DAY Recipe

melon wedges wrapped in prosciutto make a lovely first course; the garlic mashed potatoes, baked tomato halves topped with Parmesan, and an Italian Chardonnay are perfect with the fish. Offer an arugula salad after the main course, and fresh strawberries in grappa with lemon sorbet and biscotti for dessert.

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INGREDIENTS

2 cups whipping cream
2jalapenos, minced (from a jar, not fresh)
1 cup light sour cream
1 tablespoon jalapeno juice
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
2 tablespoons clarified butter
1 ounce monterey jack cheese , shredded (light, if desired)
1 ounce cheddar cheese , shredded (light, if desired)
1 tablespoon flour

DIRECTIONS

In a heavy saucepan on high heat, bring cream to the boil.
Just as it is ready to boil, stir in sour cream until completely blended.
Reduce heat and add chicken and jalapeno juice.
Simmer until heated thoroughly.
Meanwhile, [...]

Active time: 20 min Start to finish: 45 min
The sautéed fennel and carrots is an excellent accompaniment to these chops. Boiled potatoes and sautéed greens would also be a good match.

Serves 4.

INGREDIENTS
for yogurt sauce

1 cup plain [...]

Lamb Kolumbu

Serves 6.

INGREDIENTS
for coconut spice paste

1/2 cup desiccated coconut or3/4 cup freshly grated coconut

8 garlic cloves, finely chopped

2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger

1 cup water

1 tablespoon fennel seeds, finely ground

2 tablespoons ground coriander

1 1/2 teaspoons indian [...]

INGREDIENTS

3egg yolks
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice , if needed (or more)
6-8 ounces very soft unsalted butter
1 dash cayenne pepper
salt , to taste
fresh ground white pepper , to taste

DIRECTIONS

Whisk the yolks, water, and lemon juice in the saucepan for a few moments, until thick and pale (this prepares them for what is to come).
Set the pan over moderately low heat and continue to whisk at reasonable speed, [...]