Italian bucatini with chicken sausage and bell peppers

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We tried this recipe: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/bucatini-with-sausage-and-peppers-56389445 We used spicy chicken sausage instead of sweet turkey. At first, we found the sauce a bit too thin, but we later realized that this is intentional so that the bucatini can soak up the sauce. We also recommend preparing the sauce in a Dutch oven, since the cooked pasta… Continue reading Italian bucatini with chicken sausage and bell peppers

Concord grape cornmeal cake

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We used ½ lb (about 1 cup, halved and seeded) Korean grapes, a hybrid of Concord grapes, for this recipe: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/concord-grape-cornmeal-cake-51122620 We also used 1% milk and white vinegar in lieu of buttermilk, following these guidelines: http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-a-quick-easy-buttermilk-substitute-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-185757 (Sept. 2016)

Sheet-pan cumin chicken with squash, fennel, and grapes

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We had an unexpected surplus of Korean grapes, so we tried out this savory recipe: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/sheet-pan-cumin-chicken-thighs-with-squash-fennel-and-grapes-56390000 We modified by coating the chicken thighs with 1 Tbsp olive oil before adding the spices, placed the seasoned chicken on a lightly oiled baking rack set on top of the vegetables (to keep the chicken from getting soggy),… Continue reading Sheet-pan cumin chicken with squash, fennel, and grapes

Peruvian cilantro-jalapeño (aji verde) sauce

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This is a healthy version that calls for nonfat plain Greek yogurt. We followed the recipe that was part of this chicken dish, except that we removed the seeds and membrane from the jalapeños before pureeing them: http://runawayapricot.com/2015/01/healthier-peruvian-chicken-skewers-with-green-sauce.html/ In case the link does not work, here are the instructions: using a food processor, combine 1… Continue reading Peruvian cilantro-jalapeño (aji verde) sauce

Peruvian-style chicken kabob with cilantro-jalapeño (aji verde) sauce

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We followed this recipe for both chicken and sauce: http://runawayapricot.com/2015/01/healthier-peruvian-chicken-skewers-with-green-sauce.html/. In case the link does not work: First, the night before, cut 3 ½ lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 breasts) into 1” chunks. Marinate the chicken chunks in: 2 Tbsp ground cumin, 2 Tbsp sweet paprika, 4 tsp (we reduced to 2 tsp)… Continue reading Peruvian-style chicken kabob with cilantro-jalapeño (aji verde) sauce

Chilean avocado celery salad

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We tried this recipe, and it was delicious: http://thelatinkitchen.com/r/recipe/apio-palta-celery-avocado-salad  In case the link is not working, here is the recipe: first, trim 5 stalks celery and cut along a diagonal into 1” pieces. Place in a medium-large mixing bowl. Second, pit and cut two ripe avocados into coarse chunks (about 1” cubes). Add the avocados… Continue reading Chilean avocado celery salad

Balsamic roasted summer fruit

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Inspired by this Delia Smith recipe: http://www.deliaonline.com/recipes/collections/delias-summer-collection/summer-fruit-compote, we decided to roast all of our remaining summer fruit on hand - 2 black plums and 1 red plum (cut into 6 pieces each) , 3 small ripe guavas (cut into quarters), and a cup of red seedless grapes (whole). We tossed them with ¼ cup balsamic… Continue reading Balsamic roasted summer fruit

Italian-style scalloped tomatoes

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We followed this recipe: https://food52.com/recipes/18941-sarah-leah-chase-s-scalloped-tomatoes, but we used ciabatta bread (about ¼ loaf) instead of a baguette. After baking at 350 for 35 mins, we broiled it on high (about 8 inches from the flames) for a few mins. The recipe calls for bacon fat or olive oil, so it can be vegetarian if you… Continue reading Italian-style scalloped tomatoes