We tried this recipe: https://cookieandkate.com/simple-breakfast-quesadillas-recipe/ Based on our pantry, we omitted cilantro and pickled jalapeños. We added 1 Tbsp chopped scallions into the egg and pinto bean mixture before scrambling them. For the quesadilla, we used shredded Mexican cheese and added a layer of fresh Spinach leaves. (July 2021)
Lebanese fattoush salad
We tried this recipe: https://feelgoodfoodie.net/recipe/lebanese-fattoush-salad/ We omitted scallions and bell pepper, and toasted cubed whole wheat pita bread (lightly sprayed with canola oil) at 400 for 8 mins. We served this with hand-shredded rotisserie chicken. (July 2021)
Red romaine lettuce with garlicky toasted almond dressing
We didn’t have Little Gems lettuce, so we tried this softer Romaine. Details here: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1022263-little-gems-salad-with-garlicky-almond-dressing?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share (June 2021)
Mongolian meatballs with roasted eggplant wedges
We tried this recipe: https://omnivorescookbook.com/easy-mongolian-meatballs/. We used a mix of 50% minced chicken breast and 50% minced pork. For the pepper flakes, we used only ½ tsp Burmese toasted pepper (including seeds). While making these meatballs, we preheated the oven at 425 and roasted eggplant wedges (1 medium eggplant cut into 2x1 wedges, tossed with… Continue reading Mongolian meatballs with roasted eggplant wedges
Beninese-style smoked chicken and tomato stew (moyo de poulet fume)
Inspired by High on the Hog, we tried Dr. Jessica B. Harris’s recipe using rotisserie chicken (minus skin and bones): https://www.today.com/recipes/moyo-de-poulet-fume-smoked-chicken-sauce-recipe-t218192 Our modifications: first, we used 4 ½ fresh, peeled, and seeded hothouse tomatoes and supplemented with a 14.5 oz can of marzano plum tomatoes (omitting about 1 Tbsp liquid). Second, we slightly increased the… Continue reading Beninese-style smoked chicken and tomato stew (moyo de poulet fume)
Roasted Sicilian cauliflower with quick tomato jam and browned bacon crumbles
We tried this recipe to use up ½ head of cauliflower and 5 ripe hothouse tomatoes. This recipe is vegetarian, but we added some bacon crumble (about ½ oz bacon cut into matchsticks and browned in a frying pan). The original vegetarian recipe is here: https://www.howsweeteats.com/2017/08/roasted-sicilian-cauliflower-quick-tomato-jam/ (June 2021)
Quick tomato jam with Italian flavors
We tried the jam from this recipe: https://www.howsweeteats.com/2016/08/avocado-bacon-and-egg-toast-with-quick-tomato-jam/ Our modifications: first, we used 1.5 cups diced fresh hothouse tomatoes (5 medium). Second, we increased the apple cider vinegar from 1 tsp to 1 Tbsp. The next time, we may add some crushed red pepper. We served this with roasted cauliflower (lightly seasoned with Greek oregano,… Continue reading Quick tomato jam with Italian flavors
Banana oat pancakes
We made this recipe, but halved it: https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/banana-oatmeal-pancakes/ Our modifications: First, we disagreed with the general instructions to combine all ingredients in the blender. Instead, we blended the dry ingredients first in our handheld mixer, then set them into a bowl. Using a separate mixing bowl, we mashed the banana, egg, milk, and vanilla extract… Continue reading Banana oat pancakes
Japanese ginger-soy chicken cutlets over sautéed bean sprouts
The marinade is 3 Tbsp soy, 2 Tbsp mirin, and 1 Tbsp microplaned ginger for 1 lb chicken breast cutlets (about 5 pieces). Place each cutlet b/w two sheets of Saran Wrap, and gently tap with a mallet. Marinate the flattened cutlets in a lidded mixing bowl and refrigerate for 30 mins. Lightly spray a… Continue reading Japanese ginger-soy chicken cutlets over sautéed bean sprouts
Simple arugula salad with apple, pecan, and dried cherries
We tried this recipe: https://juliasalbum.com/arugula-salad-with-apples-cranberries-and-pecans/ We substituted the cranberries with dried cherries, and we plumped in hot water as suggested. (June 2021)
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