Yearly Archive: 2011

Chardonnay Clam Linguine

If you’ve had enough turkey try this recipe for a great holiday pleaser. And finish the Chardonnay, it will pair perfectly with the butter sauce. Chardonnay Clam Linguine Terri Geiser Ingredients: · 2 cans minced clams with juice · 1/2 stick of butter · 3/4 cup chopped onion · 3/4 cup Chardonnay · 1 tsp. …

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Warm Brie with Pear Preserves

Warm Brie with Pear Preserves Recipes with Terri Geiser   During the holidays this simple but stylish recipes is easy to make with only 5 ingredients. It has a sweet and savory combination good with gingersnaps, fruit or crackers. Don’t worry about opening a bottle of wine and only using 2 tablespoons because it will …

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Got Turkey?

Got Turkey? If you need a new idea for using up the turkey try this. The tomato pasta gives this dish a bright colorful flare to wake up the visuals and the cream and butter will pair deliciously with a buttery Chardonnay. Turkey in Cream Sauce with Tomato Pasta Noodles Total time: 30 minutes Serves …

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Chicken, Shrimp and Sausage Stew

Serve this stew with some crusty bread and a chilled bottle of Sauvignon Blanc. Follow with curly endive salad, and baked fruit for dessert. Serves 6 Ingredients: 1 pound smoked sausage, cut 1/2″ thick 6 large chicken thighs 3 cups onions Chopped 2 1/3 cups green bell pepper Chopped 1 1/4 cups red bell pepper …

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Tennessee Blackberry Sangria

Sangria is a delicious and refreshing drink. Since Sangria is the Spanish word for blood it would make sense to make it with red wine and that is exactly what I did. I used Tennessee Valley Winery Blackberry wine. For another fabulous idea try the wine with Blackberry Cheesecake. Top your favorite cheesecake recipe with …

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Slow cooker Char Siu Pork Roast

Slow cooker Char Siu Pork Roast -Cooking with Terri Geiser- This is a delicious, rich pork dish that can be served as the main dish or made into sandwiches; will become a party favorite. We tested this dish with several wines and the ___ Pinot Noir was by far the best choice. Ask Gene what …

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Lobster and Shrimp Risotto with Tomato Cream and Basil

-Cooking Wiser with Terri Geiser- Lobster and Shrimp Risotto with Tomato Cream and Basil Tomatoes and cream create a sensational flavor bringing together the softness in the cream and the acid in the tomato. My choice for a wine is an acidic white from Italy or even a good Gewerztraminer from France.

Gene’s Blog

Missions accomplished: BA, Suzanne & Gene

Gene’s Blog 9/28/11 We had a busy weekend. First, Friday night was the taste of Farragut. We want to first thank all the food vendors/restaurants that participated. You forced me to work out two times the next day because I enjoyed so much of your food! Next a special thank you to our beverage distributors …

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Leek Tart with Bacon and Goat Cheese

Cooking Wiser with Terri Geiser Serve this tart as an appetizer or make it a meal by adding a green salad with mandarin oranges, dried cranberries and sliced almonds. Both dishes will pair wonderfully with a Sauvignon Blanc; ask the staff at Campbell Station Wine and Spirits to select on with grassy, herbaceous flavors.

Spaghetti with Bolognese Sauce

Cooking Wiser with Terri Geiser Blackstone, last week’s winery of the week, gives cause to celebrate with their signature Merlot and a big bowl of spaghetti with Bolognese sauce.  You can count on the rich berry aromas and soft tannins in the wine complimenting this rich tomato based dish.

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