Recipes

Petite Sirah

• Beef Lasagne

  This is a mixture of two different recipes but I do depend on the Barilla directions for finishing the lasagna. It bakes for about an hour.

  Wine Pairing: Merlot Friends Red Sonoma Classico Cabernet Franc Petite Sirah

• Drunken Steak with Shiitake Mushrooms

  Whenever we are in a hurry, Ed and I look to one of our favorite cookbooks, Zinfandel Cookbook: Food to Go with California’s Heritage Wine by Jan Nix and Margaret Smith. I have known Margaret for many years and this book reflects her great wisdom and taste when it comes to wine and food matching. 

  Wine Pairing: Cabernet Sauvignon Petite Sirah

• Joe's Chili-spiced burgers

  Ed and Julie's son Joe developed this recipe for tasty chili flavored burgers.

  Wine Pairing: Dry Rosé of Zinfandel Friends Red Sangiovese Zinfandel Petite Sirah

• Moroccan Beef Stew

  Great served over couscous (I use the whole wheat couscous from Trader Joe’s)

  Wine Pairing: Merlot Friends Red Cabernet Franc Petite Sirah

• Polenta with Sausage

  Polenta is similar to grits but with a richer taste-pair up with the sauce and cheese for a delightful combination.

  Wine Pairing: Friends Red Sangiovese Petite Sirah

• Pork Chops with Sour Cherries

  Sour cherries sets this dish apart and the carmelized onions are so tasty.

  Wine Pairing: Pinot Noir Petite Sirah

• Quick Cassoulet

  By: Sam Gugino

  Wine Pairing: Friends Red Sangiovese Petite Sirah

• Vegetarian Cassoulet

  A hearty and flavorful dish with a tasty vegetable combination.

  Wine Pairing: Sauvignon Blanc Friends White Petite Sirah

• Slow Roasted Lamb Ragout

  This recipe was provided by Gary Gross. Gary and his wife Joy have helped create and prepare many gourmet dishes at Pedroncelli special events

  Wine Pairing: Pinot Noir Merlot Petite Sirah

• Red Hot Beans

  You'll have company if they smell this heavenly concoction. Serve with grilled meats or sausages.

  Wine Pairing: Petite Sirah

• Beef Brisket with Wild Mushrooms

  An inexpensive cut of meat becomes flavorful and tender in this recipe by Katie Workman.

  Wine Pairing: Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Petite Sirah

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  Pan-Fried Rib Eye Steaks with Chimichurri, Butter & Spinach

  A great recipe for springtime. Fresh herbs, steak and a glass of wine. Michele Anna Jordan has written 24 books to date. Email her at michele@micheleannajordan.com

  Wine Pairing: Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Petite Sirah

• Double Dark Chocolate Merlot Cookies

  Rich, dark chocolate cookies made with Merlot-you'll be hooked when you bake these. Found on the Simply Scratch website www.simplyscratch.com

  Wine Pairing: Merlot Friends Red Petite Sirah Port

• Three Cheese Crackers

  A great cracker recipe that is wine friendly. A recipe adapted from Smitten Kitchen

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White Dry Rosé of Zinfandel Pinot Noir Friends Red Sangiovese Cabernet Sauvignon Zinfandel Petite Sirah

• Roasted Venison with Red Wine Marinade

  While many of us don't have access to game this is a great marinade for venison or beef tenderloin. Roasted root vegetables make a great side to this flavorful dish.

  Wine Pairing: Petite Sirah

• Parmesan Polenta with Sausage Ragu

  A winter feast-so flavorful and it pulls together nicely with layers of flavor!

  Wine Pairing: Merlot Friends Red Sonoma Classico Cabernet Franc Zinfandel Petite Sirah

• Sausage, Cheese and Basil Lasagna

  Basil bumps up the flavor in place of parsley, a delicious pasta dish for a Sunday supper.

  Wine Pairing: Merlot Sonoma Classico Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Zinfandel Petite Sirah

• Braised Beef Short Ribs with Red Wine, Pancetta & Crimini Mushrooms

  The red wine, pancetta and mushrooms create layers of flavor for this braised beef dish-serve over mashed potatoes or polenta.

  Wine Pairing: Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Petite Sirah

• Hunter's Chicken or Chicken Cacciatore

  This recipe, from chef Nick Stellino, captures this hearty chicken dish nicely with deep flavors. 

  Wine Pairing: Petite Sirah

• Paillards of Beef Tenderloin with Sweet Potatoes

  From local chef Michele Anna Jordan comes this delicious combination, perfect for our hearty Petite Sirah.

  Wine Pairing: Petite Sirah