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RACK OF LAMB

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 Rack of lamb
Course Main Dish
Cuisine French
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Passive Time 15 minutes
Servings
people
Ingredients
Course Main Dish
Cuisine French
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Passive Time 15 minutes
Servings
people
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Season the racks of lamb with salt and pepper. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour. In a bowl, stir together the bread crumbs, rosemary, salt and pepper. In a small bowl mix the mustard, egg and garlic. Preheat an oven to 375°F. Brush the meaty side of each lamb rack with 1 Tbs. mustard mixture.
  2. Pack the bread crumb mixture onto the meaty side.
  3. In a large fry pan over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil until just smoking. Add the lamb racks, bread-crumb side down, and brown on both sides, about 2 minutes per side. (you can prepare the lamb up to a day ahead of time and stop here, then finish 40 minutes before you're ready to eat.) Bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer the lamb to a carving board, cover loosely with aluminum foil and let rest for 15 minutes. Carve the racks into double chops and serve immediately. Place the racks, bread-crumb side up, on a rack in a roasting pan. Transfer to the oven and roast until the crust is nicely browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat, away from the bone, registers 130°F for medium-rare, 20 to 25 minutes, or until done to your liking.
Recipe Notes

When placing the racks in the roasting pan, set them so the bones are crossed at the top. © Galley Chef All Rights Reserved

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SMOKED HADDOCK GRATIN

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Smoked haddock gratin has got to be the easiest and most delicious dish ever.  If you like smoked fish, try this.  It will blow your mind!

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 Smoked Haddock Gratin
Although this dish pairs cheese with fish, which is a big no-no in the culinary world, it is absolutely delicious and served in some of the best restaurants in the south of France.
Course Appetizers, Main Dish
Cuisine French
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings
people
Ingredients
Course Appetizers, Main Dish
Cuisine French
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings
people
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Puree the tomatoes in a food processor. Season with salt and pepper. Divide them equally among 4 ramekins. Chop the fish into 1 inch pieces and fill the ramekins with equal amounts of fish. Pour heavy cream over the fish to cover. Top with a sprinkle of mozzarella and a sprinkle of gruyere cheese. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
Recipe Notes

Recipe Notes Any smoked fish can be substituted for the haddock. Here, I substituted Wahoo. © Galley Chef All Rights Reserved

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STRAWBERRY TART WITH PASTRY CREAM

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A strawberry tart with Pastry Cream is not only a beautiful presentation for any party, it has a springtime essence that everyone loves.

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 Strawberry Tart with Pastry Cream
Scrumptious fresh strawberries make this a spring-time favorite.
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings
Ingredients
For the Tart
For the pastry cream
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings
Ingredients
For the Tart
For the pastry cream
Instructions
For the tart
  1. Combine the flour, sugar, and salt in a small bowl and place in the freezer for 30 minutes. Put the flour mixture in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Add the butter and shortening and pulse about 10 times, or until the butter is in the size of peas. Add the ice water and process until the dough comes together. Dump on a well-floured board and form into a disk. Wrap in plastic and chill for at least 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Roll out the dough and fit into 4 (4 1/2-inch) tart pans with removable sides. Don't stretch the dough when placing it in the pans or it will shrink during baking. Cut off the excess by rolling the pin across the top of each pan. Line the tart shells with a piece of buttered aluminum foil, butter side down, and fill them with dried beans or rice. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove the beans and foil, prick the bottom of the shells all over with a fork, and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes until lightly browned. Set aside to cool.
  2. Before serving, fill the tart shells with the pastry cream. Arrange the berries decoratively on top of the cream. Melt the apricot jelly with 1 teaspoon of water and brush the top of the tarts. Sprinkle with pistachios, if using, and serve.
For the pastry cream
  1. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the egg yolks and sugar on medium-high speed for 4 minutes, or until very thick. Reduce to low speed, and add the cornstarch. With the mixer still on low, slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture. Pour the mixture into a medium saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the mixture thickens, 5 to 7 minutes. Don't be alarmed when the custard comes to a boil and appears to curdle; switch to a whisk and beat vigorously. Cook, whisking constantly, for another 2 minutes; the custard will come together and become very thick, like pudding. Stir in the vanilla, orange liquor, butter, and heavy cream. Pour the custard through a sieve into a bowl. Place plastic wrap directly on the custard and refrigerate until cold. Yield: 2 cups
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Yellow Corn Sauce – Great with fish!

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This silky smooth yellow corn sauce melts in your mouth like butter. If you really want your plate to look beautiful and taste delicious, just pour this sauce in the center of the plate and top with your favorite protein. Try it with seafood, pork or chicken. You’ll have a home run!

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 Yellow Corn Sauce - Great with fish!
A silky smooth sauce that glides on your pallet like butter. It's perfect for everything from seafood to pork.
Course Sauces
Cuisine French
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings
people
Ingredients
Course Sauces
Cuisine French
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings
people
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Cook corn in boiling water for 10 minutes. Cut the corn off the cob and set aside. Heat oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the garlic, shallots and salt. Sauté for 1 minutes. Add the corn and cook for 2 more minutes. Increase the heat to medium high and add the white wine. Cook until reduced ¾ of the way. Remove from heat. Put the mixture into a food process and add the chives and heavy cream. Process until smooth. Strain through a Foley food mill. Add lemon juice. Season with salt to taste.
Recipe Notes

This sauce is perfect for any fish, shell fish, chicken or pork.