Cider Brined and Smoked Game Hens
Recipes
This brine technique works equally well with chicken or turkey. Brining is sort of a magical process that adds both flavor and moistness to the meat. Be sure to use the indirect heat method described below and monitor both temperature of the barbecue and the birds with a thermometer.
The objective is to cook the birds slowly enough so that they can pick up a rich smoky flavor. Enjoy a glass of Sonoma-Cutrer Owsley Pinot Noir while you are waiting for the birds to cook.
Filet-of-Beef Wrapped In Parchment with Sauce Bearnaise and Braised Spinach
Recipes
This recipe incorporates a catering technique where beef can be cooked ahead of time. Delicious with Sonoma-Cutrer Vine Hill Pinot Noir .
Turkey Piccata
Recipes
A classic quick Italian recipe, this could be done with any poultry breast. Veal Piccatta, done similarly, was one of the most famous dishes in Italian restaurants from the 1960’s. This delicious alternative is wonderful with The Cutrer Chardonnay.
Lamb with Mint Salsa Verde
Recipes
Salsa verde is a classic Mediterranean condiment flavored with anchovies, capers, and herbs. The rich flavors partner nicely with seared, medium rare lamb chops. This recipe is a perfect match for the Sonoma-Cutrer Vine Hill Pinot Noir.
Curried Shrimp With Crème Fraîche
Recipes
This dish features crème fraîche to temper the spice of the Thai curry paste. The lush flavors of the Russian River Chardonnay will be delicious with this slightly spicy curry.
Halibut Hobo Packs
Recipes
This is a simple cooking technique that can be used for any meaty fish. The idea comes from the days of hobos, those vagabonds of the road, who carried no pots and pans to cook with. Perfect with the Les Pierres Chardonnay.