Sausage and Collards over Polenta

Sausage and Collards over Polenta

Sausage and Collards over Polenta

Sausage and Collards over Polenta

1 cup polenta (coarse ground yellow corn) 4 cups water salt ½ cup parmesan or Romano, grated 1 bunch collards olive oil 1 onion, chopped 1 sweet red pepper, diced 3/4-1lb spicy sausage (preferably smoked) 3 garlic cloves, minced dry oregano 1 lb tomatoes, peeled (or not) and chopped Bring the water to a boil… Read More »

1 cup polenta (coarse ground yellow corn) 4 cups water salt ½ cup parmesan or Romano, grated 1 bunch collards olive oil 1 onion, chopped 1 sweet red pepper, diced 3/4-1lb spicy sausage (preferably smoked) 3 garlic cloves, minced dry oregano 1 lb tomatoes, peeled (or not) and chopped Bring the water to a boil… Read More »

Corn Bread Stuffing with Greens

Corn Bread Stuffing with Greens

Corn Bread Stuffing with Greens

Corn Bread Stuffing with Greens

1 recipe corn bread (see below) 1 bunch greens (chard, kale, etc.)1/2 to 3/4 of a pound olive oil 1 small onion 2 cloves garlic 1/2 pound bacon or smoked sausage (vegetarians can substitute celery) 1 sprig thyme a few sage leaves a few sprigs parsley 1 egg 1/4 cup milk S & P Crumble… Read More »

1 recipe corn bread (see below) 1 bunch greens (chard, kale, etc.)1/2 to 3/4 of a pound olive oil 1 small onion 2 cloves garlic 1/2 pound bacon or smoked sausage (vegetarians can substitute celery) 1 sprig thyme a few sage leaves a few sprigs parsley 1 egg 1/4 cup milk S & P Crumble… Read More »

Baked Haddock with Swiss Chard & Tomatoes

Baked Haddock with Swiss Chard & Tomatoes

Baked Haddock with Swiss Chard & Tomatoes

Baked Haddock with Swiss Chard & Tomatoes

1 pound Swiss chard 1/4 cup chicken broth, canned or homemade 1-1/4 pounds haddock fillets, cut into 2-inch chunks 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tomatoes, seeded, cubed, and drained 1 large onion, cut into narrow wedges 1/2 cup minced parsley 2 tablespoons sliced garlic 1 teaspoon tarragon Preheat oven… Read More »

1 pound Swiss chard 1/4 cup chicken broth, canned or homemade 1-1/4 pounds haddock fillets, cut into 2-inch chunks 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tomatoes, seeded, cubed, and drained 1 large onion, cut into narrow wedges 1/2 cup minced parsley 2 tablespoons sliced garlic 1 teaspoon tarragon Preheat oven… Read More »

Spinach-Ricotta Manicotti

Spinach-Ricotta Manicotti

Spinach-Ricotta Manicotti

Spinach-Ricotta Manicotti

Prepare crepe shells: 3 eggs 1 c water 1 c flour 1/8 t salt Beat the eggs and add the water.  Mix in the flour and salt until well blended.  Strain batter to remove lumps.  Allow batter to rest while preparing the filling and the sauce. To prepare crepes.  Heat an 8” coated omelette/frying pan… Read More »

Prepare crepe shells: 3 eggs 1 c water 1 c flour 1/8 t salt Beat the eggs and add the water.  Mix in the flour and salt until well blended.  Strain batter to remove lumps.  Allow batter to rest while preparing the filling and the sauce. To prepare crepes.  Heat an 8” coated omelette/frying pan… Read More »

Pasta with Chick Peas and Spinach

Pasta with Chick Peas and Spinach

Pasta with Chick Peas and Spinach

Pasta with Chick Peas and Spinach

1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced Warm 2-3 T olive oil in a medium sauce pan over low heat, carefully add ¼ c water; add the onion and garlic,  and sweat  until softened not brown. Add 16 oz. can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed 2 cups of vegetable broth ¼ cup crushed tomato… Read More »

1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced Warm 2-3 T olive oil in a medium sauce pan over low heat, carefully add ¼ c water; add the onion and garlic,  and sweat  until softened not brown. Add 16 oz. can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed 2 cups of vegetable broth ¼ cup crushed tomato… Read More »

White Bean-Chive Hummus

White Bean-Chive Hummus

White Bean-Chive Hummus

White Bean-Chive Hummus

Yield: 6 servings 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons tahini 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 garlic clove, peeled 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon salt Dash cayenne pepper Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or blender and… Read More »

Yield: 6 servings 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons tahini 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 garlic clove, peeled 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon salt Dash cayenne pepper Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or blender and… Read More »

Asparagus Frittata Italian Omelet

Asparagus Frittata Italian Omelet

Asparagus Frittata Italian Omelet

Asparagus Frittata Italian Omelet

Beat 6 eggs Add ¼ c milk Mix in 1 pre-boiled or baked potato peeled and cubed Pinch of salt 1 t minced garlic ¼ c shredded parmesan cheese 1/2 – 3/4 c pre-cooked vegetable chopped steamed broccoli, spinach, sautéed zucchini, asparagus Pour beaten mixture into a heated frying pan coated with olive oil. Allow… Read More »

Beat 6 eggs Add ¼ c milk Mix in 1 pre-boiled or baked potato peeled and cubed Pinch of salt 1 t minced garlic ¼ c shredded parmesan cheese 1/2 – 3/4 c pre-cooked vegetable chopped steamed broccoli, spinach, sautéed zucchini, asparagus Pour beaten mixture into a heated frying pan coated with olive oil. Allow… Read More »

Vegetarian Sushi

Vegetarian Sushi

Vegetarian Sushi

Vegetarian Sushi

4 to 8 lettuce leaves 3 ounces somen (thin Japanese wheat noodles)* 1/2 cup matchstick-size strips carrots 1/2 cup matchstick-size strips green onion 1/2 cup matchstick-size strips red bell pepper (can be left out) Fresh cilantro leaves 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1 teaspoon chili paste with garlic* 1 teaspoon… Read More »

4 to 8 lettuce leaves 3 ounces somen (thin Japanese wheat noodles)* 1/2 cup matchstick-size strips carrots 1/2 cup matchstick-size strips green onion 1/2 cup matchstick-size strips red bell pepper (can be left out) Fresh cilantro leaves 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1 teaspoon chili paste with garlic* 1 teaspoon… Read More »

Dijon Chicken Stew with Potatoes and Kale

Dijon Chicken Stew with Potatoes and Kale

Dijon Chicken Stew with Potatoes and Kale

Dijon Chicken Stew with Potatoes and Kale

4 teaspoons olive oil, divided, more if needed 2 cups sliced leek 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (about 1 1/2 ounces) 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided… Read More »

4 teaspoons olive oil, divided, more if needed 2 cups sliced leek 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (about 1 1/2 ounces) 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided… Read More »

Salad with Fresh Cranberry Vinaigrette

Salad with Fresh Cranberry Vinaigrette

Salad with Fresh Cranberry Vinaigrette

Salad with Fresh Cranberry Vinaigrette

1 cup sliced almonds 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/3 cup olive oil 1/4 cup fresh cranberries 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 tablespoons water  1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese 2 sliced apples 1 pound mixed salad greens Directions:… Read More »

1 cup sliced almonds 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/3 cup olive oil 1/4 cup fresh cranberries 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 tablespoons water  1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese 2 sliced apples 1 pound mixed salad greens Directions:… Read More »

Spicy Cranberry Turkey Wrap

Spicy Cranberry Turkey Wrap

Spicy Cranberry Turkey Wrap

Spicy Cranberry Turkey Wrap

1 cup orange juice 1 cup sugar 1 bag (12 oz.) cranberries, fresh or frozen* 1/2 cup currants or raisins 1/2 cup onion, diced 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 Tbsp. jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced 1 tsp. garlic, fresh or jarred, minced 3/4 tsp. cumin, ground 1 lb. turkey breast cutlets 1/2 cup spreadable… Read More »

1 cup orange juice 1 cup sugar 1 bag (12 oz.) cranberries, fresh or frozen* 1/2 cup currants or raisins 1/2 cup onion, diced 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 Tbsp. jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced 1 tsp. garlic, fresh or jarred, minced 3/4 tsp. cumin, ground 1 lb. turkey breast cutlets 1/2 cup spreadable… Read More »

Roasted Parsnips Recipe

Roasted Parsnips Recipe

Roasted Parsnips Recipe

Roasted Parsnips Recipe

I often use parsnips in vegetable soup or a pot pie.  They can be roasted alone or with carrots, turnips, shallots or onions and garlic. Yield: Serves 4. 1 1/2 pounds of parsnips, peeled and cut into 2 1/2 inch batons 4 teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/3 cup… Read More »

I often use parsnips in vegetable soup or a pot pie.  They can be roasted alone or with carrots, turnips, shallots or onions and garlic. Yield: Serves 4. 1 1/2 pounds of parsnips, peeled and cut into 2 1/2 inch batons 4 teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/3 cup… Read More »