Our Chef Andrew Platt, is the winner of the 2007 Chef Challenge!
http://www.nbc6.net/chefchallenge

Andrew Platt was born and raised in Miami, Florida. At the young age of 5 he said he wanted to be a chef, so he fulfilled his dream by attending Culinary School at Le Cordon Bleu, Miami. Where he graduated with in October 2006. Currently he is seeking a sommelier certificate at the foundation level through the United States Sommelier Association. His ambitious personality and creativity has given him the opportunity to work with many great people and renowned companies at all levels.

Chef Andrew Platt's recipes and wine pairing;

GLAZED HAM WITH MANGO-RAISIN SAUCE

Ingredients:

1 (5 pound) fully-cooked boneless ham
1 can (6 ounces) frozen mango juice
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
1 1/4 cups water
3/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
4 teaspoons cornstarch

Preparation:
Heat oven to 325 degrees F. Place ham on rack in shallow roasting pan.

Bake, uncovered, for 1 1/4 hours, until internal temperature (measured with a meat thermometer) is 140 degrees F. (about 15-18 minutes per pound.)

In small saucepan, combine half of the juice concentrate, 3 tablespoons maple syrup, 3 tablespoons vinegar and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, simmer uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.

Baste ham with glaze the last 15-20 minutes of baking.

Remove ham from oven, slice and serve with Pineapple-Raisin Sauce.

MANGO-RAISIN SAUCE:
In a medium saucepan, sauté onion in butter until tender. Add remaining juice concentrate, water, raisins, maple syrup and mustard. Stir together 1/4 cup vinegar and cornstarch; stir into raisin mixture. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more.

HORSERADISH-GRUYERE NEW POTATOES
Servings: 12

4 pounds new potatoes
1 large red onion, cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons horseradish paste
1/2 cup Gruyere Cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon pink and black peppercorns, cracked

Scrub potatoes; cut in halves or quarters. In a covered Dutch oven, cook potatoes in a small amount of boiling, lightly salted water about 10 minutes or until tender. Drain and return to pan.

In medium saucepan, saute onion in butter for 4-5 minutes or until tender.

Stir in 1 tablespoon of flour and salt. Add chicken broth. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.

In a small bowl, stir together sour cream, horseradish, cheese and remaining 1 tablespoon flour. Stir into broth mixture. Cook and stir until heated through.

Pour sauce over potatoes; toss lightly to coat. Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with chives and cracked peppercorns.

 

Paired great with:
Estancia Pinot Noir

This ripe bright fruit accented pinot will pair extremely well with your Easter ham.  The milky tannins and the soft oak really give this affordable wine a great body and aroma!  Its 100% Pinot Noir meaning you have the full flavor from this very versatile varietal.

 
 
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