diff --git a/content/cheddar-crusted-chicken.md b/content/cheddar-crusted-chicken.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..7b27c8d --- /dev/null +++ b/content/cheddar-crusted-chicken.md @@ -0,0 +1,27 @@ +--- +title: Cheddar-Crusted Chicken +tags: ['chicken'] +date: 2022-08-09 +author: joel-maxuel +--- + +Suggested sides: Roasted green beans as well as sweet potatoes mashed with sour cream and butter + +- ⏲️ Prep time: 10 min +- 🍳 Cook time: 20 min +- 🍽️ Servings: 2 + +## Ingredients + +- 2 Chicken Breasts +- 2 Tbsp Mayonnaise +- 1/4 cup Panko Breadcrumbs +- 1/4 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded +- 1 Tbsp Smoked Paprika-Garlic Blend + +## Directions + +1. Combine panko, cheese, and smoked paprika-garlic blend in a shallow dish. Preheat oven to 425F. +2. Pat chicken dry with paper towel. Carefully slice into the centre of each chicken breast lengthwise and parallel to the cutting board - leaving 1/2 inch intact on the other end. Open up chicken like a book, and season both sides with salt and pepper. +3. Coat one side of each chicken breast with mayo. Firmly press mayo-coated side into panko mixture to adhere, one at a time. +4. Transfer chicken to a parchment-lined baking sheet, coated-side up. Bake chicken on the middle oven rack until cooked through (18-20 mins). diff --git a/content/colcannon-bake.md b/content/colcannon-bake.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..011a4d5 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/colcannon-bake.md @@ -0,0 +1,31 @@ +--- +title: Colcannon Bake +tags: ['cheesefare', 'potato', 'irish'] +date: 2022-08-09 +author: joel-maxuel +--- + +- ⏲️ Prep time: 20 min +- 🍳 Cook time: 70 min +- 🍽️ Servings: 6 + +## Ingredients + +- 3 Potatoes, peeled and quartered +- 7 Tbsp Butter, cut into small chunks +- 1/2 cup Sour Cream +- 1 Egg +- 1 Tbsp Milk +- 3 cup Cabbage, shredded +- 2 Leeks, chopped +- 1 small Onion, chopped +- 2 cubes Chicken Bouillon +- 1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded + +## Directions + +1. Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two. Season the potatoes with salt, and mash with 6 Tbsp of the butter, the sour cream, egg, and milk. +2. Preheat oven to 350F. Grease a 2-quart casserole dish. +3. Heat the remaining butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the cabbage, leeks, and onion until the cabbage is tender and the onion is translucent (10 mins). +4. Crush the bouillon cubes into the cabbage mixture, and stir to blend and dissolve the cubes. Stir the cabbage mixture into the potato mixture until thoroughly mixed, and spoon into the prepared casserole dish. +5. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, top with cheddar cheese, and return to oven until the cheese melts (10 mins). diff --git a/content/easy-chicken-and-rice-casserole.md b/content/easy-chicken-and-rice-casserole.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..6e17e06 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/easy-chicken-and-rice-casserole.md @@ -0,0 +1,28 @@ +--- +title: Easy Chicken and Rice Casserole +tags: ['chicken', 'quick', 'easy'] +date: 2022-08-09 +author: joel-maxuel +--- + +- ⏲️ Prep time: 5 min +- 🍳 Cook time: 40 min +- 🍽️ Servings: 4 + +## Ingredients + +- 1/2 cup Onion, chopped +- 1/2 cup Celery, chopped +- 2 Tbsp Butter or margarine +- 2 cups Chicken, cooked and chopped +- 1 3/4 cups Hot water +- 2/3 cup Long Grain White Rice +- 1 can (10 oz) Mushrooms with liquid +- 1 cup Frozen Peas and Carrots +- 1 tsp Dried Thyme and Rosemary + +## Directions + +1. In large fry pan, cook onion and celery in butter until soft. +2. Stir in remaining ingredients. +3. Bake in covered 8 cup baking dish in preheated (350F) oven for about 30 minutes or until rice is cooked. diff --git a/content/fall-vegetable-and-chickpea-curry.md b/content/fall-vegetable-and-chickpea-curry.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..3169a01 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/fall-vegetable-and-chickpea-curry.md @@ -0,0 +1,34 @@ +--- +title: Fall Vegetable and Chickpea Curry +tags: ['fasting', 'curry'] +date: 2022-08-09 +author: joel-maxuel +--- + +Can be served over rice or on its own with a dollop of yogurt. + +- ⏲️ Prep time: 15 min +- 🍳 Cook time: 25 min +- 🍽️ Servings: 4 + +## Ingredients + +- 1 Tbsp Butter +- 1 Onion, chopped +- 2 Tbsp Thai Red Curry Paste +- 1 Tbsp Ginger, minced +- 1 large Sweet Potato, peeled and cut into half-inch chunks +- 1 small Zucchini, cut into half-inch chunks +- 1 Red Pepper, cut into half-inch pieces +- 28 oz can Chickpeas, rinsed and drained +- 1 Lime +- 3 Tbsp Wheat Flour +- 1 1/2 cup Milk +- 1/2 cup Fresh Coriander, chopped + +## Directions + +1. In a large non-stick frying pan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Cook onion, stirring (2 mins). Add curry paste and ginger. Cook, stirring (1 min). +2. Add sweet potato, zucchini, red pepper, salt, and half a cup of water. Stir. Cook covered, stirring occasionally until vegetables soften (10 mins). Add chickpeas and finely grated zest and juice from lime. Stir frequently until vegetables are tender and liquid has evaporated (5 mins). +3. Whisk flour into milk. Gradually stir into pan. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium heat for a simmer, stirring occasionally (5 mins). +4. Stir in coriander and salt if needed. diff --git a/content/ham-and-lentil-soup.md b/content/ham-and-lentil-soup.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..f106286 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/ham-and-lentil-soup.md @@ -0,0 +1,27 @@ +--- +title: Ham and Lentil Soup +tags: ['pork', 'soup', 'easy'] +date: 2022-08-09 +author: joel-maxuel +--- + +For more flavour, boil down a soup bone and use the broth when filling the crock pot. + +- ⏲️ Prep time: 5 min +- 🍳 Cook time: 8 hour +- 🍽️ Servings: 6 + +## Ingredients + +- 2 cup Lentils +- 1/2 lb Ham, diced +- 1 Onion, chopped +- 1 Bay leaf +- 2 ribs Celery, chopped +- 1 clove Garlic, minced + +## Directions + +1. Combine all ingredients with 2 quarts water in the Crock Pot. +2. Cook on low, covered, 8 to 10 hours. +3. Adjust seasonings and serve. diff --git a/content/newfoundland-cod-chowder.md b/content/newfoundland-cod-chowder.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..1f29f79 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/newfoundland-cod-chowder.md @@ -0,0 +1,29 @@ +--- +title: Newfoundland Cod Chowder +tags: ['fish', 'soup', 'seafood'] +date: 2022-08-09 +author: joel-maxuel +--- + +- ⏲️ Prep time: 10 min +- 🍳 Cook time: 30 min +- 🍽️ Servings: 8 + +## Ingredients + +- 4 Slices Bacon +- 2 Onions, sliced +- 1 tsp Savoury +- 6 Potatoes, peeled and cubed +- 3 Carrots, sliced +- 1 1/2 lbs Cod Fillets +- 1 can Evaporated Milk +- 2 Tbsp Fresh Parsley or Chives, chopped + +## Directions + +1. In a large, heavy saucepan, cook bacon over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes or until crisp. Chop coarsely and set aside. +2. Drain off all but 1 tbsp. fat from saucepan. Add onions and savoury. Cook, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes or until softened. +3. Add potatoes, carrots, water and salt. Bring to boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until tender +4. Cut cod into 1-inch chunks. Add to vegetables and simmer for about 5 minutes or until fish flakes easily +5. Add milk and white pepper, heat through. Garnish with bacon and parsley. diff --git a/content/panang-style-beef-curry.md b/content/panang-style-beef-curry.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..a4d9181 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/panang-style-beef-curry.md @@ -0,0 +1,35 @@ +--- +title: Panang-Style Beef Curry +tags: ['beef', 'curry', 'thai'] +date: 2022-08-09 +author: joel-maxuel +--- + +- ⏲️ Prep time: 10 min +- 🍳 Cook time: 315 min +- 🍽️ Servings: 4 + +## Ingredients + +- 1/2 lb Ground Beef +- 1 can (400mL) Coconut Milk +- 1 Red Chili Pepper +- 1/2 cup Red Curry Paste +- 4 tsp Peanut Butter +- 3/4 cup Jasmine Rice +- 2 Tbsp Cilantro +- 1 Sweet Bell Pepper +- 1/2 Onion (2 oz), chopped +- 1 Tbsp Garlic Puree +- 1 oz Peanuts, chopped +- 1/2 Tbsp Soy Sauce +- 2 Tbsp Mild Curry Paste + +## Directions + +1. Start rice. While water comes to a boil, core and cut pepper into 1/2 inch pieces. Roughly chop cilantro. Finely chop the chili pepper - remove seeds for less heat. +2. Add rice to boiling water. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until rice is tender and absorbed, about 12-14 minutes. Remove from heat and keep covered. +3. While rice cooks, heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add a tablespoon of oil, then the beef and garlic puree. Cook, breaking up beef into smaller pieces, until no pink remains (4-5 mins). +4. Add peppers and onions to the pan with beef. Cook, stirring occasionally until softened (2-3 mins). Add mild curry paste, red curry base, soy sauce, peanut butter, and the minced chili pepper. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant (1 min). +5. Add coconut milk to the pan. Cook, stirring often, until curry thickens slightly (2-3 mins). +6. Fluff rice with a fork. Add half the cilantro and season, then stir to combine. Divide rice between plates and top with beef curry. Sprinkle peanuts and remaining cilantro over top. diff --git a/content/perfect-potato-salad.md b/content/perfect-potato-salad.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..bffd3dd --- /dev/null +++ b/content/perfect-potato-salad.md @@ -0,0 +1,28 @@ +--- +title: Perfect Potato Salad +tags: ['potato', 'salad', 'american'] +date: 2022-08-09 +author: joel-maxuel +--- + +- ⏲️ Prep time: 15 min +- 🍳 Cook time: 5 min +- 🍽️ Servings: 8 + +## Ingredients + +- 5 Potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-size chunks (about 2 lbs) +- 1 cup Plain Yogurt +- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise +- 1 Tbsp Prepared Horseradish +- 4 Radishes, thinly sliced +- 2 stalks Celery, diced +- 2 large Green Onions, thinly sliced +- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped +- 1/4 cup Fresh Dill, chopped + +## Directions + +1. Place potatoes in a pot and just cover with water. Partially lid and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer partially covered just until potatoes are tender (5 mins). Don't overcook. Drain well. +2. Meanwhile in a large bowl, stir yogurt with mayonnaise, horseradish, salt, and pepper. Stir in radishes, celery, green onions, parsley, and dill until mixed. +3. Add warm potatoes and stir to combine. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired. diff --git a/content/turkish-red-lentil-soup.md b/content/turkish-red-lentil-soup.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..61853d7 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/turkish-red-lentil-soup.md @@ -0,0 +1,38 @@ +--- +title: Turkish Red Lentil Soup +tags: ['lentil', 'soup', 'turkish'] +date: 2022-08-09 +author: joel-maxuel +--- + +Serve with a squeeze of lemon and alongside turmeric flatbread. + +- ⏲️ Prep time: 10 min +- 🍳 Cook time: 30 min +- 🍽️ Servings: 6 + +## Ingredients + +- 1 cup Red Lentils +- 5 Tbsp Olive Oil +- 1 Tbsp Paprika +- 1/2 Tbsp Red Paper Flakes +- 1 large Onion, finely diced +- 1 large Carrot, diced +- 4 tsp Tomato Paste +- 2 tsp Cumin +- 1/2 tsp Dried Mint +- 1/2 tsp Thyme or Oregano +- 4 cup Vegetable Broth +- 4 cup Water + +## Directions + +1. Reserve half the paprika and red pepper flakes, set aside. +2. Pick through lentils for any foreign debris, rinse two or three times, drain and set aside. +3. In a large pot over medium-high heat, saute 2 Tbsp of the olive oil and and onion with a pinch of salt for 3 minutes. Add the carrots and saute for another 3 minutes. +4. Add the tomato paste and stir it around for 1 minute. Add cumin, mint, thyme, and the paprika/pepper flakes not reserved - and saute for 10 seconds to bloom the spices. Immediately add the lentils, water, broth, and salt. Bring the soup to a boil. +5. Once boiling, reduce heat to a medium, cover the pot halfway, and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the lentils have fallen apart and the carrots are fully softened. +6. Meanwhile, heat the remaining olive oil in a small sauce pan over medium heat, and swirl in the reserved paprika and red pepper flakes. The moment you see the paprika start to bubble, remove the pan from the heat. +7. Blend the soup to reach the desired consistency. Taste for seasoning. +8. Divide soup into bowls and drizzle the paprika oil on top of each serving. diff --git a/content/turkish-style-spiced-chicken.md b/content/turkish-style-spiced-chicken.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..819ce65 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/turkish-style-spiced-chicken.md @@ -0,0 +1,34 @@ +--- +title: Turkish-Style Spiced Chicken +tags: ['chicken', 'turkish'] +date: 2022-08-09 +author: joel-maxuel +--- + +- ⏲️ Prep time: 10 min +- 🍳 Cook time: 30 min +- 🍽️ Servings: 4 + +## Ingredients + +- 2 Chicken Breasts +- 1 Tbsp Turkish Spice Blend +- 1 oz Almonds, sliced +- 3/4 cup Basmati Rice +- 12 oz Sweet Potato +- 2 oz Onion, chopped +- 100 mL Greek Yogurt +- 2 Tbsp Parsley +- 1 Lemon +- 1/2 tsp Garlic Salt +- 1 1/2 cup Chicken Broth +- 1 tsp Sugar + +## Directions + +1. Cut sweet potatoes into 1/2 inch pieces. Combine and toss sweet potatoes, half the onions, half the garlic salt, and a tablespoon of oil. Lay to a baking sheet and roast on the middle rack of the oven, stirring halfway through until golden brown (12-22 mins). +2. While sweet potatoes roast, heat a medium pot over medium-high heat. When hot, add a tablespoon of oil and remaining onions. Cook, stirring often until fragrant (1 min). Add chicken broth and rice, cover, and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and leave covered until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed (12-14 mins). Remove pot from heat, still covered. +3. While rice cooks, heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat. When hot, add almonds to the dry pan. Toast, stirring occasionally until golden brown (2-3 mins). When almonds are done, transfer to a plate and set aside. +4. While almonds toast, pat chicken dry with paper towel. Sprinkle with Turkish Spice blend and the remaining garlic salt. Season with pepper. With the pan used in the last step, increase heat to medium-high. Add a tablespoon of oil and the chicken. Pan-fry until golden brown (1-2 min per side). Transfer chicken to another baking sheet. Roast on the top rack of the oven until chicken is cooked through (10-12 mins). +5. While chicken roasts, zest and juice half the lemon. Cut remaining lemon into wedges. Roughly chop parsley. Add yogurt, half the parsley, sugar, lemon zest and juice to a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and whisk to combine. +6. Fluff rice with a fork, then stir in almonds and remaining parsley. Slice chicken. Divide rice between plates, then top with sweet potatoes and chicken. Spoon yogurt sauce over top. Squeeze over a lemon wedge, as desired. diff --git a/content/turmeric-flatbread.md b/content/turmeric-flatbread.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..1549320 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/turmeric-flatbread.md @@ -0,0 +1,28 @@ +--- +title: Turmeric Flatbread +tags: ['bread', 'turkish'] +date: 2022-08-09 +author: joel-maxuel +--- + +A great companion to Turkish Red Lentil Soup. + +- ⏲️ Prep time: 20 min +- 🍳 Cook time: 10 min +- 🍽️ Servings: 4 + +## Ingredients + +- 1 cup Wheat Flour (white or whole) +- 1/2 Tbsp Ground Turmeric +- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt +- 1/4 tsp Baking Powder +- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil + +## Directions + +1. Combine flour, turmeric, salt and baking powder. +2. Stir in 1/3 cup water and the olive oil. +3. Knead until smooth (1-2 min). Cover and set aside 15 minutes. +4. Cut the dough into 4 pieces; flatten each into a 6-inch round. +5. Cook one at a time in an oiled skillet over medium-high heat, flip when browned (2 mins). diff --git a/content/winter-risotto.md b/content/winter-risotto.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..e41713b --- /dev/null +++ b/content/winter-risotto.md @@ -0,0 +1,33 @@ +--- +title: Winter Risotto +tags: ['mushrooms', 'rice', 'italian'] +date: 2022-08-09 +author: joel-maxuel +--- + +- ⏲️ Prep time: 15 min +- 🍳 Cook time: 40 min +- 🍽️ Servings: 4 + +## Ingredients + +- 3/4 cup Arborio Rice +- 1 cup Baby Spinach +- 2 Garlic Cloves +- 4 1/2 cup Vegetable Broth +- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, shredded +- 1/2 lb Baby Tomatoes +- 1 Tbsp White Wine Vinegar +- 1/4 cup Walnuts, chopped +- 1/2 cup Leek, sliced +- 1 cup Mushrooms +- 3 Tbsp Unsalted Butter + + +## Directions + +1. Combine vegetable broth in a medium pot. Cover and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. While broth comes to a boil, peel and mince/grate the garlic. Roughly chop the spinach. Thinly slice mushrooms. +2. Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat. When hot, add the butter, onions, leeks, and mushrooms. Season with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened (2-3 mins). Add rice, garlic, and vinegar. Cook, stirring constantly until fragrant (1-2 min). +3. Add 1 cup broth from the medium pot to the pan with rice. Stir until broth has been absorbed by rice. Continue adding broth 1 cup at a time, stirring regularly, until liquid is absorbed, the texture is creamy and the rice is tender (28-30 mins). +4. While risotto cooks, add tomatoes and a tablespoon of oil to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat. Roast on the middle rack of the oven until tomatoes start to burst (10-11 mins). +5. When the last cup of broth has been absorbed and rice is tender and creamy, add Parmesan and spinach to risotto. Stir until spinach wilts (3-4 mins). Stir in roasted tomatoes. Divide risotto between bowls. Sprinkle walnuts over top.