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Gordon Ramsay has put together an appealing yet challenging menu for would be chefs America-wide to cook along with him live on December 15. The idea for the Fox television show is based on the popular UK version, with a goal of getting more people to prepare food at home.

All of the dishes on this menu are designed to serve four people and will be Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp, Chili Peppers and Tomatoes for appertiser, a main course of Steak Diane with Sautéed Potatoes and Peas finished with Quick Tiramisu for dessert.

If you wish to participate, here is the ingredient list that you will need;

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
· Small 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
· 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Some media reports still are reporting that Fox are looking for people to have cameras in their house while they prepare the dishes live – so check out our previous post here to get all of the details

Keep up to date with the show at he Cooaklong Live Facebook page – http://www.facebook.com/pages/Gordon-Ramsay-Cookalong-Live/175573272716?ref=nf&v=wall

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