Entries by Meredith Lehman

Spinach, Beef and Egg Hash

Spinach, Beef and Egg Hash 1 1⁄2 lb. fresh spinach (to yield 3⁄4 lb.) 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 yellow onion, peeled and chopped 1⁄2 lb. ground chuck 3 eggs, beaten Grated parmigiano-reggiano Salt and freshly ground black pepper Trim spinach, wash in several changes of water, then blanch in a pot of boiling […]

Blueberry or Raspberry Crumb Bars

Blueberry or Raspberry Crumb Bars   1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 3 cups (390 grams) all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt Zest of one lemon 1 cup (8 ounces or 225 grams) cold unsalted butter, cut into chunks 1 large egg Juice of 1 lemon 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar […]

Peach and Blueberry Greek Yogurt Cake

  Peach and Blueberry Greek Yogurt Cake 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 stick butter, softened 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 2 peaches, sliced into wedges 6 oz blueberries 1 teaspoon granulated sugar Preheat oven to 350°F with rack […]

Grilled Skirt Steak and Peaches

Grilled Skirt Steak and Peaches 2 garlic cloves 1 small bay leaf 1 small shallot 1 jalapeño, halved and seeded Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon chopped thyme 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon canola oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 pounds skirt steak, cut into […]

Garlic Parmesan Yellow Squash Chips

Garlic Parmesan Yellow Squash Chips 2-4 yellow squash (small to medium), sliced into 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch rounds 3 tablespoons olive oil salt and fresh ground pepper , to taste 1 cup panko crumbs 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon garlic powder cooking spray (I use Organic Olive Oil by Pam) […]

Stuffed Zucchini with Tomatoes and Mozzarella

Stuffed Zucchini with Tomatoes and Mozzarella Olive oil, for brushing baking sheet 2 medium zucchini Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 plum tomatoes, halved, seeded, and diced small 1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves 1/4 teaspoon white vinegar 5 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn into 1-inch pieces Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Brush a rimmed baking […]

Roasted Green Cabbage Wedges with Olive Oil and Lemon

Roasted Green Cabbage Wedges  with Olive Oil and Lemon 1 small head green cabbage (about 2 1/2 pounds), cut into 8 wedges, core intact 1/2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 1 lemon, cut into wedges Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Arrange cabbage on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush both sides […]

Tuscan Kale with White Beans

Tuscan Kale with White Beans 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 bay leaf 2 cloves garlic, smashed and roughly chopped 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 1/2 pounds kale, rinsed and cut into 1-inch slices crosswise 1 small red onion, sliced 1 lemon, juiced 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 15-ounce cans Cannellini Beans […]

Apple, Quinoa and Kale Salad with Feta

Apple, Quinoa and Kale Salad with Feta 1 Apple, large 1 clove Garlic 6 cups Kale 1/4 cup Pomegranate 2 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tbsp Maple syrup 1/3 cup Quinoa 1/2 tsp Curry powder 1 Salt and pepper 2 tbsp Cider vinegar 2 tbsp Olive oil 1/4 cup Walnuts 1/4 cup Feta 1/2 cup Water […]

Skirt Steak BLT with Basil Mayonnaise and Butter Lettuce

Skirt Steak BLT with Basil Mayonnaise and Butter Lettuce 2 pound Skirt Steak Extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly Ground Black Pepper 1 Loaf of country style bread, thick cut slices toasted on a sheet tray 1 Head of Bibb lettuce, separated leaves 3 medium vine-ripened tomatoes, thick-cut slices 8 Strips of bacon, fried until […]

Gold Beet and Cilantro Slaw

Gold Beet and Cilantro Slaw 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar 1 teaspoon orange zest 1 tablespoon orange juice 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 pounds golden beets, peeled and cut into matchsticks 3 scallions, sliced 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro Whisk together oil, vinegar, zest, orange juice, […]

Beet Greens with Bacon

Beet Greens with Bacon 3 beets 4 slices bacon, chopped Onions Green (Scallions)/ Spring Coarse salt and ground pepper Cut greens off beets; discard stems and chop leaves. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium until golden brown, 6 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a plate; pour off all but 1 teaspoon […]