Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Cooking with Anolon : Crostini with Fennel Sausage







This time around, its appetizer.It is a sophisticated, yet simple to prepare, dish that’s rich with luscious flavors of Fontina cheese, Italian sausage and Italian parsley. I love sausage, and there's cheeses....what more can I ask for! =D Enjoy everyone!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb Hot Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 5 oz Grated fontina, crumbled robiola or taleggio cheese
  • 1 tsp Fennel seed,coarsely ground
  • 2 tbsp Chopped fresh flat-leaf Italian parsley
  • To Taste Salt
  • 12 slices Rustic, coarse-textured bread, cut into 2 to 3-inch serving pieces

Crostini with Fennel Sausage

Meal: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredient: Pork
Season: Fall
Contributor: Joanne Weir

Directions

Serves 6

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Crumble the sausage in a bowl. Add the crumbled cheese, fennel seeds, parsley and salt to taste.
  • Spread onto the bread, distributing evenly.
  • Place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in the oven until golden and crispy, 15 minutes.

Recipes from Joanne Weir's Wine Country Cooking (Ten Speed Press, 2008)

Sunday, October 18, 2009

Cooking with Anolon : Cheesecake Harlequin



All my friends knows I cant control myself...with cheesecakes! So I am sharing my love, haha....try this guys too! Go try it! =D and do not forget to leave me comments.

Ingredients

Chocolate Chip Cookie Crust

* 4 tbsp Flour
* 2 cups Ground chocolate chip cookies
* 8 tbsp Unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake

* 1 1/2 pounds Cream cheese, at room temperature
* 3 Eggs
* 3/4 cup Sugar
* 4 oz Chopped white chocolate
* 4 oz Chopped chocolate chips

Optional: Chocolate sauce and sweetened whipped cream to serve
Cheesecake Harlequin

Meal: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredient: Dairy
Season: Summer
Contributor: Nick Stellino
Directions

Serves 4-6

* For the crust, mix all the ingredients in a bowl then press the mixture into a 9-inch spring form pan. Press well to cover the entire bottom and the sides of the pan.
* Preheat oven to 325°F.
* In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer, until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in the sugar and the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Fold in the chocolate pieces. Pour the batter into the crust and bake for 1 1/4 hours, or until a knife inserted comes out clean.
* Remove from the oven. Cool, cover and refrigerate at least 5 hours or overnight. Remove it from the pan and serve with the optional chocolate sauce and whipped cream.

Recipe courtesy of Nick Stellino. www.nickstellino.com

Recommended Product
Anolon Advanced Bakeware 9-Inch Spring Form Pan

Product Review


A spring form pan allows you to easily remove a delicate cake such as a cheesecake or torte without damaging it. Ours is made of even-heating heavy weight carbon steel with a nonstick coating to further aid you in easily releasing the cake from the pan.

Product Features

  • Heavier weight for improved durability - helps prevent warping
  • Durable nonstick for quick food release and easy cleaning
  • Dishwasher safe
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Friday, October 16, 2009

Cooking with Anolon : Seared Strip Steak with Shiraz and Green Peppercorn Sauce




Anyone beef lover~??

Take a look, and please remember to post a comment to let me know what you think so I can improve on my posting. =D

Ingredients

  • Two 12-ounce Steaks
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • ½ stick (1/4 cup) Unsalted butter
  • 2 medium Shallots, chopped fine
  • 2 tbsp drained Green peppercorns in brine
  • ¾ cup Shiraz
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Seared Strip Steak

Meal: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredient: Beef
Season: Fall
Contributor: The Gourmet Institute



Directions

4 Servings

  1. Pat the steaks dry and season with salt.
  2. Heat the oil in the skillet over high heat and sear the steaks over high heat, for 3 minutes a side for medium rare meat.
  3. Transfer steaks to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
  4. Pour off all the fat from the skillet, add 1 tablespoon of the butter and shallots and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  5. Add peppercorns and wine and any juices that have accumulated on the steak plate and simmer until liquid is reduced to about 1/3 cup.
  6. Whisk in mustard and remaining 3 tablespoons butter until just incorporated and season with salt to taste.
  7. Slice the steaks, divide among four plates, and serve with the sauce.

Article courtesy of The Gourmet Institute.

Recommended Product

Anolon Advanced Twin Pack 10-Inch and 12-Inch Open Skillets

Product Review

This outstanding twin pack gives you two exceptional pieces of cookware that will enhance and add to any well equipped kitchen. One of the most used pans in any well-equipped kitchen. French skillets have sloped sides so that foods slide out easily. DuPont's Autograph nonstick surface on our Anolon Advanced makes cleanup fast and easy.

Product Features

  • Includes: 10 and 12 inch French Skillets
  • DuPont's Autograph 2 surpasses all other standard nonstick formulas by delivering enduring nonstick performance with superior durability that stands up to the rigors of professional kitchen use.
  • Heavy gauge hard-anodized aluminum offers exceptional gourmet cooking performance.
  • Anolon SureGrip handles, a combination of durable stainless steel and silicone rubber, are durable and ergonomic, providing a soft, confident grip. Oven safe to 400°F.
  • Lifetime Limited Warranty
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Product Review

This 3-1/2-quart saucepan from Anolon offers integrated straining features that set it apart from comparable products by enabling it to effortlessly drain water and other liquids. The crack-resistant glass lid fits snuggly on the pan's body and offers small holes to safely strain petite foods and larger holes for bigger items. It also easily adjusts to trap in steam and prevent moisture from escaping. The pan itself features an integrated pouring spout and heavy-gauge aluminum construction for even heating. The stainless-steel handle provides a strong hold while its silicone rubber coating prevents unwanted slipping. Low-fat cooking, easy food release, and simplified clean-up all result from the double-coated nonstick interior surface. Oven-safe up to 400 degrees F, this mid-sized pan holds 3-1/2 quarts and comes with a limited lifetime warranty. Hand washing is recommended as is the use of rubber, plastic, or wooden utensils.

A clever design for straining, pouring or covered cooking. The lid, made of see-through, break resistant glass, has a deep rim with optional straining holes. To strain, line the holes up with the pan's pour spouts and strain with ease. For covered cooking, rotate the lid to close the holes and moisture will stay inside the pan. To pour, remove the lid and use the pour spouts that are built into the pan body. Regardless of these convenient features, you've got a pan made of even heating hard anodized for great cooking performance plus a rugged nonstick surface inside and out for stress-free cleaning.

Product Features

  • 3-1/2-quart saucepan with integrated straining features; 2-ply nonstick coating
  • Heavy-gauge anodized aluminum construction for rapid and even heating
  • 18/10 stainless-steel handles covered with silicone for a strong, slip-free hold
  • Glass straining lid adjusts for large and small foods; turns to lock in steam
  • Oven-safe up to 400 degrees F; limited lifetime warranty; hand wash
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009

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Anolon Ultra Clad 4-Quart Covered Dutch Oven

Product Review



Combining a modern style with classic, gourmet-quality stainless steel cookware, Anolon's Ultra Clad line of cookware delivers high performance at an exceptional value. This 12-inch open skillet has a nonstick surface that makes for easy food release and clean-up. The sloped sides let you flip foods easily in the pans' large size lets you easily prepare one-dish meals such as chicken curry with rice or pork chops with baby carrots.

Crafted from three layers of metals, the cookware's thick core of heat-conducting aluminum is permanently bonded to gleaming stainless steel on the interior and exterior surfaces. Aluminum extends up the sides as well, ensuring heat distribution. It features a polished stainless steel exterior that's stylishly accented with a black, matte-finished nonstick band. The strongly durable polished stainless steel handles are complemented by comfortable silicone rubber for a cool touch. The pan is oven safe to 400 degrees F and is suitable for use on all cooktops, including glass and induction. Dishwasher safe, though hand washing is recommended. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

Treat your loved ones to a nice slow cooked stew or holiday roast. Ready to make even the most ordinary meal a fun, family celebration, the Anolon Ultra Clad 4 quart Dutch Oven is versatile, durable dishwasher safe, induction-ready and highly durable.

Product Features

* Expertly crafted, stylish 12-inch open skillet with nonstick surface
* Stylish exterior combines polished stainless steel with a classic black nonstick band
* Crafted from three layers of metals--two layers of stainless steel sandwiching layer of
heat-conducting aluminum
* Comfortable silicone rubber handle for a cool touch
* Dishwasher safe; oven safe to 400 degrees F; limited lifetime warranty

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Tuesday, October 13, 2009

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Anolon Ultra Clad 10-Piece Cookware Set


Product Review

The ultimate choice of gourmet-quality cookware for consumers who admire the look and benefits of stainless steel. The Anolon Ultra Chef 10-piece set is an exceptional value, including all of the pans needed to equip your kitchen with the most used cooking pieces. Expertly crafted from three layers of metals, the cookware’s thick core of heat-conducting aluminum is permanently bonded to gleaming stainless steel on the interior and exterior surfaces. Aluminum extends up the sides as well, ensuring even heat distribution. Professional stainless steel lids lock in moisture and flavor. The handles are an unparalleled enhancement to traditional clad cookware, combining stainless steel and comfortable silicone rubber. This cookware is uniquely dishwasher safe and easy to clean and is suitable for use on all cooktops including glass and induction. Oven safe to 400°F/204°C, it comes with a Lifetime Limited Warranty. The set includes 1-1/2-quart and 3-quart covered saucepans, an 8-quart covered stockpot, 8-inch and 10-inch skillets, and a 3-quart covered saute pan.

The ultimate choice of gourmet- quality cookware for consumers who admire the look and benefits of stainless steel। The Anolon Ultra Chef 10 piece set is an exceptional value, including all of the pans needed to equip your kitchen with the most used cooking pieces.

Product Features

  • Set includes 1-1/2- and 3-quart covered saucepans, 8-quart covered stockpot, 3-quart covered saute pan with helper handle, and 8- and 10-inch open skillets
  • Stylish exterior combines polished stainless steel with a classic black nonstick band
  • Crafted from three layers of metals--two layers of stainless steel sandwiching layer of heat-conducting aluminum
  • Professional-quality, domed stainless steel lids lock in moisture and flavor; comfortable silicone rubber handles for a cool touch
  • Dishwasher safe; oven safe to 400 degrees F; limited lifetime warranty
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Monday, October 12, 2009

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Anolon Advanced Bronze 10-Inch and 12-Inch Open Skillets

Product Review

Crafted in bronze-hued, hard-anodized aluminum with an exclusive nonstick coating, this twin pack of nonstick skillets is ideal for handling everything from cooking omelets and flipping pancakes to searing steaks, fish and poultry. This set includes 10- and 12-inch skillets. Part of the Anolon Advanced Bronze line of cookware, it's constructed of heavyweight hard-anodized aluminum, which is twice as hard as stainless steel and preferred for its extraordinary durability and fast and even heating. The exterior has a soft bronze coloring, while the interior is coated with DuPont's durable Autograph 2 nonstick surface for easy release of foods. Tested by professional chefs, the nonstick coating has proven to stand up to extended use in a restaurant. A color-coordinated SureGrip handle is made of durable 18/10 stainless steel and covered in a silicone rubber for a safe and heat-free grip. It's oven safe to 400 degrees F. Hand wash. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

One of the most used pans in any well-equipped kitchen. Designed with slopped sides, delicate foods such as omelets and pancakes slide onto your plate like a dream. The skillet is ideal for cooking omelets, flipping pancakes, sautéing vegetables, searing steaks, fish and poultry. The nonstick surface makes cleanup effortless.


Product Features

  • Twin pack of nonstick skillets, includes 10- and 12-inch open frying pans
  • Heavy-gauge hard-anodized aluminum for superior performance with soft bronze coloring on the exterior
  • Restaurant-quality Dupont Autograph 2 nonstick coating
  • SureGrip stay-cool durable and ergonomic handle
  • Oven safe to 400 degrees F; hand wash; limited lifetime warranty

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Sunday, October 11, 2009

Anolon Advanced Ultimate 12-Inch Covered Stir-Fry Pan




Product Review


Designed for cooks who appreciate the best in materials and aesthetics, our Ultimate Pan has sloped sides that allow for fast rotating or stirring of ingredients. The shape is similar to a salad bowl to allow for easy tossing of food.

Product Features

  • Anolon Advanced 12-inch covered pan for stir-fry dishes; durable hard-anodized aluminum construction distributes even heat
  • Nonstick DuPont Autograph 2 interior eases the cooking and cleaning processes
  • Shatter-proof glass lid contains heat for efficient cooking; 10-inch stainless-steel handle with silicone covering
  • Oven-safe up to 375 degrees F; wash by hand, avoiding abrasive cleaners
  • Pan measures 20 by 11-1/2 by 7 inches and weighs 6 pounds; limited lifetime warranty
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Saturday, October 10, 2009

Anolon Advanced 14-Inch Covered Wok with Glass Lid




Product Review


Generous size offers plenty of room for proper stir fry technique which calls for fast rotating or stirring of ingredients. May also be used for deep frying foods like tempura. The glass lid allows you to monitor cooking without lifting the lid.





Product Features

  • Hard-anodized aluminum wok with nonstick coating provides even heating and effortless release
  • Riveted, stay-cool SureGrip handles made of 18/10 stainless steel and silicone rubber
  • Break-resistant, dome-shaped glass lid allows for constant monitoring
  • Washing by hand recommended; oven-safe to 400 degrees F
  • Measures approximately 14 by 17 by 12 inches; limited lifetime warranty

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Friday, October 9, 2009

Anolon Advanced Nonstick Hard-Anodized Aluminum 8-Piece Cookware Set




Product Review

Coated inside and out with Dupont's exceptionally durable, three-layer Autograph nonstick, Anolon Advanced cookware provides heavyweight, professional-quality performance and 21st-century convenience. Pots and pans clean easily, while the rugged nonstick readily releases food. Beneath the nonstick is heavy-gauge, harder-than-steel anodized aluminum. Pot and pan bottoms are left uncoated to conduct heat quickly and prevent hot spots. Bright chrome handles have hanging holes for storage and soft, stay-cool rubber grips for slip-resistance. The grips are deep, narrow, and shaped ergonomically, permitting pans to be used comfortably despite their weight. Break-resistant, domed glass lids permit cooking to be monitored without releasing heat and are oven-safe to 375 degrees F. The cookware's charcoal gray, nonstick exterior has an attractive enamel-like appearance.

This 8-piece set outfits a kitchen with essential pots and pans. It consists of 1.5-quart and 2-quart saucepans with lids; a 2-quart sauté pan; an 8-quart stockpot with a lid; and an 8-inch skillet. This cookware carries a lifetime warranty against defects should be hand washed.




Product Features


  • Set includes 1.5 quart covered saucepan, 2 quart covered saucepan, 8 quart covered stockpot, 8 inch Open French skillet and 10 inch Open French skillet
  • Hard-anodized aluminum with Autograph nonstick coating inside and out
  • SureGrip riveted handles constructed from stainless steel and silicone
  • Break-resistant, domed glass lids permit cooking monitoring
  • Oven-safe to 375 degrees F; limited lifetime warranty; hand wash



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