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Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes

Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetables
  • 1/2 pound Brussels sprouts halved
  • 2 sweet potatoes diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • salt and black pepper to season
  • fresh parsley to garnish
For the Tahini Sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 3 tbsp. fresh parsley minced
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 large lemon juiced
  • water to thin if needed
  • salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Arrange the vegetables on a  large baking sheet or sheet pan (lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup), trying not to overcrowd the pan (thus allowing them to get crispy rather than soggy). Drizzle with olive oil and salt; toss to coat. Roast the vegetables for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. As the Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes cook, prepare the tahini sauce by whisking together all the ingredients in a medium bowl. Season with salt to taste and add water as needed to reach desired consistency.
  4. Remove the vegetables from the oven and drizzle (or dip) with the lemon tahini sauce. Garnish with additional salt, pepper, and chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

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Quick Tasty Red Swiss Chard with Asparagus

Quick Tasty Red Swiss Chard with Asparagus

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings: 3

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bunch swiss chard washed and leaves sliced from stems
  • 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 small red onion chopped coarsely
  • pine nuts sprinkled
  • 1/4 bunch fresh asparagus
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper
  • 2 tbsp. marsala wine
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic chopped fine

Method
 

  1. Remove leaves from stems and slice leaves coarsely. Place sliced leaves in bowl of water to soak while preparing other ingredients. Chop red stems in approximately 1/4 inch pieces.
  2. Chop red onion coarsely. (It will reduce when cooking.) Cut asparagus in approximately 1" pieces but retain most of the flower portion.
  3. Heat olive oil in saute pan (medium heat). Add chopped chard stems, onions and asparagus. Saute for about 3 minutes. Add chopped garlic, pine nuts and Marsala wine. Saute for additional minute or until asparagus is tender but al dente. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  4. Remove leaves from bowl (do not drain). Add to saute pan and cover. Cook for 3 minutes. (do not remove cover while steaming)
  5. Uncover saute pan and stir for one more minute. (Do not cook all the juice/moisture away.
  6. Can be served as a side dish or eaten as a main meal. I served it with quinoa and leftover sauteed pork. Enjoy.

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Easy Brussels Sprouts Stew

Easy Brussels Sprouts Stew

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts
  • 1 medium red onion finely diced
  • 1 tbsp. coconut oil
  • 1 tsp. black mustard seeds
  • 2 tbsp. cilantro minced
  • 4 cloves garlic smashed with a knife or a mortar and pestle until they are almost a paste
  • 1 sprig curry leaves about 12 individual leaves, optional
  • 2 medium tomtoes diced
  • 1/2 tsp. turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp. cayenne or paprika
  • 2 tsp. garam masala can sub with curry powder or even sambar powder. They will all result in flavor differences but will all be delicious versions
  • 1/2 cup raw cashews
  • 14 oz. coconut milk
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 lemon (or lime) juiced

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a wide saucepan and add mustard seeds. When they sputter, add the cilantro, curry leaves if using, and garlic. Saute for a minute.
  2. Add the onions and saute for a minute until they begin to turn translucent. Add the tomatoes and powdered spices– the garam masala, cayenne and turmeric. Saute, stirring frequently, until the tomatoes release most of their liquid and get pulpy.
  3. Add the cashews, Brussels sprouts and some salt to taste. Cover the saucepan to let the Brussels sprouts get tender, around 5-8 minutes. Stir occasionally to make sure nothing's sticking to the bottom. If necessary, add a couple of tablespoons of water to the pan.
  4. Add half the coconut milk and let the sauce come to a simmer. Check if the Brussels sprouts are tender by piercing one with a fork in the center. Add the remaining coconut milk and just warm through without letting the stew boil.
  5. Check salt and add more if needed.
  6. Serve the stew hot with some rice or bread. Squeeze on some lemon or lime juice over the stew while serving.

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Chard, White Bean, and Sweet Potato Gratin

Chard, White Bean, and Sweet Potato Gratin

Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 small onion
  • 1 bunch chard
  • 1 tbsp. butter
  • 1 tbsp. flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 large sweet potato peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup cooked white beans or 1 can, rinsed and drained
  • 1 pinch grated nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup Edam cheese or gruyere, cheddar, or gouda
  • olive oil for cooking

Method
 

  1. Heat a drizzle of oil in the pan over medium-high heat and cook the onion for a few minutes. Add the chard, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and cook until the chard wilts and there is no moisture left in the pan. Transfer to a bowl, set aside.
  2. Add the butter and flour to the pan and whisk together to make a roux. Whisk in the milk, then add the garlic and bring to a simmer. Boil for 2 minutes, whisking. Season with salt and pepper and remove from the heat.
  3. Preheat the oven to 400° F. Spray a baking dish with oil. Spread half of the sweet potatoes in the baking dish. Top with half the beans, a sprinkle of nutmeg, half of the greens mixture, half the cheese, and half the sauce.
  4. Layer with the rest of the potatoes, beans, greens and sauce, and top with the rest of the cheese.
  5. Cover with tin foil and bake for about 45 minutes, then take the foil off and bake for another 15 minutes, until Golden and bubbly.
  6. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

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Butternut Squash Apple Walnut Salad With Sweet Citrus Dressing

Butternut Squash Apple Walnut Salad With Sweet Citrus Dressing

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 small butternut squash peeled and cut into small cubes
  • 1 tbsp. coconut oil or other fat for roasting
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 large pink lady apple cored and cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 cup shelled walnuts chopped
  • 3-4 cups baby spinach chopped
  • 1/4 cup cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp. fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tsp. fresh squeezed lime juice
  • 2 tsp. orange juice
  • 1/2 tsp. pure maple syrup optional

Method
 

  1. First, it's time to roast that butternut! I always roast my butternut with coconut oil, but choose whatever fat you like that is safe for high heat.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. Melt your fat and toss it with the butternut squash cubes. Add the 1/2 tsp salt and toss again. Arrange cubes in a single layer on a parchment lined baking sheet (for maximum sweetness and crispness, do the parchment!) Roast in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, flipping/stirring once in the middle of cook time, or until browned, soft inside and crisp outside.
  3. Set your butternut aside to cool while you prepare the rest of the salad. Combine your baby spinach, chopped apple, and walnuts in a med-large salad bowl and set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon, lime and orange juice, and maple syrup if you are adding that. (The salad maple syrup will really sweeten up the dressing, so only add this if you want a pretty sweet salad!)
  4. Now add the cooled butternut squash to the salad bowl. Just before serving, whisk up the dressing again, drizzle over the salad a little at a time, and toss. Serve alone or as a delicious side dish!

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Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 3 leeks white and light green parts cleaned, halved, and sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 5 cups cubed butternut squash (about 1 large) peeled, seeded, and cut into 1" chunks
  • 2 medium potatoes Peeled and cubed (about 1 1/2 cups in 1" chunks). I highly recommend using Yukon gold potatoes for their creamy texture.
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 6 cups vegetable stock
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream optional

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium low heat. Add the leeks and sauté until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cayenne pepper and sauté 30 seconds longer.
  2. Add the butternut squash and potato, and sauté 1 minute more. Increase the heat to medium, then add the bay leaf and broth and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the squash and potato are very tender. Remove from heat and discard the bay leaf.
  4. Puree the soup with an immersion blender or high speed blender until smooth.
  5. Stir in the cream and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve and enjoy!

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Penne with Cauliflower and Leeks

Penne with Cauliflower and Leeks

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 medium leeks white and light green parts thinly sliced crosswise
  • 2 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 1 pound cauliflower cut into 1-inch florets
  • 1 fresh red chile seeded and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 8 cherry tomatoes
  • 3/4 pound penne rigate
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. In a large, deep skillet, heat the olive oil. Add the leeks and garlic and cook over low heat, stirring often, until the leeks are softened but not browned, about 10 minutes. Add the cauliflower and chile. Cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender, about 25 minutes. Add the wine and water, cover and simmer over moderately low heat until the liquid has reduced to about 1/2 cup, about 12 minutes. Add the cherry tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes longer.
  2. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain the pasta, then toss it with the vegetables in the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper and serve.

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Sautéed French Green Beans

Sautéed French Green Beans

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 173

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Lb French green beans (haricot verts) trimmed
  • 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 2 anchovy filets
  • 2 tbsp. finely chopped herbs such as dill, tarragon, chives, parsley, or chervil
  • 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp. capers drained, chopped
  • 1 tsp. dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp. whole grain mustard
  • 1 pinch granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 2 large scallions cut into 1" pieces

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, then add chopped walnuts. Cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, stirring often so they don't burn. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. Add 2 Tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then add anchovies. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to carefully press into and break apart the filets. Be careful, oil may splatter. Cook until the anchovies are melted and broken down, then pour into a mixing bowl.
  2. Make the vinaigrette. To the bowl with the anchovy oil, add chopped herbs, vinegar, capers, Dijon, whole grain mustard, and sugar. Whisk to combine, then set aside.
  3. Cook the French green beans. Add remaining 2 Tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then heat over medium-high heat. When hot, add trimmed green beans and cook, stirring often, until blistered (not burnt!), about 5-7 minutes. Green beans should still have a slight crunch to them. Season with kosher salt.
  4. Add the vinaigrette. Pour the anchovy vinaigrette into the skillet along with the sliced scallions, then toss to combine. Transfer cooked green beans to a large serving bowl. Top with toasted walnuts, then serve immediately or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 173kcal

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Parsnip and Nutmeg Mash

Parsnip and Nutmeg Mash

Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 parsnips about 300g
  • 2 tbsp. double cream
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp. butter

Method
 

  1. Halve the parsnips lengthwise. (If the core is darker than the surrounding flesh, it could be a bit woody and should be removed.) Roughly dice and put into a large pan. Cover with salted water and bring to the boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes or until the parsnips are tender. Drain, reserving some of the cooking water. Allow the parsnips to cool slightly.
  2. Transfer the parsnips to a blender or food processor, with the double cream and enough of the cooking liquid to loosen the mix. Blitz until the parsnips are smooth.
  3. Just before serving, return the mash to the pan and place over a low heat. Season with the salt and the nutmeg, then add the butter and warm gently, stirring until heated through. Scatter with the spiced breadcrumbs, below, if you like.

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Zucchini Involtini with Swiss Chard and Ricotta

Zucchini Involtini with Swiss Chard and Ricotta

Servings: 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds zucchini about 2 large
  • 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 10 oz. Swiss chard leaves finely chopped (stems removed)
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk ricotta
  • Zest from one lemon
  • 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups tomato or marinara sauce
  • Parmigiano Reggiano freshly grated (for serving)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425° F.
  2. Line a sheet pan (or two, if needed) with parchment paper or Silpats, or rub lightly with olive oil.  Trim the stem end of each zucchini.  Stand each vertically,and make 1/4-inch thick cuts down to create long slices—they don't have to be perfect.  Or lie the zucchini flat on the cutting board and carefully slice along the length keeping the knife parallel to the surface as you go.
  3. Arrange the slices on the prepared sheet pan(s) and drizzle the zucchini lightly with olive oil.  Season with salt and pepper.  Transfer the pan(s) to the oven and roast for 10 to 15 minutes, just until the zucchini is pliable enough to be rolled into a coil.   Remove pan(s) from the oven.
  4. Meanwhile,in a large sauté pan set over high heat, heat the tablespoon of olive oil until shimmering.  Add the chopped chard leaves, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and sauté, rearranging with tongs as necessary.  Cook the chard for about 2 minutes or until wilted.  Remove pan from heat.
  5. To make the filling, in a medium bowl, stir together the ricotta, lemon zest,thyme, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.  When chard has cooled briefly, stir it into the ricotta mixture.  Taste mixture.  Add more salt to taste—this is your chance to make sure the filling is seasoned properly.
  6. Spoon tomato sauce into two 9-inch round baking dishes or one 9×13-inch baking dish—the bottom of the dish should be covered in a thin layer.  Place a spoonful (about 2 teaspoons) of filling at one end of each of the zucchini slices.  Roll the slice into a tight coil and place it seam-side down in the dish on top of the tomato sauce.  Drizzle lightly with olive oil.  Season lightly with salt and pepper.  Transfer to the oven and bake until the sauce has reduced slightly and is bubbling, and the rolls are lightly golden on top,about 25 minutes.  If the rolls are still not golden after the 25 minutes, remove the pan from the oven and preheat the broiler.  Broil the involtini for about 3 minutes keeping a close watch the entire time. Remove pan from the oven and sprinkle finely grated Parmesan over the top.

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Grandma Jeanette’s Amazing German Red Cabbage

Grandma Jeanette’s Amazing German Red Cabbage

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp. butter
  • 5 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup sliced green apples
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tbsp. water
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 2 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cloves

Method
 

  1. Place butter, cabbage, apples, and sugar into a large pot. Pour in the vinegar and water, and season with salt, pepper, and clove.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the cabbage is tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

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Fingerling Potato and Leek Pizza

Fingerling Potato and Leek Pizza

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cp thinly sliced fingerling potatoes
  • 1 tbsp. garlic oil divided (recipe follows)
  • 8 oz. pizza dough (recipe follows)
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup diced bacon cooked until crisp and drained
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced leeks
  • 1/4 cup blue cheese
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmegiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • Sea salt
For the Garlic Oil & Confit
  • cloves from 2 heads of garlic peeled
  • 2 cups canola oil
  • 1 sprig rosemary
For the Pizza Dough
  • 1 1/2 cups cold water
  • 1/4 tsp. dry yeast
  • 3 1/3 cups unbleached bread flour divided
  • 2 tsp. kosher salt

Method
 

  1. Place a pizza stone on the lower rack of the oven and preheat to 500°F.
  2. Add potatoes and two teaspoons garlic oil into a bowl and toss to combine. Spread potatoes on a sheet pan and roast in oven until tender, about 20 minutes.
  3. Roll or hand toss pizza dough to 12 inches in diameter. Using the back of a spoon, spread the remaining garlic oil evenly onto the dough, leaving a one-inch margin around the edges. Scatter garlic confit, bacon, potatoes, and leeks over oil. Top with cheeses, red pepper flakes, and a light sprinkling of sea salt. Bake directly on the pizza stone until the crust is crispy and cheese is golden brown and bubbly, about seven to10 minutes.
For the Garlic Oil and Confit
  1. Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan. Gently simmer over medium-high heat until garlic is fragrant and tender, about two to four minutes. Remove and discard rosemary. Set pan aside to cool. Store garlic confit and oil together in a sealed container. They will keep for up to two weeks in the refrigerator.
For the Pizza Dough
  1. Combine water and yeast in a large mixing bowl and set aside for two minutes.
  2. Sprinkle three cups of flour into water and yeast mixture. Stir to combine until all the ingredients come together to forma sticky dough. Let dough rest for two minutes, then sprinkle salt over the dough and mix until incorporated.
  3. Dust a clean work surface lightly with remaining flour. Turn dough out onto the surface and knead by hand for two minutes. Let it rest for one minute, then knead again for two minutes. Repeat this process until the dough is smooth, adding a light dusting of flour to the work surface as needed, about eight to 10 minutes total.
  4. Allow dough to rest in a covered bowl overnight(or up to three days) in the refrigerator. Remove at least one hour before using.

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Creamy Butternut Squash Potato Soup

Creamy Butternut Squash Potato Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 5

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1/8 tsp. curry powder
  • 1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. black pepper
  • 1 large idaho potato chopped
  • 1 lb butternut squash chopped
  • 3 cups vegetable stock
  • grated parmesan cheese optional

Method
 

  1. In a medium soup pot, heat oil on medium heat. Add the chopped onion.
  2. Sauté the onion for 5 minutes. Then add in the curry powder, salt, red pepper, and black pepper.
  3. Add the chopped potato and butternut squash. Add 3 cups of vegetable broth. Cover with lid.
  4. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Turn off heat. Allow to cool down. Taste for salt, and season with salt to taste.
  5. Carefully transfer to a blender or food processor in thirds and place a kitchen cloth over the lid to hold it down while you blend at low speed. This is because when blending hot liquids, the heat may cause the lid to pop off, so please be careful. Transfer liquid back to the pot.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with chopped parsley. The soup should be thick and creamy. If too thick, you may add in a little water.
  7. Optional: serve with some freshly cracked black pepper on top, or with some grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and serve!

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Ginger Bok Choy Soup with Noodles

Ginger Bok Choy Soup with Noodles

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 Large Bowls

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 bunch scallions
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp. minced fresh ginger
  • 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 head bok choy
  • 4 oz. ramen noodles
  • Salt if desired
  • Sesame seeds for topping
  • Red pepper flakes for topping

Method
 

  1. In a stock pot, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Trim the ends off the scallions and chop up the light green stem. Save the dark green tops for topping. Next, add the scallions to the pot with the garlic and ginger. Cook, stirring occasionally for 2 to 3 minutes until the garlic and ginger is fragrant.
  2. Pour in the vegetable broth and water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes.
  3. While broth is simmering, cut the end off the head of bok choy. Cut off the stems and then cut the stems into thin strips. Roll the leaves together and also cut into strips.
  4. Add the stems to the broth and cook for 5minutes or until stems are starting to be tender. Follow with the leaves and cook for another 5 minutes more. Finally, stir in the ramen and simmer soup until the noodles and bok choy are tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Taste and add salt as needed
  5. Divide soup into two bowls. Then top with chopped scallion greens, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes.

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Deep-Fried Zucchini Tempura with Tzatziki

Deep-Fried Zucchini Tempura with Tzatziki

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 5

Ingredients
  

Zucchini:
  • 6 zucchini tender and without many seeds
  • 12 oz. beer
  • Flour as necessary (about 7 oz.)
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Extra virgin olive oil for frying
Tzatziki:
  • 2 tubs Greek strained yogurt
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tbsp. fresh dill or spearmint chopped
  • 3 tbsp. vinegar
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cucumber grated and liquids squeezed out, unpeeled

Method
 

Prepare the Batter:
  1. Pour the beer into a bowl and gradually add the sifted flour, salt, and pepper.
  2. Combine with a whisk until the batter is fairly loose, without lumps. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, wash the zucchini. If small, cut lengthways. If larger, cut into round slices. Sprinkle with salt and leave for 15 minutes. Pat dry thoroughly with a kitchen towel or kitchen paper.
  4. Dip the zucchini into the batter and fry in the olive oil until golden. Put on absorbent kitchen paper to remove excess oil and serve
Tzatziki:
  1. Put the yogurt, minced garlic, salt, vinegar, dill, olive oil and dried shredded cucumber in a bowl.
  2. Combine well, until all the ingredients are incorporated. Chill in the refrigerator and serve once cool.

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Cauliflower Spinach Bake

Cauliflower Spinach Bake

Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large cauliflower (3 pounds) cut into small florets
  • 2 cups milk divided
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 4 oz. cream cheese cubed
  • 3 cups freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese divided
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. ground mustard
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt plus more for cooking cauliflower
  • 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup lightly packed fresh baby spinach
  • 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • Fresh ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 F degrees.
  2. Cauliflower: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season the water with salt and add cauliflower. Cook cauliflower in the boiling water for no more than 4-5 minutes or just until tender-crisp. Immediately drain over a colander.
  3. Cheese Sauce: In a small saucepan, warm 1 1/2 cups milk, plus a bay leaf over medium heat. Whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup milk and the flour until there are no lumps.
  4. When the milk begins to lightly bubble around the edges, whisk in the flour/milk mixture. Reduce the heat to low and add the cream cheese. Whisk until smooth and slightly thickened.
  5. Discard the bay leaf. Stir in 1 cup of cheddar cheese and whisk just until melted. Then add 1 more cup of cheese, whisking until melted and smooth.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the paprika, mustard, and salt. Season with ground black pepper, to taste. Set aside.
  7. Breadcrumbs: In a medium non-stick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and stir until completely coated with butter.
  8. To Assemble: Add half of the cauliflower to a 10 X 10 baking dish. Top with spinach and then the remaining cauliflower. Pour the cheese sauce over the cauliflower. Using a spoon, lightly move the cauliflower around so it is evenly coated with the sauce.
  9. Top with the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese.
  10. Bake, uncovered, for 13-15 minutes or just until the cheese has melted. Broil for additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Serve immediately.

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Crispy Potatoes with Green Beans & Eggs

Crispy Potatoes with Green Beans & Eggs

Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh or cooked green beans cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 pounds boiling potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 pinch paprika optional

Method
 

  1. If using fresh green beans, cook in a large saucepan of boiling water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and refresh under cold running water.
  2. Heat oil in a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat until hot enough to sizzle a piece of potato. Spread potatoes in an even layer and cook, turning every few minutes with a wide spatula, until tender and browned, 15 to 20minutes for raw potatoes, 10 to 12 minutes for cooked. Stir in the green beans, garlic, crushed red pepper, salt and pepper.
  3. Crack each egg into a small bowl and slip them one at a time into the pan on top of the vegetables, spacing evenly. Cover and cook over medium heat until the whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your taste, 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle the eggs with paprika, if desired, and serve immediately.

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