http://madeincantal.com Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:53:31 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Soups are the first course in many fine dinners. And there are so many kinds of delicious soup recipes out there.  And with these Soup Shots, you can serve little helpings of different soups and so you have a variety.  With this recipe, you can have a go at not just one kind of soup, [...]]]> http://madeincantal.com/soup-shots/ Fowl meat, in my opinion, is among the flavorful meats in the world. Obviously, I love them. Now, duck is a nice fowl for a main dish. Not only is it flavorful, it is also rich in good stuff such as protein(of course), selenium, and iron. And according to some experts, it’s also less fatty [...]]]> http://madeincantal.com/pan-seared-duck-breast-infused-with-cinnamon-savory-cobbler-of-maple-braised-duck-sweetpotatoes-pecans-brusselssprouts-and-cranberry-jus/   Shrimp and Crab en Croute is among the epitome of French cuisine. Why? Because it’s both visually and gastronomically lovely, that’s why! It may be a bit tedious to prepare but it’s worth every bit of effort you’d put into it, in my opinion. Just make sure to follow the recipe to the letter. [...]]]> http://madeincantal.com/shrimp-and-crab-en-croute/ Gnocchi with Lobster, Peas, and Pumpkin with Sage Butter is a great starter for a dinner with friends. Gnocchi are scrumptious little Italian soft dumplings made with flour, eggs, potatoes, breadcrumbs, and cheese. You can actually buy frozen gnocchi from the supermarket. But you know what the experts say; it’s better if you make them [...]]]> http://madeincantal.com/gnocchi-with-lobster-peas-and-pumpkin-with-sage-butter/ A piece of sirloin steak is not as expensive as tenderloin or filet mignon. However, according to food experts, it is one the most flavorful so it’s still a prime cut.  Now, red meat may not be so popular among health buffs but it does have its good side. Beef is rich in protein and [...]]]> http://madeincantal.com/natural-beef-new-york-sirloin-steak-pan-seared-in-a-cast-ironpan-swiss-chard-potato-and-bean-chili-and-roasted-shallot-jus/ The start of spring is a great time to showcase the sweet tenderness of asparagus. This tasting highlights spears simply cooked at a slow temperature, a creamy soup, and some crisp tempura. Moreover, these delicious asparagus is rich in vitamin K, which aids in the strengthening of bones, blood clotting and could help prevent certain [...]]]> http://madeincantal.com/trilogy-of-summer-asparagus%e2%80%94asparagus-tempura-eight-hour-asparagus-spears-asparagus-cappuccinowith-truffle-foam-and-fennel-croutons/ With all the new varieties and sizes of tomato, a tomato tasting plate is a wonderful and flavorful concept that will please your customers. It is also a great vegetarian item. Tomatoes are packed with vitamin C and is also a source of vitamin A. More importantly, it is rich in lycopene. And lycopene is [...]]]> http://madeincantal.com/a-tasting-of-tomatoes%e2%80%94-tomato-water-olive-oil-poached-tomatoes-tomato-syrup-tomato-pulp-and-tomato-mousse-with-basil-reduction-and-balsamic/ Salmon is absolutely one of my favorite meats. Well, since I only eat few meats, I guess that statement does not have that much weight. Still, I love salmon. I love it not just because it tastes yummy but also because it is full of healthy good stuff. Not only is salmon packed with the [...]]]> http://madeincantal.com/trio-of-salmon-a-tasting-of-salmon-roasted-poached-and-grilled-with-spinach-and-potatoes-parisienne/   Pasta is among the most delightful foodstuffs in the world. Well, at least in my opinion. And pasta with greens is not only a yummy concoction but a very healthy one as well. Let’s check, shall we? Asparagus is high in vitamin K, folate, vitamin C, vitamin A, and various other health benefits. Peas [...]]]> http://madeincantal.com/penne-pasta-with-asparagus-peas-morels-favas-and-tomato-broth/ Bacalao is actually a Portuguese word that literally means “cod” so this recipe is very aptly named. Now, cod is a fish that thrives on the cold waters of the north, specifically the Arctic sea. Its flesh is colored white and, according to food experts, mildly flavored. But should you eat this fish over other [...]]]> http://madeincantal.com/bacalao/