We tried this recipe, which has metric measurements: http://yasminkhanstories.com/carrot-cardamom-rosewater-jam/ We used 1 cup white sugar, 2 cups water, and juice from ½ lime (instead of lemon). We served this jam on buttered, roasted slices of pain de campagne. (Oct. 2017)
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Indian tart apple chutney
Fresh from the apple orchard, we tried this recipe: http://www.veggiebelly.com/2009/11/indian-apple-pickle.html Our modifications based on our pantry: first, we peeled and diced four small freshly harvested apples (multiple varieties) instead of two large apples; we soaked the diced apples in the juice of one small lemon. Second, we substituted 1/8 tsp fenugreek powder with 1/8 tsp… Continue reading Indian tart apple chutney
Quick pickled beet stems
We had leafless stems from 6 beets leftover, so we tried this recipe: https://parade.com/390722/parade/quick-pickled-beet-stems/ We tripled the recipe and used honey instead of sugar. (Apr. 2017)
Jamaican broiled jerk snapper fillet
Preheat broiler on low and place oven rack 4 inches away from heat source. Place a rack in foil-lined baking sheet, and spray cooking oil on the rack. Pat dry one 10-ounce skin-on snapper fillet with paper towels. Mix 1 Tbsp Dry Jerk Seasoning (recipe below), 2 Tbsp vegetable oil, and a dash of hot… Continue reading Jamaican broiled jerk snapper fillet
Spicy salted caramel nuts
We tried this Ina Garten recipe: https://barefootcontessa.com/recipes/salted-caramel-nuts For some kick, we added ¼ tsp cayenne pepper along with the kosher salt. Based on our pantry, we used 2 cups each walnuts and almonds. We also overheated the caramelized sugar, so this has a slightly bittersweet flavor. The next time, we will try these instructions from… Continue reading Spicy salted caramel nuts
Peruvian cilantro-jalapeño (aji verde) sauce
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
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)
Spicy herbed brown sugar cashews
Preheat oven to 325 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a medium bowl, whisk together 1 large egg white, ½ tsp kosher salt, and 1 Tbsp water until barely frothy. Add 2 cups raw, while cashews and mix to coat. Drain the coated cashews in a colander for 10-15 mins to drain… Continue reading Spicy herbed brown sugar cashews
Baked salmon in puff pastry
We used store-bought frozen puff pastry that we defrosted in the fridge for 2-3 hours. Recipe and useful video here: http://livewellnetwork.com/My-Family-Recipe-Rocks/recipes/Salmon-Stuffed-Puff-Pastry/9263020. We used about 1 lb salmon and baked it for 45 mins. We also served mixed green salad with a honey dijon mustard vinaigrette. The vinaigrette recipe is here: http://www.onceuponachef.com/2011/03/roasted-beet-salad-with-goat-cheese-walnuts-honey-dijon-vinaigrette.html. We added an extra… Continue reading Baked salmon in puff pastry
Chinese pickled broccoli stems and carrots
I had pickled broccoli stems at a Chinese restaurant many years ago, and they were delicious - tangy and crunchy. I recently purchased a sprouting broccoli with lots of side shoots as well as the main stem, so I decided to try this recipe for Chinese sweet and sour pickles. I peeled the broccoli shoots… Continue reading Chinese pickled broccoli stems and carrots
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