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Create a delectable Valentine’s Day cheeseboard with Cowgirl Creamy Hearts Desire. A limited time release just in time for Valentine’s Day celebrations. Hearts Desire is an elegant heart-shaped organic triple cream cheese made from the beloved Mt Tam recipe. Flavors of crème fraiche and cultured butter when the cheese is young develop into notes of salted butter, cream, fresh pasture, and white mushrooms. Hearts Desire bloomy rind ranges from pillowy smooth to birch bark in appearance. At room temperature, the cheese has a dense fudgy core that’s wrapped by a pudgy creamline. Pair Hearts Desire with your favorite sparkling wine or champagne this Valentine’s Day.

Bianchini’s has a Valentine’s Day special you won’t want to miss. For Two Days Only, this Tuesday and Wednesday, 2/13-2/14, Lobster Tails (5-6 oz.) are on sale for $9.99 each! Let Bianchini’s help you create a romantic dinner for two with succulent lobster tails as the main course. Follow our Lobster Tail recipe below to create a mouthwatering lobster meal in about 30 minutes.

Lobster Tails

Easy to prepare, even easier to enjoy!

Ingredients

• 2 lobster tails
• 2 teaspoons parsley
• Salt, to taste
• Ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Split the lobster tails in half lengthwise. Remove any sharp edges.

Sprinkle parsley, salt and pepper over the lobster tails. Pour olive oil over the lobster tails then drizzle lemon juice over top.

Pour water into a 7×11-inch baking pan. Place the lobster tails into the pan.

Place in the oven and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the baking pan from the oven. Transfer the lobster tails onto serving plates and enjoy!

Servings: 2

See’s Valentines Candies are now available at your local Bianchini’s. These sweet treats are a perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your special someone. A See’s heart-shaped box is a great way to show your Valentine how much they mean to you. With an assortment of See’s candies and chocolates to choose from, finding the perfect gift should be deliciously easy! Some might even say it’s “Love at First Bite!” Stop in and pick up a special heart-shaped box of See’s Valentines candies to share. And don’t forget to bring home a bouquet of beautiful fresh flowers!

The Chinese New Year falls on February 10, this
year, marking the “Year of the Dragon”. In the Chinese
culture, the dragon traditionally represents good luck,
strength, health. In honor of this special occasion, we would love for you to try our Dragon Chicken recipe.

Dragon Chicken

Savory, a little spicy with a touch of sweetness.

Ingredients

• 1 pound sliced chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 quart vegetable oil
• 1 cup broccoli
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup sugar snap peas
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium carrot, sliced
• 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
• 4 teaspoons whiskey
• 8 ounces heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 2 teaspoons lobster base
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/3 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Place the chicken breast into a bowl. Add the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Toss together.

Preheat remaining vegetable oil in the wok to 325 degrees F. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 4 minutes. Then add the broccoli, mushrooms, snap peas, peppers and carrots. Continue to cook for 2 more minutes. Drain the oil. Transfer the chicken and vegetables to a bowl and set aside.

Return the wok to the stovetop. Add the chopped garlic, whiskey and heavy cream. Heat for 30 seconds, then add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, Cajun seasoning, lobster base, sugar and black pepper. Cook and stir continually until the sauce begins to boil, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken and vegetables back into the wok. Toss together and cook for 1 minute.

Servings: 4

The Big Game is this Sunday, and that means it’s time to grill! Stop by your local Bianchini’s to pick up Certified Angus Beef burgers, all-beef hot dogs, meaty ribs, marinated tri-tip, and juicy steaks for your backyard tailgate. While you’re shopping, be sure to browse our excellent selection of seasonings, spices, sauces and marinades to take your food to the next level. Our staff is on hand to help with any recommendations and suggestions. We’re confident that once you’ve seen our selections, you’ll know why Bianchini’s was voted Readers Choice Best Place to Buy Meat. Check out our grilling collection to find some sizzling good recipe ideas.

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The countdown has started for the Big Game this Sunday! Are you ready to watch the Forty Niners face off against the Chiefs? Do you know what’re you’re going to serve your hungry football fans? Stop in your local Bianchini’s this week to grab all the tailgating favorites. We have a mouthwatering selection of premium steaks, burgers and hot dogs for grilling, salty snacks, chips, and dips, artisan cheeses, gourmet crackers, and specialty meats, as well as fresh produce for veggie trays. And don’t forget about the refreshments. We carry a fantastic assortment of thirst-quenching beverages, premium wines along with a large selection of local, craft and imported beers. We make it easy to find something to suit everyone’s tastes. Let Bianchini’s help you score a touchdown of deliciousness with your Big Game party.

Loyal Portola Valley Bianchini’s shoppers, Patrick and Karen, shared a delicious new take on the classic Caesar salad, which is said to have originated in Tijuana. While dining at Pepe’s restaurant on Cozumel Island, Patrick and Karen were treated to a table side preparation of this delectable salad. They loved it so much, they wanted to share.

Cozumel Caesar Salad

A yummy twist on the traditional salad

Ingredients
Croutons

• 1/2 sourdough baguette
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt, to taste
• Ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, sliced

Salad

• 2 extra large eggs
• 4 large cloves garlic
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Half of a 3.3 oz. jar anchovies, or one 2 oz. can
• Liberal amount of ground black pepper
• Juice of quartered lemon, not Meyer
• 3 generous shakes Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, more for topping
• 2 Romaine lettuce hearts

Directions

To make croutons: Slice half of the sourdough baguette into 1/4-inch slices. Pour the olive oil into a non-stick pan. Bring to medium heat and place the baguette slices in the pan. Lightly season with salt and pepper and add the garlic cloves. Flip bread slices when golden brown. Watch carefully because they can easily burn. Transfer to paper towels. Makes about 6 slices per person. The croutons can be made a few hours before the salad.

To make the salad: Coddle the eggs. Put eggs in cold water and bring to almost boiling. Cook more eggs than you’re going to use to get it right. Cook until the white just begins to solidify but the yoke is runny. Discard the whites and just use the yolks.

Using a garlic press, mince garlic cloves. Put the garlic in a bowl and add the extra virgin olive oil. Add half of the oil from the anchovy’s jar. Chop the anchovies into fine paste using a large knife. (Do not use anchovy paste.) Add a liberal amount of ground black pepper and the lemon juice. (If someone doesn’t like the taste of anchovies, some extra lemon juice cancels most of that flavor in their serving.) Shake in the Worcestershire, add the grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Add the coddled egg yolks. Beat the ingredients together with a fork. Taste it and if it’s too acidic, add a pinch of sugar.

Use the best romaine lettuce hearts, and only the hearts. Wash and dry. Place 6-8 leaves per person in a large flat bowl. Toss the leaves gently with the dressing. Place the romaine hearts onto two large, chilled plates. Garnish with shaved or grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and add the croutons.

Servings: 2

For all those chocolate lovers out there, did you know that February is Celebration of Chocolate Month? That’s right, a month-long observance of all things chocolate. Do you have a favorite way to enjoy chocolate? Maybe a cake? Brownies? Cupcakes? Cookies? Soufflé? Or a simple chocolate candy like See’s? Did you know that See’s has been making premium chocolates and candies since 1921? It’s no wonder they’re a favorite for many chocolate lovers around the world. You can find See’s chocolate candy and many other fine chocolate treats at your local Bianchini’s. And be sure to look through our chocolate recipe collection for some chocolatey ideas.

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It’s time to look through your cookbooks and bring out your recipe cards, because this Sunday, February 4th, is National Homemade Soup Day. There are so many soups to choose from; a simple chicken noodle to a robust vegetable, rich minestrone or a tasty three bean medley. Deciding which soup to make will be the challenge. For all the foodie historians, did you know around 20,000 B.C. is the earliest depiction of soup? Ancient pottery was discovered in China’s Xianrendong Cave, where it’s believed to have been used for soup preparation. Interesting to know that soup has been a part of humanity for so long. All that’s left to do to celebrate National Homemade Soup Day is to bring out your stockpot, Dutch oven or slow cooker and start cooking! Browse our soup recipe collection to get stated.

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Are you ready for the NFL Conference Playoffs this Sunday, January 28th? Do you have everything you need to feed your football fans? Stop in and pick all the last-minute ingredients to create those game day favorites. We have some of the finest meats in town to cook up tender steaks, juicy burgers, flame-kissed kabobs, and beefy game-day chili. Game-day chili is a sure-fire crowd pleaser, it’s easy to prepare, easy to customize and perfect for football game parties. Grab some shredded cheese to top your chili and pick up Bianchini’s signature cornbread to serve as a side. And don’t forget about refreshments and beer! We have an excellent selection of local craft beers, national favorites and imports from around the world. Let Bianchini’s be your one-stop shop for all your game day needs. You can count on us to deliver the best of the best when it comes to meats. Bianchini’s was voted Reader’s Choice Best Place to Buy Meat. And be sure check out our chili recipe collection, we have it all, from 3-bean meatless chili to rich and hearty sirloin steak chili.

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