November 2018 - Dorothy Lane Market

3 Steps to Feast Like a Gourmand with Charcuterie

Posted on November 30, 2018November 30, 2018 by Chef Carrie Walters

Charcuterie (shar-Kyoo-ter-ee) is a French word for smoked, dry-cured, or cooked meats. From simple things like ham, sausage, salami, and bacon to more artisan hand-crafted things like pâté, duck confit, rillettes, and terrines. These all fall under the broad range of charcuterie. For me and many of you out there, it’s always a perfect choice for entertaining, especially during the holidays! As an added bonus, there’s no cooking involved!

Charcuterie is pretty trendy right now, but has been around for a very long time … as in before refrigeration! It’s a classic way of preserving meats with a rich culinary history. To start, simply grab a slate, board, or platter and follow our 3-step Charcuterie Guide so you, too, can feast like a gourmand and entertain with ease this holiday season!

PALACIOS SPANISH CHORIZO : Dry-cured sausage smoked with Paprika. DELI

NIMAN RANCH PROSCIUTTO: Dry-cured with Sicilian sea salt. MEAT

HERITAGE FARMS SOPRESSATA: Coarsely ground, sweet or spicy. MEAT

SERRANO HAM: Extremely flavorful, air-dried Spanish ham. DELI

THE THREE LITTLE PIGS PÂTÉ DE CAMPAGNE: Pork pâté with garlic and spices. THE DLM CHEESE SHOP

FRA’ MANI CALABRESE: Salami with wild fennel, sweet & hot Calabrian pepperoncini, and chili flakes. DELI

THE THREE LITTLE PIGS SAUCISSON SEC AUX CÈPES: Sliced air-dried sausage with porcini mushrooms. THE DLM CHEESE SHOP

LA NAVA JAMÓN IBÉRICO: A treasure from Spain. DELI

NIMAN RANCH CAPOCCOLLO: Corsican pork cut. MEAT

PRO TIP: Start with 3 to 5 choices that represent varying forms, textures, and flavors, such as smoked, dry cured, firm, delicate, creamy, or salty. How much to buy? About 2 oz per person.

SOMETHING SALTY: It’s nice to balance all of that meaty goodness with something salty or acidic, like cornichons or briny pickles, mustard, and chutney. Don’t forget to add a handful of nuts as well, like Marcona almonds.

DLM ITALIAN MINI TOASTS: Perfect for any charcuterie tray. THE DLM CHEESE SHOP

SOMETHING SWEET: Now, time to layer in a little sweetness to truly cover all the bases. We love adding in fruit, like grapes, California dried figs, and a Bosc or Holiday Pear. It really is that simple.

RAINCOAST CRISPS: Subtle sweetness with a delightful crunch. THE DLM CHEESE SHOP

INVITE CHEESE TO THE PARTY: By adding cheese to your charcuterie selection, it opens up a whole world of flavors and textures that go beautifully with wine. Just like choosing the charcuterie, think about varying the texture and flavors of cheeses from buttery to nutty, creamy to hard. The possibilities are endless and frankly that is the fun!

CHEESEMONGER PRO TIP: “When selecting cheeses for my boards, I think of a rhyme I once learned. Something old, something new, something goat, and something blue. Make this your motto and you’ll have the framework for the perfect cheese board.” —Maritza Crowdy, The DLM Cheese Shop Manager, Springboro

A Taste of Home for the Holidays

Posted on November 28, 2018November 28, 2018 by Dorothy Lane Market

What’s one of the best ways of spreading cheer? Sending a box full of tasty treats and scrumptious morsels with DLMMailOrder.com! This time of year, there are two things that put instant smiles on faces young and old: coming home to a special package on your doorstep and receiving homemade treats and goodies. Luckily, DLM Mail Order makes both of those things happen. For the next month, our stores will be mixing, baking, and preparing some of the best food around. At the same time, our DLM Mail Order associates are shopping our Washington Square store every day carefully boxing up all of the delicious bites to ship from coast to coast. Not sure what to pick? Here are some of the top items we’re sending this holiday season:

Killer Brownie^® Tray Assorted. Filled with an assortment of our Killer Brownie^® brownies, all cut into easy-to-eat, bite-sized pieces, it’s perfect for sharing.
The Ohio Bag. Esther Price Chocolates, Mamma DiSalvo’s Marinara Sauce, Mikesell’s Potato Chips, and other local favorites are gathered up to showcase some of the best of the Buckeye State.
Heavenley Ham^® Sandwich Kit. Loaded with Heavenly Ham^®, Comté Gruyère, DLM Mustard, Chutney, DLM Horseradish Sauce, and a loaf of our DLM Artisan Farmhouse Bread. It makes for a great sandwich, hot or cold.
Assorted DLM Sweets. Satisfy any sweet tooth with our wide variety of goodies. Buckeyes, DLM Gourmet Cookies, Holiday Thumbprint Cookies, and so much more!

Visit DLMMailOrder.com to view all of our delicious options!

Tiny Bubbles

Posted on November 27, 2018 by Todd Templin

Occasions to break out the sparkling wine evoke much anticipation and result in special memories for many people, whether celebrating a special anniversary, a new beginning, or a toast at a holiday gathering. “Bubbles” are a happy beverage and they pair beautifully with darn near any dish! We believe that all sparkling wine in any number of varying styles and originating regions can be a magical addition to any meal or event. Here are a few of our favorites!

Join us for our Champagne Soirée, December 27 from 6-8 p.m. at DLM Oakwood! Tickets are now available at Guest Services or online: DorothyLane.com/Champagne

Laurent-Perrier

A great value, this is from the historic city of Reims, France. Dry and elegant with a nose of bread dough yeast and a long finish.

Schramsberg Brut Rosé

Long the standard bearer of super well-made American bubbly, this is the consummate apéritif. Dry with wonderful strawberry and apricot notes; pairs well with smoked salmon dishes.

Dr. L Riesling

Yes, sparkling Riesling! A bright, clean sparkling wine that is ultra-charming and super affordable!

Veuve Clicquot Rosé

A French favorite, this is a blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and a touch of Chardonnay creating a fruity, full-bodied expression of the Veuve Clicquot style and perfect with an oyster platter.

La Marca Prosecco

An Italian sparkling wine that is quite dry and refreshing with dried apple, honeysuckle, and peach fruits.

Gruet Brut

Made in the French-style with a hint of dough mid-palate, this New Mexico favorite is crisp and sophisticated with apple and citrus flavor.

‘Tis the season to toast with bubbly! Choose from 40 Champagnes and sparkling wines (as well as our Prestige Cuvée Table; additional fee) and enjoy a selection of decadent appetizers.

Purchase Tickets at Guest Services or DorothyLane.com/Champagne

PEARfection: 10 Reasons to Love The Holiday Pear

Posted on November 26, 2018November 29, 2018 by Dennis Chrisman

“Try this one,” said Michael Naumes, as he tossed me a Comice pear. “You’re gonna need a towel,” he said as I take my first bite. My first meeting with the Naumes family a few years back started just like that. We were on a search for the juiciest, sweetest, most luscious pear we could find. And that journey took me to their orchard where I found the Naumes family’s Holiday Pear, also known as the Comice pear.

We had heard rumors that there was a family in Rogue Valley, Oregon, that grew the best Comice pears and the rumors certainly were true. After that first bite, I knew we had come to the right place. We started offering these pears to our customers a few years ago and we’re excited to report that they’re back, just in time for your holiday entertaining and gifting.

Just try a sample in the store and you will be hooked. They truly are the sweetest, juiciest pears around. Look for displays in the stores along with perfectly packed gift boxes sure to impress your most difficult to please relative.

Along with being the sweetest, creamiest, most luscious pear around, the Comice pear, also know as the Holiday Pear, is quite the intriguing fruit. Here are 10 things to know about The Holiday Pear:

The grading and picking process for the Naumes’ family’s Holiday Pear is tedious, but for good reason. Only 1 out of 20 pears will make this grade.
The Holiday Pear received its name because they are in peak season during the holiday months.
The Doyenné du Comice, as it’s known in France, was first grown near Angers in the mid-1800s.
The climate in the Rogue Valley leads to perfect growing conditions of this extremely sensitive pear, making the Naumes family’s orchards true “pearfection”.
The shape of the Holiday Pear is truly unique, featuring a rotund body and a short neck.
As the Holiday Pear ripens, the areas of green skin color will turn a yellow hue. The rule of thumb is to check the neck for ripeness by applying gentle pressure to it with your thumb. If it gives slightly, it’s ready! Once ripeness is determined, you can refrigerate it if you want to extend that peak taste for a few days.
Savor this luscious pear as an appetizer by smearing baked brie on slices of a DLM French Baguette and topping it with slices of the Holiday Pear.
It’s a great addition to a cheese plate with brie, Manchego, or a Gorgonzola, like Rogue River Blue Cheese or Dolce Gorgonzola and pairing that with Marsala, Sauternes, Riesling, or Champagne.
Slice it onto a salad made with mesclun spring mix or arugula, caramelized pecans, pomegranate seeds, and a blue cheese. Toss with a simple vinaigrette.
The Holiday Pear makes for a wonderful dessert. Take a few scoops of DLM Madagascar Vanilla Gelato, sprinkle with cut pears, and drizzle with a warmed DLM 100% Pure Maple Syrup.

Grandma Tobias Pie

Posted on November 20, 2018November 20, 2018 by Dorothy Lane Market

Do you ever wonder who “Grandma Tobias” is when you bite into a delicious piece of our pie with her namesake? She’s Norman Mayne’s grandmother (and Calvin Mayne’s great-grandmother) and she certainly did love to make pies. Her family has fond memories of Grandma Tobias rolling out dough in her kitchen filled with the aroma of pies baking. Years ago, when we needed a name for our pumpkin pies, we knew “Grandma Tobias” would be a fitting tribute. Enjoy!

Grandma Tobias Pumpkin Pie

This is a traditional pumpkin pie so good that it’ll impress even the most discerning mother-in-law. We start with an all-butter crust. What’s that mean? It’s a flaky crust rich in flavor and melt-in-your-mouth buttery perfection without being greasy or too crumbly. When it comes to the flavor of the pumpkin pie filling, you may find it a bit familiar. Why’s this? It’s a traditional pumpkin pie meant to taste like the way a pumpkin pie should—smooth and creamy, even in flavor, and just the right texture. It’s so good that we have people tell us that they don’t even bother making their own any longer.

Bakery • 9-inch Whole Pie $11.99

Grandma Tobias Pecan Pie

Naturally, our Grandma Tobias Pumpkin Pie is the frontrunner this time of year but Grandma Tobias Pecan Pie also is a popular favorite and it’s easy to taste why. We use the same all-butter crust and bake with our traditional pecan pie filling that’s gooey, sweet, and chock-full of pecans.

Bakery • 9-inch Whole Pie $15.99

Holiday Dinner Menu Reheating Instructions

Posted on November 20, 2018November 20, 2018 by Dorothy Lane Market

The below instructions are for reheating items ordered from our Holiday Dinner Menu. Although the ordering deadline has passed for these items, you are welcomed to see what’s available in the Gourmet Takeaway section in stores. Please continue reading for Dorothy Lane Market Holiday Dinner Menu instructions or click here to view a printable PDF.

DLM Whole Turkey (fully cooked)

Preheat oven to 325ºF. Place in your own roasting pan or use a foil roasting pan. Add 1 cup of water or DLM Premium Turkey Broth to bottom of pan and cover turkey loosely with foil. Reheat the fully cooked turkey until hot and when the temperature in the thickest part of the breast reaches 135ºF. Allow 1½–2 hours for the whole turkey to heat. Remove foil for the last 15 minutes and baste the turkey with the juices from the pan. Remove turkey from oven and let sit 15 minutes before carving. This helps the turkey maintain its juices.

Because turkeys vary due to conformation, variety, etc., cooking times can only be approximate. After removing from the oven, allow the turkey to set for 20 minutes or so before carving. Do not overcook.

DLM Bone-In Turkey Breast (fully cooked)

Follow instructions as above, but reduce cooking time to 1–1½ hours.

Carved Turkey (fully cooked)

Preheat oven to 325ºF. Place sliced turkey in provided pan or shallow baking dish, cover with foil and heat in oven for 30 minutes. Remove from oven carefully; remove foil and baste with drippings. Return to oven uncovered and heat an additional 10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 135ºF or hot. Re-cover turkey with foil and let rest before serving.

Old-Fashioned Cornbread Dressing

Preheat oven to 350ºF. Place in an oven-safe pan with cover in oven for 20–25 minutes. Microwave: keep covered; heat in microwave-safe container on medium power until heated through, about 3–5 minutes.

Mashed Potatoes

Keep covered; heat in microwave-safe container on medium power until heated through, about 3–5 minutes.

Turkey Gravy

Stovetop: Pour gravy into a saucepan and over moderate heat, bring to a gentle bubble, stirring occasionally. Microwave: keep covered; heat in microwave-safe container on medium power until heated through, about 3–5 minutes.

Sweet Potato Casserole

Preheat oven to 350ºF. Bake in provided foil pan loosely covered for 20–30 minutes. Ovens may vary.

Green Beans Amandine

Keep covered; heat in microwave-safe container on medium power until heated through and hot, about 3–5 minutes. Microwaves may vary.

Our hot prepared dishes are cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165ºF. Hot or cold products have been prepared for immediate consumption or immediate refrigeration. Do not let hot products set at room temperature.

4 Chocolate Bark Recipes To Gift This Season

Posted on November 19, 2018November 19, 2018 by Jessie Kuhn

‘Tis the season to create something sweet for those you love! One of our favorite things about Chocolate Bark is that not only is delicious to have on hand for your festive gatherings, but it’s a great gift idea if you are looking to add a homemade touch. So, without further ado, here are four chocolate bark recipes to keep you and yours holly jolly this season!

Minty White Chocolate Bark

Ingredients needed: White chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate, peppermint extract, green food coloring.

Almond + Sea Salt Chocolate Bark

Ingredients needed: Dark chocolate, slivered almonds, shredded unsweetened coconut, sea salt.

Pistachio + Dried Cranberry Chocolate Bark

Ingredients needed: bittersweet chocolate, pistachios, dried cranberries, orange zest.

Dried Fruit + Walnut Chocolate Bark

Ingredients needed: Bittersweet chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate, walnuts, dried apricots, dried cherries, golden raisins.

Turkey Prep: 5 Common Questions Answered

Posted on November 19, 2018November 19, 2018 by Chef Carrie Walters

I get it. There’s a lot going on when it comes to preparing your Thanksgiving meal and a whole turkey isn’t something that most people cook more than a few times a year. See below for my answer to some of the most common turkey prep questions that may come to mind as you ponder “how do you cook a turkey?”

If you haven’t already, reserve your DLM Free-Range Turkey now! Please remember that our turkeys are grown and not manufactured so weights may vary slightly from what you indicate.

1. Question: To Stuff or Not to Stuff?

Answer: In most modern kitchens, the answer to this debate is not to stuff. Why? Because in order to reach the safe temperature of 165°F in the center of the stuffed bird, you’ll get a completely overcooked turkey. Now, my mother-in-law will argue with me on this one until the cows come home. Her turkey is stuffed in every nook and cranny and it’s still delicious … albeit a little overcooked.

2. Question: Low Heat versus High Heat

Answer: This is a classic debate topic where both sides believe their cooking method gives the best results. High heat helps save time and adds a nice color to the outside of the bird. On the contrary, low heat slows moisture loss but takes a long time to finish. So, I like a two-fold answer to this popular cooking question: use both types! Start with high heat until you get things started then lower the heat to finish cooking the bird with more control.

3. Question: How do you Season the Turkey?

Answer: One word: BUTTER. It not only adds flavor but an amazing amount of moisture-rich fat. I like to brush the outside of the skin with melted butter, salt, and pepper. If you choose to add herbs, halved onions, or lemon, do so in the inside cavity.

4. Question: How do I Know How Big of a Turkey to Get?

Answer: A good rule of thumb is 1 to 1.5 lbs per person, depending on the amount of leftovers you’d like.

5. How Long do I Cook Said Turkey?

Answer: Ultimately, your turkey is done when the meat thermometer reads 165°F. Stick the meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh. But here is a quick guide for how long to cook your unstuffed turkey based on its weight. But note that ovens all differ, so please don’t be afraid to pull out that meat thermometer more than once to make sure it isn’t under-cooked or over-cooked.

Approximate Roasting Times*
12–17 lbs = 3¼ to 4½ hours
18–21 lbs = 4¼ to 5¼ hours
22–24 lbs = 5¼ to 6¼ hours

*Times above are for a 350°F oven with an unstuffed turkey. To ensure that turkey is fully cooked to 165°F, insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the inner thigh.

Take a Trip to Funky Town—Burgundy Truffles

Posted on November 15, 2018November 15, 2018 by Chef Carrie Walters

Arriving soon: Burgundy Truffles will be available tomorrow, November 16!

Known as the “Autumn Truffle”, the season is dependent on the weather, is available from Europe from September through January, and now you can get your hands on them yourselves. Come and ask for them in our Produce department. We will be happy to get it for you.

Although the Burgundy truffle is similar in appearance to the Italian black winter truffle, they are very different. The Burgundy truffle does have a black exterior, but inside the color ranges from dark brown to a light tan. More importantly, this truffle has a more delicate flavor that is best enjoyed when thinly sliced or freshly grated over simple prepared dishes like pasta, eggs, risotto or mashed potatoes. The exquisite taste has a toasted hazelnut like flavor and a lighter, gentler aroma than Italian black winter truffles.

I love to hear or read about how folks describe the taste and smell of truffles, for it is very difficult to pin down. Some words that are tossed around are meaty, earthy, musky, and pungent. But the one I like best is funky. For me, it’s like an umami perfume bomb of mushroomy goodness that just begs for a shared dining experience and maybe a good glass of wine.

If you’ve never tasted a truffle, this one is a great one to begin with. Why not start this Thanksgiving? Try shaving a small amount on top of hot buttered mashed potatoes right before serving and make everyone at the table sigh with delight. Or whip up a decadent breakfast or brunch with lightly scrambled eggs or omelet topped with a little truffle while watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Naturally, a glass of Champagne would be a perfect pairing to go along with all of this. What a nice way to start the day that begins and ends with really good food and family.

10 Swoon-Worthy Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes

Posted on November 15, 2018November 16, 2018 by Dorothy Lane Market

As Thanksgiving nears and you are planning your menu, look no further for these perfect recipe ideas that’ll pair perfectly with your DLM Free-Range Turkey. See below for 10 side dish recipes that will have your guests in awe as you present and enjoy your seasonal fare.