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Traditional green bean casserole in a white baking dish, topped with crispy onions, next to a bowl of creamy mashed potatoes and gravy, ready for a Thanksgiving feast.
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A Thanksgiving Classic Reimagined: Green Bean Casserole with a Twist

By Dustin Rhodes in Recipes Posted November 14, 2023 Tags ,,,,

This Thanksgiving, surprise your guests with a beloved classic that comes with an unexpected twist. Our Green Bean Casserole, seasoned with the refined flavors of Black Rain and White Rain, now features a surprise crunch that’s sure to delight – toasted almonds.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Black Rain Signature Blend Pepper
  • White Rain Sea Salt
  • 1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds (the surprise ingredient)
  • 1 cup crispy fried onions

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Blanch green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes, then plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft. Stir in garlic and mushrooms; cook until mushrooms are golden.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stir and cook for a minute. Gradually pour in broth and cream, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.
  5. Season the sauce with a pinch of White Rain Sea Salt and a generous grind of Black Rain Pepper.
  6. Add the green beans to the sauce and stir in half of the toasted almonds.
  7. Transfer to a baking dish. Top with crispy fried onions and the remaining almonds.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Serve this twist on the classic Green Bean Casserole and watch as the table falls silent, save for the satisfied sighs of your loved ones. This Thanksgiving, it’s all about tradition with a sprinkle of surprise.

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A Classic Twist on Cacio e Pepe: A Tale and Taste of Italy

By Dustin Rhodes in Recipes Posted November 13, 2023 Tags ,,

Once upon a time in the cobblestone streets of Rome, a simple dish captured the hearts of food lovers everywhere. This dish, Cacio e Pepe, is the essence of Italian culinary simplicity, using just three core ingredients to create a symphony of flavors.

Here’s how you can recreate this timeless classic:

Ingredients:

  • 320g of your favorite pasta (spaghetti or tonnarelli)
  • 2 tsp freshly ground Black Rain Signature Pepper Blend
  • 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • Salt (for pasta water)

Instructions:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente.
  2. While the pasta cooks, toast the ground black pepper in a large pan over medium heat until fragrant.
  3. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining and add a splash to the pan with pepper.
  4. Transfer the pasta to the pan and remove from heat. Add the Pecorino cheese and a ladle of pasta water.
  5. Stir vigorously until a creamy sauce forms, adding more pasta water as needed.
  6. Serve immediately, with an extra twist of Black Rain peppermill’s freshly ground pepper to enhance the peppery warmth.

With every precise press of your Black Rain Peppermill, the dish is infused with soul-warming flavors, elevating a simple recipe to a gourmet experience that narrates a tale in each bite.

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