In the Kitchen

Classic Eggs Benedict

Hollandaise Sauce (Makes Roughly 1 Cup)INGREDIENTS 2 large egg yolks 1 Tbsp water 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1/2 tsp Acala Farms Jalapeño-Lime Cottonseed Oil METHOD In a medium saucepan, bring 2-3 inches of water to a boil. Whisk together egg yolks and water in a medium-sized stainless steel bowl. Place the bowl over the boiling water, making sure the bowl is not touching the water. Whisk until warm. Slowly incorporate the melted butter one tablespoon at a time until all the butter is added and sauce is thickened. Whisk...

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Sweet Guajillo Chicken Kabobs

INGREDIENTS 2 chicken breasts 2 zucchinis, sliced 2 red bell peppers 2 yellow squash 1 red onion 1 box baby portobello mushrooms 1 box cherry tomatoes 3 Tbsp Acala Farms Sweet Guajillo Pepper Cottonseed Oil 1 Tbsp Acala Farms Fresh Roasted Garlic Cottonseed Oil Salt and Pepper, to taste Kabob skewers   METHOD Heat grill to medium-high If using wood skewers, soak in water to prevent burning. Cut chicken and vegetables into evenly sized pieces, about 1-2 inches. In a bowl, combine the salt, pepper, Sweet Guajillo Pepper Cottonseed Oil and Fresh Roasted Garlic Cottonseed Oil. Toss vegetables and chicken in...

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Creamy Coconut Curry Soup

Serve this rich and creamy Coconut Curry Soup with warm pumpernickel bread dipped with whipped honey butter for a truly wonderful and quick evening meal.

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Asparagus & Gruyere Fritatta

INGREDIENTS 1 cup sliced asparagus (about 10 spears), trimmed 1-2 Tbsp Acala Farms Fresh Roasted Garlic Cottonseed Oil  6 eggs 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/4 lb Gruyere cheese, cut into small cubes   METHOD Preheat oven broiler. Microwave asparagus in a little water until tender. In a large, ovenproof nonstick skillet, heat Acala Farms Fresh Roasted Garlic Cottonseed Oil for 30 seconds. Add sliced asparagus and cook for 2 minutes. If using spears, arrange spoke-fashion in the skillet. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, salt and pepper. Pour egg mixture over asparagus and cook on medium for 5 minutes...

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