RECIPES AND TIPS
Keeping with our summer time theme, it was time to do something with the cucumbers growing in our home garden. Pickle relish is a favorite condiment in our house, but with so many undesirable ingredients added in the store bought jar we had on the fridge, it made sense to make a healthier version of our own.
Read MoreMaking your own homemade graham crackers and marshmallows might seem like a long way to go to get everyone’s favorite campfire treat, but believe us, it’s worth it. With every bite you will wonder why you didn’t try it before!
Read MoreA hallmark of the holidays for our family is making Christmas Tea Cakes. It is a tradition that we are passing down to our kids along with my mother's can't-be-beat recipe. If you are looking for the most simple yet absolutely (and literally) melt-in-your mouth delicious bites, this is the answer. As an added bonus, the quick and easy recipe is perfect when you need to get something made fast: the procrastinator's friend!
Read MoreIn prep for the big day, we thought we’d share our Trussing 101 demo, which can be used in cooking any bird, not just a turkey. If you search ‘trussing’ online, you’ll find many variations to this technique, but they all rely upon the same premise: to hold the wings and legs in tight for even cooking and a beautiful presentation. Here’s our version.
Read MoreWhen making your favorite homemade pesto or aioli, it can pay off to know how to achieve a good garlic paste. There’s more than one way to get to the end product, but this is how we do it in our house:
Read MoreWe love this time of year in our home, as it marks the start of all of the holiday baking activity in our kitchen. This recipe is a particular favorite as it not only tastes amazing (filled with a seasonal mix of butternut squash, apples, candied ginger, and raisins), but it also allows the kids to get creative in designing their own jack o’lantern faces….and what a fun treat to serve on a plate!
Read MoreIn its simplest form, homemade pasta can be made quite easily, with just a few ingredients and is delicious. Pasta can also be FANCY! You don’t have to be a pastaia or pastaio (maker of pasta) to turn something simple into something quite elegant. With just a few fresh herbs and some creativity you can turn a simple pasta into a beautiful pasta textile. If you are looking to create a pasta showstopper, this technique is a must try!
Read MoreOur Bake On! Teen Culinary Camp is in full swing and we are baking up a storm. The campers’ creations were too delicious not to share, so here’s a sampling of one of our favorites!
Read MoreWith the school year ending and warmer weather here, let the outdoor fun begin! What better way to welcome the new season than with Hawaiian inspired pork tacos? Whether you want to add a new dish to your cookout menu or looking for a way to zest up your regular tacos, this recipe is a must try!
Read MoreThis dessert is a very rich one and an ideal pairing with a cool scoop of ice cream or freshly whipped cream.
Read MoreThis delicious, airy, and sugary treat is one for the books! It is a testament to “good things come to those who wait.” Meringues, although actually quick to make, get their crispy outside and soft inside from low and slow baking. It’s believed that meringue was first developed by the Swiss, then perfected by the Italians, and then brought to France to claim glory in patisseries across the globe. Although the true history is not confirmed, one thing is for sure: these AMAZING little dollops of goodness will always have a place in my go-to baking repertoire.
Read MoreSt. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate but with a homemade corned beef. Traditional corned beef and cabbage might not be everyone’s pot-of-gold at the end of the rainbow, so we've devised a bit of a twist (or a braid, to be exact) on this old-fashioned dish that will be sure to get your mouth watering. "Corning" beef refers to the grains (or corns) of salt used to cure and preserve meat. The process of preserving meat with salt goes back centuries. In fact, you can find the term “corned” in the dictionary dating back to 1570. For this process, you’ll want to pick up a beef brisket from your local butcher, and get ready for your house to smell amazing.
Read MoreWhen we think of Valentine’s Day we usually think of love, chocolates and roses. This year we decided to combine our love for chocolate and roses into a simple yet beautiful treat. If you are looking for something new to enjoy or to give to a loved one, this recipe is a must try!
Read MoreAt the Baltimore Chef Shop, we are all about using fresh, natural ingredients -- even when it comes to dying our Easter Eggs.
Read MoreThe Chinese New Year is fast approaching and we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than to prepare one classic dish that represents ‘wealth’: Chinese Dumplings. This vegetarian-friendly dish will be a definite crowd pleaser!
Read MoreThe most wonderful time of the year is officially here. With that being said, let the baking begin. If you are looking to add something new to your baking list or to enjoy with a cup of coffee on a chilly day, this simple Rosemary Shortbread Cookie recipe is for you.
Read MoreWith chilly mornings and falling leaves, it’s safe to say that autumn is here and in full swing. Along with the change in season comes a new batch of amazing flavors. If you are a lover of fall like we are, you will definitely love this recipe.
Read MoreTo tide you over until our summer camps, here's a weekend baking project you can do with your kids at home! This how-to for homemade fortune cookies is so sweet and fun -- you handle the baking, while your kids create the fortune! : )
Read MoreValentine's Day is the busiest day of the year for florists. Nearly 200 MILLION roses are produced every year for the holiday! We love flowers just as much as the next person, but around here: we prefer the ones you can eat :) These little beauties are so delicious and so simple... they will totally impress your sweetheart this Valentine's Day!
Read MoreEvery family has their own holiday cookie. Sugar cookies. Gingerbread. Spiced shortbread. There’s something so nostalgic about smelling them bake in the oven, or seeing them sit on the countertop. Around here, the cookies that get us in the holiday spirit are these linzer tarts. They’re so pretty, so sweet and so fun to make with the whole family. Here’s how we do it at the Chef Shop:
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