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The Music:Gloria in D, R 589
by Antonio Vivaldi
Liszt Ferenc Chamber Orchestra,
Ferenc Szekeres, conductor
Brilliant 92389
The Recipe:This pasta dish is traditional Italian Christmas fare, but as they say at inmamaskitchen.com,
"I serve this pasta dish now on any occasion, year-round. Like my grandmother says, 'Eat! No matter what happens, eat and enjoy'."
Get the lowdown by clicking here.
This week's recipes are underwritten by the Grosse Pointe Fresh Farms Market.
The Music:A Carol Symphony by Victor Hely-Hutchinson
City of Prague Philharmonic, Gavin Sutherland, conductor
Naxos 8.557099
The Recipe:Among the many delights one encounters visiting friends and relatives during the holidays is an assortment of festive cookies to snack on before and/or after the main event.
And whatever your current repertoire, these classy, tasty homemade morsels we found at tasteofhome.com should be a welcome addition to your entertaining menu.
Get the lowdown by clicking here.
This week's recipes are underwritten by the Grosse Pointe Fresh Farms Market.
The Music:The First Nowell, A Nativity Play
by Ralph Vaughan Williams
Joyful Company Singers; City of London Sinfonia,
Richard Hickox, conductor
Chandos 10385
The Recipe:OK, it doesn't have to be flaming, but just imagine this traditional British Christmas delicacy making its way to your table with that brandy-fueled bluish flame hovering above it. Check it out by clicking here.
Bon appetit, and thanks for listening.
This week's recipes are underwritten by the Grosse Pointe Fresh Farms Market.
The Music:Messe de Minuit pour Noel by Marc-Antoine Charpentier
Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, conductor
Erato 85820
The Recipe:
'Tis indeed the season, for sweet and tasty treats at the end of a fine meal, that is. And here's another one that caught our eye on the epicurious.com website.
For whatever holiday you're celebrating, this delicious Honey Cake will be a welcome addition to your dessert table.
To view the recipe just click here.
This week's recipes are underwritten by the Grosse Pointe Fresh Farms Market.
The Music:Oratorio de Noel, Op. 12, by Camille Saint-Saens
Holy Cross Choir, Dresden; Dresden Philharmonic,
Martin Flamig, conductor
Capriccio 10216
The Recipe:With slightly more than 24 hours to Hanukkah, we suggest this clever concoction from epicurious.com and Chef Todd Aarons of Tierra Sur at Herzog Wine Cellars in Oxnard, California.
Spicy and flavorful, these little morsels of briskety goodness could be just the thing to perk up your holiday entertaining.
Let the fun begin by clicking here.
This week's recipes are underwritten by the Grosse Pointe Fresh Farms Market.
The Music:Scherzo from Symphony No. 9 in D Minor
by Ludwig van Beethoven
Cleveland Orchestra, George Szell, conductor
Sony 46533
The Recipe:OK, so maybe this isn't exactly one of Mama Beethoven's favorite recipes, but it is possible she may have served little Ludwig meatloaf once in a while. And it's a safe bet if she ever sampled this version she sure would have been surprised.
So to honor Herr Beethoven's birthday we offer this entree that is sure to delight any meat and potatoes gourmand.
Oh, and the surprise? Rolled up in the meatloaf are hashbrowned potatoes. How about that?
Astonish your family by clicking here.
The Music:String Quintet in C major, D 956, by Franz Schubert
Heinrich Schiff, cello; Alban Berg Quartet
EMI 566 942
The Recipe:Every once in a while the recipe comes to us.
Such is the case with today's Linzer Torte, for which we can thank listener Eve Archinal, who went way above and beyond by providing not only the recipe, but the delicious demonstration of her baking prowess shown below.
Here's Eve's authentic Austrian recipe for Linzer Torte:
2 1/2 cups flour
2 cups finely chopped nuts (use any, or mix walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds or pecans)
1 1/4 cups unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups sugar
3 large eggs; reserve a little beaten egg to brush top of torte
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cloves
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup raspberry jam
You'll need a 1-inch springform pan; oven preheated to 350 degrees F.
Mix dry ingredients including spices; set aside.
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer. Beat in eggs one at ba time. Stir in flour and nut mixture until well blended. Dough will be soft and a little sticky. Set aside 1 cup of batter to use for lattice top.
Spread remaining batter in bottom of springform pan. Spoon raspberry jam on top and spread evenly.
On floured board, shape reserved batter into strips to cover the jam with a lattice. Brush lightly with reserved beaten egg.
Bake on center rack for 45 minutes. After torte cools, dust with powdered sugar.
For best results bake torte 2 days before serving so the flavors can blend.
Enjoy with a cup of coffee. You might want to try a dollop of whipped cream on your coffee, just like they do in Austria.
The Music:Symphony No. 1 in g, Op. 13 "Winter Dreams,"
by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
London Symphony Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, conductor
Philips 446148
The Recipe:
Start out with a nice butternut squash, peeled and chopped.
Add some cider, cinnamon, miscellaneous chopped vegetables and a few other choice ingredients and you've got a powerful antidote to the winter blahs.
To see all the particulars, click here.
The Music:Hodie, A Christmas Cantata, by Ralph Vaughan Williams
Elizabeth Gale, mezzo-soprano; Robert Tear, tenor;
Stephen Roberts, baritone; Choristers of St. Paul's Cathedral;
London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Hickox, conductor
EMI 135 314
The Recipe:
A piping cup of wassail this time of year has a very long history indeed, going back to Beowulf and beyond.
This recipe is a good one for entertaining, because it's very easy to make, tastes great, and can simmer for hours on a stovetop or in your slow cooker throughout your holiday get togethers. In fact it actually gets better the longer it cooks.
Get it started by clicking here.
The Music:Piano Concerto, Memo Flora, Op. 67,
by Takashi Yoshimatsu
Kyoko Tabe, piano; Manchester Camerata,
Sachio Fujioka, conductor
Chandos 9652
The Recipe:Healthy, tasty and there are those who swear it tastes just like steak. Here's what NewOrleansGiglet had to say about it on the allrecipes.com website:
"Easy, great tasting tuna coated with sesame seeds, and quickly seared. This tuna is served rare, so be sure to use a good quality fresh tuna."
It's also interesting to see how many of the reviewers mention what a hit this recipe is with their kids (once they give it a try). Check it out by clicking here.
The Music:Santa Claus, A Christmas Symphony, by William Henry Fry
Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Tony Rowe, conductor
Naxos 8.559057
The Recipe:Now here's something that's guaranteed to make a spectacular impression on your holiday table. It comes from Vicki Melies in Glenwood, Iowa via the Taste of Home website.
Says Vicki,
"A friend of mine shared this fun idea. She made it with purchased frozen dough, and I use a family recipe. The finished loaf looks complicated, but it's actually simple to create."
Ready to dazzle your guests? OK then; just click here.
This week's recipes are underwritten by the Grosse Pointe Fresh Farms Market.
The Music:Symphony No. 5 in E flat, Op. 82, by Jean Sibelius
Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, Neeme Jarvi, conductor
BIS 222
The Recipe:Christmas time is cookie time, and here's a Finnish version of the kind of jam cookie that is found in one form or another in so many cultures.
Nothing too exotic here, just common ingredients with a tangy layer of jam between the cookie layers. Click here for the recipe.
This week's recipes are underwritten by the Grosse Pointe Fresh Farms Market.
The Music:Violin Concerto No. 5 in A major, K. 219, "Turkish
by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Yehudi Menuhin, violin; Bath Festival Orchestra
EMI 767 310
The Recipe:Today to accompany Wolfgang's Turkish concerto we present a vegetarian dish from the Middle East.
As described on the Food.com website,
"It couldn’t be simpler to make, but you can dress it up with optional garnishes of black olives, tomatoes, or hard-boiled egg. Serve alone or with a creamy garlic-lemon yogurt sauce for a perfect complement to any spicy or grilled foods that call for a cooling accompaniment."
You'll find the recipe by clicking here.
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The Music:Symphony No. 3, Op. 38, Symphony of Sorrowful Songs,
by Henryk Gorecki
Dawn Upshaw, soprano; London Sinfonietta,
David Zinman, conductor
Nonesuch 79282
The Recipe:Are you a meat and potatoes person? Then this could be right up your alley. As described by D.J. Ness on the allrecipes website:
"...the beer broth is nothing short of amazing. I like to use whatever is in the fridge. Ales, lagers, and wheat brews work best. Did I mention this is an incredibly easy, one-pot dish that kids love? Hope you like it!"
Just remember, as with all recipes, to use the best quality ingredients you can find. Get the particulars by clicking here.
Smacznego, and thanks for listening.
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The Music:Les Demoiselles de la Nuit by Jean Francaix
Ulster Orchestra, Thierry Fischer. conductor
Hyperion 67489
The Recipe:The title of today's musical entree translates as "The Ladies of the Night," but it's not what you might be thinking.
This is a ballet for a couple of cats.
So what more appropriate accompaninent to our feline friends than these alluring tuna steaks, on a bed of tangy mango salsa?
Get all the particulars by clicking here.
This week's recipes are underwritten by the Grosse Pointe Fresh Farms Market.
The Music:A Hebridean Symphony by Granville Bantock
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Vernon Handley, conductor
Hyperion 66450
The Recipe:Venturing into the world of Scottish cuisine can be quite an adventure. For example, today's offering originated in a restaurant known as The Witchery, in a very romantic hotel just around the corner from Edinburgh castle.
Intriguingly, it's in a building where the "Old Hell Fire Club" held their meetings, which may explain the "carefully set it alight" portion of the recipe (and please, do be careful!).
For the complete lowdown, click here.
The Music:
Harmonium by John Adams
San Francisco Symphony Orchestra and Chorus,
Edo de Waart, conductor
ECM 1277
The Recipe:To accompany the work John Adams wrote to open the then new home of the San Francisco Symphony, here's a classic seafood stew from the City by the Bay.
Of course the key to success here is getting the freshest ingredients possible, so a first-class seafood market is a must. But oh, what joys await your due diligence.
See what it's all about by clicking here.
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