, this crispy vegetable-laden recipe is great any time of day and needs no other accompaniment. But if you want to classically enjoy it, add fried or poached eggs on top. 3/4 cup shredded turnip or parsnips 1 large carrot, peeled and shredded 1/4 cup […]
Fat free vegetable bisque a satisfying dish
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com Ever think you would find a delicious, fat free bisque? This appetizing soup is just as creamy as any cream-based soups and one that will leave you just as satisfied. The slightly sweet taste of caramel in the evaporated milk lends perfectly with the natural sugars in the vegetables. If you […]
Add an apple twist to a fall pork peperonata
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com Peperonata is classically an Italian stewed bell pepper dish while the word tartine simply means a slice of bread. So combining both with a little Yankee flair and flavor makes this dish a true fusion recipe. Besides, you can’t go wrong when you can add both blueberries and apples without losing […]
An earthy meal: chops with cracked peppercorn and sage cream
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com The sweet/sour flavor of Bordeaux mustard, made with grape juice, is perfect for this recipe. Other mustards that would be equally pleasing with the supreme flavor of this sage cream would be Dijon-style, hot and spicy German, hot English, earthy whole grain or sweet mustard. 2 tablespoons peppercorns 4 (6-ounce) boneless […]
