If you have leftover mashed potatoes, try making them into delicious potato dumplings known as gnocchi! I’ve tried gnocchi before, but I often find the dough is very sticky and hard to work with, and I inevitably need to use more flour, which can make the gnocchi heavy and chewy. I think maybe the problem was that…
Category: Main Dishes
Paneer
Fresh cheese made with milk and yogurt. It’s great in curry dishes or fried on its own. 1/2 gallon milk (whole or 2%)2 C plain yogurt (greek adds more protein)Cheesecloth Place the milk in a large heavy saucepan or dutch oven and bring to a boil, stirring gently, over high heat. Just before the milk…
Jerk Barbecue Pork Steaks
Pork steaks simmered in the crockpot with Jamaican jerk seasoning until they’re so tender they fall right off the bone. 3 thick pork shoulder blade steaks (about 2 lbs/1 kg) 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 cup ketchup 1/4 cup wine vinegar 1 tbsp packed brown sugar 1 tbsp worcestershire…
Pork Tenderloin With Honey-Glazed Apples
Pork and apples compliment each other so well in this delicious pork tenderloin dish. Marinade 1/3 cup applesauce 1/4 cup honey, melted 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 tsp dijon mustard 4 green onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger 2 lbs pork tenderloin Glazed Apples 1 tbsp…
Chicken Tetrazzini
This creamy chicken and pasta casserole is sure to please your family. 1 tablespoon olive oilCooking spray1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup finely chopped celery1 teaspoon minced garlic1 teaspoon fresh thyme1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon salt5-6 cups sliced mushrooms (16 ounce package)1/4 cup dry sherry (or red wine)2 tablespoons butter1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 3/4…
Whole Chicken in a Crockpot
Here’s a super easy way to cook a whole chicken, and make chicken soup the next day. 1 small whole chicken 1 small onion paprika, seasoning salt, and garlic powder for seasoning Rinse the chicken and remove any bags from the cavity. Peel the onion and place the whole thing inside the cavity. If it doesn’t fit…
Moroccan Lentil Pie
Lentils, cheese and Moroccan spices wrapped in a delicate phyllo crust. 4 cups of Lentil and Vegetable Tagine4 sheets phyllo pastry1 tsp butter, melted2 tsp olive oil1 cup feta cheese1/4 cup parmesan cheese2 eggs1 tsp parsley flakes Spray a 2-quart round glass baking dish with cookiing spray. Overlap sheets of phyllo across the dish to…
Doro Wat
Ethiopian chicken stew slow-cooked in the crockpot. It’s sure to warm you up on a cold day. 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs1/4 cup fresh lemon juice2 tbsps butter3 large onions, diced 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger1 tbsp paprika1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more if you like it spicy)1/2 teaspoon black pepper1…
Stoplight Corn Chowder
This simple and tasty corn chowder is made fun with stoplight colours of red peppers, yellow corn, and green peppers. 1 tablespoon olive oil1 onion, diced1 red bell pepper, diced1 green bell pepper, diced2 cups corn1 cup navy beans2 vegetable bouillion squares3 tablespoons flour3 cups milk1 cup water1/2 cup grated cheddar cheeseOptional garnish: crushed tortilla chips, cilantro, and/or sliced…
Curried Chicken and Broccoli Crepes
Soft and light crepes with a delicious creamy filling of chicken and broccoli. Crepes: 1 cup all-purpose flour pinch of salt 2 eggs, lightly beaten 2/3 cup milk 2/3 cup water 1 tsp butter In a bowl, cobine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add eggs. While whisking, gradually add milk…
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