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Kilt Winter Collards
These greens are treated more like a warm salad than a slow-cooked green. It only works when you have very tender collards, tear of a corner and check how waxy/tough they are before trying. They are quick, hot, and glossy, with just enough richness to feel special, perfect for a winter salad. Ingredients 1 bunch collards, washed and sliced into fine ribbons 1–2 tablespoons schmaltz (or butter, bacon fat, or olive oil) ½ onion, finely minced A small handful golden raisins A sm
George Zaras
Jan 81 min read


Mussels in White Wine Arugula Sauce
Ingredients 2 lb fresh mussels 1 small shallot, finely minced 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced ¾ cup dry white wine 3 packed cups arugula 1 bunch cilantro, parsley 1 tbsp butter 1 lemon Optional but excellent 1 anchovy fillet (for depth, not fishiness) Pinch red pepper flakes (I like a spicy, peppery mussel) Instructions Build the arugula base In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and toast, add anchovy and red pepper flakes if using, letting the anchovy dissol
George Zaras
Dec 18, 20252 min read


Turkey & Dumpling Soup
Ingredients For the Soup 2 tbsp butter or olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 2–3 carrots, sliced 2–3 celery stalks, sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced Preferred herbs - thyme, sage, and rosemary 1 bay leaf 6 cups poultry stock 2–3 cups leftover cooked turkey, shredded or chopped 1–2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Salt & pepper to taste For the Dumplings 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 2 tbsp melted butter ½ cup milk Instructions 1. Sauté the Vegetables In a large
George Zaras
Dec 4, 20252 min read


Chocolate Mousse
A healthy, high protein version! Makes 4 small ramekins, size up as needed 4 boiled eggs - chilled 3 tbsp cocoa powder 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup honey 2 tsp vanilla extract Blend all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Once everything is combined, smell and taste. If it's super eggy, add another teaspoon of cocoa powder and blend again. Pour into individual ramekins and refrigerate. That's it! Notes: I would highly recommend using the best quality cocoa powder and honey yo
George Zaras
Nov 13, 20251 min read


Old-Fashioned Cornbread
Made with fresh milled cornmeal and local honey. Ingredients 1 cup flour 1 cup cornmeal 1/2 cup honey 3 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt...
George Zaras
Oct 10, 20251 min read


Gochujang Potato and Bean Stew
Ingredients 1½ lb potatoes, washed and cut into large bite size pieces 1 large onion, half sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced (Add whatever...
George Zaras
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Chicken Tikka Masala
Ingredients 1 ½ chicken breast cut into cubes 3 tbsp butter or ghee 1 large onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, grated 1 tbsp fresh ginger,...
George Zaras
Sep 11, 20252 min read


Tomato Puff Pasty Tart
Ingredients 1 sheet puff pastry 2 medium onions, thinly sliced 1 tbsp olive oil 1–2 tsp balsamic vinegar 4 oz goat cheese (soft,...
George Zaras
Sep 3, 20252 min read


Curried Chicken Salad
Perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or just eating with a fork over the sink (no shame here). This can be used with leftover roasted...
George Zaras
Aug 8, 20251 min read


Whole Boneless Chicken
This recipe will assume you have purchased a boneless chicken. If you have a whole chicken and would like to tackle deboning yourself,...
George Zaras
Jul 15, 20252 min read
Foolproof BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters
Too hot for the oven? Good. This one's for the grill. Ingredients: 2–3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken leg quarters Salt & pepper Quick BBQ...
George Zaras
Jun 23, 20251 min read


Garlic Scape Pesto Pasta
Ingredients: 1 bunch garlic scapes (about 8–10) 1/3 cup nuts (pine nuts, walnuts, almonds—whatever you’ve got, this year we used...
George Zaras
May 28, 20251 min read


SOUPer Broth
This broth is golden, gelatinous, flavorful, and full of goodness—and if you do it right, it’s beautifully clear. Ingredients: A big pile...
George Zaras
May 1, 20251 min read


Lidia's Italian American Meatloaf
(adapted from from Lidia's Italy in America) Ingredients 2 cups cubed country bread, crusts on 1 cup milk 2 carrots 2 celery stalks 1...
George Zaras
Apr 8, 20251 min read


Magic Custard Cake
This cake creates its own layers of soft sponge and creamy custard—like magic! Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, melted 4 cups milk,...
George Zaras
Mar 18, 20251 min read


Chicken Pot Pie
For the Filling: 4 tbsp butter 1 small onion, diced 2 carrots, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/3 cup all-purpose...
George Zaras
Jan 29, 20252 min read


Pork Birria Tacos
Ingredients 1 big pork shoulder (picnic or boston butt will work) Rendered lard (as needed, will depend on your roast) 4 dried guajillo...
George Zaras
Dec 17, 20242 min read


Sourdough Stuffing
Ingredients: 1 boule sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 8 cups) 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup of butter 1 pound Italian sausage 1 large...
George Zaras
Nov 22, 20242 min read
Jacques Pépin's Mustard Chicken Thighs
Ingredients: 2-4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (Plan for 1-2/person) Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons Dijon...
George Zaras
Nov 4, 20242 min read


Mom's Quiche Lorraine
Adapted from Julia Child. For this recipe, I use sourdough discard crust, but you can make any regular crust. I wouldn't recommend using...
George Zaras
Oct 7, 20242 min read
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