Gordon Ramsay's Cook-along Coming To Fox
Nov. 19 2009, Published 9:49 a.m. ET
TV chef Gordon Ramsay wants you to join him for a night, as the MasterChef star hosts a live, one-hour Fox special in which he gives viewers step-by-step instructions toward making a delicious three-course meal consisting of Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp, Steak Diane and Tiramisu.
The celeb chef -- who is to cooking what Simon Cowell is to evaluating singers: blunt, brutal and the best in the business -- is looking for some chefs to appear alongside him on the delicious dais for the special; if interested, check out fox.com/casting
Listed below are the suggested ingredients for those ready to don the apron and join Ramsay in his quest for the perfect dinner.
The special airs Tuesday, December 15 at 9/8c on Fox.
PRODUCE
· 1 red chili pepper
· 5 large garlic cloves, peeled
· 1 large tomato (heirloom or beefsteak)
· 1 lemon
· small handful of fresh basil leaves
· 3 scallions
· 4 ounces crimini mushrooms, cleaned (can also use button mushrooms instead)
· 3 shallots, peeled
· a mall handful of flat-leaf parsley
· 3 small sprigs of rosemary
· 1 pound small waxy potatoes (Yukon Gold, cut in half)
· 2 cups peas, defrosted if using frozen
MEAT/FISH
· 1/2 pound medium-size raw, peeled shrimps
· 4 small sirloin steaks (approx. 7 ounces each)
DAIRY
· 1 3/4 cups heavy cream
· 1 cup mascarpone
· 2 1/2 tablespoons salted butter
PASTA/BREAD
· 7 ounces angel hair pasta
· 4 Italian Ladyfingers, or Savoiardi
BAKING
· 1/4 cup powdered sugar
· 1 vanilla bean, or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
· Piece of chocolate (to grate as garnish)
LIQUOR/COFFEE
· 4 tablespoons Marsala, or sweet dessert wine such as Vin Santo
· 1/4 cup brandy or cognac
· 1/4 cup white wine
· 1 cup cold strong coffee
CONDIMENTS
· Salt and freshly ground black pepper
· Olive oil
· Extra virgin olive oil
· 1-2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, to taste