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At Buffalo Barbecue Restaurant Southern Junction, Texas Traditions Meet Indian Influence

2 months ago | americanweekender.substack.com | Amy Cavanaugh |Mike Thelin |Brad Thomas Parsons |Gail Simmons

Welcome to the weekend! Here’s what you’ll find in this week’s newsletter:Cover Story: At Buffalo’s Southern Junction, a pitmaster draws on his Indian background to add unexpected flavors to classic Texas barbecue. February’s Featured Field Guide: Ready to plan your trip to Buffalo? This month’s featured Field Guide is a two-day itinerary to the city that includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, and more.
There's nothing better on a rainy day than a big bowl of ribollita

Nov 7, 2024 | today.com | Gail Simmons

RecipesChef notesYears ago, my husband and I traveled through Tuscany. One day in Siena, when we found ourselves in the middle of a serious downpour without proper rain gear or coverage, we ducked into a tiny enoteca to wait out the storm and decided to have lunch. Among an impressive array of wine offerings was a short menu that included ribollita, a traditional bean and vegetable soup fortified with leftover bread scraps.
Make Gail Simmons' apples and honey upside down cake for Rosh Hashanah

Oct 2, 2024 | today.com | Gail Simmons

Chef notesI am always making some version of this recipe because it’s so versatile. I love the reveal moment of an upside down cake, and the caramel topping is so delicious and fun. Swap option: You can swap all the fruit and spices this recipe calls for with your favorite combinations, but for Rosh Hashanah, we eat apples and honey. Special kitchen equipment required: 10-inch cast iron skillet
Braise your chicken with apple cider for this fall-flavored meal

Oct 2, 2024 | today.com | Gail Simmons

RecipesChef notesThis dish has everything I need all in one pot. It’s easy, it’s got great acidity from the apple cider, and I love how the apples, potatoes, onions and kale complement the chicken. It feels like there’s so much more dimension in this meal than what you get from simply roasting a chicken and it’s both savory and seasonal. Technique tip: Make sure to get the skin really brown on the chicken.
Grilled salad centrepieces: Gail Simmons’ recipes for grilled stone fruit and halloumi salads

Jun 20, 2024 | theguardian.com | Gail Simmons

In summer I like to give seasonal fruits and vegetables the moment they deserve, cooking them as little as possible. Except, of course, when given the chance to grill outdoors. I am not a cook who believes in scorching food with the hardest sear or deepest grill marks, but I cannot resist a hint of the intoxicating flavour ingredients take on when they are just kissed by flames.
A matzah ball soup rich in tradition - Jewish Rhode Island

Apr 5, 2024 | jewishrhody.com | Gail Simmons

JTA – Though my Grandma Snazzy, my mother’s mother, seemed to barely eat a thing (to this day, I am convinced she subsisted on toast and coffee), she was a wonderful Jewish cook. One of her specialties was chicken soup, which she lovingly made from scratch for Friday night dinners and Jewish holidays. Loaded with carrots and tender poached chicken, it was simple yet deeply delicious, and I looked forward to it all week long. Now I make my own Grandma Snazzy Soup, adding a few twists of my own.
How to Make Gail Simmons' Favorite Matzah Ball Soup Recipe

Apr 3, 2023 | myjewishlearning.com | Gail Simmons

Though my Grandma Snazzy, my mother’s mother, seemed to barely eat a thing (to this day, I am convinced she subsisted on toast and coffee), she was a wonderful Jewish home cook. One of her specialties was chicken soup, which she lovingly made from scratch for Friday night dinners and Jewish holidays. Loaded with carrots and tender poached chicken, it was simple yet deeply delicious, and I looked forward to it all week long. Today I make my own Grandma Snazzy Soup, adding a few twists of my own.
How to Make a Loaded Sheet Pan Quesadilla | Gail Simmons

Mar 20, 2023 | rachaelrayshow.com | Gail Simmons

The Best Restaurants—Chosen By Our Staff! As huge foodies, we know a thing or two about good restaurants—here are some of our faves throughout the U.S. that you should add to your must-try list.
Gail Simmons' Giant Party-Friendly Sheet Pan Quesadilla

Mar 20, 2023 | rachaelrayshow.com | Gail Simmons

For our top party tips episode, "Top Chef" judge Gail Simmons shares two go-to sheet pan recipes—this giant chicken, pepper and bean quesadilla and Mediterranean Nachos. Both are fun crowd-pleasers and a breeze to prep and clean up. Pro Tip from Gail: There's no need to save these recipes for a party. They are also great for just one or two people.
Gail Simmons' Party-Friendly Mediterranean Sheet Pan Nachos

Mar 20, 2023 | rachaelrayshow.com | Gail Simmons

For our top party tips episode, "Top Chef" judge Gail Simmons shares two go-to sheet pan recipes—these Mediterranean nachos made with toasted pita wedges, chickpeas, tomatoes, olives, tahini sauce and feta and a giant Loaded Quesadilla. Both are fun crowd-pleasers and a breeze to prep and clean up. Pro Tip from Gail: There's no need to save these recipes for a party. They are also great for just one or two people.