We followed this recipe from The Vegetarian Times, with significant modifications: http://christinehennessey.blogspot.com/2009/12/indian-samosa-casserole.html?m=1. First, we added ½ tsp each turmeric and paprika, ½ chopped jalapeño pepper, 1 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 8 curry leaves to the filling. We also used chicken broth instead of vegetable broth and sugar instead of agave nectar. We tasted the… Continue reading Indian samosa casserole
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Spinach, rice, and cheese casserole
We had leftover cooked rice and a lot of frozen spinach, so we decided to try this recipe. We used shallots instead of onion (see Note 2 below) and added a dash of marash pepper for a little heat. We also used haiga (Japanese medium-grain) rice. After baking in a buttered 2 quart baking dish… Continue reading Spinach, rice, and cheese casserole
Broccoli and cheddar frittata
We tried this healthy recipe from Ellie Krieger: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/broccoli-and-cheddar-frittata-recipe2.html. It uses 4 eggs and 4 egg whites. We added a dash of marash pepper and chopped Italian parsley. We served this with simply dressed tomatoes, here: http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/121554237486/simply-dressed-tomatoes-slice-tomatoes-any-type (Jan. 2016)
Cauliflower and potato kugel with mushroom
Preheat oven to 375. Peel 1 large Russet potato (about ¾ lb), cut into chunks, and boil in lightly salted water until tender (about 15 mins in boiling water or 30 mins in simmering water), then remove with a slotted spoon and mash in a large mixing bowl. Using the same pot of water, add… Continue reading Cauliflower and potato kugel with mushroom
Polish stuffed cabbage leaves (galumpki)
Recipe here: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/stuffed-cabbage-with-tomato-sauce-recipe-2011549.amp We used red cabbage instead of savoy, which required us to parboil the head of cabbage in order to loosen the tightly wrapped leaves. Before parboiling the cabbage head, we cut off the base and then use a melon baller and a small knife to remove the core from the head; this… Continue reading Polish stuffed cabbage leaves (galumpki)
South African casserole (bobotie)
Thanks to my friend Laura, I was able to try out Marcus Samuelsson’s recipe. Saute minced beef and chopped red onion. Once beef is well-cooked, add ground cumin, coriander seeds, and curry (here, Jamaican curry powder). Let simmer for 10 minutes, then add bread crumbs, unsweetened peanut butter, a dash of salt, and some water.… Continue reading South African casserole (bobotie)
Clapshot shepherd’s pie
This is virtually identical to classic shepherd’s pie except for the addition of turnip to mashed potato (clapshot), which is a Scottish specialty. Heat 2 tsp oil in a wok, cook 1 chopped onion until wilted, then add 1 lb minced beef (here, bison). Season with a little salt and pepper. When browned, stir in… Continue reading Clapshot shepherd’s pie
Blueberry crumble with cornmeal-almond topping
We tried this Food Network recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/blueberry-crumble-with-cornmeal-almond-topping-recipe-1973476 (Jan. 2014) Note: If you use frozen blueberries, they elicit more liquid than fresh blueberries. So you may want to supplement frozen blueberries with additional flour to absorb that liquid.
Tuna noodle casserole
When I made this dish, I thought of the time my friend Sarah made this for me many years ago in Chicago. Preheat oven to 425. Cook ½ lb egg noodles, then drain. While still hot, stir in about ½ cupshredded cheddar cheese and set aside. Separately, in a large skillet, saute 1 chopped onion,… Continue reading Tuna noodle casserole
Cottage pie
Heat 2 tsp oil in a wok, cook 1 chopped onion until wilted, then add 1 lb minced beef (here, bison). Season with a little salt and pepper. When browned, stir in 1 Tbsp flour and 5 oz hot beef stock. Bring to a boil, then add 1 Tbsp tomato paste, 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce,… Continue reading Cottage pie
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