In her new book, Chef Cathleen Clarity reveals us healthy and family recipes US , far removed from fast-food and influenced by regional (Cajun, Tex-Mex, Creole , etc.).
A book on the best American recipes
Authentic American family cooking is a true Bible, the fruit of research and practice led by Cathleen Clarity , an American living in France where she became a chef. She went on to find America's best recipes : classic pies (salty or sweet) , crabcakes and other BBQ ribs, but also happy all-in-one pots and pretty salads . Everything is fresh and appetizing, simple and enticing, far from the usual clichés!
Made in USA original and tasty recipes
Here are 5 recipes from Cathleen Clarity's book, to change eternal burgers and other hot dogs.
- Waldorf salad, alternative to Caesar. A recipe invented at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York, made from lettuce leaves, lemon apple dices, celery-branch slices, raisins and roasted nuts. And a delicious and light sauce: 1 yogurt 2 tablespoons mayonnaise lemon zest 1 teaspoon of honey and a lot of parsley!
- The clam chowder declined in 2 versions. Coming from New England, this clam soup is creamy and fragrant (with potatoes, smoked bacon, celery, white wine, garlic, onions and a base of milk cream). Italian immigrants from New York have lightened it by replacing cream with tomatoes ... Both versions are to die for!
- Healthy food fashion is coming out of California. This movement of reaction to the excesses of a country fed with meat XXL highlights the plant and healthy recipes : long live vegetable spaghetti (zucchini, sweet potato ...), bowls and veggie burgers , desserts (brownies and pancakes) vegan!
- The succotash recipe adapted to the season. This South-East Indian dish combines cooked cereals (corn, Italian farro wheat, spelled ...) and diced vegetables : roots, squash and cabbage in winter, green beans, beans and zucchini in summer. The whole is pan-fried with butter, vegetable broth, herbs and a shredded cheddar cloud just before serving.
- I succumb to the Key lime pie. Typical of Florida's Keys region, it's a variation of our lemon pie, but with lime . The base is similar to that of a cheesecake and the device is made of whole eggs, sweetened condensed milk, zest and lime juice, which bring a lot of freshness. It is decorated with creams of whipped cream and zest ... A delight!
The American family kitchen and authentic, Cathleen Clarity, 380 p., 49,95 €, ed. Hatchet.
