Cinnamon swirled bread with the fruity bonus of rum raisin within. For the rum raisins 1 cup raisins ¾ cup dark rum For the dough 1 cup warm whole milk, 100 to 105°F ¼ cup + 2 teaspoons granulated sugar, divided use 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly … Continue reading Rum Raisin Cinnamon Swirl Bread
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Red Wine Cheeseburgers
Juicy burgers spiked with a red wine reduction then topped with melted cheese and red wine caramelized onions. Ingredients 2 cups red wine 2 Tbsp packed light brown sugar 1 large yellow onion thinly sliced 1 large egg 1/3 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs 1 lb ground beef 6 slices provolone cheese 6 hamburger buns Instructions In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine brown sugar and wine stirring until dissolved. Bring to … Continue reading Red Wine Cheeseburgers
Linguine with Shrimp and White Wine
This 20-minute shrimp pasta recipe is sure to become a favorite. Source: Everyday Food, September 2009 INGREDIENTS Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 ounces linguine (about a 1/2-inch-wide handful) 1 tablespoon cold butter, cut into pieces 1 garlic clove, minced Red-pepper flakes 1/3 cup dry white wine 1/4 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined … Continue reading Linguine with Shrimp and White Wine
BAKED CHEESE ON TOAST WITH WINE
INGREDIENTS 2 cups gruyere or 2 cups emmenthaler cheese, grated 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1⁄2cup dry white wine 4slices country bread or 4 slices whole wheat bread 2tablespoons butter 1dash cayenne DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Mix the cheese, eggs and half the wine and spread the mixture over the bread. Melt the butter in a heavy skillet large enough … Continue reading BAKED CHEESE ON TOAST WITH WINE
THE BEST DONUT AND WINE PAIRINGS
IMAGE SOURCE: BABBLE Nothing says a lazy Sunday morning like spreading out your newspaper, choosing the perfect donut, and dunking it in a big mug of … wine? SCREEECH! Okay, so wine and donuts may not be the most obvious pairing, but there’s no reason why two of the best substances on earth should remain apart. … Continue reading THE BEST DONUT AND WINE PAIRINGS
How to Pair Peanuts with Wine
Peanuts can be used in many dishes and enjoyed just as they are. Learn how to pair this popular legume with a wide array of wines. Photo by Beth Galton A peanut isn’t actually a nut, but a legume, the same as beans, peas and lentils. The part that we eat is the seed, which … Continue reading How to Pair Peanuts with Wine
Time To Play Some Wine Games
For those of us who enjoy a little fun and folly, here are several intriguing games all centered around the topic of wine. Trivia Wine Wars: Wine Wars covers the gamut, with categories including, “Vine to Vino” (viticulture and vinification), the “Wine Cellar” (buying, storing and tasting), and Cork Culture (wineries, business and art). Questions like “Which … Continue reading Time To Play Some Wine Games
Red Wine Milkshakes
You like red wine and you like milkshakes so … INGREDIENTS 1 (1.5 quart) Breyer’s Natural Vanilla Ice Cream 1 c. red wine 4 oz. vodka Whipped cream, for serving Maraschino cherries, for serving DIRECTIONS In a blender, blend ice cream, red wine, and vodka until smooth. Divide between glasses and garnish with whipped cream and cherries. … Continue reading Red Wine Milkshakes
Carrot Cupcakes with White Wine Frosting
Last weekend, one of our employees said that they LOVE LOVE LOOOOVE carrot cake. So, we decided to add a Wine Butler twist on this classic dessert. It’s typical to see a carrot cake be paired with cream cheese icing…HOWEVER, that’s when the idea popped into our heads – why not infuse some wine into … Continue reading Carrot Cupcakes with White Wine Frosting