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Emily Sarah Downs

Cuisine Coordinator, Tips From Town, Ridgewood, NJ

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Hot Brown

The Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky is notorious for it’s open-faced turkey, tomato, bacon and cheese sandwich. Introduced in the 1920’s as a late night snack after a long evening of dancing and partying, the legendary dish now has...

Bourbon-Marinated Pork Tenderloin

What’s not to like about a juicy, flavorful, tender, grilled pork loin? Very easy to prepare! Just leave enough time to have the loins marinate for at least 12 hours, or overnight.

Egg Salad w/Fresh Herbs (in Pitas)

Egg salad is delicious anytime of the year.  I love this version with fresh herbs and multigrain pita bread. Terrific way to use those hard-boiled eggs you all dyed for Easter!

Veggie-Chicken Burgers

Grilled chicken burger patties are enhanced with freshly chopped vegetables and seasonings.

Thai-ish Pork Burgers

What do you get when you mix Thai ingredients with ground pork?  Thai-Spiced Pork Burgers!  Whole Foods carries all of the ingredients for this dish.

Pecan Crusted Fish

Another super tasty entree for another crazy busy week. Tender flaky fish fillet encrusted in a pecan breading. Baked not fried, so leaning on the healthier side.  Side of steamed green beans and risotto accompany the dish to completion.

Green-Onion Risotto

Some may say preparing risotto is a labor of love.  Takes no longer than cooking plain old rice, but it does take a bit more watching over and stirring.  Citrus undertones, green onion, white wine and parmesan cheese all take part in delivering...

Muddled “New” Old Fashioned

With the final season of Madman soon approaching… an upgrade to the old fashioned classic cocktail seemed only apropos, with thanks to Bill Heck’s recipe (Bon Appetit). I substituted granulated sugar for the cubes… turned out...

Italian Artichokes & Chicken

If you’re looking for something easy to prepare tonight, this is your meal ticket. A side of steamed broccoli with a squeeze of fresh lemon & freshly ground pepper completes the package. A family favorite I grew up with, thanks yet once...

Southwestern Style Cobb Salad

Not only does this salad offer a pretty palette but a solid meal for the entire family.  Incorporates all of the important food groups and the Green Goddess Dressing is the “cherry-on-top.”  Give yourself some time to marinate the chicken…...

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