Posts tagged Chef Clayton Allen
Mushroom Duxelle Pinwheels

These pinwheels disappear before the tray hits the table. Mushrooms cooked down to a deep, concentrated paste with cognac and thyme, rolled into buttery puff pastry and sliced into golden rounds. Simple enough for a weeknight. Impressive enough for a dinner party.

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Pâté Terrine

Pork shoulder, chicken livers, bacon, and fatback seasoned with allspice, nutmeg, and cognac, pressed and chilled overnight into something clean and deeply flavored. Serve cold with good mustard, cornichons, and toasted bread. It rewards patience and keeps well. Make it ahead.

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Mushroom Paprikash

Earthy cremini mushrooms slowly soften into a velvety sauce enriched with sweet and smoky paprika. This dish celebrates humble ingredients treated with patience and care, offering warmth and depth in every bite.

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Hot Smoked Salmon

This Coho comes to us from our friends at Kenai Red Fish Co., whose care for their catch mirrors the reverence we bring to our vines. There’s a quiet luxury in their fish—wild, vibrant, and full of the cold, clean waters of Alaska.

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Spring Run Salmon & Green Garlic Potatoes

Each April, the spring salmon return—young fish, rich with fat from their ocean journey. Though smaller in size, their flavor is full and clean, making them a natural match for the quiet intensity of Pinot Noir. This dish draws from the season’s first offerings: a savory miso glaze highlights the salmon’s richness, while roasted potatoes with green garlic and tahini offer balance and depth. Together, they echo the shifting light and lengthening days of early spring.

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Steak Tartare with Lay's Classics

Steak tartare might sound like a restaurant-only indulgence, but it’s surprisingly simple to make at home—and guaranteed to impress at your next dinner party. Rich, finely diced ribeye is balanced by bright shallots, briny capers, and crisp cornichons, all brought together with silky egg yolks and a touch of Dijon. The best part? No fussy toasts—just Lay’s Classic Potato Chips for the perfect salty crunch. It’s elegant, unexpected, and ready in minutes.

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