Seasonal Pairings: Truffle, Parmesan, and Rosemary

Seasonal Pairing: Truffle and Parmesan Popcorn Paired with a Rosemary Moscow Mule

Why this pairing works: The rosemary complements the truffle and parmesan ingredients of the popcorn; the flavor of the pepper comes alive and contrasts the sweetness of the ginger beer component of the cocktail.

Recipes:

Black Truffle & Parmesan Popcorn
1/2 stick of butter
2 tblsp of truffle oil
1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese

Preparation
1.  Melt the butter and the truffle oil over low heat or in the microwave.
2.  Take off the heat.
3.  Drizzle over popcorn, and add Parmesan cheese.

Rosemary Moscow Mule
2oz Russian Standard Vodka
4oz Ginger Beer
1oz Rosemary Syrup
Fresh Lime
Rosemary as garnish

Preparation
1.  Build in Collins glass and add thyme & fresh squeezed lime.
2.  Stir, add ice, stir again.

(Recipes supplied by entertaining expert, Linnea Johansson.)