Creative Cooks

Creamed Peas and Potatoes

2026-08-15T13:16:18Z

Posted by: nverland

Creamed Peas and Potatoes
Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 20 minutes Total Time 25 minutes Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

1½ pounds very small baby potatoes halved
8 ounces shelled English peas about 1½ cups worth
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper adjust to taste
1 cup milk

Instructions

Place the halved potatoes in a large saucepan. Cover with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to a simmer and continue cooking for 7-9 minutes, just until fork tender. Drain in a colander.
In the same saucepan, bring about an inch of water to a boil. Add the peas and cook for 90 seconds, until just barely tender. Add the peas to the colander with the potatoes.
Add butter to the same saucepan used for the peas and melt over medium heat. Add the flour and stir with a whisk to make a thick paste. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Add the potatoes and peas to the sauce. Simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes, until everything is well coated. Serve warm.

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Recipe: "Corn and Tomatillo Skillet Dish"

2026-08-10T05:18:31Z

Posted by: ysabetwordsmith

I made two batches of this recently. It is delicious and quite popular. \o/

"Corn and Tomatillo Skillet Dish"

Ingredients:
corn kernels from two cooked ears of sweet corn
4-6 tomatillos, diced
olive oil
several sprigs of Italian flat parsley
about a tablespoon freeze-dried green onion
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
Bragg Organic Sprinkle 24 Herbs & Spices
a pinch of sea salt
1-3 teaspoons lime juice
about a teaspoon of honey (optional)

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Coronation Coleslaw

2026-06-13T12:53:38Z

Posted by: nverland

Coronation Coleslaw
Prep Time 20 mins Total Time 20 mins Servings 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

1 (16-ounce) bag coleslaw mix
1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 large mango, somewhat ripe to ripe
2 green onions
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons plain yogurt or sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons yellow curry powder
1/3 cup raisins (any kind), currants, or chopped dates
1/2 cup toasted cashews, roughly chopped
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Method

Salt the coleslaw mix and prepare the mango:
Add the slaw mix to a colander and toss with the salt. Let sit and drain for 10 minutes.
While the slaw sits, prep the mango and green onions. Peel the mango and cut the flesh off of the pit. Cut into rough matchsticks.
Trim the green onions and thinly slice. Set aside.

Rinse and drain the coleslaw mix:
After 10 minutes, rinse the slaw mix under cool water. Drain and dump out on a dry kitchen towel. Gently pat dry and set aside.

Make the dressing:
Add the mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, and curry powder to a medium bowl (with enough room to mix together the slaw). Stir together until combined.

Assemble:
To the bowl with the dressing, add the dried slaw mix, prepared mango, green onions (reserving a few slices of dark green for garnish), raisins, cashews (if using), and pepper. Toss well and taste, adding salt and/or more curry powder if needed.

If you plan to have leftovers, reserve the cashews and add them just before serving. Leftover slaw will keep in the fridge for up to 2 days. Toss again before serving.

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Easy Marinated Mushrooms

2026-05-30T12:33:51Z

Posted by: nverland

Easy Marinated Mushrooms
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 15minutes Yield 4 ½-cup servings

Ingredients

16 ounces Fresh Mushrooms
4 cups Water, plus ½ teaspoon salt (optional)
3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 tablespoons White Vinegar, or other vinegar
1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley, chopped
1 clove Garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
¼ teaspoon Crushed Red Chili Pepper
¼ teaspoon Sea Salt
⅛ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

Boil WATER and remove stems from MUSHROOMS along with any visible dirt.
*See recipe footnotes for sautéed version
Add MUSHROOM CAPS to water and boil until tender (about 3 minutes), stirring as needed.
Use a colander to drain excess water from mushrooms and allow to cool.
To make the marinade, combine OLIVE OIL, VINEGAR, PARSLEY, GARLIC, ITALIAN SEASONING, RED CHILI FLAKES, SALT, and PEPPER.
Combine mushrooms and marinade. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container up to five days.

Recipe Notes

To sauté mushrooms (instead of boiling)
Heat 2 tablespoons OLIVE OIL in skillet on medium high heat.
Add stemmed MUSHROOMS and sauté until tender and juicy (about 3 minutes), stirring as needed.
Remove from heat and continue with step #4 above.

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Slow Cooker Collard Greens

2026-01-01T13:56:06Z

Posted by: nverland

Slow Cooker Collard Greens
Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 8 hrs Total Time 8 hrs 10 mins Servings: 8

Ingredients

2 Meaty Smoked Ham Hocks, or smoked turkey wings, legs, necks
1 lg Onion, chopped
4 cloves Garlic, minced
1 lb Collard Greens, cleaned & chopped
1 teaspoon Seasoned Salt
½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes, optional
5-6 cups Chicken Broth, low sodium
1-2 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)
1 teaspoon Sugar*
Garnish
Hot Sauce

Instructions
Add the ham hocks, onion, garlic, collards, seasoned salt, red pepper flakes, and broth to a 6 qt or larger slow cooker.

Cook on Low for 8-10 hours, or High for 5-6 hours, stirring once halfway through, and again an hour before serving.

Remove the ham hock (or other meat) and remove the meat from the bone. Then add the meat back in to the slow cooker. Stir.

Add the ACV and sugar. Stir, then taste and adjust salt or other seasoning.

Serve with some hot sauce, and corn bread or biscuits to sop up the pot likker (liquor).

Recipe Notes
You can also use Bacon, or a leftover meaty ham bone.

Be sure to remove the rib in the center of each leaf as those are tough and too fibrous.
*The greens can sometimes be a little bitter. Sugar helps with this, as does a little salt and/or lemon juice.

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Fried Cabbage and Bacon Slaw

2025-12-18T11:40:04Z

Posted by: nverland

Fried Cabbage and Bacon Slaw
Yield: serves 6-8

Ingredients

12 ounce package of smoked bacon
1 small head green cabbage, outer leaves removed and cored
1 small yellow onion, peeled, halved, and thinly sliced.
1 medium carrot, peeled and cut in small dice
salt and fresh cracked black pepper

Instructions

Cook the bacon until crisp, and drain. Reserve the grease, and crumble the bacon. Halve or quarter the cabbage and shred it finely.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 3 tablespoons of the bacon grease and sauté the onion and carrot for a few minutes until softened. Add 2 to 3 more tablespoons of grease, and add the shredded cabbage along with half of the cooked bacon, and stir fry until the cabbage starts to brighten in color, turn glossy, and soften. This will only take a few minutes, but you can customize your slaw by cooking it a little less or more than this. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Serve the slaw hot or warm, topped with the rest of the crumbled bacon.
Leftover slaw stored in the refrigerator will stiffen due to the bacon grease. Bring the slaw to room temperature or heat it briefly in the microwave before serving.

Make it your own

Make it tangy - the flavor is amazing as is, but you can, if you like, hit the slaw with a little vinegar at the end of cooking. This gives it a nice tang.
Make it with other meats - leftover corned beef, ham, pancetta, or sausage.
Make it with red cabbage.
Make it with classic coleslaw spices - You could also use onion and garlic powder, celery seed, caraway seeds or a little mustard.

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Recipe: "Three Sisters Succotash"

2025-09-19T04:40:12Z

Posted by: ysabetwordsmith

I made this tonight. It's a summer favorite, so I wanted to write up our version.

"Three Sisters Succotash"

Ingredients:
2 ears of corn, kernels cut off (about 2 cups)
1 summer squash, diced (about 2 cups)
1/2 sweet onion, diced (about 3/4 cups)
9 slices of thick-cut bacon, diced
1 cup water (or corncob broth)
1 can lima beans
pinch of sea salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon sweet marjoram
1/4 teaspoon sweet basil

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Cauliflower English Muffins (GF)

2025-09-17T10:36:42Z

Posted by: nverland

Cauliflower English Muffins (GF)

Ingredients

5 cups cauliflower florets (about 1 pound)
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
⅛ teaspoon salt

Preparation

Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place cauliflower in a food processor. Process until finely grated. Transfer to a microwave-safe bowl. Cover loosely and microwave on High for 3 minutes. Let cool slightly. Transfer the cauliflower to a clean kitchen towel and wring out excess moisture. Return to the bowl and stir in Cheddar, egg and salt until thoroughly combined. Place a 3-inch biscuit cutter on the prepared baking sheet. Fill the cutter with about ¼ cup of the batter, patting down slightly in the mold. Repeat with the remaining batter, leaving about 1 inch between each one, until you have 8 "muffins." Bake until browned and crispy around the edges, about 25 minutes. Serve with your favorite toppings or use to make a breakfast sandwich.

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Recipe: "Chicken Stir-Fry with Mushrooms and Swiss Chard"

2025-06-20T03:53:11Z

Posted by: ysabetwordsmith

We made this tonight. It turned out quite well. :D

"Chicken Stir-Fry with Mushrooms and Swiss Chard"

Ingredients:

For the stir-fry:
1 tablespoon sunflower oil
half a sweet onion, diced
half a 1.25 pound package of boneless chicken thighs
a handful of baby 'Bright Lights' Swiss chard
6.6 ounce can of mushrooms
a pinch of sea salt

For the sauce:
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Bragg Organic Sprinkle 24 Herbs and Spices
1 teaspoon tapioca starch

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Recipe: "Santorini Stir-Fry with Chicken and Patty Pan Squash"

2025-06-15T04:06:45Z

Posted by: ysabetwordsmith

Yesterday we found patty pan squash, which I've been wanting to try. So today we made this. :D It turned out delicious.

"Santorini Stir-Fry with Chicken and Patty Pan Squash"

Ingredients:

For the stir-fry:
2 patty pan squashes (about palm size)
half a sweet onion, diced
half a 1.25 pound package of boneless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon light olive oil
a pinch of sea salt

For the sauce:
1 teaspoon Santorini Citrus Seasoning
1-2 teaspoons tapioca starch
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon full-flavor olive oil

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Recipe: "Gypsy Chicken Stir-Fry"

2024-10-15T01:46:54Z

Posted by: ysabetwordsmith

I made this for supper today, using peppers that I've grown. It is splendid. \o/

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PAN ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS SUBZI WITH CUMIN AND MUSTARD SEEDS

2024-09-28T14:03:50Z

Posted by: nverland

PAN ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS SUBZI WITH CUMIN AND MUSTARD SEEDS
PREP TIME 10 mins COOK TIME 20 mins TOTAL TIME 30 mins Serves: 2

INGREDIENTS
1 tsp oil
½ tsp cumin seeds
½ tsp black mustard seeds
6 to 8 fresh or frozen curry leaves (optional)
3 cloves of garlic finely chopped
1 green chili finely chopped
2 to 3 cups Brussels sprouts, tough stems removed and halved or quartered
2 tsp or more sesame seeds
½ tsp coriander powder
½ tsp garam masala (optional)
¼ tsp turmeric
Cayenne to taste
½ tsp salt or to taste
¼ cup water
Cilantro and lemon for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add cumin and mustard seeds and cook until they change color or start to pop.
Add curry leaves, garlic and chili carefully. Cook for a minute.
Add Brussels sprouts and toss well. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until some edges get golden brown. Stir once or twice in between.
Add sesame seeds, mix in and cook for a minute.
Add ground spices, salt and mix in and cook for a minute.
Add ¼ cup or more water. Cover and cook for 7 to 9 minutes. This will steam the sprouts.
Taste and adjust salt and heat. Add a dash of lemon and cilantro and serve with your favorite Indian meal or Buddha Bowl.

NOTES
For variation: add shredded fresh or dried coconut with sesame seeds

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Ethiopian Mushrooms Tibs Stir-fry (Ingudai tibs)

2024-09-18T11:31:37Z

Posted by: nverland

Ethiopian Mushrooms Tibs Stir-fry (Ingudai tibs)
Prep Time5 mins Cook Time15 mins Total Time20 mins Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
1 cup (160 g) thinly sliced red onion
4 cups (385 g) chopped mushrooms
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

For the sauce:

2 teaspoons berbere spice blend, *see notes to make your own
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
a good pinch each of cinnamon, clove and nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons red wine or use 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup (60 ml) water
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Add oil to a medium skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add in the onion and cook until translucent.
Then add the mushrooms and rosemary, a good pinch of salt and cook until the mushrooms start to turn golden on some edges.
Keep stirring occasionally and if the pan seems to be drying out too much, add some splashes of water.
Then mix in the berbere, paprika, garlic, coriander, cardamom, salt and the rest of the spices to the wine, and water. Add to the skillet
Mix well and cover and cook until the mushrooms are cooked to preference.
Taste and adjust flavor. If you like them saucier add in more water and simmer for a few mins. Serve with some flatbread or toast or Ethiopian injera with a side of Ethiopian lentils

Notes
To make it into a meal, add in 1 cup cooked chickpeas half way through simmering with the spices. Mash lightly and continue to cook

*Berbere blend: mix 1.5 tsp paprika or New Mexico chili powder, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/8 teaspoon fenugreek powder, 1/2 teaspoon cardamom, 1/2 teaspoon onion flakes, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, pinch of cinnamon and clove.

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Black Radishes with Truffle Oil & Caramelized Onions

2024-09-11T11:32:17Z

Posted by: nverland

Black Radishes with Truffle Oil & Caramelized Onions
Serves 2

Ingredients

5 black radishes
1 medium sweet onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons black truffle oil
Crumbled sharp cheddar cheese (to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh chives
salt and pepper

Directions

Prep Your Ingredients: Preheat oven to 425ºF. Scrub the black radishes and trim off the tops and the bottoms and quarter. Peel, halve, and thinly slice the onion. Finely chop the chives.
Brown the Onions: Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet. When hot and just shimmering, add the sliced onions. Stirring regularly, continue to cook the onions for about thirty minutes or until they’ve caramelized and are golden brown.
Cook the Radishes: Remove the onions from the pan and set aside. Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and add the radishes. Season with salt and pepper and coat the radishes with oil and cook in the oven for about 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on the bottoms and tender.
Truffles: Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and add the onions back to the pan and combine with the radishes over medium heat. Add half the chives and stir to combine. Drizzle with two teaspoons of truffle oil. Remove the skillet from the heat and crumble half of the cheese into the skillet. Stir quickly to combine.
Plate it Up: Spoon the radishes into a serving dish and top with the remaining chives and crumbled cheese. Enjoy!

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Grilled Corn Ribs with Honey Butter

2024-09-01T14:00:48Z

Posted by: nverland

Grilled Corn Ribs with Honey Butter
Total Time: 25 mins Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 ears fresh yellow corn, husked
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons honey
Thinly sliced scallions, for garnish

Directions

Preheat grill to high (450°F to 500°F). Cut 1/2 inch off ends of each corn cob; discard trimmed ends. Cut each cob in half crosswise. Working with 1 cob piece at a time, stand cob upright, and carefully cut in half lengthwise. Place cob halves, cut sides down, on cutting board; cut in half lengthwise again to create “ribs.” Repeat with remaining cob pieces. Place corn ribs in an even layer on a large rimmed baking sheet; set aside.

Whisk together oil, black pepper, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and 2 teaspoons salt in a small bowl; brush evenly over corn ribs.

Place corn ribs on oiled grates; grill, covered, turning often, until corn is charred and tender, 4 to 8 minutes. Arrange corn ribs on a serving platter.

Whisk together melted butter, honey, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Drizzle butter mixture over corn ribs; garnish with scallions. Serve hot.

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Grilled Balsamic Mushrooms

2024-08-31T13:51:41Z

Posted by: nverland

Grilled Balsamic Mushrooms
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 0 hours 15 mins Total Time: 0 hours 35 mins

Ingredients
1/4 c. balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
Freshly ground black pepper
1 lb. cremini mushrooms, sliced 1/2" thick
Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish

Directions

In a large bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and pepper. Add mushrooms and marinate 20 minutes. Presoak wooden skewers in water while mushrooms marinate.
Heat grill to medium-high. Skewer mushrooms and grill 2 to 3 minutes per side.
Garnish with parsley before serving.

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Recipe: "Mediterranean Chicken and Tomatoes"

2024-04-22T02:19:54Z

Posted by: ysabetwordsmith

I made this today. It turned out quite well.

"Mediterranean Chicken and Tomatoes"

Ingredients:
2 cups assorted cherry tomatoes, halved
half a sweet onion, sliced into petals
1 1/2 cups cooked chicken chunks
2 tablespoons light olive oil
a pinch of sea salt
a pinch of black pepper
about 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (divided)
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon full-flavor olive oil
brown rice or pasta (for serving, optional)

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Recipe: "Snarf Snarf Chicken and Tomatoes"

2024-04-15T03:16:09Z

Posted by: ysabetwordsmith

I made this tonight. It disappeared very quickly. :D

"Snarf Snarf Chicken and Tomatoes"

Ingredients:
2 cups assorted cherry tomatoes, halved
half a sweet onion, sliced into petals
1 cup cooked chicken chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
a pinch of Himalayan pink salt
a pinch of pepper
about 1/2 teaspoon basil flakes
2-3 tablespoons pomegranate vinaigrette
brown rice (for serving, optional)

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Fresh Tomato Pie

2023-06-24T12:35:15Z

Posted by: nverland

Fresh Tomato Pie
Prep: 40 mins Cook: 80 mins Chill: 75 mins Total: 3 hrs 15 mins Servings: 8 slices Yield: 1 pie

Ingredients

Crust:
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
4 tablespoons ice water

Filling:
2 3/4 pounds assorted large heirloom tomatoes
2 teaspoons kosher salt (divided use)
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 egg (lightly beaten)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (divided use)
1 1/2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal

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General Tso’s Cauliflower

2023-05-24T13:39:05Z

Posted by: nverland

General Tso’s Cauliflower
Total Time Prep: 25 min. Cook: 20 min. Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

Oil for deep-fat frying
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup club soda
1 medium head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets (about 6 cups)

SAUCE:
1/4 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons vegetable broth
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 to 6 dried pasilla or other hot chilies, chopped
3 green onions, white part minced, green part thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
4 cups hot cooked rice

Directions

In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Combine flour, cornstarch, salt and baking powder. Stir in club soda just until blended (batter will be thin). Dip florets, a few at a time, into batter and fry until cauliflower is tender and coating is light brown, 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
For sauce, whisk together the first six ingredients; whisk in cornstarch until smooth.
In a large saucepan, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add chilies; cook and stir until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Add white part of onions, garlic, ginger and orange zest; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir soy sauce mixture; add to saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2-4 minutes.
Add cauliflower to sauce; toss to coat. Serve with rice; sprinkle with thinly sliced green onions.

Tips
Make certain your oil is hot enough when frying to ensure a crisp, not soggy, result. We recommend testing the temperature of the oil with a kitchen thermometer, as the settings on fryers are often pretty inaccurate.
Adjusting the spice-heat level of this recipe is super simple; just use more or fewer hot chilies. If you are highly sensitive to spiciness, omit the pepper entirely.

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Thai-Glazed Corn

2023-05-10T11:35:01Z

Posted by: nverland

Thai-Glazed Corn

1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
4 ears of corn, shucked
Chopped cilantro, for garnish
Finely grated Cotija cheese, for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving

In a small saucepan, combine the coconut milk, soy sauce, sugar, fish sauce and lime juice. Cook over moderate heat until the glaze is syrupy, about 10 minutes.
Light a grill. Grill the corn over medium heat, turning occasionally, until charred and tender, 10 to 15 minutes; brush with the glaze during the last 5 minutes. Cut each corn cob into thirds, transfer to a platter and garnish with cilantro and cheese. Serve with lime wedges

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Cacio e Pepe Roasted Cauliflower

2023-01-04T12:43:37Z

Posted by: nverland

Cacio e Pepe Roasted Cauliflower
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 35 mins Yield: 2 to 4 people

Ingredients

1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
3 tablespoons melted butter
½ to 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
½ cup freshly grated pecorino cheese, plus extra for sprinkling

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Place the cauliflower florets on a baking sheet. I do not use foil or parchment for this - I feel that it compromises the crispness of the vegetables.
Drizzle the butter over the florets, then toss them well so all of them are covered. Sprinkle with the black pepper and toss. Cover with the pecorino cheese, tossing again.
Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, until the cauliflower is golden and roasted and the cheese is crisp on the baking sheet. Remove the pain and do an additional sprinkle of cheese. Let the pan sit for 2 to 3 minutes. Lift the cauliflower and crisped cheese off the sheet and onto a platter. Serve!

Note: pecorino is super salty so do not use salt in this recipe. If you feel that you need it, add a sprinkle of salt when roasting!

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Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

2022-04-06T11:40:10Z

Posted by: nverland

Loaded Cauliflower Casserole
active: 20 mins total: 1 hr Servings: 8

Ingredients

3 slices bacon
1 head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cut into bite-size pieces
½ teaspoon ground pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ¼ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
⅔ cup sour cream
4 scallions, sliced, divided

Directions

Step 1 - Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Step 2 - Place bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook until crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate and let cool. (Reserve the drippings in the pan.)
Step 3 - Combine cauliflower, pepper, salt and the bacon drippings in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Roast, stirring twice, until tender, about 35 minutes.
Step 4 - Meanwhile, combine 1 cup cheese, sour cream and half the scallions in a small bowl. When the cauliflower is tender, stir the cheese mixture into the cauliflower in the pan. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Bake until hot, 5 to 7 minutes more.
Step 5 - Chop the cooled bacon. Sprinkle the hot casserole with the bacon and the remaining scallions.

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Colcannon Potatoes

2022-03-16T11:44:26Z

Posted by: nverland

Colcannon Potatoes
Total Time Prep: 25 min. Cook: 35 min. Makes 12 servings

Ingredients

1 medium head cabbage (about 2 pounds), shredded
4 pounds medium potatoes (about 8), peeled and quartered
2 cups whole milk
1 cup chopped green onions
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup butter, melted
Minced fresh parsley
Crumbled cooked bacon

Directions

Place cabbage and 2 cups water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until cabbage is tender, about 10 minutes. Drain, reserving cooking liquid; keep cabbage warm in separate dish.
In same pan, combine potatoes and reserved cooking liquid. Add additional water to cover potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes. Meanwhile, place milk, green onions, salt and pepper in a small saucepan; bring just to a boil and remove from heat.
Drain potatoes; place in a large bowl and mash. Add milk mixture; beat just until blended. Stir in cabbage. To serve, drizzle with butter; top with parsley and bacon.

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Beer Battered BBQ Cauliflower Wings

2021-09-19T14:52:19Z

Posted by: nverland

Beer Battered BBQ Cauliflower Wings
Prep Time15 mins Cook Time30 mins Total Time40 mins Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the batter:
1/2 cup (80 g) rice flour
2 tablespoons tapioca starch or corn starch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons BBQ seasoning or use 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon each of oregano, thyme, and parsley
1/2 cup (125 ml) of beer or use neutral club soda or use water
1 tsp oil

For the cauliflower:
4 cups cauliflower florets or 1 small head of cauliflower chopped into florets
1/2 cup (125 ml) BBQ sauce or more
2 teaspoons hot sauce

Instructions

In a bowl, add all the dry ingredients and mix well. Then add in the beer and 1 teaspoon oil to make the batter. The batter should be not be too thin. If it is not thick enough, you can add in a teaspoon or more of rice flour.
Once the batter is smooth, add in the cauliflower and toss well to coat.
Once the cauliflower is completely coated, transfer it to a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220c) for 25 minutes.
Check at 21 or 22 minutes to see if the cauliflower is done and is tender inside. If it is, then you can remove the cauliflower.
Add BBQ sauce and hot sauce to a shallow bowl and mix.
Add the cauliflower to the bowl where you mixed the BBQ sauce and hot sauce and toss well to coat.
Transfer the cauliflower back onto the baking sheet and bake for another 5-7 minutes.
Serve hot. Garnish with some green onions and serve with ranch if desired

Notes

if you don't have rice flour, you can use all-purpose flour. rice flour makes the cauliflower bites really crunchy
you can use your favorite store-bought barbecue sauce or mix some curry powder, BBQ seasoning or Cajun spice into ketchup
you can use club soda or water instead of beer
if you don't have BBQ seasoning, you can blend 1 teaspoon paprika, with 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon each of oregano, thyme, and parsley

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