Our Recipes — dessert

Panna Cotta with Balsamic Strawberries

Panna Cotta with Balsamic Strawberries

Ingredients1/2 packet unflavored gelatin powder1 1/2 tablespoons cold water1 1/2 cups heavy cream, divided1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract1/2 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped1/3 cup sugar, plus 1 tablespoon4 cups sliced fresh strawberries 2 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepperFreshly grated lemon zest, for serving PreparationIn a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin on 1 1/2 tablespoons of cold water. Stir and set aside for 10 minutes to allow the gelatin to dissolve.In a medium bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup of the cream, the yogurt, vanilla extract, and vanilla bean seeds.Heat the...

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Balsamic-Caramel Sauce over Vanilla Ice Cream

Balsamic-Caramel Sauce over Vanilla Ice Cream

Ingredients1 cup heavy cream1 cup granulated sugar2 tablespoons water, plus more for brushing4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 lemon, juiced1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 quarts vanilla ice cream PreparationBring cream just to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and keep the cream warm. In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, dissolve the sugar with 2 tablespoons of water. As the sugar mixture begins to bubble, watch for crystals developing on the inside of the pan just above the liquid. Using a pastry brush dipped in water, brush the inside of the pan right above the...

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Cherry Balsamic Fudgy Brownies

Cherry Balsamic Fudgy Brownies

Ingredients4 ounces bittersweet chocolate (or carob), chopped3/4 cup butter, cut into pieces1 cup sugar3/4 cup yogurt2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 teaspoons Santa Fe Olive Oil & Balsamic Company’s Cherry Balsamic Vinegar1 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup cocoa or carob powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup semisweet chocolate or carob chunks3/4 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped (optional)Garnish: powdered sugar Preparation1. Preheat oven to 350°. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or nonstick aluminum foil. 2. Melt chocolate and butter in a large saucepan over very low heat. Stir in sugar, eggs, cherry balsamic, and vanilla. Combine flour and next 2 ingredients; stir into chocolate mixture....

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Cranberry Pecan Muffins

Cranberry Pecan Muffins

This recipe takes 20 minutes to prepare, 12 minutes to bake in an oven that is 400F and will make 12 muffins. Ingredients1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 slightly beaten egg3/4 cup milk1/4 cup sugar1/2 sugar3 tablespoons Santa Fe Olive Oil & Balsamic Company’s olive oil1 teaspoon finely shredded orange peel3/4 cup coarsely chopped cranberries1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted PreparationGrease twelve 2 1/2 inch muffin cups and set aside. In a medium bowl stir together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and set aside.In another medium bowl combine...

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