Jason Logsdon's Blog, page 64

Modernist Recipes: Sous Vide Butter-Poached Beet Salad with Pecans

When cooking sous vide beets it tenderizes them without turning them mushy and this recipes combines them in a walnut and blue cheese salad with Mandarin oranges. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Sous Vide Asparagus Recipe with Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette

Sous vide asparagus is similar to blanched asparagus but ends up with a stronger flavor and slightly firmer texture. It only needs a short cooking time unless the asparagus is really thick. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Sous Vide Filet Mignon Recipe with Blue Cheese Mousse

Sous vide filet mignon, or beef tenderloin, is a super tender, lean cut of beef that is often served as a fancy steak and works great with the low temperature precision cooking. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Techniques: How to Pickle

Pickling is a very old technique that can be used in wonderful and modern ways. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Honey Goat Cheese with Port-Infused Figs Recipe

Honey goat cheese is already light and airy but in this recipe it gets a modernist cooking twist by using a whipping siphon to turn it into creamy clouds. I serve it on small flatbreads with port-infused figs for a fun texture and taste combination! Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Basic No-Knead Flatbread Base Recipe

This basic flatbread recipe is easy to make and has great flavor. Be adventuresome when adding garnishes to the dough, or as toppings either before or after cooking! Flatbreads are always party favorites! Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Seared Tuna Squares Recipe

By using the basic modernist ingredient of xanthan gum this recipe turns tuna into an upscale party favorite for any gathering. I serve the tuna squares with a pickled pear relish and an Asian accent sauce for a pop of flavor. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Equipment: Pressure Cooker Collection

Today pressure cookers are being viewed by home cooks as the new healthy, time-saving, and energy-saving way to prepare food. Moreover, today's pressure cookers have numerous devices built in to guarantee their safe use. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Recipes: Sous Vide Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are a classic holiday dinner staple. Using sous vide helps you ensure they are perfectly cooked and come out tender with loads of flavor. This recipe candies the sweet potatoes for even more flavor. Read the entire entry...

Modernist Equipment: Sous Vide Collection

Sous vide is one of the most popular modernist techniques and one that is pushing modernist cooking into the mainstream. From fancy chefs like Thomas Keller and hit television shows like Iron Chef America and Top Chef to everyday restaurants like Panera, sous vide is popping up everywhere. Read the entire entry...