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Chocolate Balsamic Chicken Mole

CHOCOLATE BALSAMIC CHICKEN MOLE Ingredients 4 tablespoons Drizzle Extra Virgin Olive Oil5 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs4 cups low-salt chicken broth 1 cup Drizzle Dark Chocolate Balsamic 1 1/4 pounds onions, sliced1/2 cup shelled pumpkin seeds6 large garlic cloves, sliced4 teaspoons cumin seeds4 teaspoons coriander seeds4 ounces dried pasilla chiles,* stemmed, seeded, torn into 1-inch pieces, rinsed1 ounce dried negro chiles,* stemmed, seeded, torn into 1-inch pieces, rinsed1/4 cup dried currants or raisins3-4" strip of orange zest1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon cinnamonFresh cilantro for garnish  DirectionsHeat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a heavy stock pot over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with  with salt and pepper and and sauté in batches until golden brown, about 3 minutes per...

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Chimichurri - The "Other Pesto"

CHIMICHURRI - THE "OTHER PESTO" Directions1 cup firmly packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves3 medium garlic cloves3 tablespoons of packed fresh oregano leaves1/3 cup Drizzle Extra Virgin Olive Oil2 tablespoons Drizzle Champagne Wine Vinegar 1 teaspoon sea salt1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakesIngredientsPlace all the ingredients into the bowl of a food processor. Process until finely chopped but stop short of making a fine paste. Scrape the chimichurri into a bowl and adjust the seasonings as desired.This can be served immediately but it benefits from being allowed to sit for a few hours while the flavors meld in the refrigerator. However, if chilled, return to room temperature before serving.  Use as a bright counterpoint with roasted or grilled...

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Caesar Salad Dressing

CAESAR SALAD DRESSING Ingredients 1/2 cup Drizzle Garlic Olive Oil 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheeseKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper1 egg yolk1 tablespoon juice from 1 lemon4 anchovies1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Directions Combine egg yolk, lemon juice, anchovies, Worcestershire sauce and 1/4 cup parmesan cheese in the in a blender jar or container of a food processor and pulse to combine. With the processor running slowly drizzle in the garlic olive oil until a smooth emulsion forms. Season to taste generously with salt and pepper. Recipe Courtesy Rachel Bradley

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Chocolate Blood Orange Waffles

Chocolate Blood Orange WafflesIngredients:1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour3 tsp. Baking powder1/2 tsp. salt1/4 cup good quality cocoa powder1/4 cup date sugar1 cup plain yogurt2 large eggs4 Tbs. Drizzle Blood Orange Olive OilInstructions:Preheat the waffle iron. Mix together to dry ingredients in a large bowl. Whisk the wet ingredients together in a separate bowl and add to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until no spots of dry ingredients are visible. Use batter immediately in a greased, preheated waffle iron. Serve warm waffles with fresh fruit or with topping off choice.   Recipe Courtesy Rachel Bradley 

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Balsamic Ganache Truffles

  1/2 cup steaming hot heavy cream 1 pinch of sea salt 8 ounces best quality dark chocolate in chip form or chopped 3 Tablespoons Drizzle dark or white balsamic (delicious options include Coconut, Raspberry, Maple, Espresso, Lavender or Traditional Aged) 1/2 cup cocoa powder for rolling the truffles or use 6 oz. tempered (melted chocolate) for coating the truffles Directions Place the chopped chocolate in a medium sized heat proof bowl. Heat the cream and salt in a heavy bottom sauce pan over low heat until it just begins to steam. Do not allow it to simmer or boil. Pour the cream over the chopped chocolate and allow to sit for 2-3 minutes without stirring. Stir the mixture gently...

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