The term ‘Creole’ refers to the blend of French and Spanish influences in this broth. Olive oil 1 poblano pepper 1 red jalapeno ¼ of a large red onion, quartered 4 garlic cloves 5 plum tomatoes, halved ½ lb each cod, squid and bay scallops 2 limes, juiced 1 small shallot 2T parsley, divided Cayenne…
Broccolini-stuffed tortelloni with braised chicken and cannellini beans
These recipes can be served separately but are perfect together. They take some time, so if going for the gamut, open a bottle of wine or a liter of beer and plan to enjoy your evening. Olive oil 1 bunch broccolini, cut into 1-2’ pieces 7 garlic cloves, divided Juice of ½ a lemon 1c…
Baked German potato salad
Some people sneer at the thought of a hot potato salad. To appease those people we call this a casserole. 2lb potatoes 1/4 C cider vinegar 1T sugar 1/2t salt 1/2C sour cream 1/4C Havarti cheese, cut into chunks 5 gherkins, chopped 1 T whole ground mustard Boil potatoes whole in water until fork tender. …
Spicy chickpea sandwich spread
Spread on multi-grain bread and top with sprouts, serve as a dip, or use as the glue in a traditional sandwich, this lighter style ‘hummus’ serves as a meal in a spread. The key to a creamy hummus is to excessively moisturize the chickpeas and this takes time. Resist the temptation to buy canned chickpeas,…
Caramelized onion pull-apart bread
A garlic cheese bread with more intense flavor, the onions help distract from the lack of fat. Instead of adding olives, you can use olive bread. Serve in the middle of a family table as a fun appetizer or to bulk up a salad dinner. 1T butter 2 large onions, sliced 1t thyme ½c milk…
Crab avocado salad
Almost a crab guacamole, this crab avocado salad can be served with chips, mounded on mixed greens, or as a sandwich. Meat of 2 Dungeness crabs (or 2 cups of snow or king crab) Juice of half a lemon 2T red onion, minced 1-2 avocados, diced 1T mayonnaise 1T sour cream 2 green onions, minced 1…
Fresh chunky tomato sauce with mushrooms
A simple sauce that works equally well over pasta, polenta, fish or chicken. If using as a pasta sauce, it can be embellished by tossing some dried mushrooms into the pasta water before bringing it to a boil. Add the pasta and strain as normal before adding to to the sauce. Olive oil ¼ of an…
Grilled mussels with avocado herb butter
Grilling adds a depth of flavor to this dish, but it could be prepared on the stove top just the same. The compound butter ingredients can also be added, individually, at the end. 1/4 stick butter, softened but not melted ¼ avocado 4 big sprigs parsley, leaves stripped and stems discarded 2 sprigs tarragon, leaves…
Artichoke dipping sauce
For those who want something better than butter with the chokes. 1 clove garlic, grated Zest and juice of ½ a lemon 2T lowfat Greek yogurt 2T lowfat mayo ½-1T butter ¼ t truffle oil (optional) Combine grated garlic, lemon zest, mayo and yogurt in microwave-safe ramekin. Add a pat of butter and microwave the…
Asian pasta salad slaw
A cross between a rice noodle salad and an Asian slaw, this Asian pasta salad slaw can go either way by reducing the quantity of noodles or cabbage . ½ head cabbage 1/4c lime or lemon juice, or rice wine vinegar or a combo 3t light brown sugar 2T fish sauce 2T soy sauce 4 cloves…