We tried this NYT recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/7985-turkey-chili?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share In lieu of a bell pepper, we added 2 small-medium Korean sweet potatoes (skin on, diced). After sauteeing the minced turkey (which we reduced to 1 lb 10 oz), we set the turkey aside and then sauteed the diced sweet potato for about 5 mins before adding the onion,… Continue reading Turkey chili
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Rotisserie chicken noodle soup
We made this recipe: https://www.averiecooks.com/easy-30-minute-homemade-chicken-noodle-soup/ Our modifications: first, after removing the rotisserie meat from the bones, we sauteed the bones and skin in 2 tsp unsalted butter in a large Dutch oven for 5 mins on medium heat. We then discarded the skin and bones. We added another tsp butter and 1 tsp olive oil,… Continue reading Rotisserie chicken noodle soup
Red romaine lettuce with garlicky toasted almond dressing
We didn’t have Little Gems lettuce, so we tried this softer Romaine. Details here: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1022263-little-gems-salad-with-garlicky-almond-dressing?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share (June 2021)
Roasted Sicilian cauliflower with quick tomato jam and browned bacon crumbles
We tried this recipe to use up ½ head of cauliflower and 5 ripe hothouse tomatoes. This recipe is vegetarian, but we added some bacon crumble (about ½ oz bacon cut into matchsticks and browned in a frying pan). The original vegetarian recipe is here: https://www.howsweeteats.com/2017/08/roasted-sicilian-cauliflower-quick-tomato-jam/ (June 2021)
Mashed cauliflower and potatoes
We generally followed this recipe: https://www.skinnytaste.com/creamy-cauliflower-puree/ Our modifications: first, we omitted the garlic and buttermilk. Second, we added one medium russet potato, cut roughly into the same size as large (3x2") florets from one medium cauliflower. We boiled the potato and cauliflower chunks together until fork-tender (about 8 mins). We drained them, and then placed… Continue reading Mashed cauliflower and potatoes
Salisbury steak meatballs
We tried this SkinnyTaste recipe, and it was delicious: https://www.skinnytaste.com/salisbury-steak-meatballs-instant-pot-stove-top-slow-cooker/. We increased the cremini mushrooms to 8 oz; we used one minced mushroom for the meatball mixture. We also browned the meatballs in batches in a large nonstick pan. We simmered the meatballs, mushrooms, and sauce on the stovetop for 29 mins. We served the… Continue reading Salisbury steak meatballs
Beef barley soup, version 2
We tried this Skinnytaste recipe: https://www.skinnytaste.com/beef-barley-soup/ We made a few modifications: first, we cut our beef stew meat into bite-sized pieces, so we reduced pressure-cooking time to 12 mins on medium-low (we started timer after the pressure cooker had reached full pressure). Second, we added 6 cups beef broth instead of water, and we added… Continue reading Beef barley soup, version 2
Post-Thanksgiving curry puffs
This was a good use of 1.5 cups shredded leftover roast turkey breast, 1 cup mashed potatoes, and ¼ cup chopped roasted parsnips and carrots, in addition to a small shallot (in lieu of an onion), ¾ cup peas, and 2 Tbsp minced parsley plus 2 Tbsp lemon juice (in lieu of cilantro). We made… Continue reading Post-Thanksgiving curry puffs
Cheesy beef and pasta in tomato sauce
We tried this recipe: https://www.thekitchn.com/beef-and-shells-22959477 Based on our pantry, we made some modifications: first, we omitted the onion and garlic powder. Instead, after browning the minced beef, we added 1 small diced onion, then 2 mins later 2 minced garlic cloves. Second, we added 2 cups unsalted beef broth and a 15 oz can unsalted tomato… Continue reading Cheesy beef and pasta in tomato sauce
Baked rice pudding with brulee topping
We tried this recipe: https://www.lanascooking.com/baked-rice-pudding/ Our modifications: first, we used cooked basmati rice and golden raisins. Second, instead of 1.5 cups sugar and zest from one lemon, we used 1.5 cups of homemade citrus-infused sugar. Third, once the baking ended, we let the custard cool for 10 mins and then sprinkled with 2 Tbsp sugar… Continue reading Baked rice pudding with brulee topping
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