Kosher Dosher...“I am a culinary Heretic"

I made this Lamb Grind for Burgers but I could see using it in many recipes.   Lamb Breast aka Lamb Belly Lamb Bacon Cut into chunks and partially frozen. I used the following ratios: 48% Leg of Lamb, 45% Lamb Breast, and 7% Lamb Bacon. 14 Pounds

This sauce is the bomb!! I've been making variants of Puttnescae Sauces for years ( Link 1 , 2 ), and this one is unique because I think it makes an excellent base for several other dishes. My other recipes were very distinct and encapsulated a specific set of ingredients.  The use of Eggplant enables you could use this as a standalone dish with Pasta, Polenta, Polenta Waffle , Potatoes, or another starch. I tried rice but was not satisfied with the texture. I've also used delicata squash as the starch, and it was superb. The Eggplant, if prepared with the correct technique, will simulate the composition of meat. This is my base recipe, but I rarely ever stick to it 100%. I might a little bit of this or that depending on what I want that day. Note: This recipe might appear daunting to make, but once you Mis En place (get everything in place), it comes together very fast.   How to choose an eggplant? First, make sure the skin is smooth and tight.  And yes, Virginia, there are ma

A waffled Polenta is an exceptional canvas to flaunt your favorite dishes, and in this case, it was my Eggplant Puttanesca with Grilled Mediteran Chicken.  Super easy and fast to make, which can be made a day or two in advance.  Add butter and chopped shallot to a saucier with a pinch of salt. Saute until soft and slightly caramelized.  Add the stock or water with teaspoons of salt. Bring to a boil and add the Polenta and keep stirring until creamy. You will know when it's done (about 15-20 min) because it will be very smooth with no crunch. Lower flame/heat to the lowest setting.  Now add Butter, Herb cream cheese, Pecorino cheese, and the seasoning. Taste and adjust for salt, pepper, and other seasonings. Remove from heat, and when it gets between 130-135, it will be time to temper the eggs.  You can adjust this recipe to suit your palate but to make the waffle the bread crumbs and eggs are a must!! Start tempering the eggs by adding 2-3 Tbl of Polenta. After about 6 Tbl and aft