Details here: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/passover-party-snack-mix/amp For the nuts, we used 1 cup each walnuts, almonds, and shelled pistachios. We baked it for 42 mins and found it slightly overdone; we recommend baking for 40 mins or less and not worrying if the caramelization is complete. (Sept. 2017)
Tag: 2017
Guacamole breakfast sandwich
We loosely followed this recipe: http://damndelicious.net/2016/06/12/guacamole-breakfast-sandwich/ Our modifications: first, we used precooked bacon, which we microwaved for 1 min. Second, we made scrambled eggs (2 egg whites, 3 eggs, and a dash of milk cooked on low heat in a buttered teflon pan) instead of frying them. Third, we made guacamole (see http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/148260873751/simple-guacamole-recipe-here) but omitted… Continue reading Guacamole breakfast sandwich
Simple panzanella
We tried this recipe based on our pantry: https://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2015/09/classic-panzanella-salad-recipe.html Our modifications: we used 2/3 lb sliced Whole Foods pain de campagne (country bread), which we cut into bite-sized pieces. After lightly coating them with olive oil, we sprinkled about 1 tsp dried Greek oregano before toasting in the oven (at 400 for 7-10 mins, turning… Continue reading Simple panzanella
Oven-roasted Italian sausage with shallot and bell pepper
This recipe is from my step-MIL, who applied a Provencal flavor profile to a traditional Italian dish. Preheat oven to 400. Using 8 large raw Italian mild pork sausages (see Note below), prick each sausage with a fork (three times on top and on bottom). Cut one yellow and one red bell pepper in half… Continue reading Oven-roasted Italian sausage with shallot and bell pepper
Crispy oven-baked tofu
We tried this recipe, which offered a healthier version of pan-fried tofu: https://cookieandkate.com/2016/how-to-make-crispy-baked-tofu/ Our modifications: first, we used Trader Joe’s firm (not extra firm) tofu. After pressing water out for 30 mins, we also used a paper towel to gently squeeze water out of each piece before tossing in olive oil. Second, we seasoned with… Continue reading Crispy oven-baked tofu
Ozark cornbread with whole corn kernels
We tried this recipe from Crescent Dragonwagon’s The Cornbread Gospels cookbook: preheat oven to 400. Lightly spray a 9-10" cast iron pan, spray with vegetable oil, then add 1 Tbsp butter. Place pan in oven until butter melts (about 5 mins), then remove pan from oven. In the meantime, whisk together the following dry ingredients… Continue reading Ozark cornbread with whole corn kernels
Crispy salmon skin
Inspired by Andrea Nguyen’s Viet World Kitchen Facebook post (July 1, 2017), we tried broiling strips of salmon skin. Using skin that remained from the Japanese seasoned salmon flakes (http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/157742349226/japanese-seasoned-salmon-flakes-our-salmon), we cut the semi-crisp skin into 3-inch long strips, placed them on a foil-lined baking sheet (skin side down), lightly sprayed the foil and the… Continue reading Crispy salmon skin
Eggplant parmesan casserole
We tried a variation of the NYT recipe for zucchini parmesan, using 2.5 lb eggplant in lieu of zucchini: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1017523-zucchini-parmesan?login=emailWe followed our modifications to the original recipe, details here: http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/163022801851/zucchini-parmesan-casserole-we-had-an-abundance We found that the eggplant slices took more time to roast, becoming brown on both sides after about 20 mins at 450. As a shortcut,… Continue reading Eggplant parmesan casserole
Chicken and egg hash with Caribbean flavors
We tried this recipe for our leftover homemade roast jerk chicken and whole roasted sweet potato: http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/chicken-hash-eggs Our modifications: first, before adding any oil or butter to the pan, we removed the seasoned skin from thigh and breast, cut the skin into bite sized pieces, and sautéed them until crispy, then set aside. The skin… Continue reading Chicken and egg hash with Caribbean flavors
Zucchini parmesan casserole
We had an abundance of zucchini, so we made this with our pantry ingredients: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1017523-zucchini-parmesan Our modifications: First, we used one shallot instead of a small onion. Second, in lieu of 2.5 lb fresh tomatoes, we used two 28 oz cans whole peeled canned tomatoes. To save time, we puréed the canned tomatoes before adding… Continue reading Zucchini parmesan casserole
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