Charquicán

It’s a story about a husband creating a version of a ground beef hash that reminds his wife of her childhood in Chile. You can also find the history of the dish, the derivation of the name, and a couple more recipes.  Http://eatingchile.blogspot.com/2009/06/charquican-tomatican-and-other-cans_11.html 1/2 pound ground beef OR minced cooked beef oil or lard 1… Continue reading Charquicán

Quick Cassoulet

I’ve never had slow cassoulet, and all the of the essentials of the dish are right here.  It is dead simple and tastes so good. 2 cans (16 ounces each) white kidney (cannellini) beans , drained3 tablespoons olive oil2 cups chopped, fresh tomatoes6 shallots, sliced2 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons chopped parsley½ pound sweet Italian sausage… Continue reading Quick Cassoulet

Black Bean and Ham Pilaf

We have made this countless times, especially when the kids were younger, and we were happy to see that they also liked it. It makes a lot, to serve half and freeze the other half, and that, in itself was also a good use of parental time. And a way to use up leftover ham,… Continue reading Black Bean and Ham Pilaf

Antipasto Hoagies

One of the trio of tasty recipes suggesting that you buy roasted red peppers and marinated artichoke hearts, just like Roasted Pepper-Rice One Pot  and Penne Greek Style.  4 Italian-style Hoagie Rolls1 jar (6 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained, sliced, marinade reserved3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (1 tablespoon dried)¼ teaspoon black pepper2 jars (7 ounces… Continue reading Antipasto Hoagies

Linguine with Shrimp and Pesto

This must’ve come from a TV show profiling a particular chef. I don’t see how I could do the steps in order while the linguine is cooking, being sure to be done with everything else before draining the linguine. I would have to set it up with all measuring and prep work such as peeling… Continue reading Linguine with Shrimp and Pesto

Spiced Turkey Couscous

My advice is to double this recipe; why use ½ can of anything? (See The Way of the Frugal Gourmand .) 1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings1 medium green pepper, cut into ¾ inch pieces1 medium carrot, sliced2 teaspoons chili powder2 cups cubed cooked turkey½ teaspoon ground gingerhalf of a 15 ounce can of… Continue reading Spiced Turkey Couscous

Rice with Green Chili Sauce (Diet for a Small Planet)

The recipe is part of a trio that belong in the Brazilian Evening menu in Diet for a Small Planet. 2 cups raw brown rice, cooked (about 4 2/3 cups)2 tablespoons olive oil1 onion, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced2 tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped Sauce:1 tomato, peeled and seeded1 can (4 ounces) California green chilies,… Continue reading Rice with Green Chili Sauce (Diet for a Small Planet)

Roman Rice and Beans (Diet for a Small Planet)

Frances Moore Lappé, the author of Diet for a Small Planet, comments:“This dish has been one of my family’s favorites from the first edition. With a green salad and Italian bread it is a satisfying meal. (It’s great for serving to large gatherings too.)” Have ready:¾ cup dried beans (peas, kidneys), cooked (about 2 cups)2… Continue reading Roman Rice and Beans (Diet for a Small Planet)

Creamy Vegetable Soup with Parsley Dumplings

For soup:3 cups water or broth2 medium onions, chopped2 celery stalks, diced2 cups fresh or canned tomatoes, cut up and including juice2 carrots, sliced2 potatoes, diced1 – 2 cups other vegetables For thickening the broth:½ cup butter½ cup whole wheat floursalt and pepper to taste For dumplings:2 cups whole wheat flour3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon… Continue reading Creamy Vegetable Soup with Parsley Dumplings

Baked Fish Provençal (US Healthcare)

This is one of those two recipes we kept of the cookbook supplied by what was then a new idea in health insurance, the HMO. Healthy recipes, all! 2 fresh tomatoes, peeled and seeded½ cup chopped onionone clove garlic, minced6 mushrooms, sliced1/3 cup chopped parsley¼ teaspoon dried thyme 4 fish fillets (4 ounces each) of… Continue reading Baked Fish Provençal (US Healthcare)