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Early-Summer-Vegetable Paella
By akselden
In a large heavy stove top casserole, heat olive oil over medium-high heat,a and saute onion and garlic, stirring f...
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 2 c. halved, then thinly sliced onion
- 2 tbsp minced fresh garlic
- 1/4 c. dry sherry or white wine
- 1 large carrot, sliced in half lengthwise, then in small half circles
- 2 tbsp toasted slivered almonds
- 1 tsp imported saffron threads
- 1/4 c. boiling water
- 8 oz. canned unmarinated artichoke hearts, quartered
- 1/2 large red bell pepper, cut into strips
- 1 tbsp minced fresh basil
- 1/2 zucchini, sliced in half lengthwise, then in small half circles
- 1 c. uncooked white basmati rice, rinsed twice under running water
- 2 tbsp miso paste
- 1 3/4 c. rich tasting broth, such as chicken, heated to boiling point
- 1/2 c. frozen or fresh peas
- 1 green onion, sliced into thin rounds
- 1 c. chopped fresh spinach
- 8 medium snow peas, trimmed
- 2 tsp salt or herbal salt substitute, such as Mrs. Dash Freshly ground pepper to taste.
GRILLED CURRY CHICKEN WITH SPINACH COCONUT RICE
By akselden
In blender combine 1 1/2 cups oil, peanut butter, chopped cilantro, salt, curry, ginger, tamarind concentrate an...
- 1 1/2 cups plus 2 tbsp canola oil, divided
- 2 tbsp smooth peanut butter
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp curry
- 2 tsp minced ginger
- 1 tsp tamarind concentrate
- 5 tsp minced garlic, divided
- 4 lb. boneless, skinless chicken
- 1 can (13 oz.) unsweetened coconut
- milk
- 3 cups jasmine rice
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 1 1/2 lb. fresh baby spinach, cleaned
- Salt to taste
- Lime wedges and cilantro for garnish
Orange-Braised Turkey with Ginger and Sun-Dried Cranberries
By akselden
1. Heat oven to 3250 F. 2
- 1 3-lb. boneless breast of turkey, with skin on
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp. minced ginger
- 2 large garlic Cloves,minced
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp. ground allspice
- 5 tbsp. softened butter
- 1 tbsp. corn oil
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 2 cups orange juice
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup sun-dried cranberries
- Zest of 1 large orange
PUMPKIN LOBSTER BISQUE
By akselden
Remove lobster meat from shells and set aside
- 2 lobsters,1 3/4 pounds each
- canola oil for searing
- 1 celery stalk strings removed, finely
- diced
- 1 Spanish or brown onion, finely diced
- 1 carrot, peeled and finely diced
- 1/2 cup tomato paste
- 1/2 cup cognac
- 1/2 cup dry sherry
- 8 ounces canned unsweetened pumpkin
- 3 quarts heavy cream
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 bunch each tarragon and chervil,
- about 34-ounce each
- 2 bunches thyme, about 1 1/2ounces total
BURGER - HATCH CHILE
By akselden
1. Wrap 1 C. hickory chips in two layers of foil so smoke can escape
- 2 lb. ground beef
- 1/4 C. roasted, peeled and chopped Hatch chiles (fresh or frozen)
- 4 strips bacon, cooked crisp, cooled and crumbled
- 4 slices processed cheddar cheese
- 4 honey wheat buns
Basie Pizza Sauce
By akselden
1. Heat oil in a medium sized saucepan
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup finely chopped yellow onions
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 2 cans (28 ounces each), drained and crushed Italian plum tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Pinch of ground allspice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of hot red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley
BEEF TENDERLOIN - ROASTED WITH THAI RELISH AND ORANGE SCENTED SAUCE
By akselden
For the Relish: In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, papaya or mango, green onion, red pepper flakes, lime juice ...
- Thai Relish:
- 1 C. cucumber, finely chopped
- 1 C. papaya or mango, finely diced
- 1/4 C. scallion, thinly sliced
- 3 T. fresh lime juice
- 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes, crushed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Dry Rub
- 1/4 C. fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 T. fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp. dried basil
- 1 tsp. cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- Meat
- 7 lbs Beef Tenderloin
- Sauce
- 1.5 oz demi-glace gold
- 6 oz. water
- 3 T. heavy cream/light cream or half & half
- 1 tsp. dry crushed or 1 T. fresh minced basil
- 1 tsp. cracked bell pepper
- 2 T. Triple Sec
- 1 tsp. crack black pepper
CAPRESE SALAD BITES
By akselden
With a serrated knife, cut off the top of each tomato
- 60 red and/or yellow cherry tomatoes
- 1 lb. cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- fresh chopped basil for garnish
Cocktial Bread Sticks
By akselden
Combine salad dressing mix, mustard and butter
- 1 envelope Good Seasons Italian Salad Dressing Mix
- 1/4 cup Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard
- 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
- 1 pkg. (11 oz.) refrigerated soft bread sticks
BURGERS - SOUTHWESTERN MEATLOAF
By akselden
In a large bowl, combine beef, breadcrumbs, scallions, garlic, 1/2 C
- 1 1/4 lbs. ground beef
- 3/4 C. plain dried breadcrumbs
- 1 c. minced scallions
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 C. plus 3 T. tomato-based chili sauce
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 T. chili powder
- 2 tsp. ground cumin
- Coarse salt and ground pepper
- Warmed tortillas
- Pickled jalapeno slices and thinly sliced radishes