We've all heard that when you cook with wine, all the alcohol "boils off," rendering your final dish innocuous. But is the conventional wisdom true? In short, no. It is true that alcohol boils at a much lower temperature than water (173 degrees Fahrenheit, compared with 212 degrees Fahrenheit), but all that means is that the alcohol in a dish...
The following is a delicious recipe courtesy of Christopher Noel, a Wine Cellar Specialist at Vintage Cellars. This family recipe is the perfect way to slow cook short ribs to tender perfection, and it features a whole bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon! As a side dish, Christopher has also shared his Creamy Gorgonzola Polenta recipe. Garlic mashed potatoes or any of...
Photo Credit: Jason Gibb Here's a delicious recipe perfect for your Thanksgiving meal that will feature your favorite cooking wine! This risotto is a simple but hearty dish that will go well with almost everything on your dinner menu. Wild Rice Mushroom Risotto Ingredients 5 1/2 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion...
Your search for the ultimate holiday party cocktail is over. Spiced wine is the perfect festive beverage to serve at your New Year’s Eve gathering, and to enjoy throughout the holiday season. This traditional drink will warm your guests through and through, and looks impressively festive. But they’ll never know that this beverage couldn’t be simpler to make. Spiced wine...
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