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Here you can discover additional information that supports your cooking. Drill-downs are used to highlight skills and techniques, provide culinary definitions, chef tips and tricks and even information on products. They are entirely "opt-in" so you decide what is relevant to you. You will see links to contextual Drill-downs when you are watching a Rouxbe Video Recipe, taking a lesson in the Rouxbe Cooking School and in most of our user submitted recipes in the Test Kitchen.

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Rouxbe Certified Text Recipes Rouxbe Certified (text recipes): These recipes have made the first cut. They were voted up by the community for potential video recipe production. Help us pick the winners.Rouxbe Certified (text recipes)
These recipes have made the first cut. They were voted up by the community for potential video recipe production. Help us pick the winners.

These recipes started in the Test Kitchen, were promoted up by the community, then tested by Rouxbe. Some were slightly modified, with the original publisher's participation and approval, to ensure that they will drive successful results. These are recipes that you can trust.

Average Success Rating Average of all user ratings for Rouxbe Certified Recipes as rated by our community. Average of all user ratings for Rouxbe Certified Recipes as rated by our community. : 95%
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White Veal Stock

by Dawn T

Stock is one of the most valuable ingredients to a good cook. White veal stock is used just like white chicken stock. The only difference is that v...

Active Time: 30 minsComments: 0
Total Time: 6 - 8 hrsViews: 39
Success Rating: 100% (3 ratings)

Italian Bread Crumbs

by Dawn T

Easy-to-make bread crumbs have added garlic, onion powder, oregano, parsley and freshly-grated Parmesan cheese.

Active Time: 20 minsComments: 2
Total Time: 20 minsViews: 83
Success Rating: 100% (3 ratings)

Braised Malaysian Short Ribs

by Kimberley S

Beer-braised short ribs are seasoned with exotic Malaysian meat curry powder and finished with a touch of coconut milk for a luxurious sauce.

Active Time: 1 hr 15 minsComments: 0
Total Time: 6 hrsViews: 111
Success Rating: 100% (3 ratings)

Braised Peppercorn Short Ribs

by Dawn T

Braised in red wine and stock then finished with cream, these peppercorn short ribs are deliciously rich and perfect for the fall and winter season.

Active Time: 1 hr 20 minsComments: 2
Total Time: 30 hrsViews: 167
Success Rating: 100% (2 ratings)

Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Shallots

by Dawn T

Brussels sprouts tossed with caramelized shallots that are so good even people that don't like Brussels sprouts will like them.

Active Time: 30 minsComments: 0
Total Time: 45 minsViews: 170
Success Rating: 100% (2 ratings)

Hash Browns

by Dawn T

Serve some crunchy, golden hash browns with your next breakfast or brunch.

Active Time: 30 minsComments: 0
Total Time: 30 minsViews: 206
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Sautéed Peas with Romaine and Mint

by Joe G

Served as a side or unique salad, celery and onions are sautéed together with romaine lettuce, peas and then finished with a hint of mint.

Active Time: 15 minsComments: 0
Total Time: 15 minsViews: 140
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Basic Court Bouillon

by Joe G

Court bouillon is a flavorful liquid in which to poach foods. This basic court bouillon can be used to poach seafood, fish and chicken.

Active Time: 10 minsComments: 0
Total Time: 40 minsViews: 167
Success Rating: 100% (1 rating)

Poached Salmon with Herb Vinaigrette

by Joe G

Poached in a fragrant court bouillon, this succulent salmon is topped with a vibrant caper, herb and lemon vinaigrette.

Active Time: 40 minsComments: 0
Total Time: 40 minsViews: 174
Success Rating: 100% (2 ratings)

Mile-High Pancakes

by Joe G

Fluffy, comforting and oh so yummy pancakes!

Active Time: 15 minsComments: 6
Total Time: 25 minsViews: 961
Success Rating: 100% (2 ratings)

Spinach-Ricotta Ravioli

by Dawn T

Tender, delicate pasta filled with fresh spinach and ricotta.

Active Time: 1 hrComments: 0
Total Time: 1 hr 30 minsViews: 520
Success Rating: 100% (3 ratings)

Tarragon and Shallot Compound Butter

by Kimberley S

Compound butter is a great way to add flavor to many dishes...from grilled meats to corn on the cob.

Active Time: 15 minsComments: 0
Total Time: 30 minsViews: 413
Success Rating: 100% (2 ratings)

One-Pot Béchamel Sauce

by Tony M

Béchamel is also known as a white sauce. In its most basic form, it consists of milk which is thickened by a roux.

Active Time: 15 - 20 minsComments: 0
Total Time: 15 - 20 minsViews: 399
Success Rating: 100% (2 ratings)

Basic Egg Pasta Dough

by Tony M

Making your own laminated pasta is an experience not to be missed. Flour and eggs are mixed together and kneaded to form a beautifully-smooth dough.

Active Time: 30 minsComments: 0
Total Time: 1 hrViews: 486
Success Rating: 100% (3 ratings)

Azteca Soup

by Dawn T

This mildly spicy Mexican soup is made with delicious ancho and guajillo chilies, chicken and corn, and is finished with fresh cilantro salsa, avoc...

Active Time: 1 hrComments: 2
Total Time: 1 hr 30 minsViews: 724
Success Rating: 100% (2 ratings)

Chimichurri Sauce

by Kimberley S

Chimichurri's origin lies in Argentina, but this mouth-watering sauce for grilled meat and sausages is also a popular condiment in neighboring Urug...

Active Time: 30 minsComments: 2
Total Time: 30 minsViews: 803
Success Rating: 98% (5 ratings)

Roasted Pumpkin and Chickpea Soup

by Divina P

You can still savor and enjoy this soup even if the winter season is over.

Active Time: 30 minsComments: 1
Total Time: 1 hrViews: 760
Success Rating: 97% (6 ratings)

Adzuki Bean and Shiitake Mushroom Soup

by Divina P

With hints of coriander, cumin and ginger & garnished with cucumber and radish

Active Time: 20 minsComments: 1
Total Time: 40 minsViews: 831
Success Rating: 98% (5 ratings)

Green Onion Cakes

by Kimberley S

These addictive green onion cakes make a crunchy snack or appetizer.

Active Time: 1 hrComments: 0
Total Time: 1 hrViews: 929
Success Rating: 88% (12 ratings)

Roasted Eggplant Soup

by Divina P

Smooth and silky

Active Time: 20 minsComments: 2
Total Time: 1 hr 30 minsViews: 1024
Success Rating: 92% (11 ratings)

Green Beans w/ Almonds and Brown Butter

by Dawn T

Crispy green beans with slivered almonds tossed in a lemon brown butter sauce.

Active Time: 15 minsComments: 3
Total Time: 15 minsViews: 1083
Success Rating: 97% (3 ratings)

Meatballs in Romanoff Sauce

by Steve E

So rich, so flavorful and inspired by the best pasta sauce I've ever had.

Active Time: 1 hrComments: 0
Total Time: 1 hr 15 minsViews: 966
Success Rating: 95% (11 ratings)

Chicken Korma

by Marcelo B

Marinated chicken thighs slowly cooked in typical Indian spices.

Active Time: 1 hr 40 minsComments: 5
Total Time: 1 hr 40 minsViews: 1128
Success Rating: 85% (2 ratings)

Fancy Polenta Cakes

by Jenn S

Polenta cakes dressed up with colorful flavors and cheese, can be baked or fried

Active Time: 1 hrComments: 2
Total Time: 2 hrsViews: 843
Success Rating: 96% (5 ratings)

Moussaka

by Kimberley S

Layers of eggplant are smothered between a delicious meat sauce and topped with a creamy béchamel. With hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, this traditio...

Active Time: 1 hr 35 minsComments: 2
Total Time: 2 hrs 45 minsViews: 917
Success Rating: 78% (5 ratings)

Cinnamon-Raisin Bagels

by Kimberley S

Enjoy warm cinnamon-raisin bagels straight from your oven. Since most of the work is done the day before, it doesn't take much time in the morning ...

Active Time: 40 minsComments: 0
Total Time: 13 hrsViews: 882