2007 October | Single Guy Chef

“Don’t call it a comeback…”

Posted on 21. Oct, 2007 by singleguychef.

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… as L.L. would say. I think I’ve just dated myself there. So, it took be a bit longer to recover from…”life”, but here I am!
The test went well. I’d like to thank Tom O. for not blowing up my face with that side kick and for not busting my ribs with that jump spinning [...]

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Green Peppercorn Filet with Cream Sauce

Posted on 21. Oct, 2007 by singleguychef.

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Along with steak au poivre, green peppercorn fillet is an absolute favorite of mine. It’s a wonderfully rich sauce that should become one of your staple recipes.
Serves: 3
Ingredients
For the fillet:
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 6- to 8-ounce filet mignon steaks
For the peppercorn cream sauce
1 3/4 cups beef stock or veal stock
1/4 cup chopped shallots
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Baby Green Salad with Herb, Parmesan Phyllo Crisps

Posted on 21. Oct, 2007 by singleguychef.

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The phyllo crisps are a great alternative to croutons. You can use a variety of herbs. Rosemary, oregano, parsley and chives are all great options. Stacking this salad also makes for a great presentation.
Serves: 3
Ingredients
For the herbed, Parmesan crisps:
3 sheets of phyllo dough
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup of melted butter
1/2 teaspoon of freshly [...]

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Coconut Creme Brulee with Coconut Phyllo Crisps and Fresh Mango

Posted on 21. Oct, 2007 by singleguychef.

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A buddy of mine bought me a cookbook he found at a garage sale for $.25 cents. Beats any price of the bargain shelf books I’ve gotten and BN or Borders. Anyway…I found this recipe in the book and thought it was a fun idea to carry the phyllo crisp over into the dessert. [...]