Ask Chef Walter: His Majesty, the San Marzano Tomato – Chef Walter Potenza

Steaming tomato soup in rustic pot.

by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer HIS MAJESTY THE SAN MARZANO TOMATO Thanks to its history, connection with the territory, and extraordinary qualities, San Marzano continues to be loved and appreciated worldwide, representing the excellence of Italian cuisine. Friends: The San Marzano tomato stands out in the culinary world with its unique and unparalleled sweet…

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Ask Chef Walter: Pickling eggplant – Walter Potenza

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by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Friends: A tradition of preservation for the winter months, adds techniques, flavors and innovation. Whether you’re new to pickling or continuing a family tradition, this technique is a unique gift.  Preserving vegetables, particularly eggplant, for the winter is a time-honored tradition in many cultures, particularly in Mediterranean and…

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Ask Chef Walter: Turbot Fillet with Cannellini Beans – Walter Potenza

Pan-seared fish with beans and mushrooms.

by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Hello dear readers: this week, I am featuring a recipe with Turbot, a very versatile fish that appears in many restaurants nationally and can certainly make it to your dinner table. Simple to prepare and enriched with lots of flavors. Cooking fish at home leaves many with questions. Keep it…

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Ask Chef Walter: Cooking artichokes – Chef Walter Potenza

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Friends: David L. from Staunton, Virginia, asked about artichoke cooking methods.  Here we go, David! Cooking artichokes can intimidate some people, especially if they’re unfamiliar with the vegetable or have never prepared it. Artichokes have a unique appearance and can seem daunting due to their prickly exterior and the need to remove tough outer leaves…

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Ask Chef Walter: Avoiding common Christmas Cookie blunders – Walter Potenza

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by Master Chef Walter Potenza ‘Tis the season to be baking! As I stand in my kitchen, surrounded by the delightful aroma of cinnamon and vanilla, I can’t help but reminisce about the joyous times spent baking Christmas cookies. However, I’ve learned over the years that creating the perfect batch requires finesse and a keen…

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