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Jean's Newsletter
Dear Friends,
With summer officially underway, this season is a cook's dream! Local Farmer's Markets are selling abundant fruits, vegetables, cheeses, along with all the best, most flavorful "ingredients" to prepare your favorite salads, salsas, pestos, fruit tarts and even home made strawberry popsicles!
So many varieties of heirloom tomatoes are ripening along with corn on the cob and watermelon. Certain garden fruits and vegetables are best served and eaten only in their prime. Oh, yes! Did know that there are farmer's markets open most days throughout the Chicagoland area? And for you commuters, do stop by the French Market at the Oglivie Train Station. So many fresh organic fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, breads, even the best soaps...and so much more. A real treat to visit and shop for a few prime golden beets, Amish chicken, butter made with goat's milk, and oh, the French breads. I'm hooked!
Now, for a real treat. The Sweet Baby Ray's True Cuisine catering and event consultants want to share our favorite summer entertaining ideas and recipes...here are a few for you to add to your culinary repertoire.
Iced Door County Coffee
by Susan McGhee
Half Heavenly Caramel and Half Dark Roast
Grind, Brew, and Chill overnight
Serve over Ice; Add Cream to taste
The PAT; not BLT
by Maria Collins
Prosciutto, Avocado, and Heirloom Tomatoes on a Toasted French Baguette
Cut on a bias and finish with homemade mayonnaise
Caprese Salad with a twist!
by Mallory Weathers
Marinated then Grilled Red Bell Peppers (in place of tomatoes)
Bocconcini Mozzarella
Fresh Basil (try the small leaf Thai Basil!)
Light drizzle of Olive Oil and Balsamic
Panzanella Salad
by Jamie Thompson
Diced Fresh Tomatoes tossed with salt and pepper
Minced Garlic, Olive Oil, and Balsamic
Let stand for 30 minutes
Fold in cubes of your crusty Farmer's Market Bread
Add Fresh torn basil to finish
True Grilled Chicken Breast
by Jean True
Marinate boneless chicken breasts in True Cuisine Signature Balsamic Vinaigrette
Let stand for several hours; then grill
Served with Jamie's Panzanella Salad, and a grilled mélange of fresh vegetables
Pair with a chilled crisp white wine
Don't forget Dessert!
Halved Michigan Peaches brushed with oil; then grill
Top with a drizzle of farmers market Honey
As always, know that you can call us for new ideas or recipes, and of course, ordering Foodstuffs for your special event. We have such a great culinary team of chefs and Sous chefs. Remember we cook with much passion and serve with pride for you!
Jean in France!
A little side note, I'll be in St.Remy, France this early fall...assisting at a cooking school at the Mas de Cornud. I'm so excited to learn about new recipes, techniques and entertaining ideas. I promise to send emails throughout my stay.
Bon appétit
Jean
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