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White Bean and Chicken Chili
By AprilAbrantes
In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pounds ground chicken
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 (15-ounce cans) cannellini or other white beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 bunch (about 1 pound) Swiss chard, stems removed, leaves chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 11/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Freshly ground black pepper for seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Cape Cod Chopped Salad
By AprilAbrantes
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F
- For the dressing:
- 8 ounces thick-cut bacon, such as Niman Ranch
- 8 ounces baby arugula
- 1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup toasted walnut halves, coarsely chopped (see note)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 6 ounces blue cheese, such as Roquefort, crumbled
- 3 tablespoons good apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- Kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2/3 cup good olive oil
Roman-style Chicken
By AprilAbrantes
Season the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 4 skinless chicken breast halves, with ribs
- 2 skinless chicken thighs, with bones
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus 1 teaspoon
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 3 ounces prosciutto, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
Chicken, Artichoke and Cannellini Bean Spezzatino
By AprilAbrantes
In a heavy 5 or 6 quart saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high heat
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 (4-ounce) piece pancetta, diced into 1/4-inch pieces
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, halved
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
- 2 (14-ounce) cans low-sodium chicken stock
- 1/2 packed cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 skinless chicken breasts with rib meat (about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds total)
- 12 ounces frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
Zesty Roasted Garlic Bread
By AprilAbrantes
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F
- 1 head garlic, unpeeled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup (2-sticks) butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons minced parsley leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 loaf sourdough bread, split horizontally
- Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/zesty-roasted-garlic-bread-recipe/index.html?oc=linkback
Oatmeal Cookie Pancakes
By AprilAbrantes
Here's a great tip: if you cannot find really ripe bananas, just nuke them in the microwave for about 15 seconds an...
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 ounces, 1/4 cup, chopped walnuts
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 really ripe bananas, mashed up
- 3/4 cup raisins
- 1/2 stick butter, 1/4 cup, melted, plus additional for buttering skillet
- Maple syrup or honey, for drizzling
Bibb Salad with Basil Green Goddess Dressing
By AprilAbrantes
Place the mayonnaise, scallions, basil, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, salt and pepper in a blender and blend ...
- 1 cup good mayonnaise
- 1 cup chopped scallions, white and green parts (6 to 7 scallions)
- 1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
- 2 teaspoons chopped garlic (2 cloves)
- 2 teaspoons anchovy paste
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 heads Bibb lettuce
- 2 to 3 tomatoes
Traditional Southern Deviled Eggs
By AprilAbrantes
Apetizer
- 7 large eggs, hard boiled and peeled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
- Salt and pepper, for taste
- Paprika, for garnishing
- Sweet gherkin pickles sliced, for garnishing
- Pimentos, for garnishing
Country Blueberry Pie
By AprilAbrantes
Dairy-free yet delectable blueberry pie, this is the pie that you must bring to your holiday dinners!
- FILLING:
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 cups blueberries
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- PASTRY:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup shortening
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 tablespoon vinegar
- Flour, for dusting
- Sugar, for sprinkling on top
Mexican Meat-zza: Mexican Deep-Dish Pan Pizza
By AprilAbrantes
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
- Topping:
- 2 boxes corn muffin mix, 8 1/2 ounces each (recommended: Jiffy)
- 2 eggs
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- Extra-virgin olive oil or, vegetable oil, for drizzling
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin or vegetable oil, 2 turns of the pan
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons cayenne sauce
- Salt
- 2 1/2 cups (10-ounce sack from dairy aisle) shredded Cheddar or jack cheese
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 small can, 2 1/4 ounces sliced chillies or jalapenos, drained
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 2 small vine ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 2 tablespoons drained sliced green olives (salad olives)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves, optional garnish
- Mild to medium taco sauce to pass at table, 1 cup