The PERFECT Steak - Interview with Corporate Executive Chef Russell Skall

Preparing The PERFECT Steak w/Chef Russell Skall, Nat'l Executive Chef of Flemings Prime Steakhouse



The national chef of Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Russell Skall, was my guest on The Recipe Box.

The show topics focused on the steps to selecting and preparing the Perfect Steak, as well as a few of Chef Russell’s simple sauces and wicked side dishes.

Chef Russell oversees menu development, supervision of the skilled kitchen staff and the purchase of food products for the restaurants. Fleming's Prime Steakhouse ensures quality and consistency by using only the top 2% of Prime beef available and then they hand cut the steaks daily. Also, Fleming's many recipes are made from scratch using the freshest ingredients, presenting a vast array of flavor profiles and innovative menu choices.

http://www.leftoversteakrecipes.com/

GIVEAWAY ALERT: Chef Russell will be giving away Gift Cards to Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar.

Leave a comment for a chance to win!

THE WINNER IS:

CeCe of Silke Endress Magazine

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Congratulations CeCe!

Interview with Celebrity Chef Janette Barber

Embracing Your Big Fat Ass - Interview with Celebrity Chef Janette Barber

On last night's Recipe Box show I was joined by 6 time Emmy winning producer, writer and celebrity chef, Janette Barber. A four time nominated head writer from the Rosie O’Donnell Show, she has written for the Grammy Awards and the Tony Awards. She was Hot Topics writer on ABC’s The View during Rosie O’Donnell’s tenure there and won a 2008 Daytime Emmy in Special Class writing for her work on that show. Chef Janette's show on the TV Food Network, Lighten Up focused on converting fattening recipes to be lighter healthier and less fattening. She was also a spokesperson and recipe creator for Molly McButter through two ad campaigns. Her current project with solftware company, ElmLife, involves creating a web-based, interactive, artificially intelligent software guide. An animated version of Janette will host the guide and interact with users to help them develop better, healthier eating habits. Also, Janette is the spokesperson for EyeCare America's Feast Your Eyes campaign about how healthier eating habits can preserve eye health. http://www.janettesblog.com/

We discussed her journey through weight loss/gain to finally being able to embrace her true self. Reaching out to other women with similar experiences, Janette has written a candid, yet humorous book. It is all about the importance of self-image to maintaining good health and making proper food choices. We talked about what it was like meeting Tyra Banks and naked video blogging. Also, I got my questions answered regarding Beastly the Cat. So, don't forget to grab your chub-buds and join the B-FAB movement!

Janette shared two groovy recipes on the show for Peanut Butter Cookies (substituting zucchini for shortening) and Cauliflower Pie (without the stink). Visit her blog for copies of the recipes.

Janette's life is so fascinating and the show was so much fun. You don't want to miss it. Catch the archive. Leave a comment below to win a copy of her new book.

GIVEAWAY ALERT: ** Join us and YOU COULD WIN a copy of Janette Barber's book "Embracing Your Big Fat Ass" (Atria) which is humorous self esteem and empowerment for women around the topic of body image.

Leave a comment for a chance to win!

~~ The Winner ~~

CONGRATULATIONS - PATTY WALKER !!

Thanks for listening & leaving your comment on the BTR program page

Cooking for Cancer Prevention with Chef Jill of the Centered Chef

Nourishment Redefined with Chef Jill of the Centered Chef


My special guest for The Recipe Box program was Chef Jill Houk of The Centered Chef. Chef Jill teaches healthy cooking classes to small groups and corporate organizations. Also, she is a media spokesperson, food stylist and consulting chef for Sara Lee Corporation. She has appeared nationally on Good Morning America (ABC), and locally on television stations throughout the country, including WMAQ-TV (NBC, Chicago), WGN (WB, Chicago), WJBK-TV (FOX, Detroit) and KATU-TV (ABC, Portland). Her philosphy: Good nutrition is at the core of fueling a healthy mind, body and soul. With the right foods as part of your healthy lifestyle, you will experience increased physical health, energy and mental awareness. http://www.CenteredChef.com/

Chef Jill shared several FANTASTIC recipes that will build your immune system and boost your energy level. They are quick, easy, colorful and full of vitamins and essential nutrients.

• Edamame Salsa
• Grilled Bison Steak
• Potato-Kale Bake
• Blueberry Relish
• Pasta with Fresh Heirloom Tomato Sauce and Stuffed Squash Blossoms

Edamame Salsa with Grilled Sweet Corn

Makes 4 1/2-cup servings

Ingredients
1/2 cup edamame (soy beans) -- shelled, frozen
2 cups water
1/2 cup red onion -- diced small
1/2 cup tomato -- diced small
1/2 cup grilled sweet corn -- cut from the cob
4 teaspoons parsley -- chopped
4 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Method
In a small sauce pan, boil two cups of water. Add the edamame with a pinch of salt. Cook 5 minutes, drain and rinse under cold water until completely cooled, about 5 minutes.
Add the red onion, tomato, corn, parsley, lime juice and cooked edamame together. Season with salt and pepper.


Blueberry Relish

Makes 6 ¼-cup servings.

Ingredients
¼ cup red onion; diced
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 Tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1½ cups blueberries
Salt and pepper to taste

Method
Mix first five ingredients and let sit 20 minutes to blend flavors. Season to taste with salt and pepper

Visit her website at http://www.centeredchef.com/ and visit The Recipe Box Show website for a copy of these and other recipes.

I can't wait to try them. How 'bout you?

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Enjoy these videos of Chef Jill preparing her Blueberry Relish recipe and her partner at The Centered Chef Food Studios, Chef Ryan Hutmacher, as he prepares Grilled Bison Steak (very lean) with kale and edamame salsa - YUM!

Fire & Flavor - Interview with Gena Knox, Cookbook Author and Co-Founder of FireandFlavor.com

Fire & Flavor - Interview with Gena Knox, Cookbook Author and Co-Founder of FireandFlavor.com


Davis and Gena Knox are on a mission to provide seasoning products for at-home cooks that are both unique and affordable. They focus on quality, simplicity and great taste. Gena's cookbook, Gourmet Made Simple, is packed with quick and easy recipes just as appropriate for everyday dining as they are for entertaining. Simple recipes for appetizers, salads, entrees, sides, and desserts. You’ll find tips on how to grill dishes indoors and out, using flavorful grilling planks and papers. http://www.fireandflavor.com/

Gena and I discussed the How-To of grilling with planks and papers, both indoors and outdoors. Her products are sold in Whole Foods Markets, Krogers, Safeway and online at http://www.fireandflavor.com/. The planks and papers come in two different sizes. The papers are great for grilling vegies and seafood when you only want a "hint" of smokiness. The planks are available in western cedar, maple, alder and oak. Also, they have special brine mixes for the Perfect Turkey, as well as, a 30-minute brine. The spice rubs can be used for extra seasoning in stir-fry, sprinkled over roasted vegetables, and brownie batters. Yum!

Listen to the interview with Gena on The Recipe Box. Her book, Gourmet Made Simple includes all types of recipes (not just for grilling) and is a great resource for everyday cooking. Here is a recipe from the FireandFlavor.com website:

Sesame Cedar Planked Salmon

Place: indoor/outdoor
Prep Time: 5 minutes + soak
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Main Ingredient: Fish/Shellfish
15" Western Red Cedar Grilling Planks

What you'll need:
spicy brown mustard
honey
sesame seeds
4 - 6 ounce salmon fillets
Fire and Flavor Asian Rub
1 Fire and Flavor Cedar Plank Recipe:

Glaze-
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup spicy brown mustard
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon Fire and Flavor Asian Rub

Salmon
4 – 6 ounce salmon fillets
1 Fire and Flavor Cedar Plank

FIRST In a small saucepan set over medium heat, combine glaze ingredients. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until glaze has thickened slightly.

LAST Preheat grill to medium-low heat, about 350°F. Generously brush glaze on each salmon fillet. Place plank on grill, close lid and heat for three minutes. Using tongs, flip plank, and place salmon directly on heated side of plank. Grill with lid closed for 12-15 minutes until salmon is medium or done to your liking.

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Listen to the entire interview on The Recipe Box Show and enter a comment below on this post for a chance to win a copy of Gena's book, Gourmet Made Simple.

Blessings ~ Barbara

The Recipe Box Show on BlogTalkRadio - New Shows! Great Guests! And Prizes!

I have wonderful guests lined up for the show and wanted to post the latest info. Lots and lots of giveaways (I love freebies, don't you?) will be announced each week. I'll be updating this regularly. So be sure to drop by often!

All the programs are broadcast live at 8:00pm ET. Also, you can listen to an archive after the show or download through iTunes. The program and host information are found at www.BlogTalkRadio.com/TheRecipeBox and http://www.blogtalkrecipes.com/.

Thursday, 10/02
Interview with Mr. Ray Karam Senior TasteMaster of Cold Stone Creamery

Ray Karam is the Senior Tastemaster who developed the two base flavors, Marshmallow and Nutter Butter, the wish kids were able to choose from for their creations. Ray Karam is the chef behind Cold Stone Creamery, creating innovative ice cream flavors, such as Red Hot, Wasabi Ginger, Black Licorice, and Key Lime.

Friday, 10/03
Dean West of Florida International University - School of Hospitality & Tourism

We will discuss their unique curriculum and new campus in China.

Wednesday, 10/08
Interview with Chef John LaPuma of ChefMD.com

Wednesday, 10/15
Blog Action Day 2008 - Poverty; Spotlight: America's Second Harvest

Blog Action Day is about changing the conversation for one day to an issue of global importance. It is bloggers, podcasters and videocasters around the world collectively posting on the same issue at the same time, to trigger a global discussion and to bring to bear the diverse opinions and ideas of thousands of different people. On Blog Action Day bloggers, podcasters, videocasters and their audiences will discuss poverty and will be educated and empowered to take their own small positive actions. This day is about discussion, idea generation, and education. In 2008, the Blog Action Day theme is Poverty. Bloggers are free to interpret this as they see fit. Bloggers are invited to examine poverty from their own blog topics and perspectives, to look at it from the macro and micro, as a global condition and a local issue, and to bring their own ideas, views and opinions on the subject.

Wednesday, 10/22
The May Family – Teen Vegetarian Cookbook

Friday, 10/24
Family Friday - Party Planning & Sheer Elegance Bridal Extravaganza!

Morgan Nichol Scott of Envi Consulting & Associates returns with more tips and an update on their special event at the LOFT in Atlanta.

Tuesday, 10/28
Mitchell Kaplan, Co-Founder of the Miami Book Fair Int’l (MBFI) & Lissette Mendez, Program Coordinator, Comix Gallery Event at MBFI

Wednesday, 10/29
Chef Jill Houk of CenterChef.com (The Centered Chef Food Studios)

Chef Jill returns with more tasty, healthy, quick & easy recipes. You'll want to add to your family favorites!

Embracing Your Big Fat Ass - Interview with Celebrity Chef Janette Barber

The Recipe Box Talk Show hosted by Barbara Howard

Thursday, August 28, 2008 @ 8pm ET

I will be joined by 6 time Emmy winning producer, writer and celebrity chef, Janette Barber. A four time nominated head writer from the Rosie O’Donnell Show, she has written for the Grammy Awards and the Tony Awards. She was Hot Topics writer on ABC’s The View during Rosie O’Donnell’s tenure there and won a 2008 Daytime Emmy in Special Class writing for her work on that show.

Chef Janette's show on the TV Food Network, Lighten Up focused on converting fattening recipes to be lighter healthier and less fattening. She was also a spokesperson and recipe creator for Molly McButter through two ad campaigns. Her current project with solftware company, ElmLife, involves creating a web-based, interactive, artificially intelligent software guide. An animated version of Janette will host the guide and interact with users to help them develop better, healthier eating habits. Also, Janette is the spokesperson for EyeCare America's Feast Your Eyes campaign about how healthier eating habits can preserve eye health.

** Join us and YOU COULD WIN a copy of Janette Barber's book "Embracing Your Big Fat Ass" (Atria) which is humorous self esteem and empowerment for women around the topic of body image.





The Recipe Box Talk Show hosted by Barbara Howard