We Cook! Mill’s Tavern Short Rib Sage Polenta

Braised short rib with polenta and garnish.

by Chef Edward Bolus, contributing writer, Mill’s Tavern Short Rib Sage Polenta (Serves 4): This Mill’s Tavern recipe features succulent, slow-cooked beef short ribs in a rich red wine sauce, served over a bed of creamy sage polenta. The robust, comforting dish is the ideal meal for a cozy family dinner at home during these…

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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: Selecting Salmon – Walter Potenza

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by Executive Chef Walter Potenza Friends: The Ask Chef Walter feature is highly popular because it puts you, the reader, within walking distance of a professional Master Chef for all your questions. Last week, Jonathan W from Dumont, New Jersey, asked about a comprehensive guide to selecting the Best Salmon at the store. Here we…

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WE COOK! Mill’s Tavern’s Pan Seared Halibut plus. Valentine’s at 2 restaurants – Chef Edward Bolus

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by Executive Chef Edward Bolus, Mill’s Tavern Restaurant specials for Valentine’s Day – and Recipe for: Pan-Seared Halibut over Winter Puree with Pomegranate Relish and Red Spinach Frisée Salad: This Mill’s Tavern seafood dish features perfectly seasoned pan-cooked halibut fillets served over a smooth, buttery winter puree of butternut squash and carrots. The meal is…

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Ask Chef Walter: Keep these foods out of the refrigerator – Chef Walter Potenza

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Ask Chef Walter Flavors + Knowledge Segment follower Andrew L. from Laramie, Wyoming, inquired about “foods that don’t need refrigeration”.  Here we go, Andrew! Refrigeration is vital to modern food preservation, providing a safe and convenient storage solution for perishable items. While refrigerators are essential in most households, it is important to acknowledge that certain…

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Ask Chef Walter: Mistakes to avoid when buying bread – Chef Walter Potenza

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by Executive Chef Walter Potenza Hello RINT friends: Carol R. from Marshall Minnesota, asked about choosing the right bread when confronted with the many varieties in supermarkets:  Here we go Carol! Buying bread is common for many people, and choosing the right type and quality is essential to suit your preferences and dietary needs. When…

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