Jason Logsdon's Blog, page 61

Modernist Recipes: Sous Vide Rosemary and Sage Infused Oil

This recipe focuses on the subtle flavors of the rosemary and sage by using a neutral base oil. With a sous vide machine, the infusion process is simple: combine the ingredients, heat, cool and store! What a great flavor enhancing finishing oil for fish dishes! Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Pork with Roasted Apple Pudding Recipe

The combination of apples and pork are a classic pairing in Irish cooking. For this recipe, I roast apples and use the modernist ingredient of agar to turn them into a fun pudding topper for pork. By sous vide cooking the pork, you can consistently serve an extra moist and tender meat entree. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Sous Vide Tarragon, Lemon, and Shallot Vinaigrette

This recipe infuses the flavors of shallot, lemon, and tarragon into a vinegar and then makes it into a light, bright vinaigrette. This pairing adds several base layers of flavor to the fish. For a modernist twist, thicken it into a sauce with xanthan gum! Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Mussels with Curry Foam Recipe

For this recipe I make a foam instead of using the normally thin liquid associated with a dish of mussels. After removing the mussels from their shells, I serve them individually with the curry foam on top. This exceptional mussel bite turns a messy meal into an elegant and easy to eat party food. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Sous Vide Raspberry Infused Vinaigrette

Infused vinegars are a great way to add subtle flavors to vinaigrettes and sauces. When making your own sous vide can compress the infusion process into a matter of hours instead of week or months. I like to use this refreshing raspberry vinaigrette on spinach salad or as a sauce on white fish. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Sous Vide Hanger Steak with Peach Salsa

This family favorite summer recipe tops a flavorful, tender sous vided hanger steak with fresh peach salsa. When using sous vide, a convenient hands-off cooking method to prepare this underutilized cut of meat, you have even more time for relaxation. The salsa is simple to prepare and really highlights the flavor of the peaches while still complementing the steak. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Blackberry-Peach Wrapped Pork Recipe

The star of most of my parties is meat and this blackberry-peach wrapped sous vided pork offering is no exception! It makes a fun presentation besides the additional sweetness and flavor from roasting the fruit complements the pork perfectly. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Cooking Blog: Modernist Potluck: Easter and Passover Weekend

Easter and Passover are both upon us so here's some reading material for you to enjoy when you're not eating, looking for eggs, or enjoying Seder. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Cooking Blog: Modernist Potluck: Spring is Here!

Spring is officially here and I'm not about to let the weather ruin it. Just because it is supposed to snow tomorrow in New England doesn't mean I can't pretend it is spring! Here are some great recipes from around the internet for anyone else trying to shake off the doldrums of winter and move into spring. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Butter Balls Recipe

This brussels sprouts recipe incorporates the tang from blue cheese and the smoke from bacon to prepare a party favorite. By deep frying the brussels sprouts first, you can easily make this dish even fancier! Read the entire entry...