Recipes & Techniques

Immerse yourself in the artistry of culinary creation! Explore a treasure trove of recipes and techniques spanning cuisines and skill levels, empowering you to refine your culinary craftsmanship.

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Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipe Ideas

By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student For culinary school grads, Thanksgiving is a great time where you get to show off...

November 26, 2014
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How to Make a Sausage Gravy

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student The perfect accompaniment to any homemade biscuit is a breakfast sausage gravy. During my time...

November 19, 2014
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GMO Measure Fails To Pass In Colorado

Election day came and went on Nov. 4 with the bill losing by what was nearly a two to one margin, according to National Public Radio

November 14, 2014
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How To Make Buttermilk Biscuits

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student Whether you are a pastry arts student or culinary arts student, everyone needs to know...

November 12, 2014
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How to Make Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student  One of the main reasons why students choose to attend the Auguste Escoffier culinary arts program...

November 5, 2014
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How to Make Pumpkin Bread with a Maple Buttercream Frosting

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student  The baking and pastry arts are a tough science to master. With baking, by adding...

October 29, 2014
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How to Make Pumpkin Panna Cotta

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student  When people think of the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts, many times they fail...

October 22, 2014
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Broncos Game Day Recipes

Football season has finally returned. If you’re like the vast majority of people in this country, this is an exciting...

September 19, 2014
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Inspirado

There’s a Tenacious D sketch from their old HBO special called “Inspirado” wherein the guys finally land a gig, but...

September 16, 2014
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How To Make Grilled Potatoes

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student It’s true that the summer season is coming to a close, but I don’t believe...

September 15, 2014
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Making a Potato Puree

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student It is hard to find a dinner menu without a side of mashed potatoes, but...

September 5, 2014
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How To Make Hash Browns

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student Although many people believe that the potato is native to Ireland, the potato is actually native...

August 28, 2014
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Making Lumpia with Leah Eveleigh

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student For me, I believe one of the best aspects of cooking is being able to...

August 25, 2014
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The Dos and Don’ts of Beer Festivals

By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student This past Saturday was Ed Fest, a celebration of beer and music held in the town...

August 22, 2014
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Three Easy Last Minute Recipes

By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student With enough time and skill, a person can make anything in the kitchen.  And I...

August 12, 2014
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How to Make Glazed Carrots

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student The first 6 weeks in Escoffier’s culinary arts program is called the Foundations block. This...

August 11, 2014
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Swiss Chard and Roasted Garlic Crostini

Leafy greens are everywhere, here’s a fun, light way to enjoy nutrient dense Swiss Chard. Perfect to bring to any dinner...

August 4, 2014
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Street Food of the Philippines

By: Leah Eveleigh, Culinary Arts Student & Cutthroat Kitchen Winner There are two seasons in the Philippines: rainy season and summer...

July 28, 2014
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Shallot Jam

Enjoy this coffee infused shallot jam on a toasted baguette with grilled steak, pork or chicken. Hungry for more? Attend...

June 12, 2014
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Chocolate Cake with Creme Chantilly & Raspberry Compote

Make this luscious chocolate cake and impress someone you love. Yields 12 servings Ingredients: 2 oz. butter, melted and cooled...

June 9, 2014
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How to Make a Basic Mayonnaise

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student One of the most common condiments found in our refrigerators is mayonnaise, or mayo. Although...

June 9, 2014
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Maple Bacon Doughnuts

Indulge Dad this Father’s Day with a homemade Maple Bacon Doughnut. Hungry for more? Attend our home cook class, Gourmet Doughnuts on June...

June 6, 2014
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How to Make a Swiss Buttercream

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student The foundation to making a perfect Swiss buttercream is to first make a Swiss meringue. Once...

June 5, 2014
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How to Make A Swiss Meringue

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student There are three different types of meringues; French, Italian and Swiss. Each type is made...

June 2, 2014
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How to Cook an Egg Over Easy

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student Eggs are considered as one of the easiest, yet most complex foods to cook and...

May 29, 2014
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Fresh Mint Chutney

Trim back the fresh mint growing in your flower bed or garden and make this recipe for Fresh Mint Chutney! Hungry...

May 28, 2014
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How to Properly Zest and Make a Citrus Vinaigrette

By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student As Culinary Arts student Mark Dinnocenzo demonstrated in the How-To video, the first step in...

May 26, 2014
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