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Salmon Chronicles: Navigating the Depths of Farmed vs. Wild-Caught, and Mastering the Art of Crispy Skin Searing

This blog compares farmed and wild-caught salmon, covering their taste, texture, and environmental impacts. Farmed salmon is milder and fattier but raises sustainability concerns, whereas wild-caught offers a richer flavor and is better ecologically. Consumer tips on distinguishing them include noting color, texture, and labeling. The post concludes with a guide to searing salmon skin for a crispy finish, highlighting the importance of selection and cooking technique in enjoying salmon.

January 24, 2024

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5-PART BLOG SERIES: FESTIVE STARTERS FOR A CHRISTMAS PARTY – final part

Embrace the simplicity and sophistication of Garlic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus, a delightful conclusion to your holiday menu. The dish elevates asparagus with garlic, Parmesan, and roasting magic, creating a delightful contrast of textures and a symphony of flavors. Serve with elegance and revel in its versatility. Merry Christmas!

December 23, 2023

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5-PART BLOG SERIES: FESTIVE STARTERS FOR A CHRISTMAS PARTY – PART 4

In their ongoing food series, Confit-Duck & Co presents a creative holiday dish: Creamy Mashed Potatoes topped with Garlic Parmesan Potato Gratin. A reimagined classic, this dish combines the smooth richness of cheddar-infused mashed potatoes with the innovative crunch of garlic parmesan potato gratin. The luxurious combination is said to delight even the most discerning palates at any festive gathering.

December 20, 2023

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5-PART BLOG SERIES: FESTIVE STARTERS FOR A CHRISTMAS PARTY – PART 3

The Balsamic-Glazed Roasted Cauliflower is an enticing festive dish that offers a blend of tangy balsamic and caramelized vegetables. The recipe endorses the usage of diverse cauliflower types which vary in flavor and color. Cheddar and purple cauliflower are especially recommended for their unique tastes and visual appeal. The process involves roasting cauliflower alongside cherry tomatoes, onions, and beans, then glazing it with a balsamic and brown sugar reduction for a remarkable addition to the holiday table.

December 13, 2023

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5-Part Blog Series: Festive Starters for a Christmas Party – Part 2

As the holiday season approaches, add a vibrant twist to traditional dishes with Tteokbokki, a popular Korean street food. This dish combines chewy cylindrical rice cakes in a spicy sauce, served with colorful vegetables. This blend not only honors Korean culinary tradition, but also promises to spice up festive gatherings with its scintillating flavors.

December 7, 2023

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5-Part Blog Series: Festive Starters for a Christmas Party

The author narrates their plan to kick off the holiday season with a festive gathering, featuring a carefully curated menu dominated by the Tuna Niçoise Salad. A dish originating from Nice, France, this salad encapsulates an array of fresh ingredients – tuna, baby potatoes, green beans, olives, tomatoes, eggs, and mixed salad greens. The post ends with anticipatory remarks about an upcoming blog piece involving a spicy Christmas recipe.

December 4, 2023

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Cooking TIPS: easy Mushroom Sauce

This recipe instructs how to make a simple, yet flavorful mushroom sauce sans heavy cream, which can complement mashed potatoes or grilled meats. Key ingredients include fresh mushrooms, unsalted butter, garlic, onion, and dark soya sauce. The process involves sautéing, simmering, seasoning, and garnishing, offering a lighter alternative to a creamy sauce.

November 20, 2023

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Ingredients, Recommendations

Fresh Ingredients – Elevating Culinary

This article explores the culinary debate over fresh versus frozen meat. Fresh meat, unaltered and freshly sourced, offers a more pronounced flavor, desirable texture, and culinary versatility. On the other hand, frozen meat provides longevity, wider availability, and cost-effectiveness. Differences in flavor between the two are subtle. Freshly cooked and subsequently frozen meat can result in texture changes but with proper reheating techniques, one can preserve more of the original qualities. The choice ultimately hinges on personal culinary goals, lifestyle, and specific recipes.

November 12, 2023

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cooking TIPS: Easy Gravy Recipe

This post provides a guide on making an easy, decadent gravy using the drippings from Duck Confit. It emphasizes the superior flavor of homemade gravy to store-bought options, achievable in 10-15 minutes. Steps include collecting duck drippings, optional fat separation, deglazing the pan, creating a roux with flour and broth, seasoning, and simmering before serving. The homemade Duck Confit gravy enhances the taste of meals significantly.

November 3, 2023

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Duck Confit Christmas Pizza recipe

Confit-Duck & Co has introduced a unique culinary delight for this festive season – a Duck Confit Christmas Pizza. The pizza, made using duck confit, pizza dough, mozzarella cheese, cranberry or apple compote, pear or apple slices, and optionally, truffle oil, aims to take holiday menus to new levels of creativity and flavor. The resulting product is more than just food, it’s a conversation starter, a way to induce laughter, and a potential hit for Christmas celebrations.

October 22, 2023

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