We tried this NYT recipe, and it was delicious: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1016814-picadillo Our modifications: first, we used 1 lb minced bison instead of 1 ½ lb minced beef. Second, we used 1 oz Matador slim jim (halved vertically and then diced) instead of 2 oz chorizo. Third, to accommodate the reduced amount of protein, we reduced the… Continue reading Picadillo (Cuban minced beef stew)
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Oven-roasted breakfast potatoes
We followed this recipe: https://www.tasteslovely.com/perfect-roasted-potatoes/ We used three small-medium Idaho potatoes, and we scrubbed the skin. Our modification: we added a dash (about ½ tsp) each cumin powder and paprika to the cubed potatoes before roasting them. The tips on preheating the baking sheet and using parchment paper were key. (Mar. 2018)
Roasted parsnips and baby fingerling potatoes
We tried this recipe: https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/roasted-baby-potatoes-with-thyme-and-rosemary-237107 We cut skin-on baby fingerings in vertical halves and peeled and cut two parsnips to make them similar in size and shape to the halved fingerlings. We toss them in olive oil, a little salt and pepper, and a few sprinkles (about ½ tsp) dried Greek oregano. We placed the… Continue reading Roasted parsnips and baby fingerling potatoes
Chicken sautéed with Meyer lemon
We tried this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/12312-sauteed-chicken-with-meyer-lemon We made minor modifications: first, we substituted the leeks with one large shallot. Second, we increased the amount of pickled Meyer lemon to 1 ½ (instead of 1). We still found this dish lacked acid; we may add some standard lemon juice or apple cider vinegar at the end to… Continue reading Chicken sautéed with Meyer lemon
Lebanese fattoush salad
We followed this recipe: http://www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/lebanese-fattoush-salad-with-grilled-chicken-422438 Our modifications: first, we omitted the radish and onion from the salad. Second, we served the salad with cutlets of chicken shawarma (recipe here: http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/171465741451/chicken-shawarma-we-followed-this-marinade)rather than using the chicken recipe. (Mar. 2018)
Chicken shawarma
We followed this marinade: https://www.recipetineats.com/chicken-sharwama-middle-eastern/ Our modifications: first, we used 2 lb (3 pieces) boneless skinless chicken breast cut into half lengthwise (yielding 6 cutlets). Second, we reduced the amount of cardamom from 1 Tbsp to 1 tsp to avoid any cloying flavor. We also reduced the cayenne from 1 tsp to ½ to ¾… Continue reading Chicken shawarma
Roasted cauliflower bulgur pilaf with tahini sauce
We tried this recipe, which originally called for a grain called freekeh: https://cookieandkate.com/2014/roasted-cauliflower-freekeh-tahini-sauce/ Our modifications: first, we used 1 cup coarse bulgur, following proportions here: https://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/08/health/nutrition/08recipehealth.html Second, oven-roasted the cauliflower pieces and a few sliced shallots for 30 mins, following these directions: http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/144070024406/armenian-style-roasted-cauliflower-with-tahini Third, in the mean time, we sautéed the ¼ cup slivered almonds… Continue reading Roasted cauliflower bulgur pilaf with tahini sauce
Sheet pan coriander chicken with sweet potato, shallot, and bell pepper
We tried this NYT recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1019161-sheet-pan-chicken-with-sweet-potatoes-and-peppers Our only modification was to place the chicken thighs (skin side up) on a lightly oiled baking sheet first and then surround the thighs with the sweet potato-pepper mixture. (Feb. 2018) Note: The second time we made this, we skipped the onion vinegar topping. The dish is fine without… Continue reading Sheet pan coriander chicken with sweet potato, shallot, and bell pepper
Oven-baked soy-marinated salmon fillet
Following these instructions, we preheated the oven to 425: https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-salmon-in-the-oven-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-204559We drizzled about 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 Tbsp mirin, and 2 tsp honey, and 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper over 1 ½ lb salmon fillet (see Note below). We let the salmon sit for about 10 mins while we prepped the side dishes (such… Continue reading Oven-baked soy-marinated salmon fillet
Eggs in a nest
We followed this basic recipe: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/187850/egg-in-a-hole/ To make it healthier, we sprayed oil in a nonstick pan instead of using bacon grease. (Jan. 2018)
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