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Skirt Steak with Shallots and Sauteed Watercress
By courtneyepowell
Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat
- 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 4 large shallots, sliced
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 pounds skirt steak, cut into 4 pieces
- 10 ounces cremini mushrooms, stems trimmed and thinly sliced
- 2 bunches watercress, thick stems removed (about 6 cups)
Mediterranean Chicken
By courtneyepowell
1. Heat oil in a large, lidded nonstick saute pan on medium-high heat
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (4 ounces each)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 fennel bulb, cored and thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1 10 ounce package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, chopped
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped
- Mashed potatoes (optional)
Vegetarian Chili with Avocado Cream
By courtneyepowell
Step 1 Boil 3 cups water in a medium saucepan
- 3 ancho chiles, rinsed
- 2 tablespoons cumin seeds
- 8 cloves garlic, peeled
- 2 tablespoons chopped chipotle chiles in adobo
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large fennel bulb, finely chopped (about 2 1/2 cups)
- 5 stalks celery, finely chopped (about 2 1/2 cups)
- 2 large onions, finely chopped (about 4 cups)
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/2 cup tomato paste
- 2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes
- 3/4 cup dried brown lentils
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 6 1/2 cups)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- Cilantro leaves, for serving
- Avocado Cream, for serving (see Recipe on Key Ingredient)
Slow Cooker French Dip
By courtneyepowell
1. Coat slow cooker bowl with nonstick cooking spray
- 1 bottom round beef rump roast (3 lbs)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 medium onions, sliced
- 1 14 1/2 ounce can reduced sodium beef broth
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 6 hoagie rolls
- 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon horseradish
Spiced Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
By courtneyepowell
Spiced Pumpkin Whoopie Pies are filled with the flavors of pure pumpkin, crystallized ginger, coconut oil and cream...
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup whole-wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup canned pure pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup coconut cream, skimmed from top of a can of coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
- 2 tablespoons minced crystallized ginger
Lemon Date Bars
By courtneyepowell
Chewy and delicious date bars with a refreshing lemony twist
- CRUST:
- 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more, room temperature, for baking dish
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- FILLING:
- 8 ounces medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 3/4 cup fresh juice (from 4 to 5 lemons)
Postrun Smoothie: Maple Ricotta Cream
By courtneyepowell
Ricotta adds creamy richness and a dose of whey protein, which is quickly absorbed, making it ideal for recovery
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 ripe pear
- 1/2 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
- 1 Tbsp. ground flaxseed
- 2 tsp. pure maple syrup
- 1/8 tsp. ground cardamom
- 1/2 frozen banana, chopped
Slow-Cooker Molasses and Spice Wheat Berries
By courtneyepowell
In a 4-quart slow cooker, stir wheat berries, cinnamon stick, orange zest, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, salt, ...
- 1 cup wheat berries (such as Kamut or hard red)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 strips orange zest, peeled with a vegetable peeler
- 1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and halved lengthwise
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- Raisins and toasted pecans, for serving, optional
Herbed Rice with Dates and Pomegranate
By courtneyepowell
Bring rice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, ginger, and 1 1/2 cups water to a boil in a small saucepan
- 1 cup basmati rice
- Coarse salt
- 1 1/4-inch-thick slice peeled fresh ginger
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh dill
- 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds (from 1/2 pomegranate)
- 1/3 cup pistachios, lightly toasted and coarsely chopped
- 6 large soft dates, such as medjool or zahidi, pitted and coarsely chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Chipotle Marshmallow Crispy Treats
By courtneyepowell
1. Apply cooking spray to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon chipotle powder, or more to taste
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 10 ounces marshmallows
- 2/3 cup dried cranberries
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal