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Sous Vide Poached Pears

with Port Wine, Cherries and Gorgonzola Cheese Courtesy of John Biswanger Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 2 firm, ripe pears, peeled, cored, and halved 4 ounces (112 g) gorgonzola cheese, softened 1/2 cup (66 g) dried cherries, chopped 1/2 cup (120 ml) tawny port 2 teaspoons (10 ml) honey 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pure vanilla extract 1/2 cup (60 g) toasted pecans, chopped and lightly toasted 4 sprigs mint, for garnish   INSTRUCTIONS Fill and preheat the SousVide Supreme to 165F/ 74C. In a bowl, mix together the cheese and dried cherries and use one-half of this mixture to fill the cavity … Read More

Herb Roasted Spring Lamb Loin

Courtesy of Chef Jason Wilson of Crush, Seattle, WA Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 2 pounds (1 kg) spring lamb loin, cleaned of silver skin and fat 2 tablespoons (28 g) Kosher salt 3 tablespoons (45 ml) extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons (43 g) unsalted butter 3 tablespoons (45 ml) rosemary leaves 3 tablespoons (45 ml) marjoram leaves ¼ cup (10 g) Italian (flat leaf) parsley ¼ cup (10 g) mint leaves 3 tablespoons (45 ml) chopped chives 1 tablespoons (15 ml) ground fennel seed 1 tablespoon (15 ml) orange zest, grated 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground cumin INSTRUCTIONS Fill and … Read More

Gefilte Fish Sous Vide

Courtesy of Chef Yair Feinberg INGREDIENTS 12 slices (5 ounces/150g) white drum, about 1-1/4 inch/3cm Zest of one lemon Zest of one orange 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil Salt Ground black pepper For the ‘Gefilte’  1 scant pound (500 grams) white drum filet (without bones and skin) 1 onion, peeled and quartered 2 tablespoons (30 ml) flour 2 egg yolks 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sugar 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) coarsely ground black pepper For the fish stock  2 pounds (about a kilogram) fish bones and heads 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil … Read More

Mardi Gras Red Beans ‘n’ Rice

Serves 4 INGREDIENTS For the red beans and rice 1/2 pound (226 g) dried red beans, soaked overnight, rinsed, and drained 1 quart (0.9 l) vegetable stock or water 1/2 pound (226 g) Andouille sausage, sliced 1/2 pound (226 g) cooked ham steak, diced 1/2 large Vidalia onion, peeled and diced 1/2 bell pepper, peeled, seeded, and chopped 4 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) Creole seasoning 1 chipotle pepper in adobo, chopped For the sauce 1 cup (210 g) medium-grain rice 3 cups (720 ml) mushroom stock 1/2 teaspoon … Read More

Sous Vide Bounet

Courtesy of Stefan Boer of Stefan Gourmet SousVide Supreme Recipe Contest Winner Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 12 ounces (350 ml) milk 10 pairs (50 g) Amaretti di Sorrono cookies (plus 2 pairs reserved for decoration) 2 tablelspoons (25 g) cocoa powder, plus a bit more for decoration 1 1/2 ounces (50 ml) dark rum 5 tablespoons (75 g) vanilla sugar* 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar 5 egg yolks *Store granulated table sugar in a tightly-sealed container with previously-used vanilla beans to make your own cheap and delicious vanilla sugar!   INSTRUCTIONS Preheat the traditional oven to 250F/120C. While it’s heating, elevate … Read More

Light A Fire With Your Water Oven

Truly romantic moments are few and far between these days. We’re not suggesting that romance is dead. In fact, we firmly believe that romance is alive and well. The problem is that a romantic gesture involves effort, and modern conveniences have done a remarkable job of simplifying our lives. Text messages are sent in lieu of love letters, the perfect gift can be found via Amazon wishlists, and it’s hard to pine for someone when their every thought is posted on Twitter. This Valentine’s Day, branch out beyond the table for two at an expensive restaurant. Anyone can make reservations … Read More

Halibut Beurre Rouge

…with Shaved Asparagus, Morels, and Heirloom Potatoes Courtesy of Chef Phillip Foss, EL Ideas, Chicago, Illinois Serves 4 Cooking time: 20 minutes INGREDIENTS 4 (6 oz/180 g each) halibut fillets 1 stick (4 oz/113 g) unsalted butter Salt, to taste 4 sprigs thyme For the plating Heirloom Potatoes (recipe follows) Shaved Asparagus with Balsamic Vinaigrette (recipe follows) Morels (recipe follows) Beurre Rouge (recipe follows)   INSTRUCTIONS For the halibut Fill and preheat the SousVide Supreme water oven to 132°F (55.5C). Season the halibut on both sides with salt. Put the fillets, two to a pouch, into small (1 quart/0.9 liter) … Read More

Classic Crème Brûlée

Serves 4 to 6 INGREDIENTS 2 cups (470 ml) heavy cream 4 egg yolks 1/4 cup (57 g) granulated sugar 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pure vanilla extract 3 tablespoons (45 ml) granulated or brown sugar (for finishing)   INSTRUCTIONS To properly set the level of water: Raise the perforated bottom grill by placing it atop a baking rack. Select 4 to 6 ramekins or custard cups that will fit comfortably inside the water oven to cook your custard. Fill them with water and position them on the perforated grill. Fill the water oven with just enough water to come within ¼ … Read More

Chinn Chinn’s Asian Short Ribs

Courtesy of John Tsui (Chinn Chinn, Mattawan, MI) INGREDIENTS For the short ribs 5 pounds (2.3 kg) short ribs trimmed of excess fat 1 recipe dry rub (follows) 1 recipe wet rub (follows) 2 or 3 scallions, chopped for garnish For the dry rub 1/2 cup (120 g) salt 1 cup (192 g) sugar 2 tablespoons (30 ml) mild chili powder 1 tablespoon (15 ml) cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon (15 ml) ground cumin 1 tablespoon (15 ml) garlic powder 1 tablespoon (15 ml) onion powder 1 tablespoon (15 ml) ground black pepper 1 tablespoon (15 ml) ground ginger 1 tablespoon … Read More

4 Resolutions Made Easier With Sous Vide

We’re a little over a week into 2013, and we’re starting to remember why several of our resolutions gave us a bout of déjà vu: we made many of these same resolutions a year ago. As it turns out, resolutions are really hard to keep. This year, resolve to stick to your resolutions with the help of sous vide cooking. Although the SousVide Supreme can’t help you with every resolution (it will not stop me from checking emails at stoplights), it can be immensely helpful when it comes to kitchen-related resolutions. Here are a few of our suggestions: 1. If … Read More

Soy Sauce Chicken Sous Vide

Courtesy of Arthur Chang (siliconvalleysousvide.blogspot.com) Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 1 whole chicken (giblets removed) 3 coins fresh ginger, sliced julienne 4 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed 3 scallions, cut in 2” (5 cm) pieces 2 star anise 1 cinnamon stick 1/2 cup (120 ml) dark soy sauce 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Shao Xing wine 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground white pepper 1/4 cup (48 g) sugar 3 cups (720 ml) water 1 or 2 additional chopped fresh scallions for garnish (You’ll also need a heavy meat cleaver.)   INSTRUCTIONS Fill and preheat the SousVide Supreme or Demi to 148F/ 64.5C. In … Read More

Sous Vide Crème Fraiche

Courtesy of Pam McKinstry (SVKitchen.com)Makes about 1 cup INGREDIENTS 1 cup (240 ml) heavy (whipping) cream (do not use ultra-pasteurized) 2 tablespoons (30 ml) reduced fat buttermilk   INSTRUCTIONS Fill and preheat the SousVide Supreme to 95F /35C. Combine the cream and buttermilk in a sterilized pint Mason jar and seal with a lid. There is no need to heat the mixture. Immerse the jar in the water bath and cook 8 to 12 hours. Remove the jar from the water oven and quick-chill submerged in an ice water bath (half ice and half water) to rapidly reduce the temperature. … Read More