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This is a popular middle eastern meat dish which can be served as a baked “loaf” or made into croquettes which are generally fried. Serve with tahini dip, some marinated olives, tabouleh salad and some baklava for dessert. For the meatloaf: 1 cup bulgur wheat 1 large onion, quartered 2 large tomatoes, quartered 4 cloves […]
Kibbeh – A Middle East Favorite Read More »
Total Time:: 75 minutes Serves: 6 1 quart water ¼ cup mixed dried mushrooms 2 pounds mixed mushrooms, such as chanterelles, white mushrooms, shiitakes, king oyster and porcini, ends and tough stems trimmed and reserved, remaining parts of mushrooms coarsely diced 1 medium onion, finely diced 6 tablespoons butter 2 teaspoons salt, plus more to
Mushroom Stroganoff Read More »
Active time 10 min Total time 55 min About 8 portions Coat an 8” square pan with spray or butter 2.5 c old fashioned regular rolled oatmeal 1 15oz can pumpkin puree (this is plain pumpkin, not pie filling) 1 large apple shredded on a box greater (coarse) or about 3/4 c of unsweetened applesauce
Apple Pumpkin Oatmeal Read More »
Now that the weather is cooling off, time to enjoy some comfort food. The base layer is traditional enough, composed of rice—a plump, short- to medium-grain variety such as Arborio or Carnaroli—white wine, chicken stock, Parmesan and butter. As brief as the ingredient list is, it’s important to handle everything with care. The butter, for
Risotto with goat cheese and spring vegetables Read More »
For the stuffing: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon water 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled 1 cup coarsely grated Gruyère, mozzarella, mild cheddar or blue cheese ¼ pound best-quality ham, finely diced For the meat mixture: 1
Over the top stuffed meatloaf Read More »
INGREDIENTS 3 red beetroot ; red or gold, washed some sea salt Plain goat’s cheese ; about 6 oz without rind 2 oz Milk Large bunch, baby chard leaves ; or mixed baby greens such as rocket or spinach some Olive oil ; to drizzle FOR THE WALNUT DRESSING 3 oz walnuts ; shelled
Beet Roots Salad With Feta Read More »
1 pound mixed small Yukon Gold and red new potatoes, scrubbed Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons good olive oil ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives Fleur de sel or sea salt Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place the potatoes and 1 tablespoon salt in a
Parmesan Potatoes With Chives Read More »
Fiber is your body’s natural guide to weight management – rather than cutting carbs out of your diet, eat them in their original fiber packaging instead. Consult your health care provider before radically changing your diet. https://theconversation.com/fiber-is-your-bodys-natural-guide-to-weight-management-rather-than-cutting-carbs-out-of-your-diet-eat-them-in-their-original-fiber-packaging-instead-205159 Published: July 3, 2023 7.53am EDT Author Christoper Damman, MD. University of Washington.
Carbs and Gut Health Read More »
This creamy lemon and dill skillet chicken recipe is a true crowd-pleaser and makes for a perfect weeknight dinner. Chicken cutlets cook quickly, taking this recipe from skillet to table in only 20 minutes. The drippings and fond from the pan are at the heart of the tangy, vibrant pan sauce that you serve with
Creamy Lemon And Dill Chicken Read More »
An easy apple strudel recipe with puff pastry that is ready in less than an hour. It tastes especially delicious fresh out of the oven with some vanilla ice cream. Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins Ingredients 4 medium apples – peeled, cored, and chopped. I like Pink Lady