Adapted from Food Network Makes about 24 golf-ball-size meatballs Ingredients 2 cups green lentils 2 carrots, chopped (about 1 cup) 1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups) 2 stalks celery, minced (about 1 cup) 2 clove garlic, minced 4 sprigs thyme, picked (about 1 tablespoon) 2 teaspoons salt ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil […]
Ingredients 1 pound eggplant 1 cup roasted red bell peppers, diced (bottled is fine) 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar 1/2 tablespoon minced fresh thyme 1 teaspoon fennel seeds 2 teaspoons cumin 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar Directions Make Eggplant Marmalade: Roast eggplant whole at 350° until collapsed. Remove skin, and […]
.Did you know the average plate of buffalo wings carries about 1,500 calories? The good news is we can still enjoy this “guilty pleasure” while also cutting the calories in simple ways. PREP: I buy boneless chicken breasts every Tuesday at the Fresh Market, cutting them into strips and freezing them until needed. When I’m ready […]
INGREDIENTS: 4 cups chopped yellow onions (3 onions) 1/8 cup good olive oil 1/8 cup minced garlic (2 cloves) 2 red bell peppers, cored, seeded, and large-diced 2 yellow bell peppers, cored, seeded, and large-diced 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes, or to taste 1/4 teaspoon cayenne […]
Ingredients 6 large boneless duck breasts- I buy them frozen from Gieres sausage kitchen and have them whenever I crave this dish.) Kosher salt and black pepper to taste 2 TBSP. oil 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar ½ cup red wine 1 cup chicken stock 2 star anise 2 cups fresh Strawberries (Yoder’s produce market) ½ […]
I love this New England recipe and often served it in my restaurants. Certainly it was a staple on the table with heavy cream and gingersnaps during the holiday season. The entire house with have the aroma of ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg. Ingredients 1 quart of whole milk 5 Tablespoons cornmeal 2 Tablespoons butter 1 […]
Ingredients 2 cups dry white wine 1 8-ounce package dried Calimyrna figs, stemmed, halved lengthwise 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 6-rib blade-end or center-cut pork loin roast, chine bone removed, ribs cracked 1 medium onion, chopped 1 medium carrot, peeled, chopped 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 14-ounce can low-salt chicken […]
Something simple yet complex enough in flavor to change leftovers into something flavorful. Sue up veggies that you have from the holiday. For me it is fresh green beans and Brussel sprouts. 4 to 6 servings Ingredients 1/3 cup plain vegetable oil, (soy, corn, or peanut oils are best) 1/3 pound forest ham, diced, or […]
Thanksgiving is right around the corner. This recipe for cornbread stuffing is sure to be a tasty addition to your holiday table. Ingredients 1 pound Applewood smoked bacon, cut into chunks (it is easier to freeze the bacon for an hour before chopping) 2 large Vidalia onions, chopped.4 ribs celery chopped 2 leeks, cleaned well […]
Ingredients 1 quart cold apple cider 1/4 cup salt 1/3 cup maple syrup 2 teaspoons dried rosemary 1 tablespoon cracked black pepper 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 (2 1/2 pound) boneless pork loin roast salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 tablespoons maple syrup 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Directions […]