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
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Peruvian-style chicken kabob with cilantro-jalapeño (aji verde) sauce
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
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
Fresh jalapeño relish
We followed this recipe: http://www.theorganicprepper.ca/this-weeks-harvest-jalapenos-07232013 but reduced proportions as follows: 5 medium jalapeños and ½ orange bell pepper, seeded and then roughly chopped in a food processor, ¼ cup sugar, and ½ cup white vinegar. We skipped the cilantro. (Aug. 2016)
Italian-style eggplant bolognese
We tried this healthier take on bolognese, which uses a combination of minced beef and cubed eggplant. Recipe here: http://www.myrecipes.com/m/recipe/eggplant-bolognese. We found the favor a bit flat, so we added a dash of fruit-infused white balsamic vinegar at the end. (Aug. 2016)
Balsamic roasted summer fruit
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
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
Fresh date, pear, and pomegranate salad
We tried this recipe but used red pear instead of Asian pear: http://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-asian-pear-date-and-pom-64346 (Aug. 2016)
Curried cauliflower soup
Combine 3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth, if vegetarian) and 5 cups (about 1 large head) cauliflower, rough cut, in a medium-size Dutch oven. Cover, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and leave on burner. In the mean time, heat 2 Tbsp unsalted butter in a medium sauté pan, then add 1… Continue reading Curried cauliflower soup
Pasta alla Norma
Pasta alla Norma is rigatoni with eggplant, tomatoes, and ricotta salata. Preheat oven to 450. Cut 2 lb eggplant (about 2 medium) into ¾ inch cubes, toss in about 2 Tbsp olive oil, a little salt and black pepper, place in a single layer on a sheet pan, and oven-roast for 30 mins, tossing midway.… Continue reading Pasta alla Norma
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