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BLACK BEAN BURGERS
By BobD
Pulse 1 can beans in a food processor with mayonnaise, bread crumbs, cumin, oregano, and cayenne until a coarse pur...
- 4 SERVINGS
- 2 (14-oz) cans black beans, rinsed and drained, divided
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup plain dry bread crumbs
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 soft hamburger buns
- ACCOMPANIMENTS: sour cream; salsa; lettuce
SAUTEED BEET GREENS w/GARLIC
By BobD
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil while you stem the greens and wash the leaves in 2 rinses of water
- This simple classic (which can be made with any type of green) is great on its own as a side dish, or you can toss the greens with pasta, add them to an omelet or risotto, or use them in a gratin or a quiche.
- 1 pound beet greens (2 large or 3 small bunches)
- Salt
- 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, to taste
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (optional)
- Freshly ground pepper
JAMAICAN BEEF DUMPLINGS
By BobD
Cook scallion, onion, curry powder, and thyme in 1 1/2 Tbsp oil with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper in a 10-inch s...
- YIELD 30 PIECES
- 1/2 cup finely chopped scallion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 3/4 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 cups vegetable oil, divided
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons fine dry bread crumbs
- Hot sauce (preferably Jamaican)
- 30 About 30 dumpling or wonton wrappers
FAUX MASCARPONE
By BobD
Combine ingredients and beat until creamy
- 2 8 OZ. Pakgs Cream Cheese
- 1/2 C Whipping Cream
- 5 TBS Sour Cream
CUBAN STYLE BURGERS w/HAM & CHEESE
By BobD
Prepare a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill with a cover, or preheat a gas grill to medium-high
- Patties
- 1 pound freshly ground sirloin
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon chile powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 5 dashes tabasco Pepper Sauce
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for brushing on the grill rack
- 4 slices baked ham
- 4 thick slices Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 large sesame seed buns, split and brushed with butter
- Mustard-Pickle Spread
- 1/4 cup dill pickle relish
- 1/4 cup yellow American mustard
- 1/4 cup spicy brown mustard
PORK CHOPS w/CRANBERRY, PORT & ROSEMARY
By BobD
Sprinkle pork chops with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 4 1-inch-thick pork rib chops
- 2 3/4 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary, divided
- 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
- 3/4 cup low-salt chicken broth
- 3/4 cup tawny Port
- 1 cup leftover cranberry sauce
DRAINED YOGURT
By BobD
Line a strainer with a double thickness of cheesecloth and set it over a bowl
- Drained of much of its water content, yogurt becomes a thick, creamy product known in the Middle East as labna or labne.
- Drained yogurt is like a moist, fresh, tangy cheese, and it makes a great spread or dip. In Turkey and in the Middle East, a number of dips and salad dressings are based on drained yogurt combined with pureed garlic and chopped fresh herbs.
- Drained yogurt can be mixed with chopped cucumbers for salads or with chopped dried apricots for a sweet and tangy dip.
- 2 cups low-fat yogurt
Grilled Striped Bass with Indian-Spiced Tomato Salad
By BobD
In a small skillet, toast the peppercorns and coriander seeds over moderately high heat until fragrant, 30 seconds
- 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped basil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 medium shallot, minced
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 2 pounds assorted heirloom tomatoes, cut into 1-inch dice
- Salt
- 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary
- Four 6-ounce wild striped bass fillets, with skin
- Freshly ground pepper
RISOTTO w/BUTTERNUT SQUASH
By BobD
Steam the squash until tender but still firm, about 10 minutes
- 6 SERVINGS
- 1 pound butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/4 inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup minced onion
- 2 tablespoons minced shallots
- 2 cups Arborio or Carnaroli rice
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 6 1/2 cups hot chicken stock
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or as needed
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions (about 6)
- Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into bits
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano- Reggiano cheese
- Freshly ground black pepper
GRILLED PIMENTO CHEESE SANDWICHES
By BobD
1. In a large bowl, mix the cheddar with the roasted red pepper, mayonnaise, paprika, mustard, salt and cayenne unt...
- 8 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese, coarsely grated (about 2 loosely packed cups)
- 1 red bell pepper--roasted, peeled, seeded (or jarred) and finely diced
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (preferably homemade or Duke's brand)
- ¾ teaspoon smoked sweet Spanish paprika
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 8 slices soft white bread
- 4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter, divided
- 4 pickled okra spears, for garnish (optional)