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Chilled Cucumber Soup
By khojnicki
In a blender, combine the chopped cucumbers, ice, water, grapeseed oil, lemon juice and half of the jalapeno and mi...
- 4 four oz. persian cucumbers, three coarsely chopped, one peeled and diced
- 1/2 c ice cubes
- 1/4 c cold water
- 1/4 c grapeseed oil
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 small jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 2 tbsp shredded mint leaves
- Salt
- 1/2 c borage leaves or celery leaves
- 1/4 c plain Greek yogurt
- EVOO for drizzling
Goat Cheese and Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts
By khojnicki
Prepare the chicken by laying the breasts on a piece of plastic wrap; place another piece on top and pound with a m...
- For the chicken:
- 6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 10 oz. cremini mushrooms
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- 6 oz. goat cheese, softened
- 3 tbsp EVOO
- 1/4 c chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- For the sauce:
- 1 1/2 c dried shiitake mushrooms
- 1/4 c white wine
- 1/4 c chicken stock
- 1 tbsp cold unsalted butter
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Steak with Broccoli, Shells and Herbs
By khojnicki
Rub london broil with garlic on both sides
- 1/2 lb. london broil
- 1 clove garlic, halved
- 1/2 package medium pasta shells
- 2 c broccoli florets, frozen
- 1/2 c sour cream
- 1/4 c fresh parsley chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Bacon Arugula Salad
By khojnicki
Cook bacon until crisp. Remove from pan and crumble
- 2 slices bacon
- 2 tbsp sherry vinegar
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/8 tsp salt
- Herb salad mix
Sauteed Greens, Smoked Turkey and Provolone Panini
By khojnicki
Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- 5 oz. chopped kale
- 2 tbsp water
- 4 oz. thinly sliced provolone
- 8 slices ciabatta bread
- 4 oz. thinly sliced smoked turkey breast
- Cooking spray
Cowboy Chicken Casserole
By khojnicki
Combine the chicken, chicken stock, wine, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, peppercorns, 1 teaspoon of the salt, the or...
- 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves, smashed
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
- 2 bay leaves
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound white button mushrooms, wiped clean and stems trimmed, quartered
- Pinch freshly ground black pepper
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 12 cups tortilla chips
- 2 cups finely chopped onions
- 1 cup finely chopped bell peppers
- 2 jalapeno peppers, stem and seeds removed, finely chopped, optional
- 8 ounces grated Pepper Jack
- 8 ounces grated Cheddar
- 1 tablespoon Emeril's Southwest Seasoning, recipe follows
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 cup chopped drained canned tomatoes
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles, drained
Heirloom Tomato Tart
By khojnicki
Position a rack in the center of the oven, heated to 400 degrees F
- 1 large egg
- All purpose flour
- 1 package puff pastry dough
- 3/4 c finely grated scamorza
- 1/2 c ricotta
- 1 tbsp plus 2 tsp chopped basil
- 2 tsp finely chopped parsley
- 1/2 tsp finely chopped garlic
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- 2 lb heirloom tomatoes sliced 1/4" thick
- Flaked sea salt for serving
Cedar Planked Lemon Pepper Salmon with Horseradish-Chive Sauce
By khojnicki
Soak cedar planks for at least one hour and drain
- Sauce:
- 2 cedar planks
- 1 tbsp grated lemon zest
- 1 1/2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 boneless salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp EVOO
- 1/2 c sour cream
- 3 tbsp minced fresh chives
- 1 1/2 tbsp prepared horseradish
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Almost Famous Swedish Meatballs
By khojnicki
To make the meatballs: put the breadcrumbs in a large bowl
- Meatballs:
- 1 c breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/3 c minced white onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 c milk
- 1 tsp worcestershire sauce
- 3/4 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1 large egg plus 1 egg white, beaten
- Vegetable oil, for brushing
- Gravy:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all purpose flour
- 1 1/2 c low sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 c heavy cream
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Lingonberry jam for serving
Chicken Hash
By khojnicki
Boil potatoes, cool and fry in olive oil
- 2 2 2 chicken breasts, roasted or grilled
- 2 2 2 c potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 1 1 red onion, diced
- 1 1 1 red pepper, diced
- to to taste
- 1 1 1 tsp thyme
- 1 1 1 tsp paprika
- to to taste
- 1 1 1 can tomato paste
- Olive oil