We made this for the first time the other night, all because of my blogging these recipes. I used extra virgin olive oil and a ham slice in it. We all liked it, with one criticism, that the taste of the olive oil clashed with the taste of the ham. My advice is to either… Continue reading Pasta with Peas and Ham
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Asian Peanut Noodles
1 package (8.8 ounces) thin rice noodles½ cup prepared peanut sauce1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon olive oil1 bag (16 ounces) frozen Asian vegetable blend½ cup dry-roasted peanuts, chopped Soak noodles in hot water for 20 min. In a small bowl, stir together peanut sauce, vinegar, and soy sauce. Heat oil in… Continue reading Asian Peanut Noodles
Linguine with Spinach Pesto
Click on Spaghetti with Sichuan Sauce and Other Ideas for links to other simple recipes like this one. Sauce ingredients:1 ½ cups fresh spinach leaves1/3 cup olive oil1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese,1/3 cup shelled walnuts1/3 cup boiling water2 cloves garlic1 teaspoon salt Hot, freshly cooked linguine In a blender or food processor, purée all sauce ingredients; toss… Continue reading Linguine with Spinach Pesto
Spaghetti with Fresh Tomato Sauce
Click on Spaghetti with Sichuan Sauce and Other Ideas for links to other simple recipes like this one. Sauce ingredients: 1 cup diced ripe tomato4 ounces cubed mozzarella cheese½ cup diced green Bell pepper¼ cup olive oil½ teaspoon oregano 1 pound spaghetti, freshly cooked and hot Mix sauce ingredients together in a large serving bowl; set… Continue reading Spaghetti with Fresh Tomato Sauce
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili
2 cloves garlic, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed1 cup water1 can (19 ounce) black beans, drained1 cup mild salsa1 tablespoon chili powder Sauté chopped garlic and onions in oil until onions are translucent. Add chili powder, sauté 30 seconds more. Add cubed sweet potatoes and 1 cup water.… Continue reading Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili
Macaroni Salad with Green Beans and Spinach
(Goes great with Pulled Pork and Peaches) 8 ounces elbow macaroni (2 cups)½ pound green beans, trimmed and cut in 1 inch lengths (2 cups)¼ cup lemon juice1 tablespoon Dijon style mustard1 teaspoon kosher salt¼ teaspoon ground black pepper1/3 cup olive oil1/3 cup plain yogurt5 ounces cheddar cheese, (1 ¼ cups)1 cups fresh spinach leaves1… Continue reading Macaroni Salad with Green Beans and Spinach
North African Lamb Stew
In this household, no one but me likes the taste of lamb very much. It hardly makes sense to spend the time on a dish that only I will eat, so this recipe, Southern Lamb Stew, and Moroccan Style Chops rarely see the light of day. But if you, the reader, do like the taste… Continue reading North African Lamb Stew
Roast Pork with Apricots and Sweet Spices
1 cup + 2 tablespoons low-sodium chicken stock1 tablespoon ground cinnamon½ teaspoon ground cloves1/8 teaspoon ground cumin1 ½ pound pork loin, rolled and tied2 teaspoons olive oil¼ cup chopped onion1 teaspoon minced garlic1 tablespoon Worcestershire saucejuice of one orange¼ cup water½ cup julienned dried apricots¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted1 teaspoon grated orange peel1/8 cup chopped… Continue reading Roast Pork with Apricots and Sweet Spices
Cuban Ropa Vieja (Woman’s Day)
What would you call a dish of well-cooked, seasoned, shredded beef that reminds you of ragged old clothes? In Cuba, you call it “Old Clothes” (Ropa Vieja). Problem solved! The unique seasoning of this dish is a condiment called alcaparrado, a relish made from capers and green olives stuffed with pimento. (If you can’t find… Continue reading Cuban Ropa Vieja (Woman’s Day)
Beef Stew with Mushrooms, Rosemary, and Tomatoes
4 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut in 2" pieces½ cup all-purpose floursalt and pepper¼ cup olive oil2 medium onions, chopped4 garlic cloves, chopped1 tablespoon tomato paste1 cup dry red wine2 cups beef broth4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced ¼" thick1 cup chopped canned tomatoes1 sprig fresh rosemary1 bay leaf2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 pound white mushrooms,… Continue reading Beef Stew with Mushrooms, Rosemary, and Tomatoes
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