Open Face Eggplant Sandwich

Open Face Eggplant Sandwich Eight 1/2-inch-thick slices of peasant bread Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing One 1 1/4-pound eggplant, sliced crosswise 1 inch thick Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 plum tomatoes, sliced crosswise…

Mexican Street Corn (Elotes)

Mexican Street Corn (Elotes) 4 ears corn 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 1/2 cups sour cream 1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro leaves 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan 1 lime, juiced Red chili powder, to taste 2 limes cut into wedges, for…

Cabbage and Bell Pepper Slaw

Cabbage and Bell Pepper Slaw 1⁄2 cup sugar 1⁄2 cup white vinegar 1⁄4 cup vegetable oil 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste) 7 cups green cabbage, shredded (1 medium cabbage) 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and thinly…

Baked Eggplant and Goat Cheese Stacks

Baked Eggplant and Goat Cheese Stacks 1 eggplant, about 1 pound, peeled 1 cup panko bread crumbs ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan 2 large eggs ½ cup all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 small log goat cheese, sliced 10…

Peach and Blueberry Crumble

Peach and Blueberry Crumble For the fruit: 1.5 pounds firm, ripe peaches (5 to 6 peaches) 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup fresh…

Blueberry Muffins

Blueberry Muffins 1 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour 3⁄4 cup white sugar 1⁄2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 1⁄3 cup vegetable oil 1 egg 1⁄3 cup milk cup fresh blueberries 1⁄2 cup white sugar 1⁄3 cup all-purpose…

Oven Baked Parmesan Green Beans

Oven Baked Parmesan Green Beans 1 pound fresh green beans, washed and trimmed 3 tablespoons olive oil ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper ½ teaspoon paprika Preheat the oven…

Garlic and Olive Oil Sautéed Green Beans

Garlic and Olive Oil Sautéed Green Beans 1 pound green beans, ends popped or chopped off 2 tsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced salt & pepper Prepare green beans and bring a pot of water to a boil. Allow green beans to boil…

Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers

Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers 1 medium onion, finely chopped (1 cup) 2 Tbs. olive oil 2 ribs celery, finely chopped (½ cup) 1 Tbs. ground cumin 2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.) 1 10-oz. pkg. baby spinach 2 15-oz. cans diced tomatoes,…

Fried Brown Rice with Scallions and Eggs

Fried Brown Rice with Scallions and Eggs 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 small yellow onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice 6 scallions, white and green parts separated, both parts thinly sliced 2…

Mini Chicken and Broccoli Pot Pies

Mini Chicken and Broccoli Pot Pies 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3/4 cup whole milk, at room temperature 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup…

Mac and Cheddar Cheese with Chicken and Broccoli

Mac and Cheddar Cheese with Chicken and Broccoli 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan 1 pound chicken breast tenders, chopped Salt and pepper 1 small onion, chopped 1 pound macaroni elbows or corkscrew shaped…