Basics

1/4 lb Butter, unsalted2 ea Ginger, thin slices,-- chopped 1 lg Shallot, chopped1 sm Garlic, clove, chopped1 s...

1 c Milk4 Egg yolks1/3 c Sugar, plus1 tb Sugar1 c Butter, unsalted, at-- room temperature 4 oz Hazelnut Pralin...

2 cups of self-rising cornmeal1/2 cup of flour1 egg1 Tablespoon of lard (cooking oil can be substituted)1 larg...