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Italian Flank Steak
By KDHarmon
In a small saute pan, add 1 tablespoon olive oil, onions, and garlic and cook until translucent
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup onions, diced
- 3 tablespoons diced garlic
- 1 flank steak, about 2 pounds
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup thinly julienne carrots
- 1/2 cup roasted julienne red bell peppers
- 1/2 cup julienne oil packed sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup julienne green onions
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves
- 2 (6-inch) bamboo skewers
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 cup fire roasted tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
Carmelized Garlic with Potatoes
By KDHarmon
In a large pot, cover the potatoes with cold water by at least an inch
- 3 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes (peeled)
- Kosher Salt and freshly cracked Black Pepper
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 20 cloves Garlic
- 1/2 cup Sweet Vermouth
Lemon Basil Salsa Verde
By KDHarmon
1. Pulse basil, parsley, bread, capers, anchovies, garlic, lemon zest, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in food processor unti...
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 2 cups fresh parsley leaves
- 2 slices hearty white sandwich bread, lightly toasted and cut into 1/2‑inch pieces (1 1/2 cups)
- 1/4 cup capers, rinsed
- 4 anchovy fillets, rinsed
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest plus 1/4 cup juice (2 lemons)
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Chocolate Midnight Pie
By KDHarmon
Dark magic! This luxurious pie makes its own chocolate-sugar topping as it bakes
- Crust:
- 1 1/4 cups King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
- 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
- heaping 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon espresso powder, optional but good
- 3 to 5 tablespoons milk or cream (half and half, light, heavy, or whipping)
- Filling:
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur* (e.g., Kahlua), or substitute strong brewed coffee
- 1 tablespoon cold milk or cream (half and half, light, heavy, or whipping)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder, optional; for depth of flavor
- 2 tablespoons yellow or white cornmeal
- 2/3 cup semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
- Frangelico (hazelnut), Amaretto (almond), Grand Marnier (orange), or Framboise (raspberry) are all wonderful, in place of the coffee liqueur.
Arapas
By KDHarmon
Combine arepa flour and salt in a medium bowl
- Ingredient info:
- 2 cups arepa flour (precooked cornmeal)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Desired fillings (such as shredded cooked chicken or pork, stewed black beans with cheese and lime, corn salad with onion and fresh herbs; for serving)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
- Arepa flour is precooked corn flour, not to be confused with masa harina. Sometimes sold as masarepa or harina precocida, it can be found in Latin markets and some supermarkets.
Spaghetti with Walnut Sage Pesto
By KDHarmon
Boil pasta until al dente and reserve a half cup of the pasta water
- 3.5 ounces whole wheat spaghetti per person
- 1 C walnuts, toasted
- 1 clove garlic
- 3 or more fresh sage leaves
- 1/4 C olive oil
- grated Parmesan
- lemon zest
- ricotta, optional
Green Goddess Hummus
By KDHarmon
1.First, you'll whip the tahini and lemon juice together to make them ultra smooth and creamy
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon's worth)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for serving
- 1/2 cup roughly chopped, loosely packed fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup roughly chopped, loosely packed fresh tarragon
- 2 to 3 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh chives
- 1 large garlic clove, roughly chopped
- One (15-ounce) can of chickpeas, also called garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, more to taste
- 1 to 2 tablespoons water, optional
- Garnish with extra olive oil and a sprinkling of chopped fresh herbs
Buffalo Quinoa Salad
By KDHarmon
1.In a large skillet add vegetable oil, chicken, salt and pepper, and saute over medium-high heat until chicken is ...
- Dressing:
- 3 cups cooked quinoa
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 cup cabbage, shredded
- 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped, plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3/4 cup buffalo hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Rub for Potatoes, Chicken
By KDHarmon
Combine all
- 3 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, granulated
- 1 teaspoon onion, granulated
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon Lawry's seasoned salt
Smoked Almond Butter
By KDHarmon
1. Using the manufacturer's instructions, start a smoker using cherrywood chips
- Cherrywood chips
- 2 cups Marcona almonds
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- Kosher salt, to taste