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Roasted Strawberries and Cream Popsicles
By nnlester
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F
- 1 lb strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2-3 tsp good-quality balsamic vinegar (optional)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (or honey), divided
- 1-1/2 cups full fat canned coconut milk*
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- small pinch fine sea salt
Linguine with Shrimp and Lemon Oil
By nnlester
Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested
- 1 pound linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 shallots, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 16 ounces frozen shrimp
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 lemon, zested
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 ounces arugula (about 3 packed cups)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Risotto Milanese
By nnlester
Coat a large saucepan generously with olive oil over medium heat
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
- Kosher salt
- 2 cups Carnaroli or Arborio rice
- 2 large pinches saffron
- 3 to 4 cups chicken stock, kept HOT
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Smoked Salmon, Arugula and Goat Cheese Tart
By nnlester
This Smoked Salmon, Arugula and Goat Cheese Tart is the perfect appetizer for a party
- Unsalted butter, for greasing the tart pan
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 stick unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, chilled
- 2 tablespoons ice water, plus more as needed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium leek, pale green and white part only, cleaned and thinly sliced
- 6 cups baby arugula leaves (6 ounces)
- 2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- 3 ounces smoked salmon, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
- 6 large eggs, at room temperature
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- Special equipment: a 9-inch diameter tart pan with a removable base
Individual Orange and Chocolate Cheesecakes
By nnlester
Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis Bake the crust for about 3 minutes before filling
- 1/3 cup finely crushed chocolate wafers
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup sugar, plus 2 tablespoons
- 1 orange, zested
- 1 egg
- Butter, for greasing
Chicken Scallopine with Saffron Cream Sauce
By nnlester
Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken cutlets (scallopine)
- 2 shallots, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Quesadillas
By nnlester
I use Serrano Ham and Manchego Cheese
- Soft flour tortilla
- 1-ounce thinly sliced cured ham
- 3 coin-sliced slices pickled green jalapeno peppers from a jar, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated cheese
- 1 scallion, finely sliced
- Few fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (not extra-virgin)
3-Hour Gluten, Dairy, & Added Starch Free Bread in the Bread Machine
By nnlester
Add the water, eggs, maple syrup, and salt to the loaf pan
- 1 cup (236 g) warm water, at 100°F
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup (73 g) jovial Reserve Blend Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 3 cups (360 g) No. 1 Jovial Gluten Free Bread Flour
- 3/4 teaspoon active dry yeast
Penne with Vodka Sauce
By nnlester
Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis
- 1 quart Simple Tomato Sauce, recipe follows, or store-bought marinara sauce, blended until smooth
- 1 cup vodka
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 pound penne
Quick Spicy Collards
By nnlester
Add the onions, garlic and olive oil to a medium skillet and saute until the onions are translucent
- 1 1/2 cups chopped onion
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 pounds frozen collard greens, thawed
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground fennel seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- Seasoned salt (recommended: Lawry's)
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 3/4 cup chopped tomatoes