• Crispy Potato Tacos

    September 25, 2023 Author: Rachel
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    Adapted from So Much Food Blog.

    Ingredients:

    • Poblanos or Anaheim peppers, roasted and diced
    • 1 lbs. Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
    • 1 TBSP olive oil
    • 1 small white onion, diced
    • 1 tsp. chili powder
    • 1 tsp. smoked paprika
    • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
    • 3/4 tsp. garlic powder
    • 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
    • 1 TBSP lime juice
    • 1/4 c. cilantro, chopped
    • Salt to taste
    • 6 corn tortillas
    • 1 c. Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
    • Vegetable oil to brush tacos
    • Toppings: shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, crumbled cotija cheese, salsa

    Directions:

    1. Broil peppers in oven until charred. Once charred, place peppers in a Ziploc bag and let the peppers steam for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, remove peppers from the bag and peel the skins off and deseed the peppers, then dice and set aside.
    2. Preheat oven to 425F and lightly oil a baking sheet.
    3. Add the potatoes to a sauce-pot and cover with cold water. Season with salt. Bring to a simmer and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the potatoes are fork tender. Drain them and let them cool a bit. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
    4. While the potatoes cook, heat the olive oil in a skillet and saute the diced onions for 2-3 minutes, until softened. Add the onions to the potatoes and add all the spices. Mix well until the potatoes are the texture of clumpy mashed potatoes and then add 1/4 – 1/2 c. shredded cheese and the roasted peppers, if using, and mix to combine. The potato mixture should be fairly spreadable. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
    5. Microwave tortillas until soft and pliable.
    6. Lay a tortilla flat on a work surface. Gently spread about 1/4-1/3 c. of filling on one side of the tortilla. Sprinkle with some of the shredded cheese and fold into a half moon. Press down so that the tortilla sticks to the potato and stays closed.
    7. Lay the tacos in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and then brush the tops of the tacos with the vegetable oil.
    8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until crispy.

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  • Chipotle Vinaigrette Dressing

    September 25, 2023 Author: Rachel
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    From Chipotle.

    Ingredients:

    • 1/4 c. red wine vinegar
    • 2 1/2 TBSP honey
    • 3 TBSP chipotle peppers
    • 1/2 TBSP salt
    • 1/2 tsp. pepper
    • 1/4 tsp. dried oregano
    • 1/4 c. water
    • 1/2 c. oil

    Directions:

    1. Add all ingredients to a small blender cup (in the order above) and blend until smooth.

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  • Copycat Cava Lemon Herb Tahini Dressing

    September 25, 2023 Author: Rachel
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    Adapted from Whisk Affair.

    Ingredients:

    • 1-2 garlic cloves 
    • 1/4 c. fresh parsley tightly packed
    • 1/4 c. fresh basil leaves tightly packed
    • 1/4 c. cilantro tightly packed
    • 1/2 tsp. salt or to taste
    • 2 tsp. lemon zest (zest from 1 large lemon)
    • 1/2 c. fresh lemon juice
    • 2 TBSP olive oil
    • 1/2 c. tahini paste
    • 4 TBSP cold water plus more to taste
    • 1TBSP honey, or to taste

    Directions:

    1. In the bowl of a small blender cup add garlic, parsley, basil, cilantro, salt, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Pulse until roughly chopped; then scrape the sides down and pulse a few more times.
    2. Add the olive oil and tahini paste and pulse until will combined.
    3. Add the water and honey (to taste) and blend until creamy. Add more water, if necessary until you reach your desired consistency.
    4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary (more salt, honey, or water as needed).

    Copycat Cava Lemon Herb Tahini Dressing:

  • Paneer Butter Masala and Turmeric Rice

    September 24, 2023 Author: Rachel
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    Paneer Butter Masala Ingredients:

    • 2 TBSP neutral oil
    • 2 TBSP butter
    • 1 fresh bird’s eye chili, finely sliced, optional
    • 1 onion, finely chopped
    • 1 tsp. turmeric
    • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
    • 1 tsp. salt
    • 2 tsp. Garam Masala
    • 1 TBSP tomato paste
    • 1 c. chicken or vegetable stock
    • 2 bay leaves
    • 1/4 c. heavy cream
    • 1 lb. paneer, 3/4″ cubes
    • 2 TBSP cilantro, chopped

    Turmeric Rice Ingredients:

    • 1 c. long grain basmati rice
    • 2 c. water
    • 2 tsp. salt
    • 1 bay leaf
    • 2 whole cloves
    • 2 whole cardamom pods
    • 1 stick of cinnamon (about 2 inches)
    • 3 TBSP neutral oil or butter
    • 1/2 tsp. mustard seed
    • 1/2 tsp. cumin seed
    • 1/4 tsp. chili flakes
    • 1 medium onion, chopped
    • 3 garlic cloves, chopped
    • 1/4 tsp. turmeric

    Paneer Butter Masala Directions:

    1. Prepare Turmeric Rice, if using.
    2. In a 4 quart sauce pan, heat oil and butter over medium-high heat.
    3. If using chilis, add and cook until aromatic, about 1-2 minutes.
    4. Add chopped onion and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes, and then reduce heat.
    5. Stir in turmeric, chili powder, salt, and garam masala. Cook for 1 minute, then stir in tomato paste.
    6. Add in chicken stock and bay leaves, and simmer for 5 minutes.
    7. Add in cream and paneer, cooking for 5-10 minutes, stirring gently and occasionally.
    8. Remove from heat and add top with cilantro.

    Turmeric Rice Directions:

    1. Rinse rice with cold water 3-4 times or until the water runs clear.
    2. Cover the rice with cool water and let soak for 15-20 minutes.
    3. Drain rice, add to saucepan with lid, then add the 2 c. water, salt, bay leaf, cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon. Cook for 25 minutes or until done.
    4. Once rice is cooked, rinse with cold water. This shocks the rice, stopping it from overcooking and becoming mushy. Set aside to drain.
    5. In a saute pan, heat oil or butter over medium heat. Add mustard seed, cumin seed, and chili flakes.
    6. Cook until the mustard seeds start popping, then add the chopped onion.
    7. Stir in garlic and cook 2 more minutes.
    8. Combine rice and spiced onion mixture; then add the turmeric and mix until will combined.

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  • Homemade Paneer

    September 24, 2023 Author: Rachel
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    Yields 1 lb. of paneer

    Ingredients:

    • Gallon of whole milk (not ultra pasturized)
    • 1/4 – 1/2 c. vinegar
    • Salt, to taste

    Directions:

    1. Bring milk to a gentle boil while stirring to prevent scalding. Milk should be higher than 185F but less than 212F.
    2. Turn down to low just as milk begins to boil.
    3. Add the vinegar, stirring thoroughly but gently. Start with 1/4 c. and add up to 1/2 c.
    4. Cook for 10-15 seconds on low heat, while gently stirring. Turn off heat.
    5. Allow curds to rest for 5 minutes.
    6. Ladle curds into a cheese cloth, curd drain bag, or lined colander to drain off whey.
    7. Press cheese for 30 minutes to 2 hours, until desired firmness is reached. If using a cheese mold, place 2nd inset mold over cheese and add weight to press. Flip cheese in mold after 10-15 minutes to promote even drainage. If using cheesecloth lined colander or curd drain bag, gather up fabric edges, gently squeeze out excess whey, and hang or press gathered bag.
    8. After pressing: unwrap and cut into 3/4″ cubes (add optional salt) and either use immediately or store in refrigerator for up to 1 week (or in the freezer longer).

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  • Flame Roasted Tomato Pasta

    September 4, 2023 Author: Rachel
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    Our creation.

    Ingredients:

    • 24 oz. grape or cherry tomatoes
    • Olive oil
    • Salt
    • 1 lb. of pasta (reserve 1/2 c. pasta water)
    • 4 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 tsp. crushed red pepper or to taste
    • 2 TBSP – 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese to taste
    • Zest of 1 lemon
    • 1/2 – 1 c. basil, chopped
    • 8 oz. burrata

    Directions:

    1. Add your cast iron pan to the Ooni and heat your Ooni until hot. If you don’t have an Ooni you can roast the tomatoes in the oven at 425F for 15-20 minutes, or until desired doneness.
    2. Add the tomatoes to a bowl and toss liberally with olive oil and salt. Once the cast iron pan has reached 500F, remove the pan and add the tomatoes; cook the tomatoes until charred, or until desired doneness. You can do them in batches.
    3. Meanwhile, cook your pasta in salted water until al dente, reserving 1/2 c. of pasta water.
    4. While the pasta cooks, heat a small skillet with 1-2 TBSP of olive oil and saute garlic for 2 minutes; then add the crushed red pepper and toss to combine, and then remove from the heat.
    5. When the pasta is done, add pasta to a large serving bowl; then add the sauted garlic and toss to combine; then add the parmesan cheese and 1/4 c. of pasta water (reserve the remaining pasta water if you want to add more); then add the flame roasted tomatoes and lemon zest and toss to combine. Top with the basil and burrata (break up the burrata into large chunks.

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  • Greek Farro Salad

    July 28, 2023 Author: Rachel
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    Recipe adapted from Cookie and Kate.

    Ingredients:

    Salad:

    • 1 c. dried farro, rinsed
    • Water or broth to cook the farro
    • 1/4 tsp. salt
    • 5 c. lightly packed arugula
    • 14 oz. can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
    • Mini cucumbers, chopped (about 1 1/2 c. chopped cucumber)
    • 12 oz. jar of sliced roasted red bell peppers
    • 20 Kalamata olives, sliced into thin rounds (about 1/2 c.)
    • 1/2 c. feta cheese, crumbled
    • 1/2 c. chopped flat-leaf parsley

    Dressing:

    • 1/3 c. olive oil
    • 1/4 c. lemon juice
    • 2-3 tsp. honey or maple syrup
    • 2 garlic cloves, pressed
    • 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
    • 1/2 tsp. salt
    • 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
    • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

    Directions:

    1. To cook the farro on the stovetop: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed farro with at least three c. water (enough water to cover the farro by a couple of inches). Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the farro is tender to the bite but still pleasantly chewy (pearled farro will take around 15 minutes; unprocessed farro will take 25 to 40 minutes). Drain off the excess water and add to large serving bowl to cool. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt and a little splash of the dressing. Set aside for just a few minutes to cool.
    2. To cook the farro in the Instant Pot: Add the rinsed farro and 2 c. of water to the Instant Pot; then seal and set to 10 minutes. Once done cooking allow natural release for 5 minutes. Then open the Instant Pot, stir to fluff and drain off the excess water and add to large serving bowl to cool. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt and a little splash of the dressing. Set aside for just a few minutes to cool.
    3. Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, red pepper flakes and pepper until emulsified.
    4. Salad: Once the farro is cooled add the arugula, chickpeas, cucumber, peppers, olives, and parsley to the bowl with the farro.
    5. Drizzle in the remaining dressing and toss to combine. Add the feta, toss again, and season to taste with additional salt and pepper.

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  • Asparagus Lemon Basil Pasta Salad

    July 28, 2023 Author: Rachel
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    Recipe from Muchin with Maddie.

    Ingredients:

    Salad:

    • 8 oz. pasta cooked according to package
    • 2 ears of corn, kernels removed (about 1 c. corn)
    • 12 oz. asparagus, cut in 2 inch pieces
    • 8 oz. grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • 1/2 c. fresh basil, chiffonade

    Dressing:

    • 3 TBSP lemon juice
    • 3 TBSP olive oil
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1/2 tsp. dijon mustard
    • 1 tsp. honey or maple syrup
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Directions:

    1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. On a baking sheet, add asparagus and drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper and then toss to coat. Roast for 12 – 15 minutes. Then set aside to cool.
    2. Meanwhile cook pasta according to package. Once done, drain and then set aside to cool.
    3. Add dressing ingredients to jar or bowl and shake or whisk until combined.
    4. Add pasta, corn, asparagus, and tomatoes to a large bowl and then add the dressing and toss to coat. Top with the basil.

    Asparagus Lemon Basil Pasta Salad:



  • Calabrian Chili Pasta

    July 28, 2023 Author: Rachel
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    Recipe adapted from Dash of Savory.

    Ingredients:

    • 1 lb. thin spaghetti, cooked al dente
    • 2 TBSP olive oil
    • 2 TBSP butter
    • 1/4 c. Calabrian chili peppers, about 10 peppers, stems removed and sliced
    • 1 sweet onion, chopped
    • 10.5 oz. cherry tomatoes
    • 4 garlic cloves, minced
    • 2/3 white wine, chicken broth, or water
    • 8 oz. tomato sauce
    • 2 c. baby spinach
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • Fresh basil, chopped
    • Parmesan cheese

    Directions:

    1. Cook pasta al dente according to package; drain and set aside.
    2. Meanwhile, in a skillet heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add chilis, onion, and tomatoes to the skillet and then season with salt and pepper and saute over medium high heat until tomatoes are bursting, about 5 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
    3. Turn heat down and deglaze pan with wine, broth, or water and simmer for 3 minutes until liquid is reduced by half. Then stir in tomato sauce; then turn off heat and add spinach and toss until wilted and then add cooked pasta and toss to coat the pasta. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
    4. Add basil and parmesan cheese and serve.

    Calabrian Chili Pasta:

  • Summer Ramen Bowl

    June 29, 2023 Author: Rachel
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    Recipe adapted from the Defined Dish.

    Ingredients for 1:

    • 1 egg and/or breaded chicken cutlet
    • 1 brick of ramen, seasoning packet discarded
    • 1 TBSP Get Side Dish Creamy Sesame
    • 2 TBSP soy sauce
    • 1/2 – 1 TBSP chili crisp
    • Honey, to taste (about 2 tsp.)
    • Veggies (julienne cut cucumber, red bell pepper, and/or napa cabbage, wilted spinach etc.)
    • Everything but the bagel seasoning

    Directions:

    1. Soft Boiled Egg: Bring a small saucepan to a boil. When boiling, add the egg and cook for 6.5 minutes. Transfer egg to a bowl of ice water and set aside. Peel egg when cool to the touch.
    2. Ramen: In the saucepan used to cook the egg (or wilt the spinach), add the ramen noodles to boiling water and cook according to package. Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water until noodles are no longer hot.
    3. Sauce: In a bowl, whisk the Creamy Sesame, soy sauce, chili crisp, and honey until well combined.
    4. Assembly: Transfer noodles to a bowl and toss with the sauce until well coated. Top with veggies, egg and/or chicken, and sprinkle with everything but the bagel seasoning.

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