tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70264232741056456592024-02-20T22:11:46.817-08:00Jourdan Leigh in the kitchenJourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.comBlogger397125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-39875217958589993252015-02-28T06:00:00.000-08:002015-02-28T06:00:38.771-08:00Easy Braised Collard GreensThis allllll goes back to two of my girl friends bachelorette parties almost a year and two years ago. We went to Nashville for both and had the most amazing collard greens. Well I haven't been able to get them out of my mind since and have made them a few times, but finally captured a picture to blog the recipe! Its a pretty loose recipe since I don't really measure the seasonings and have made them with both bacon and ham (from a leftover whole ham roast), but if you follow the jist of it, you can make it your own and I'm positive it will be amazing like ours have always turned out. They are just so savory and delicious. Like I said in my last post, we had these with <a href="http://jourdanleigh.blogspot.com/2015/02/scalloped-potatoes-and-butternut-squash.html">Scalloped Potatoes & Butternut Squash</a> for the perfect dinner.<br />
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<b>Easy Braised Collard Greens</b><br />
<i>loosely adapted via <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/seasonal-recipe-12787">the Kitchn</a></i><br />
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<span itemprop="ingredients">2 bunches collard greens</span><span itemprop="ingredients"> </span><br />
<span itemprop="ingredients">10 cloves garlic</span><br />1 onion<span itemprop="ingredients"></span><br />Red pepper flakes, to taste<br /><span itemprop="ingredients">1/4 pound bacon (or ham, I am never exact on measurements here)</span><span itemprop="ingredients"> </span><br />
<span itemprop="ingredients">4 cups chicken broth (I used a 32 oz box vegetable broth)</span><br />Salt and pepper <br /><br />
Fold the collard leaves in half and cut out the tough stems. Stack the
leaves, roll tightly and slice into ribbons. Wash the ribbons thoroughly
and set aside to drain. Dice the onion and the garlic. <br />
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Cut the bacon into 1-inch pieces. Heat the olive oil in a large deep
pot over medium heat and add the red pepper flakes and bacon. Cook until
the fat renders out and the bacon is getting crispy. Remove the bacon
with a slotted spoon.<br />
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Add the onion and garlic and turn the heat to low. Cook them slowly
in the bacon fat, stirring frequently, until soft and golden. This
should take at least 10 minutes. Turn the heat lower if they begin to
darken.<br />
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Add the collard greens and bacon, stirring until wilted (you might have to add more in batches if they don't all fit). Pour in the broth and season with a little salt and pepper. Bring
to a low simmer, cover, and cook for as long as it takes to reach the
tenderness you prefer. This will take time, plan for at least 30 mins. Taste and season with more salt & pepper if desired.<br />
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Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-15259221622315480782015-02-28T05:43:00.001-08:002015-02-28T05:43:27.867-08:00Scalloped Potatoes and Butternut SquashI had been craving some collard greens (recipe coming next!) and was looking for something to make along side them for dinner. While I've made regular scalloped potatoes and they are freaking delicious, they are usually made packed full of heavy cream and butter so I wanted to find something a little healthier. I loved this fall spin Rachael Ray put on them by adding the butternut squash; and incorporating the sage and garlic into the sauce made them absolutely delicious. Seriously, me and Corey stood at the stove eating them straight from the pan before even making our plates. In addition I also made the sauce with 1 cup half and half and 1 cup milk, verses the 2 cups heavy cream per the recipe to make it healthier. Note: the sauce sort of separated when I made it since its not as creamy I guess, but it was still so so good. <br />
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<b>Scalloped Potatoes & Butternut Squash</b><br />
<i>via <a href="http://www.rachaelraymag.com/recipe/scalloped-potatoes--butternut-squash/">Rachael Ray</a></i><br />
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<span class="amount">2 <span class="space"> </span>
cups<span class="space"> </span></span>
<span class="name">heavy cream (I used 1 cup milk and 1 cup half & half)</span><span class="amount"><br /></span></div>
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<span class="amount">4 <span class="space"> </span>
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<span class="name">large sage sprigs</span>
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<span class="amount">3 <span class="space"> </span>
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<span class="name">cloves garlic, smashed</span><span class="amount"> </span></div>
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<span class="amount">2 <span class="space"> </span>
pounds<span class="space"> </span></span>
<span class="name">baking potatoes (about 4 large), peeled and thinly sliced</span>
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<span class="amount">1 <span class="space"> </span>
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<span class="name">butternut squash (2 lbs.), peeled and thinly sliced</span><span class="amount"> </span></div>
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<span class="amount">2 <span class="space"></span>cups<span class="space"> </span></span><span class="name">coarsely grated Gruyere (I used shredded monterey jack)</span>
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<span class="name">Salt and pepper</span> </div>
<span class="recipe-direction instruction"></span><section class="recipe-instructions"><span class="recipe-direction instruction"> </span></section><section class="recipe-instructions"><span class="recipe-direction instruction">Preheat the oven to 400 degrees . In a small
saucepan, bring the cream, sage sprigs and garlic just to a boil over
medium heat. Remove from heat; let steep.</span>
<span class="heading3"></span><span class="recipe-direction instruction"> </span></section><section class="recipe-instructions"><span class="recipe-direction instruction"> </span></section><section class="recipe-instructions"><span class="recipe-direction instruction">Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss the
potatoes and squash with 1 1/2 cups cheese, 2 tsp. salt and 1 tsp.
pepper. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Remove the sage and
garlic from the cream mixture, then pour over the vegetables. Sprinkle
with 1/2 cup cheese and more pepper.</span><span class="recipe-direction instruction"> </span></section><section class="recipe-instructions"><span class="recipe-direction instruction"> </span></section><section class="recipe-instructions"><span class="recipe-direction instruction">Bake, covered, until the edges begin to
bubble, about 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until the vegetables are tender and the top is browned,
25 to 30 minutes. Let rest for 15 minutes before serving.</span>
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<b>Feel Good Hearty Granola Bars</b><br />
<i>via <a href="http://ohsheglows.com/2014/05/20/feel-good-hearty-granola-bars/">Oh She Glows</a></i> (check out her blog!!!)<br />
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<li><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1.5 cups mashed ripe banana (about 3 medium/large bananas)</span></li>
<li><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract</span></li>
<li><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2 cups rolled oats </span></li>
<li><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">3/4 cup dried cranberries, raisins, or cherries, chopped (I haven't tried cherries yet)</span></li>
<li><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup walnuts, chopped</span></li>
<li><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup sunflower seeds</span></li>
<li><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup pepita seeds (shelled pumpkin seeds)</span></li>
<li><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup sliced almonds</span></li>
<li><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 cup hulled hemp seeds (I didn't have so used chia seeds)</span></li>
<li><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 teaspoon cinnamon</span></li>
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<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;">Preheat
the oven to 350F. Line a large rectangular baking dish
(approx. 8.5" x 12.5") with foil or parchment paper so the
bars are easier to lift out and lightly grease the foil.</span></li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;">In a large bowl, mash the banana until smooth. Stir in the vanilla.</span></li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;">Place
the rolled oats into a food processor (or blender on the lowest speed)
and pulse until the oats are coarsely chopped (but still with lots of
texture). Stir oats into the banana mixture.</span></li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;">Chop
the walnuts and dried fruit and stir these and the rest of the ingredients
into the banana-oat mixture until thoroughly combined.</span></li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;">Spoon
mixture into prepared dish. Press down until compacted and smooth out until even.</span></li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;">Bake
for 23-27 minutes until firm and lightly golden
along the edge - do not overcook! Place dish on a cooling rack for 10 minutes then
carefully slide a knife to loosen the ends and lift out. Place granola
slab on a cooling rack until completely cool.</span></li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;">Slice into bars once they are cool.</span></li>
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<br />Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-83568174878607236032015-02-26T17:01:00.001-08:002015-02-26T17:01:14.873-08:00Pumpkin CornbreadI really really love cornbread, lets just start there. I make it all the time from the little blue Jiffy brand box (especially with chili!) because the two times I've tried to make it homemade, it just wasn't good at all. This recipe on the other hand is on point! Its delicious, not the least bit dry, and has the perfect hint of pumpkin. I've made this a few times with this <a href="http://jourdanleigh.blogspot.com/2014/10/smoky-black-bean-chili.html">black bean chili</a>, but it would be perfect with any soup!<br />
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<b>Pumpkin Cornbread</b><br />
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour<br />
1/2 cup whole wheat flour<br />
1 Tablespoon baking powder<br />
1 teaspoon salt<br />
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon<br />
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg<br />
1 cup cornmeal<br />
2 large eggs<br />
1 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree (canned or freshly cooked and processed)<br />
2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed<br />
1/4 cup canola oil<br />
1 Tablespoon molasses<br />
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1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease 10-inch glass pie pan or 9-inch square baking pan.<br />
2. Sift flours, baking powder, salt and spices into a large mixing bowl. Whisk in cornmeal.<br />
3. In separate bowl, beat eggs lightly. Whisk in pumpkin, brown sugar, oil and molasses.<br />
4. Make a well in the dry mixture. Add pumpkin mixture and blend
batter with a few quick strokes (just until blended- don't over-mix).<br />
5. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 30 minutes, or until
cornbread is browned and the surface has a slightly springy feel.<br />
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Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-91642232949349477962015-02-26T16:21:00.001-08:002015-02-26T16:21:38.621-08:00Curried Lentils & Rice Bowl w Cashew Cilantro Dressing<br />
I planned to make this dinner last week, but kept putting it off for some reason. I just couldn't decide what it would turn out like and wasn't sure if we would like it. Oh man it was delicious. I think the thing with this meal is you can really have it anyway you like. We chose to make it into big spinach salads with the cashew cilantro dressing with a big ole scoop of the lentils and rice on the side of the bowl. It was nothing short of delicious!<br />
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I loved how the curry flavor wasn't overpowering at all. I replaced some of the water with a can of coconut milk and it made the rice and lentils so creamy and delicious. I also added sweet potatoes with the carrots and loved the combo. I thought the salad dressing was delicious, but a little runny for my taste so that's the only other change I made in the recipe below.<br />
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<b>Curried Lentils & Rice Bowl w Cashew Cilantro Dressing</b> <br />
<i>adapted from <a href="http://inpursuitofmore.com/2014/11/29/curried-lentils-rice-w-cashew-cilantro-dressing/">In Pursuit of More</a></i><br />
<i>**Note this makes a TON of rice & lentils in my opinion. If you are just cooking for two or don't want a ton of leftovers, half this part of the recipe. I just put our leftovers in the freezer and defrosted them to have this dinner another week! </i><br />
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**Curried Lentils & Rice:<br />
1 tbsp olive oil<br />
1 large yellow onion, chopped<br />
3 tomatoes, chopped<br />
1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated<br />
1 tbsp curry powder<br />
1 tsp cumin<br />
1 tsp salt<br />
4 cups vegetable broth, 32 oz box<br />
1 can coconut milk<br />
1 cup water<br />
2 cups brown rice<br />
1 cup green lentils<br />
1 tsp salt<br />
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Roasted Carrots/Sweet Potatoes:<br />
4 medium carrots, peeled and diced<br />
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced<br />
1 tbsp olive oil for roasting<br />
salt & pepper<br />
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Cilantro Cashew Dressing:<br />
1/2 cup water<br />
1/2 cup olive oil<br />
1/2 tsp salt<br />
1.5 cups fresh cilantro (about 1 bunch)<br />
1 fresh scallion, optional<br />
1/2 cup cider vinegar<br />
3/4 cup cashews<br />
1/2 fresh jalapeño<br />
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To Serve for each bowl:<br />
minced or sliced red onion (I omitted)<br />
fresh spinach or greens of choice<br />
1/4 cup roasted carrots/sweet potato<br />
1/4 to 1/2 avocado<br />
Cilantro Cashew Dressing to taste<br />
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To start, heat the olive oil in a large warm pot and add the chopped onion and
salt. Cook, on medium, for 8-10 minutes or until the onion becomes
translucent. Next, add the remaining dry spices and grated ginger to the
pot and cook a further 2-3 minutes, stirring regularly until the spices
become fragrant (being careful not to overcook and burn). Add
the chopped tomato and cook a further 2-3 minutes. Next, add the
lentils, brown rice, additional salt, broth, coconut milk, and
water to the pot and stir well until thoroughly mixed together. Bring
the mixture to a boil and cook, covered, on medium heat for 25-35 minutes, stirring here and there to ensure even cooking, until most of the liquid is absorbed and rice and lentils are tender. Feel free to add
additional water if the mixture becomes too dry too quickly, a little at
a time to achieve a mixture that isn’t too liquid-heavy.<br />
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While the mixture is on the stove, heat the oven to 400 degrees and
wash, peel, and dice your carrots and sweet potatoes. Toss in the olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper and roast in the oven for 25-35 minutes or so, turning them
once or twice to ensure even browning. Once ready, remove from the oven
and set aside until ready to use.<br />
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Finally, throw all of the dressing ingredients together into a blender
and blend until perfectly smooth and creamy. Set aside in a clean jar
until ready.<br />
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Serve each bowl filled how you would like. Again we filled our bowls with spinach, drizzled with the dressing, topped with carrots, sweet potatoes and avocado and a huge scoop of the rice and lentils on the side.<br />
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Oh man, this combo is delicious. If you haven't tried a "hawaiian" burger you need to make these! Bacon, pineapple, bbq, so so good. These are really fun summery burgers made on the grill and served on hawaiian buns. But, you can make them anytime of year if you want a fun meal! Just cook the burgers in a skillet.<br />
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<b>Aloha BBQ Sliders</b><br />
<i>via <a href="http://tidymom.net/2013/aloha-burger-recipe/">Tidy Mom</a></i><br />
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1-1/2 pound ground beef<br />
2/3 cups Barbecue Sauce, divided<br />
3/4 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning<br />
1 pkg (12 each) Hawaiian dinner rolls<br />
sliced Swiss cheese, around 3-4 slices<br />
1 can (8 oz each) pineapple slices, drained (reserve juice)<br />
6 slices of bacon <br />
lettuce (I skipped)<br />
cooking spray<br />
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Spray cold grate of gas grill with grilling spray. Preheat grill for medium heat. Combine
barbecue sauce with 2 tablespoons pineapple juice. Meanwhile, combine
1/3 cup of Barbeque sauce mixture to beef and steak
seasoning in large bowl. Shape mixture into 12 small patties. Grill
patties 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until cooked through (160°F).
Meanwhile, remove attached rolls from package; do NOT separate. Cut in
half horizontally. Spray cut sides with grilling spray; toast on grill. Grill pineapple slices for 1-2 minutes on each side (if desired). Separate
toasted rolls and assemble sliders; Spread remaining barbecue sauce
mixture on rolls, place a small piece of lettuce then patties on bottom
halves of rolls; top with cheese, bacon and pineapple. Close with tops
of rolls.
Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-73594896761534414722014-10-15T17:49:00.001-07:002014-10-15T17:49:20.448-07:00Southwest Goat Cheese PizzaThis was one of our favorite pizzas I've made in a long time. It was delicious! The goat cheese was awesome with the southwestern flavors of cilantro, lime, and pablanos. Such a great pizza. I used the Pioneer Woman's pizza dough because it is by far our
favorite! Its so so so easy to make if you have a stand mixer and it is
really delicious. I try to make it at least the day before because the
flavors really get better the longer it sits in the fridge (within 3-4
days).<br />
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<b>Southwest Goat Cheese Pizza</b><br />
<i>via <a href="http://www.sproutedkitchen.com/home/2013/5/23/corn-goat-cheese-pizza.html">Sprouted Kitchen</a> - (please check out her blog, its amazing!)</i><br />
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<li>1/2 cup creme fraiche, room temperature</li>
<li>sprinkle of smoked paprika</li>
<li>1 shallot, thinly sliced</li>
<li>1 roasted poblano pepper*</li>
<li>1 ear of corn, kernels removed (you can use 1/2 - 3/4 cup frozen corn)</li>
<li>1 cup crumbled goat cheese (I used a 5 oz log, crumbled)</li>
<li>1 packed cup baby arugula</li>
<li>1/2 cup cilantro</li>
<li>1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil</li>
<li>juice of half a lime</li>
<li>pinch of salt and pepper</li>
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Preheat the oven to 500'. Prepare the dough according to instructions
and set up your pizza stone or baking sheet. Collect all of your topppings together. Roll the dough out super
thin, about 1/8''.
Transfer the dough to your pan. Spread the creme fraiche across the top. Sprinkle a bit of smoked
paprika on top (chipotle powder works too if you like it spicy).
Distribute half the goat cheese, the poblanos, shallots, corn and the
rest of the goat cheese. Bake in the upper third of the oven for 12-15
minutes until the top browns in parts. Turn the oven to broil and cook
another minute. Remove the pizza to cool. In a bowl, combine the baby arugula,
cilantro, oil, lime juice, and pinch of salt and pepper. Toss gently to
coat. Top the pizza with the greens and cut as you wish.<br />
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* To roast the pepper, broil them in the oven until blackened on all sides. Remove the pepper to a bowl and cover with
plastic wrap or a towel. Allow them to steam for five minutes or until cool, this makes
the skin easier to peel. Once they are cool enough to touch, rub or peel off the
charred skin. Discard the stem and seeds and chop into small pieces.<br />
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This delicious smoky chili was a good mix up for my normal chili! It was a great vegetarian meal that was pretty darn healthy as well! We loved this and it will definitely make its way into the rotation.<br />
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<b>Smoky Black Bean Chili</b><br />
<i>slightly adapted from Rachel Ray magazine</i><br />
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1 tbsp olive oil<br />
1 large white onion, chopped<br />
3 carrots, peeled and chopped<br />
1 bell pepper<br />
1 cup frozen corn<br />
2 tomatoes chopped<br />
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped (I ended up adding a second for a spicy chili!)<br />
chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt & pepper<br />
2 cans black beans, rinsed<br />
1 quart vegetable stock/broth<br />
2 tbsp tom paste<br />
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Heat oil in large stock pot. Cook onion, carrots, and pepper until tender. Add all other ingredients and stir. At this point the chili was too thin for our tastes so I used my immersion blender to puree a little bit until it was as thick as I liked. Season with seasonings to taste. We enjoyed this with shredded cheddar, greek yogurt, and cornbread.Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-78916856954574213302014-10-09T17:37:00.001-07:002014-10-09T17:38:08.019-07:00Salmon FlorentineThis is definitely becoming a regular in our home. I've made <a href="http://jourdanleigh.blogspot.com/2011/04/spinach-feta-salmon.html">spinach and feta covered salmon</a> a few times and its great, but this was so so much better. We have been loving sun dried tomatoes lately so they were a great addition. And last minute this afternoon I thought of <a href="http://jourdanleigh.blogspot.com/2011/06/arctic-char-w-roasted-garlic-rosemary.html">this fish</a> I previously made with roasted garlic. Have you ever had roasted garlic? It is one of the simplest things to make and it adds incredible flavor. Such a delicious healthy meal that was pretty simple to make!<br />
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<b>Salmon Florentine</b><br />
<i>adapted from <a href="http://www.self.com/body/recipes/2009/11/salmon-florentine?mbid=enws_row0326">Self Magazine</a></i><br />
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1 lb fresh wild salmon<br />
about 5 oz frozen spinach, thawed<br />
1 head garlic<br />
2 oz feta cheese, crumbled <br />
5 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped<br />
salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, basil<br />
1 teaspoons panko bread crumbs, optional <br />
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Heat oven to 450. Cut the top off the garlic and wrap it in foil. Bake at 450 for 30 minutes until garlic is roasted and tender. You will be able to easily squeeze the cloves out. Lower heat to 375.<br />
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Squeeze spinach of all excess liquid and place in a bowl. Add tomatoes, feta, and roasted garlic. Season with salt & pepper, basil, and red pepper flakes and mix. Place salmon
fillet in a baking dish and carefully cover with spinach mixture patting down on salmon. Sprinkle lightly with panko. Bake until cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.<br />
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Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-61996413126225885972014-10-08T11:12:00.002-07:002014-10-08T11:14:11.714-07:00Mexican Grilled Polenta Pizza<br />
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I mean holy cow. These "pizzas" are so so good. They have that great
grilled flavor, the polenta crust is crunchy on the bottom, yet somehow
still sort of creamy inside, and the veggies - so so good! This is why I
love the blog world and making new recipes. You find something so fun
and inventive like this that I never would have thought of, yet we
absolutely loved it. If its too cold where you are to make these on the
grill, I'm positive they would be just as delicious made indoors. You
could roast the veggies or even saute them and bake the crust in the oven as well, no
problem. I am starting to think of fun winter versions of this now with colder weather veggies! <br />
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<b>Mexican Grilled Polenta Pizza</b></div>
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<i>adapted slightly via <a href="http://www.edibleperspective.com/home/2014/5/1/mexican-grilled-polenta-pizza.html">Edible Ash</a></i></div>
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1 cup polenta grits </div>
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<b>toppings:</b> red onion, red peppers, zucchini, corn, black beans, taco sauce, smashed avocado, cheddar cheese, etc.</div>
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<b>For the polenta:</b>
Bring water to boil in a large pot. Slowly stir in the polenta grits
and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and place a lid on slightly
ajar to avoid spattering. Stir frequently for 25-30 minutes [lid can be
removed once spattering stops] until the polenta is very stiff. Stir in 1
tablespoon of olive oil and the salt + pepper. Taste and add more s/p
if needed. <i>*The polenta will seem thickened around 15 minutes but
continue to cook the full time. Do not use these instructions for
quick-cook polenta.</i><br />
While cooking, line two, 8-inch round
pans with parchment [or wax paper]. Spread half of the polenta in each
pan with a silicone spatula being sure to spread evenly, firmly, and all
the way to the edge. You want the pizzas 1/8-1/4-inch thick. Place in
the fridge for at least 30 minutes until fully chilled.<br />
While chilling cook any pizza toppings and set aside until ready to use.<br />
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Preheat
your grill to 350-375* F [med/med-high]. Grease your grill grates and
evenly brush 1-2 teaspoons of oil the top of each polenta crust. Remove
from the pan and gently flip onto the grill. Peel the parchment off and
close the grill. Cook for 7-10 minutes, until grill marks appear and the
edges are golden brown. Lightly oil the other side then carefully flip
with a large metal spatula. Grill for about 4 minutes then add toppings (I spread with smashed avocado, then shredded cheese).
Close the grill and let cook for another 3-5 minutes.<br />
Carefully remove from the grill and add the remainder of the toppings (veggies and taco sauce in my case), let rest for 2-3 minutes then slice on a cutting board and serve. <br />
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<b>notes:</b>
Cooking polenta for hot breakfast cereal may only take about 5-10
minutes but when cooking to actually create polenta it takes about 30
minutes until it’s fully ready. It’s important to cook it this long so
the pizza crust holds up when grilling. Pizzas can be made 1 night ahead
and kept in the fridge overnight. Cover once cooled.<br />
<b>for the toppings:</b>
I sliced red onion, red pepper, and zucchini and tossed them in olive oil and taco seasonings. Then I cooked them on the grill using my grill basket until tender. Then I added
frozen (thawed) corn and black beans and tossed together. I set everything aside
until ready to top the pizzas.<br />
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<br />Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-30195166164529908972014-10-08T07:51:00.000-07:002014-10-08T07:51:11.118-07:00Spinach and Artichoke Spaghetti SquashThis was a really delicious spin on spaghetti squash. It basically tastes like spinach and artichoke dip baked on top of the squash in a casserole dish. Its packed with tons of great nutrition and yummy feta cheese.<br />
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<b>Spinach and Artichoke Spaghetti Squash</b><br />
<i>via <a href="http://www.tasteandtellblog.com/spinach-artichoke-spaghetti-squash-recipe/">Taste & Tell</a> blog</i><br />
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1 spaghetti squash, seeded<br />
3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil<br />
3/4 cup chopped onion<br />
salt and pepper<br />
3 cloves garlic, minced<br />
1/2 cup light sour cream<br />
3 ounces less fat cream cheese<br />
3/4 cup grated parmesan, divided<br />
3 cups packed baby spinach<br />
1 1/4 cups canned artichoke hearts, chopped<br />
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese<br />
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microwave until soft, about 10 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly,
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in a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook
until tender, 5-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then add the
garlic and cook until fragrant, about 60 seconds. Add in the sour cream,
cream cheese and half of the parmesan cheese and stir until the cream
cheese has melted and the mixture is smooth. Stir in the spinach and
artichoke hearts and cook until the spinach has wilted. Pour half of
the mixture into each spaghetti squash half and gently pull up on the
spaghetti squash strings to combine with the sauce as much as possible.
Top with the shredded mozzarella and the remaining parmesan. Place
under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and
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For the dressing:<br />
1 cup full fat canned coconut milk<br />
3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter<br />
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice<br />
1 tablespoon<strong> </strong>yellow curry powder<strong> </strong><br />
½ teaspoon kosher salt<br />
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Spring green mix<br />
1 mango, peeled and chopped<br />
½ red pepper, sliced<br />
1 avocado, sliced<br />
4 stalks green onion, chooped<br />
2/3 cup roasted unsalted cashews<br />
Fresh cilantro for serving<br />
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Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-90967399088227450402014-10-06T17:25:00.003-07:002014-10-06T17:25:53.429-07:00Salmon & Feta PocketsThese are one of our new favorite meals. I guess not very new since we have been making them all summer long. They are ridiculously easy and so so great.<br />
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<i>Summer Corn Cakes via <a href="http://www.ezrapoundcake.com/archives/12345">Ezra Pound Cake</a></i></div>
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Cut the corn from the cobs into a large bowl, and scrape the
stripped cobs with the back of the knife to release the
juices into the bowl. Place 2 cups of the corn kernels into a food processor, and pulse
several times, until the corn is slightly pureed but still chunky.
Scrape into the bowl with the remaining corn kernels. Add flour, cornmeal, onion, basil, baking powder, baking soda, salt and pepper to the corn. Stir to mix. Add the eggs, buttermilk and butter, and stir just to combine. <br />
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1 large avocado<br />
1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice<br />
1/2 cup
greek yogurt<br />
1 teaspoon hot sauce<br />
1/4 extra virgin olive oil<br />
2 garlic
cloves<br />
3/4 teaspoon salt<br />
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6 garlic cloves finely minced (or more!)<br />
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4 ounces feta, crumbled<br />
less than 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt<br />
1 tablespoons mayonnaise<br />
salt & pepper<br />
garlic powder<br />
basil<br />
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<br />Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-50522967884521464472014-07-11T18:17:00.002-07:002014-07-11T18:17:58.191-07:00Potato, Red Pepper, and Ricotta Quiche Man there is just something about quiche in our house. We just love it and can't get enough. I love making it with whatever we have on hand. But we stayed in a bed in breakfast about a year and a half ago in Bloomington, and had the most amazing quiche for breakfast in the morning and nothing has really compared since then! Here is my attempt to recreate it, and although it may not be quite the same, it turned out really amazing in our opinions! We loved the potatoes in it and the ricotta makes it so creamy. I always make two quiche, because we love having the leftovers for breakfasts and lunches and it never lasts long. <br />
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<b>Potato, Red Pepper, and Ricotta Quiche </b><br />
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2 pie crusts (I use peppridge farm refrigerated pie crusts)<br />
about 10-12 eggs<br />
about 3/4 cup milk<br />
1 cup shredded cheese<br />
12 oz ricotta cheese<br />
8 small red potatoes<br />
seasonings for potatoes: chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt & pepper<br />
1 red pepper, diced<br />
1 zucchini, diced<br />
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Start by cooking your potatoes. Wash them thoroughly and dice into bite size pieces. Add about a tablespoon olive oil to a saute pan and cook them until tender seasoning with chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, s&p to taste.<br />
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Roll out pie crusts into two pie dishes. Mix eggs, milk, and shredded cheese in a large bowl with a whisk. Evenly place potatoes, red pepper, zucchini between pie crusts. Add large spoonfuls of ricotta into pie crusts and pour eggs over everything. <br />
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<br />Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-3096475750112966912014-07-07T17:37:00.003-07:002014-07-07T17:37:39.498-07:00Roasted Cauliflower and Mushroom Carbonara<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>via <a href="http://www.closetcooking.com/2014/03/roasted-cauliflower-and-mushroom.html">Closet Cooking</a></i><br />
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1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets<br />
8 ounces mushrooms, quartered<br />
1 tablespoon olive oil<br />
salt and pepper to taste<br />
8 ounces fettuccine (or pasta of choice)<br />
4 ounces pancetta, diced or 4 ounces bacon cut into 1 inch pieces (I used 3 strips bacon)<br />
1 clove garlic, chopped<br />
2 eggs<br />
1/2 cup (2 ounces) parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated<br />
plenty of fresh cracked black pepper<br />
salt to taste<br />
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (I skipped this)<br />
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the cauliflower and mushrooms in the oil, salt and pepper, place on a
baking sheet in a single layer and roast in a preheated 400F oven until
they start to caramelize, about 20-30 minutes, mixing half way through. Start cooking the pasta as directed on the package. Cook the pancetta in a pan, pour off
all but a tablespoon of the grease from the pan, add the garlic, cook
for 30 second and turn off the heat. Mix the egg, cheese, pepper and salt and parsley in a bowl. Drain the cooked pasta reserving some of the water. Mix the pasta, egg mixture, cauliflower and mushrooms into the pan with the pancetta, adding reserved pasta water as needed. Serve immediately!<br />
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<br />Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-66100816710698897742014-07-07T17:30:00.002-07:002014-07-07T17:30:22.613-07:00Soba Noodle Bowl with Kale & Brussel SproutsAmazing. We have made this at least four times in the past month and a half. I've added in red peppers and bok choy but you can add in any veggies you have on hand. I totally recommend the bok choy, I used 4 baby ones. I just love how simple this recipe is and that you get so many good veggies in. I have no idea why my picture is rotated, or how to change it sorry!<br />
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<b>Soba Noodle Bowl with Kale & Brussel Sprouts</b><br />
via Self magazine I believe <br />
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6 oz soba (buckwheat) noodles <i>(you can use any noodles here)</i><br />
1 tbsp olive oil <i>(I used coconut oil)</i><br />
10 - 12 brussels sprouts<br />
2 cups quartered mushrooms<br />
3 stalks kale, stemmed and torn into pieces <i>(feel free to use a whole bunch though!)</i><br />
1 small zucchini, halved and sliced thin<br />
4 baby bok choy (or 1 regular sized head), sliced in bite size pieces, optional<br />
1/2 red pepper, sliced thin, optional<br />
1/4 cup soy sauce<br />
3-4 cloves garlic, minced<br />
1 tsp minced ginger (I just sprinkled in dried ginger)<br />
1 tbsp rice vinegar (or any vinegar)<br />
2 tsp agave syrup (I used honey)<br />
1 tsp sesame seeds<br />
siracha to taste, optional<br />
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Cook noodles according to package. Head a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add oil to pan and swirl to coat. Add sprouts, red pepper, and 1 tbsp water; stir-fry for 3 minutes. Add mushrooms, kale, zucchini, bok choy, and 1 tbsp water; stir-fry 3 minutes. Stir in soy sauce, garlic, ginger, vinegar, and agave. Add noodles to the pan. Cook, tossing, 2 minutes. Add in siracha to taste if desired. Top with sesame seeds and serve.<br />
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<i> </i>Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-5896848702517641232014-07-01T17:04:00.002-07:002014-07-01T17:04:26.287-07:00Roasted Vegetable Enchiladas with Quick Homemade Enchilada Sauce<br />
You have got to try this! I was really surprised how easy this homemade enchilada sauce was to make and how much of a difference it makes! I thought it had much deeper flavor and was totally worth the 10 minutes (plus I love knowing exactly what is in it!).<br />
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<b>Roasted Vegetable Enchiladas with Quick Homemade Enchilada Sauce</b><br />
<i>enchilada sauce via<a href="http://www.howsweeteats.com/2013/11/our-favorite-lightened-up-beef-enchiladas-with-10-minute-enchilada-sauce/"> How Sweet Eats</a></i><br />
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1 sweet potato, diced<br />
1 cup mushrooms, quartered<br />
1 red pepper, sliced<br />
1 pablano pepper, sliced <br />
1 small zucchini, diced<br />
1/2 red onion, sliced<br />
1 cup black beans <br />
8 corn tortillas<br />
enchilada sauce, below<br />
1-2 cups shredded cheese<br />
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Toss veggies with a bit of olive oil and salt and pepper if desired and roast for 20-25 minutes at 400 until tender, tossing once midway. Add about 1/3 cup enchilada sauce to bottom of baking dish and spread to cover bottom of pan. Divide black beans and veggies between tortillas and rolls them tightly, placing them next to each other
in the dish. When finished, cover the tortillas with the remaining
sauce and cheese. Bake for 30 minutes at 350, until the cheese is golden and
melted on top. <br />
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2 tablespoons olive oil<br />
2 tablespoons flour<br />
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken stock<br />
15 ounces tomato sauce<br />
2 tablespoons tomato paste<br />
2 tablespoons chili powder<br />
1 teaspoon cumin<br />
1 teaspoon onion powder<br />
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder<br />
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika<br />
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper<br />
1/4 teaspoon salt<br />
1/4 teaspoon pepper<br />
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the flour and cook until it is golden brown, about 2 minutes. Add the
remaining ingredients and whisk together, bringing the mixture to a
simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 more minutes before using.<br />
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Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-70287147416725550352014-07-01T16:51:00.001-07:002014-07-01T16:51:30.130-07:00Spicy Curried Tomato Lentil SoupI know its not exactly soup weather, but save this recipe in your mind for a rainy day! Or make it for lunches for the week if you'll be stuck inside your freezing air conditioned office! Its delicious, spicy, creamy, and satisfying. We had it with a big dollop of greek yogurt on top, a piece of crusty garlic bread, and a simple spinach salad.<br />
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<i>via <a href="http://heatherchristo.com/cooks/2013/01/01/spicy-tomato-lentil-soup/">Heather Christo</a></i><br />
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1 tablespoon butter<br />
½ yellow onion, diced<br />
1 clove garlic, minced<br />
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes<br />
4 cups <a href="http://www.heatherchristo.com/cooks/2010/07/18/tomato-basil-soup/">tomato soup</a> (homemade or boxed, I used a boxed from Trader Joes!)<br />
1 ½ cups cooked lentils (I used the steamed cooked lentils from Trader Joes)<br />
1 ½ cups cooked rice (I used brown rice)<br />
1 ½ tablespoons curry powder<br />
Kosher salt to taste<br />
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Sprinkle with a little kosher salt and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the tomato soup and stir to combine. Let simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes. Add the lentils and stir well. Add the cooked rice and stir well. Add the curry powder and then season with kosher salt to taste. Serve hot.</div>
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Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-47679252710323895132014-07-01T16:42:00.003-07:002014-07-01T16:42:34.210-07:00Parmesan Ricotta Lentil "Meat"ballsAlright, get ready for not the prettiest pictures I've ever taken. I hope you'll trust me when I say these were absolutely delicious, or at least follow the link to "<a href="http://www.sproutedkitchen.com/home/2011/12/29/lentil-meatballs-in-lemon-pesto.html">The Sprouted Kitchen</a>" blog and hopefully her beautiful pictures will convince you to try these. While they don't taste like meat, they do taste so indulgent with the parmesan that I didn't even miss it! I served these over spaghetti squash with marinara, topped with melted mozzarella and it was delicious!<br />
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<i>via <a href="http://www.sproutedkitchen.com/home/2011/12/29/lentil-meatballs-in-lemon-pesto.html">the Sprouted Kitchen</a></i><br />
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2 Cups Cooked Lentils <i>(I used the pre-cooked lentils sold at trader joes in the produce area)</i><br />2 Eggs, lightly beaten<br />3/4 Cup Ricotta<br />1/4 Cup Fresh Grated Parmesan Cheese<br />1 Large Clove Garlic, minced<br />1/2 tsp. Fennel Seed, crushed <i>(I skipped this)</i><br />2 Tbsp. Finely Chopped Fresh Parsley <i>(I skipped this)</i><br />Hefty Pinch of Dried or Fresh Thyme<br />1 tsp. Each Sea Salt and Pepper<br />2/3 Cup Breadcrumbs (fresh or panko, preferably)<br />
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In a food processor, pulverize the lentils into mostly mush. Put them in a large mixing bowl.<br />Add
the beaten eggs, ricotta, parmesan, garlic, fennel seed, parsley,
thyme, salt and pepper and stir to mix well. Stir in the breadcrumbs and
let the mix sit for 20 minutes (I used it right away).<br /><br />Preheat the
oven to 400'. Check the lentil mix by rolling a 1'' round ball between
your palms, it should hold together fairly well. If it seems pretty wet
and it falling apart, stir in another Tbsp. or two of breadcrumbs until
the ball with stay together.<br />
<br />Line a baking sheet with parchment
paper. Roll the mix into balls and line them up on a baking sheet (they
don't need lots of space between, they won't spread). If you like a bit
more of a crust, brush them with olive oil. <br /><br />Bake on the middle
rack for 15-20 minutes until the tops are golden brown, gently turning
the balls over halfway through baking. Remove to cool slightly. <br />
<br />Serve with your favorite noodles, on a bed of sauteed greens, or simply on their own (I served over spaghetti squash with marinara and topped with melted mozzarella, see below). <br />
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Spaghetti squash<br />
1 jar marinara<br />
about 1-2 cups shredded mozzarella (optional)<br />
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Cut spaghetti squash in half, scoop out seeds, place in baking
dish with cut side down and add about an inch of water. Cover with foil
and roast for 45-50 minutes until tender. Use a fork to pull away from
skin.<br />
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Combine squash noodles with marinara and place in baking dish. Top with desired mozzarella. Bake or broil until cheese is melted. <br />
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<br />Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-17386541010491309902014-06-18T17:38:00.001-07:002014-06-18T17:38:10.036-07:00Crispy Brussels Sprouts Tacos w/ Caramelized Shallot SalsaAfter making <a href="http://jourdanleigh.blogspot.com/2014/05/roasted-brussels-sprouts-with-bacon.html">brussels sprouts</a> for the first time, I couldn't get them out of my mind. I saw this recipe on How Sweet Easts and thought it looked really interesting. These were definitely how she described them, they seemed like more of a snack than a hearty dinner, but nonetheless they were still delicious! The sharp cheddar and tart tomatoes went perfectly with the brussels. These tacos were a really fun mix up!<br />
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<b>Crispy Brussels Sprouts Tacos w/ Caramelized Shallot Salsa</b><br />
<i>via <a href="http://www.howsweeteats.com/2014/01/brussels-sprouts-tacos-with-caramelized-shallot-salsa/">How Sweet Eats</a></i><b><br /></b><br />
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2 tablespoons olive oil<br />
1 tablespoon unsalted butter<br />
4 shallots, chopped<br />
1/2 teaspoon salt<br />
2 teaspoons brown sugar<br />
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved<br />
1/4 teaspoon black pepper<br />
1/4 cup torn fresh cilantro
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2 tablespoons olive oil<br />
1 pound brussels sprouts, stems removed and sliced<br />
1/4 teaspoon salt<br />
1/4 teaspoon pepper<br />
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika<br />
2 garlic cloves, minced<br />
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes<br />
4 ounces manchego cheese, freshly grated (I used sharp cheddar)<br />
10 4-inch flour or corn (your choice) tortillas, warmed<br />
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butter. Add the shallots with 1/4 teaspoon salt and stir to coat. Cook
the shallots, stirring every few minutes, until the slightly golden and
caramely, about 15 minutes. Stir in the brown sugar and cook for another
10 minutes. If at any time, the shallots seem to be burning or crisping
up, reduce the heat. While the shallots are caramelizing, toss the tomatoes with the
remaining tablespoon of olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and pepper.
Stick them in the oven and roast for 15 to 20 minutes, until they just
begin to burst. Combine the tomatoes, shallots and cilantro in a bowl. Mix and mash
it together with a fork. Taste and season additionally with salt and
pepper if needed.
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While the shallots and tomatoes are cooking, heat a large skillet over
medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Add the brussels with the salt
and pepper, tossing to coat. Cook until slightly soft and the sprouts
begin to crisp, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally and flipping the
sprouts. Stir in the smoked paprika, garlic and red pepper flakes and
cook for 30 seconds. Turn off the heat.<br />
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To serve the tacos, warm the tortillas and fill them with the
brussels sprouts. Add some grated manchego on top and a few spoonfuls of
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<br />Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-27772123140462879252014-06-18T17:06:00.000-07:002014-06-18T17:06:13.839-07:00Butternut Squash & Kale Gnocchi Gratin with RicottaThis was just plain delicious. It felt so decadent without being super heavy, and it is healthy! I served it with parmesan tomatoes (new to us and not our favorite) and asparagus. Definitely making this one again!<br />
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<b>Butternut Squash & Kale Gnocchi Gratin with Ricotta</b><br />
<i>adapted from <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/blog/2013/12/butternut-squash-gnocchi-gratin-recipe/">Craftsy</a></i><br />
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Gnocchi (I used a tri-color, potato, spinach, and tomato)<br />
16 oz cubed butternut squash<br />
2/3 cup milk<br />
1/2 teaspoon all-purpose flour<br />
1/2 teaspoon salt<br />
1/4 teaspoon black pepper<br />
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg<br />
1 bunch kale, trimmed and cut into 1-inch ribbons<br />
1/2 cup whole-milk ricotta<br />
1 cup grated Gruyère (I used white cheddar)<br />
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Preheat oven to 425. Toss squash in a drizzle of olive oil and roast for 20-25 minutes, until tender. Cook gnocchi according to package directions until it floats to the surface. Drain well. Whisk together milk, flour, salt, pepper and nutmeg in a
12-inch ovenproof skillet, then bring to a boil over moderate heat,
whisking. Add kale and cook until bright green, 2 to 4 minutes.
Remove from heat, then stir in gnocchi. Spoon ricotta over gnocchi in
large dollops and cover with Gruyère. Broil 4 to 6 inches from heat until cheese is browned and
bubbling in spots, about 4 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings as
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<br />Jourdanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12310576518971500092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7026423274105645659.post-38140947197709889712014-06-18T11:39:00.003-07:002014-06-18T11:39:45.636-07:00Crock Pot Vegetable GumboI would call this more of a vegetarian red beans and rice more than a gumbo, but it was delicious! It reminds me a lot of our friend Joe's delicious red beans and rice, but packed full of good veggies and so easy to prepare.<br />
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<span id="goog_594591888"><i>via <a href="https://secure.bhg.com/common/profile/regStep1.jsp?regSource=1177&returnURL=http://www.bhg.com/recipe/soups/cajun-seasoned-vegetarian-gumbo/">Better homes and gardens</a></i></span><br />
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<span id="goog_594591888">2 cans kidney beans</span><br />
<span id="goog_594591888">2 cans fire roasted tomatoes</span><br />
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<span id="goog_594591888">1 large onion</span><br />
<span id="goog_594591888">2 cups frozen okra</span><br />
<span id="goog_594591888">1 tablespoon cajun seasoning</span><br />
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We had never tried spaghetti squash until recently and I have to be honest, I was sort of dreading it. We recently watched a documentary called Forks over Knives which is based on the benefits of a plant based diet. While we are not becoming vegans, it has just made us more aware of our choices and really helping to make vegetables the focus of more of our meals versus meat.<br />
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I was pleasantly surprised with spaghetti squash! I really truly love it and can use it as a substitute spaghetti and not be the least bit sad. We've made a few other recipes using it since, and I'm looking forward to sharing them here as well.<br />
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<b>Eggplant Parmesan over Spaghetti Squash</b><br />
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<i>eggplant via Rachael Ray, squash via paleo cookbook</i><br />
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1 spaghetti squash<br />
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1 large eggplant<br />
1 egg<br />
1 tablespoon water<br />
1/2 cup flour<br />
1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs<br />
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24 oz marinara sauce<br />
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese<br />
shaved parmesan, optional <br />
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Cut spaghetti squash in half, scoop out seeds, place in baking
dish with cut side down and add about an inch of water. Cover with foil
and roast for 45-50 minutes until tender. Use a fork to pull away from
skin. <br />
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Slice eggplant in 1/4 inch slices. In three shallow bowls, place flour, egg + water, and breadcrumbs. Dredge each slice of eggplant in flour, egg, and then breadcrumbs.
Place on baking sheet (I put them on a wire cooling rack onto of a
baking sheet so they could get a little crispier), bake at 450 for 10
min, flip, then 10 more minutes. Place in casserole dish, top with
marinara & a little mozzarella bake for 15-20 mins at 350 until cheese
melts.<br />
Serve eggplant over spaghetti squash and enjoy!<br />
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