Big Holiday Flavor
With Small Pours and Small Bites
(firmenpresse) - MISSION, KS -- (Marketwire) -- 11/10/11 -- (Family Features) You've heard of big things in small packages. This holiday season, try big flavor in small bites paired with excellent wine.
The latest trend in holiday hosting ties together hearty hors d'oeuvres with carefully selected wine samplings. Pairing small bites with different varietals not only complements flavor, it also makes your gourmet appetizer experience something guests will remember well into the New Year.
And when it comes to apps, just remember every host's must-have staple: the California black ripe olive. They're mild in flavor, versatile and perfect for dressing up any dish. To pair, 'tis the season for Frei Brothers Reserve®. The winery's Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon are sourced from each varietal's ideal growing appellation within Sonoma County.
Here are three easy and irresistible recipes pairing California black ripe olives and Frei Brothers Reserve for the holidays.
For more delicious California black ripe olive recipes, visit .
Season short ribs with salt and pepper. Sear on all sides in a large saucepan over high heat. Remove from pot and set aside.
Add pancetta, garlic, onion, celery, fennel and carrot; cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes.
Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute more. Add wine, stock, herbs, olives and tomato paste, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
Return short ribs and any juices to the pan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer over very low heat, covered but with the lid cracked, for 2 1/2 hours.
Remove cover and simmer over medium-high heat for 30 minutes more or until ribs are very tender and sauce has thickened.
Gently shred beef and place dollop of shredded beef atop Olive Potato Pancake and serve.
Pair with 2008 Frei Brothers Reserve Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.
Coarsely grate potatoes and place in a bowl of ice water to keep from discoloring.
Stir together chives, flour, olives, garlic salt, pepper and eggs in a medium bowl. Drain potatoes and firmly squeeze out excess moisture; stir into egg mixture.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon of potato mixture for each pancake into skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, flattening with the back of a spatula and cooking until golden brown and crisp on both sides. Repeat with remaining oil and potato mixture.
Place a spoonful of Cabernet-Braised Short Ribs onto each pancake.
Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir for 1 minute.
Stir in ginger, miso, rice vinegar, honey and red pepper; cook for 5 minutes more. Stir in olives and cook for a few minutes or until olives are warm and nicely glazed.
Transfer to a decorative bowl and garnish with sesame seeds and chives. Serve with toothpicks.
Pair with 2009 Frei Brothers Reserve Russian River Valley Chardonnay.
Melt butter in a large skillet. Add garlic and shallots; cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. Stir in rice and cook for 2 minutes more. Add chicken stock, 1/2 cup at a time, adding more when broth has been absorbed, stirring frequently. When all broth has been used, stir in mozzarella, 1/3 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, olives and pepper. Let cool, then cover and chill for at least 1 hour or until firm.
Roll mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls. Stir together breadcrumbs and remaining Parmigiano-Reggiano. Roll each ball in flour, then in beaten egg, then in breadcrumb mixture. Let stand for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 375°F. Place risotto balls on a baking sheet and spray liberally on all sides with olive oil cooking spray. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown, coating with olive oil spray every 10 minutes.
Serve warm with marinara sauce.
Pair with 2009 Frei Brothers Reserve Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc.
50/50 Give Back
The holidays are a time for giving. But at Frei Brothers Reserve, giving back happens year round. For every acre planted in Sonoma County vineyard, the winery leaves another acre untouched. In addition to enhancing wildlife corridors, the 50/50 Give Back policy also reduces soil erosion and improves irrigation systems. To learn more, visit .
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