Recipes
It’s tough to call a recipe “The Best” because food evolves and ingredients change.
I think these recipes are good because I like them, they taste good and go well with wine so I’m going to call them:
The WGWW Really Likable, Tasty and Wine Friendly Recipes Collection
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Woody's Recipes
Smoked St Louis Cut Pork Ribs with Zinfandel BBQ Sauce
Suggested Wine – Pair these barbecued ribs with a smoky, bold Washington state Syrah.
Grown Up Grilled Cheese with Brie, Cheddar and Shallots
Equipment – Large non-stick skillet or griddle Look for a cheddar aged for about one year (avoid cheddar aged for longer; it won’t melt well). To quickly bring the cheddar to room temperature, microwave the pieces until warm, about 30 seconds. The first two sandwiches…
Mortadella and Fontina Calzone Pie
Pairing – I liked a light Merlot or Pinot Noir with the meat and a hint of mustard
French Onion Bites with Port Onion Jam from Pedroncelli Winery
Other uses for the jam: The Port/Onion Jam also goes great as “condiment” on steaks, hamburgers, hot dogs or sausages and even as a standalone side dish Pair with
Bittersweet Chocolate Tart
The best match for the tart is your partner’s eyes, shining happily, pretty good huh. Try Madeira with some caramelly flavor and bit of a grip. Port would also be right on.
Beef Tenderloin in a Salt Crust
Mix mayo and Grey Poupon in a two to one ratio and a touch of celery salt or seed and you’ll have a lovely sauce for the beef and for the chilled shrimp or crab that you may decide to serve alongside, both with dry…