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Penne with Beef and Arugula
By klvplanner
Season the steak with salt and freshly ground black pepper, herbs de Provence, and minced garlic
- 1 (1-pound) New York strip steak
- 1 teaspoon herbs de Provence
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 3 tablespoons
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for steak and pasta water
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for steak
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
- 2 cups chopped arugula
Peking Pork with Sweet-and-Sour Sauce
By klvplanner
In a large, deep-sided skillet, bring the water to a boil with the sugar and white vinegar
- 1-1/2 cups water 2 cups granulated sugar 1 cup distilled white vinegar 1/4 cup light soy sauce 1/4 cup ketchup 1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 2 pounds boneless pork loin, cut into 1/4-inch slices Sal
Ham and Cheese in Puff Pastry
By klvplanner
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F
- 1 package (2 sheets) frozen puff pastry, defrosted (recommended: Pepperidge Farm)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 pound black forest ham, sliced
- 1/2 pound Swiss Gruyere cheese, sliced
- 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash
Orzo Stuffed Peppers
By klvplanner
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F
- 1 (28-ounce) can Italian tomatoes
- 2 zucchini, grated
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano, plus more for sprinkling
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
- 6 sweet bell peppers (red or yellow)
Pomegranate Cosmos
By klvplanner
Combine the vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, and lime juice in a large pitcher
- 2 cups good vodka (recommended: Grey Goose or Finlandia)
- 1 cup orange liqueur (recommended: Cointreau)
- 1 cup cranberry juice cocktail, (recommended: Ocean Spray)
- 1/2 cup bottled pomegranate juice (recommended: Pom Wonderful)
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (4 limes)
- Thinly sliced limes, for garnish
Spicy Chicken
By klvplanner
Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper
- 4 chicken thighs with skin and bones
- 2 chicken breasts with skin and bones, halved crosswise
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Chili Oil, recipe follows
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup pitted, coarsely chopped green olives
- 4 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
- 1 1/2 tablespoons drained capers
- 2/3 cup dry white wine
Potatoes au Gratin
By klvplanner
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- Salt and white pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds new red potatoes, cooked and sliced 1/2-inch thick
- 3 ounces grated Cheddar cheese
- 3 ounces grated Monterey cheese
Fiery Angel Hair Pasta
By klvplanner
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil
- 1 pound angel hair pasta
- 1/2 cup Chili Oil, recipe follows
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- Coarse sea salt
- Dried crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel, optional
- 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Cheese Tortellini with Porcini Pecorino Sauce
By klvplanner
Soak dried mushrooms in hot water for 15 minutes
- 1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 pound cheese tortellini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup shallots, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
Bacon and Pancetta Potatoes
By klvplanner
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat
- 4 thick-cut slices bacon, roughly chopped
- 2 (1/4-inch thick) slices pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
- 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
- 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh thyme leaves