Roast Filet of Beef with Peppercorn Crust Here is the most reliable the little black dress, if you will of special-occasion dishes. And this filet becomes even more interesting when served, as we suggest you do below, with Mustard Applesauce spooned alongside the...
Spicy Marinated Roasted Turkey Breast Toasting seeds brings out their flavor, and you will be able to identify the cumin and coriander in the Indian marinade we use here. The longer you marinate the turkey, the better: We suggest 24 hours. You will need several...
Roasted Garlic Fresh garlic is pungent and sharp. Roasted garlic is just the opposite sweet and mellow in flavor, silky in texture. Because it has a more subtle flavor, it becomes a lot more cooperative as an ingredient. We think it is a must in some of our sauces and...
Mangia's Vinaigrette When making vinaigrette, always use quality olive oil and vinegar. Vary the vinegar here, if you like. Red wine vinegar has more intensity than white wine vinegar and is good matched with more assertive herbs, such as oregano. Sherry vinegar,...
Herb Mayonnaise You can use any combination of fresh herbs you wish here. The points to remember are (1) only the leaves should be used; (2) they should be well minced; (3) avoid using large quantities of the strong-flavored herbs, such as rosemary, sage, or thyme....
Tapenade You can use tapenade in sandwiches, as a dip, or to dress grilled fish, spread on toast as an appetizer, or swirl into vegetable soup. The powerful flavors of Provence olives and garlic-plus oil- packed anchovies, give it its singular Mediterranean esprit. 2...
Roasted Breast of Turkey Almost anything made with turkey is remarkably popular at Mangia, and that includes sandwiches and panini, salads, and soups. Plain roasted turkey begs for big flavor, and is a wonderful foil for many of the condiments and spreads we include...
Parsley Pesto This can be used in countless ways, and unlike Classic Pesto it can be made year-round because of the availability of parsley. We like this best on sandwiches and panini. The variation with tasty capers with turkey or pork, in particular. 2 cups packed...
Teaberry Gelatin This is retro and wonderful, and nothing at all like the flavored gelatin molds with fruit that you ate as a child. A refreshing mix of fruit teas and fresh berries, it is as pretty as can be and delicious as part of a summer buffet. Just the...
Pear Chutney This is perfectly wonderful with duck, or another poultry. You might also swirl it into a curried soup for an intriguing bit of additional flavor and body. You could also serve it with soft, ripe cheese, like Brie. 1 small white onion2 garlic cloves1...
Classic Pesto If you grow your own basil at home, then you can whir up a batch of this whenever the spirit moves you. It is the flavor of summer, especially when served with home- or locally grown tomatoes. 2 cups firmly packed basil leaves2 garlic cloves3 tablespoons...
This is an elegant combination for fall or winter when you want to fill your home with the aromas of sweet fruit and rich duck cooking. The chutney is an integral part of this dish, a must, lending just the right texture and tartness.
