We are often told that red wine goes with meat and white wine goes with fish. There are many exceptions to this rule, and Pinot Noir is one of the biggest. Salmon is a great foil for Pinot Noir because it is rich and oily and the wine tends to be lighter with more elegant tannins. This recipe works beautifully with a brighter Pinot Noir, something that highlights red fruit … [Read more...] about Salmon Patties
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Pasta with Ground Beef Sauce
Looking for a straightforward recipe for a ground beef sauce to top spaghetti or linguine. This one adds a 1/2 cup of dry red wine for added complexity and flavor without any extra work. Pasta with Ground Beef Sauce Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 1 onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes 1 16-ounce can … [Read more...] about Pasta with Ground Beef Sauce
Blue Cheese Steak with Petite Sirah Sauce
Looking for an entrée to go with a robust wine such as Petite Sirah? This steak dish uses Petite Sirah (or another dry red wine) in the sauce, so you are able to further combine complementary flavors. Notes: The Petite Sirah sauce and cheese-panko mixture can be made up to one day in advance, covered and refrigerated. Panko should not be difficult to find in either the … [Read more...] about Blue Cheese Steak with Petite Sirah Sauce
Tawny Port Cranberry Sauce recipe
This take on traditional cranberry sauce will have you reaching for second helpings right away, as the fortified wine adds a sweetness that plays well with the cranberry's natural tartness. I used Thurston Wolfe's nonvintage Tawny, but any Tawny Port should work fine. Makes 2 cups Ingredients: 1 cup Thurston Wolfe NV Tawny Port 1 cup fresh … [Read more...] about Tawny Port Cranberry Sauce recipe