Makes 8 servings Ingredients 1/2 pound orzo 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste 1/4 cup olive oil 1 red onion, diced 1 red pepper, diced 1 green pepper, diced 1 fennel bulb, finely diced 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped 1 tablespoon thyme, chopped 1/2 cup tomato juice 1/4 cup parsley, chopped […]
Rice Pilaf
Makes 10 servings Ingredients 2 cups long-grain white rice 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or vegetable oil 1 cup minced onion 4 cups chicken stock, hot 1 bay leaf 2 thyme sprigs Kosher salt, as needed Freshly ground black pepper, as needed Directions Preheat the oven to 350°F. Rinse the rice […]
Risotto ai Trutti di Mare (Risotto With Seafood)
Serves 6 Ingredients 2 quarts shellfish broth 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, divided 3/4 cup minced yellow onion 1 lb (2 2/3 cups) Carnaroli rice 2 lb mixed seafood, such as mussels, shrimp, scallops, and squid 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley 2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (optional) 1 tablespoon brandy […]
Roasted Chicken With Pan Gravy
Makes 4 servings Ingredients One 3- to 3 1/2-lb roasting chicken Kosher salt, as needed Freshly ground black pepper, as needed 2 sprigs thyme 2 sprigs rosemary 1/4 cup vegetable oil or butter, melted (optional) 1/2 cup medium-dice yellow onion 1/4 cup medium-dice carrot 1/4 cup medium-dice celery 1 tablespoon […]
Roasted Leg of Pork with Christmas Farofa (Pernil de Porco Assado com Farofa Natalina)
Farofa Natalina Directions:
Sautéed Squid & Steamed Mussels With Cannellini Beans, Spinach & Pancetta
Makes 4 servings
Shrimp & Chicken Jambalaya
Makes 6 to 8 servings Ingredients 3 tablespoon canola oil 1 lb 8 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts, thighs, or a combination, cubed Kosher salt, as needed Freshly ground black pepper, as needed 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced 1/2-inch thick 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 green bell peppers, diced […]
Spinach & Cheddar Frittata
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, cut into small dice 1 potato, cut into medium dice and boiled until tender 6 cups spinach 6 eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup whole milk 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar (optional) […]
Spinach and Feta Quiche
Makes one 9-inch quiche This spanakopita-inspired quiche has the traditional flavors of spinach, onion, and feta baked in kataifi, a grated buttery phyllo crust. This product is available in specialty food stores in the frozen food aisle.
Stewed Portuguese White Beans, Chard, and Chorizo with Poached Eggs
Makes 8 servings
Sweet Potato and Peanut Soup
Makes 8 servings The whipped cream garnish is by no means mandatory, but it’s pretty tasty. You can use your blender or even hand whip the ingredients. For a vegetarian soup, use vegetable broth in place of the chicken broth.
Tahini & Tuna–Stuffed Tomatoes
Makes 8 servings Ingredients One 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed. 1/3 cup tahini 1 garlic clove, minced 2 green onions, chopped 3 tablespoons minced cilantro 1/4 cup water 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin Two 5-ounce cans tuna packed in water, drained 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice […]