Cucumber Feta Toasts

Cucumber Feta Toasts INGREDIENTS 1/2 baguette 2 teaspoons plus 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 ounces feta 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced crosswise DIRECTIONS Preheat…

Cucumber and Avocado Salad

Cucumber and Avocado Salad INGREDIENTS 2 long seedless cucumbers 1 haas avocado 1 small or 1/2 large sweet onion 2 tsp. guacamole powder (such as Lawry’s) DIRECTIONS Cucumber: cut lengthwise twice (making it into quarters),…

Mashed Potatoes and Broccoli

Mashed Potatoes and Broccoli INGREDIENTS 1/2 bunch broccoli, finely chopped (3 cups) 1 pound gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1⁄2-inch pieces 1/4 cup sour cream 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened kosher salt and ground…

Chimichurri

Chimichurri INGREDIENTS 1 cup firmly packed fresh flat-leaf parsley, trimmed of thick stems 3-4 garlic cloves 2 Tbsps. fresh oregano leaves (can sub 2 teaspoons dried oregano) 1/2 cup olive oil 2 Tbsp. red or white wine vinegar 1…

Roasted Carrots with Cumin

Roasted Carrots with Cumin INGREDIENTS 1 to 1 1/2 pounds carrots, cut into sticks 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons cumin seeds Salt and freshly ground black pepper DIRECTIONS Heat the oven to 425°F. Put the…

Mustard Roasted Potatoes

Mustard Roasted Potatoes INGREDIENTS 2 1/2 pounds gold or red potatoes 2 yellow onions 3 tablespoons good olive oil 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard Kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup chopped fresh…

Mini Chicken and Broccoli Pot Pies

Mini Chicken and Broccoli Pot Pies INGREDIENTS   Pot Pie Filling: 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…

Roasted Delicata Squashes and Apples

Roasted Delicata Squashes and Apples INGREDIENTS 2 delicata squashes (1 1/2 pounds total), cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices, seeds removed 4-5 apples (1 1/2 pounds), cored and cut into quarters 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4…

Parsley Salsa Verde with Grilled Cod

Parsley Salsa Verde with Grilled Cod INGREDIENTS For the Salsa Verde: 1 to 2 garlic cloves (to taste), halved, green shoots removed Salt to taste 1 anchovy fillet, rinsed (optional) 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and chopped 1/4…

Chopped Salad

Chopped Salad INGREDIENTS 1 small head fresh lettuce or cabbage, trimmed and shredded Coarse salt 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into matchsticks 1 small onion, or a couple of shallots, peeled and sliced thin 1 medium or 2 small…

Curried Broccoli Couscous

Curried Broccoli Couscous INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 bunch broccoli, finely chopped (1 1⁄2 cups) 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed 1/3 cup golden raisins Kosher salt 3⁄4 cup couscous DIRECTIONS In…

Old Time Beef Stew

Old Time Beef Stew INGREDIENTS 2 pounds stew beef 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 cups water 1 cup red wine 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 3 clove garlic, peeled and minced 3 bay leaves 1 and 1/2 medium onions, sliced 2…