Saute 1 large link (about 1/4 lb) uncooked hot Italian sausage (we used Whole Foods' mix of pork and chicken, with casings removed) until browned, then let cool and set aside. Separately, lightly mix 3 eggs with 1 cup low-fat milk, then fold in 3 oz shredded Gruyere cheese, 3 sprigs thyme (leaves only), 3… Continue reading Sausage, leek, and tomato frittata
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Ghanaian spinach and corned beef stew (nko to mireh)
My friend’s mother shared her family’s recipe with me, but at her request, I cannot post the recipe. It’s considered a family secret. If I find a similar recipe online, I will share it. (Aug. 2014)
Portuguese kale and potato soup (caldo verde)
Bring 6 cups of water to a light boil, then add 1 lb yukon gold potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled andquartered, and a rough-chopped onion. Bring to a boil, season with 2 tsp salt and ¼ tsp black pepper. Cover and reduce to a simmer until potatoes are tender (20 mins). Using an immersion blender,… Continue reading Portuguese kale and potato soup (caldo verde)
Chicken and andouille gumbo
After having a sublime gumbo at Bayou Bakery, I decided to try a gumbo recipe at home. This recipe is from Chef Emeril Lagasse: https://www.emerils.com/129273/chicken-and-andouille-gumbo. (Nov. 2014)
Lasagna with ground turkey
We made this based on Ina Garten’s Turkey Lasagna recipe (here at http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/turkey-lasagna-recipe2.html), except that we substituted the minced turkey with 1 lb minced beef and 2 hot Italian pork sausage links (casings removed). (Dec. 2014)
Ghanaian palm nut stew with smoked turkey (abenkwan)
We typically make this with smoked turkey wings or drums, but we used smoked turkey necks this time. We made this based on a friend’s family recipe that we are not permitted to share at this time. (Jan. 2015)
Hearty three-bean soup garnished with rendered bacon
Loosely based on this Italian mixed bean soup by Umberle, available here: http://www.food.com/recipe/italian-mixed-bean-soup-211966. Sauté about 1 oz bacon (cut into matchsticks) until browned and rendered, then set aside. Using the rendered fat, sauté 1 chopped onion, 5 cloves minced garlic, 7 sprigs each Greek oregano and thyme(leaves only), and ½ tsp crushed red pepper. When fragrant, add 5… Continue reading Hearty three-bean soup garnished with rendered bacon
Split yellow pea soup
Recipe loosely based on: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/yellow-split-pea-soup-recipe.html. Using a large Dutch oven, sauté about 2 oz bacon (cut into matchsticks) until rendered and browned, then set aside. Add 1 chopped onion, 3 carrots (peeled and chopped), 4 stalks chopped celery, 5-7 sprigs thyme (leaves only), and 2 bay leaves. Sauté until fragrant, then add 8 cups low… Continue reading Split yellow pea soup
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