Looking for an hors d’oeuvre to keep your guests busy before you serve dinner? Try this beautiful pastry-encased Brie with apple compote and serve with a selection of North Fork wines. For more Thanksgiving ideas, stayed tuned to Seasoned Fork.

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A bit chilly tonight? Stop into Cuvee Bistro at The Greenporter for a hot “Orchard Toddy” “spiked” with Absolut Brooklyn Ginger-Apple flavored Vodka inspired by Brooklyn’s own Spike Lee. Check out www.seasonedfork.com for the recipe!

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I love fruit desserts that can be served warm during rainy spring or summer evenings. This is an easy dessert recipe that you can make ahead of time and heat just before serving.  The creamy, custardy base with fruit is very satisfying and has less fat and calories than a regular custard.  The whipped cream is a different story and [...]

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As part of my new year’s resolution to relax, eat better and “smell the roses“, I watched an Episode of Iron Chef today.  They featured produce from the White House garden being served up so many different ways by culinary masters like Bobby Flay, Mario Batali and Emeril Lagasse with White House chef Cristeta Comerford.  Despite the players (other [...]

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Apple-Honey Bourekas for Hanukkah Puff pastry is any cook’s best friend.  Especially around the holidays.  You can make your own or you can buy it frozen.  There are several brands that make it without butter so it’s great for a dietary restriction if you are not eating diary.  You can wrap a beef tenderloin with [...]

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