We tried this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1013145-white-house-fruit-and-oat-bars?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share We made substantial modifications, including Middle Eastern flavors (pomegranate molasses, dates, and pistachios): first, for the syrup, we combined 6 Tbsp canola oil; ¼ cup each light brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, and pomegranate molasses (for a total of 1 cup sweetener). Second, for the fiber, we used 2 cups… Continue reading Fruit and oat bars with Middle Eastern flavors
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Hot amaranth porridge
We tried this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1014313-amaranth-porridge?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share Around 20 mins into simmering, we found the amaranth had already absorbed too much liquid, so we stirred in 2 Tbsp water. We served this with hot milk and extra maple syrup. (Nov. 2020)
Mexican enchilada sauce
We made this recipe as a base for chilaquiles rojas: https://cookieandkate.com/enchilada-sauce-recipe/ We reduced the chili powder to 1 tsp and used 2 cups chicken broth, but this recipe easily could be vegetarian. (Oct. 2020)
Simple basil pesto
We tried this Ina Garten recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/pesto-recipe-1951665 It was delicious, but a bit too runny. The next time, we will reduce the olive oil by 1/3. (Or perhaps we should have measured the basil leaves more tightly instead of loosely.) We served this pesto with cavatappi and some quartered grape tomatoes. (Sept. 2020)
Moroccan spiced lentil and chickpea soup (harira)
We tried this recipe: https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/spiced-moroccan-vegetable-soup-with-chickpeas-cilantro-and-lemon-harira Although this recipe calls for 7 cups chicken broth, it could easily be substituted for vegetable broth to make the soup vegetarian. For the spices, we found it slightly underseasoned; we recommend adding 50% more harissa, cumin, and turmeric. (Sept. 2020)
Chilaquiles
We had about 3 cups of leftover tortilla chips, but no salsa on hand. We followed this recipe: https://www.thekitchn.com/chilaquiles-recipe-268271 For the salsa, we had to adjust based on our pantry (and lower volume of tortilla chips). Our modifications: 14.5 oz can diced (no salt) tomatoes in lieu of fresh; 2 garlic cloves; 1 small onion… Continue reading Chilaquiles
Strawberry plum jam
While on vacation with a limited pantry, I had a sudden craving for peanut butter-jelly roll-ups. Because we did not have jam or jelly, I decided to make a micro-batch based on what we had on hand: 6 strawberries (cut into quarters), 1 plum (peel-on, pitted, and cut into ½" pieces), ½ cup white sugar,… Continue reading Strawberry plum jam
Roasted potato, sweet potato, and mushroom hash
While on vacation with a limited pantry, we loosely followed this hash recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bobby-flay/wild-mushroom-yukon-gold-hash-2111863 Our modifications: first, we used 6 oz cremini mushrooms and 1 shallot. Instead of sauteeing them, we oven-roasted them at 425 until browned (about 20 mins). Second, instead of boiling the potatoes, we used ½ lb leftover oven-roasted fingerling (baby yukon… Continue reading Roasted potato, sweet potato, and mushroom hash
Simple garlic bread
We had about half a baguette leftover, so we tried this recipe: https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/garlic_bread/ Based on our pantry, we omitted the parsley and parmesan. (Sept. 2020) Note: If the bread is too soft when you cut it, you can toast it in the oven (350 for 5 mins) or even lightly place in the toaster for… Continue reading Simple garlic bread
Spiced graham cracker cookies
While we were on vacation with a limited pantry, we tried this recipe: https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-graham-cracker-cookies-232300 Lacking a food processor, we pulverized 15 planks of Annie’s graham crackers in a blender (using the “crumb” function), and we manually crumbled remnants that survived the blender. Our modifications: first, in lieu of vanilla extract, we enhanced with: ½ tsp… Continue reading Spiced graham cracker cookies
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