We cook! – Red Stripe’s French Onion Soup – Joe Peticca

A bowl of soup, perfect for recipes or a quick meal, is sitting on top of a plate.

by Joe Peticca, contributing chef, Sous Chef, Red Stripe Red Stripe’s French Onion Soup Red Stripe’s French Onion Soup is c’est magnifique! Enjoy this classic and comforting dish featuring caramelized onions simmered in a rich and flavorful broth topped with a toasted slice of bread or crostini and melted cheese, adding a savory and indulgent…

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Kale Pesto Pasta with Walnuts – Alison Mountford

Green pesto pasta with walnuts and parmesan cheese.

By Alison Mountford, contributing chef INGREDIENTS 1 bunch kale 1/3 cup parmesan 1⁄4 cup walnuts 4 cloves garlic 1 lemon 1 package soba noodles Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Coarsely chop the kale, except for the very thick ends at the bottom (you can toss those out). Plunge the kale into…

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Valentine’s Heart Shaped Pop Tarts – Alison Mountford

Four heart shaped pastries on a cooling rack.

By Alison Mountford, contributing chef 2 whole refrigerated pre-made Pie Crusts (or make your own) 1/2 c. Fruit Jam, Any Variety, plus additional 1 Tablespoon for Icing 1 tbsp. Cornstarch 1 Egg 1 c. Powdered Sugar 1 tbsp. Heavy Cream (or more as needed) Sprinkles INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 400ºF. Line a baking sheet with…

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Instant Pot Potato Leek Soup – Alison Mountford

A bowl of soup with a spoon in it.

By Chef Alison Mountford TOTAL TIME – 30 QUICK TIPS – If you don’t have an Instant Pot, you can make this on the stove top by following the same instructions, simply boil the broth and potatoes until they’re tender. If you want to make this dairy free, use 1 can of coconut milk instead…

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Eggs Benedict with Bacon – Alison Mountford

Two eggs benedict with fruit on a white plate.

by Chef Alison Mountford QUICK TIPS – You CAN make Eggs Benedict. And you should make it on New Year’s Day! My egg poaching trick went viral with almost 2 million views on TikTok – and the blender Hollandaise sauce makes things easy. INGREDIENTS 1 pound bacon 8 eggs (or how many you want to…

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Cheesy Polenta – Alison Mountford

A plate of gnocchi with vegetables and basil.

by Chef Alison Mountford, contributing chef Notes – I love a bowl of creamy Cheesy Polenta on a cold evening. Sometimes I just have a bowl, but if you want to make it a meal, add roasted vegetables or meat. 5 cups water 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 ½ cups yellow corn polenta 3 Tablespoons…

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