Root Beer-Date Puree
While experimenting with different liquids to plump up dried dates, Dufresne had an epiphany about root beer. “They both have dark, opulent caramel flavors that play off each other,” he says. The sweetness of the compote makes it a natural match for rich meats and oily fish. Slideshow: Cranberry RecipesRecipe from Food & Wine Best New Chefs All-Star Cookbook