We trimmed large artichokes for a NYT recipe that we posted here: http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/175450786271/bulgar-and-chick-pea-salad-with-oven-roasted This post pertains to method. We generally followed this Gourmet video on how to trim artichokes: https://youtu.be/5o6AaCs4sAw Our modifications: first, we used a large mixing bowl filled with water and the juice of 1 ½ large fresh lemons. Second, we found the… Continue reading Oven-roasted trimmed artichokes
Bulgar and chickpea salad with oven-roasted trimmed artichokes
We tried this NYT recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1016221-bulgur-and-chickpea-salad-with-roasted-artichokes First, for detailed instructions on trimming and roasting artichokes, see this method post: http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/175450614661/oven-roasted-trimmed-artichokes-we-trimmed-large Second, we modified this NYT recipe by reducing the amount of salt to barely ½ tsp total and using no-salt canned chick peas. We also used 1 Tbsp dried chives instead of 2 Tbsp fresh… Continue reading Bulgar and chickpea salad with oven-roasted trimmed artichokes
Breaded chicken cutlets with lemon sauce
We followed Ann Romney’s variation on Parmesan Chicken with lemon sauce (Lemon Chicken) at this link: http://www.ldsliving.com/Romney-Family-Favorites/s/73822 We omitted the parmesan to make the lemon version. Our modifications: first, to reduce sodium, we used unsalted butter and unseasoned breadcrumbs (which we seasoned with a dash each dried thyme, dried onion, dried celery seed, paprika, and… Continue reading Breaded chicken cutlets with lemon sauce
Basic pesto
We followed this basic pesto recipe, using basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/2653-basic-pesto We served it with a corkscrew pasta called cellentani and some grape tomatoes. To determine proportions, we followed these instructions: https://www.seriouseats.com/2016/02/how-to-cook-and-serve-pesto-sauce-pasta.html (June 2018)
Sheet-pan mustard crusted chicken with broccolini and roasted sweet potatoes
We tried this NYT recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1016020-sheet-pan-supper We simplified this recipe by oven-roasting two whole sweet potatoes instead of cutting and inserting thyme, using this recipe: http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/114603785616/oven-roasted-korean-sweet-potato-gogoma. We also omitted the mustard-sour cream sauce. Finally, we used broccolini instead of broccoli raab. (June 2018)
Korean chive pancake (buchujeon)
We tried this recipe: https://kimchimari.com/korean-chive-pancake-buchujeon-with-chive-flowers/ We found the batter a bit too viscous, so we added a little more (1 Tbsp) water until it was thin, like crepe batter. We also used frozen cut chives, which made the pancake wetter than it should have been. So I would recommend using fresh chives the next time.… Continue reading Korean chive pancake (buchujeon)
Leek, turnip, and rice soup
We tried this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/12179-leek-turnip-and-rice-soup Our modifications: first, we used haiga rice instead of arborio. Second, we garnished with fresh marjoram (instead of fresh parsley) and a light drizzle of olive oil. At the end of cooking, we removed the bay leaf and then used an immersion blender to purée the soup (we left about… Continue reading Leek, turnip, and rice soup
Chinese dan-dan noodles
Mix 1 Tbsp chili oil (note: I reduced to 1 tsp of chili in soya oil, which includes hot chili flakes, plus I added 2 tsp roasted sesame oil), 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp Chinese black vinegar, and ½ tsp Sichuan pepper powder in a large mixing bowl, and set aside. Separately, heat oil… Continue reading Chinese dan-dan noodles
Simple au gratin potatoes
We tried this recipe, which calls for cheddar cheese: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/simple-au-gratin-potatoes Our modifications: first, we halved this recipe but found a 2-quart casserole dish to be the right size (a larger casserole dish may be needed for the full recipe). Second, we rubbed the inside of the casserole dish with a smashed garlic clove, then lightly… Continue reading Simple au gratin potatoes
Ann Romney’s meatloaf cakes
We tried this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/12342-ann-romneys-meatloaf-cakes Our modifications: first, we used 1 lb minced beef and ½ lb minced turkey instead of 1 ½ minced beef. Second, we used 1 large shallot instead of ¼ cup onion. (June 2018)Note: We didn’t have seasoned salt, so we loosely followed this recipe: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/237461/homemade-seasoned-salt/ In an effort to reduce… Continue reading Ann Romney’s meatloaf cakes
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