The Culinary Institute of America

We value raw grapes for their sweetness, crunch and vivid gem like colors. They’re the eye candy on a pale chicken salad or soufflé, the colorful contrast on a cheese plate. Cooking them transforms their color while concentrating flavor. Chef Scott Samuel of the Culinary Institute of America was asked to develop some contemporary recipes with California table grapes. In this video Chef Samuel makes a sorbet that retains the grapes vivid color and fresh flavor. Download a printer-friendly copy of the recipe at: http://ciaprochef.com/grapes/recipe21/

We value raw grapes for their sweetness, crunch and vivid gem like colors. They’re the eye candy on a pale chicken salad or soufflé, the colorful contrast on a cheese plate. Cooking them transforms their color while concentrating flavor. Chef Scott Samuel of the Culinary Institute of America was asked to develop some contemporary recipes with California table grapes. In this video Chef Samuel makes a sorbet that retains the grapes vivid color and fresh flavor. Download a printer-friendly copy of the recipe at: http://ciaprochef.com/grapes/recipe21/

This dish uses orzo, a type of short-cut pasta, shaped like a large grain of rice. Mixed with a variety of diced heirloom tomatoes and herbs, the light flavors in this dish complement the salmon.

Recipe at: http://ciaprochef.com/canola/recipe28/

Poaching in oil is a great technique that adds flavor to seafood without overpowering the fish. The poaching oil may be held overnight in the refrigerator and reused to poach other seafood items the next day. Health professionals know that not all fats are alike. Good fats, canola oil among them, can even improve our health if they replace bad fats in our diet. This delicious recipe features canola oil as an essential ingredient.

Recipe at: http://ciaprochef.com/canola/recipe26/

The neutral flavor of Canola oil allows the flavor of other ingredients to shine. Whether you make the assertive Roasted Beet with Taragon oil, the light vanilla bean and lemon oil or the more floral Basil and lemon oil, your dishes will be stand out sensations. Health professionals know that not all fats are alike. Good fats, canola oil among them, can even improve our health if they replace bad fats in our diet. Visit our website to find recipes that use these infused oils: http://ciaprochef.com/canola/recipes/

This risotto with lobster and vanilla infused canola oil is a show-stopper that can make any occasion extra special. Health professionals know th at not all fats are alike. Good fats, canola oil among them, can even improve our health if they replace bad fats in our diet. This delicious recipe features canola oil as an essential ingredient.

Recipe at: http://ciaprochef.com/canola/recipe15/

Tempura batter is a medium thick batter that lightly coats the fish. The cooked fish should be crispy and the coating should not hide the flavor of the fish. Here it is served with a Napa Cabbage Slaw and a Green Onion and Ginger dipping sauce. Canola oil is a very versatile oil with a high smoke point that makes it ideal for deep frying. Health professionals know that not all fats are alike. Good fats, canola oil among them, can even improve our health if they replace bad fats in our diet. This delicious recipe features canola oil as an essential ingredient.

Recipe at: http://www.ciaprochef.com/canola/recipe22/

Roasting beets amplifies their sweetness and balances out the tart grapefruit supremes in this salad while the goat cheese gives it a cravable richness and mouth-feel. Health professionals know that not all fats are alike. Good fats, canola oil among them, can even improve our health if they replace bad fats in our diet. This delicious recipe features canola oil as an essential ingredient.

Recipe at: http://www.ciaprochef.com/canola/recipe9/

This pound cake recipe reduces the amount of butter normally used in pound cake by half. The lemon zest and vanilla bean infused canola oil adds great flavor while reducing the amount of saturated fat. Not all fats are alike. Good fats, canola oil among them, can even improve our health if they replace bad fats in our diet. This delicious recipe features canola oil as an essential ingredient.

Recipe at: http://ciaprochef.com/canola/recipe5/

Canola oil infused with Lemon and Basil makes this pasta sauce a great alternative to heavier cream-based sauces. Health professionals know that not all fats are alike. Good fats, canola oil among them, can even improve our health if they replace bad fats in our diet. This delicious recipe features canola oil as an essential ingredient.

Recipe at: http://www.ciaprochef.com/canola/recipe25/