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Crispy Zucchini Quinoa Patties
Crispy Zucchini Quinoa Patties (top with Avocado and Caramelized Sweet Onions) This is so delicious by itself, with a salad or topped with avocado or mashed avocado with caramelized sweet onions. Try it with a side of pickles! I made 16 patties out of this recipe. 3/4 cup organic quinoa 1 medium zucchini, grated in … Continue reading
Brussels Sprouts with Prosciutto, Pepper and Pecorino
Simple but delicious Brussels sprouts with sauteed prosciutto and onion, black pepper and grated Pecorino Romano cheese. Recipe serves 2 or 3. 8 to 10 ounces Brussels sprouts, sliced in half lenghthwise 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1/2 red onion, finely chopped 2 slices prosciutto, finely sliced 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper 2 Tablespoons freshly grated … Continue reading
Parmesan Pecan Crusted Mozzarella Salad
The mozzarella rounds are fried in a skillet so that they’re crisp on the outside and slightly melted on the inside. Serves 3-4. 1/2 cup prepared balsamic vinaigrette (1 part balsamic to 4 part olive oil, e.g. 1 teaspoon balsamic to 4 teaspoon olive oil) 2 teaspoon Dijon mustard (I used whole grain Dijon) 1 … Continue reading
Patatas Bravas (crispy potatoes with salsa brava *spicy*)
The first time I tried Patatas Bravas was at a Spanish tapas restaurant called Picasso’s. The sauce is spicy but not too spicy that would render the dish not enjoyable after a few bites. I’m not into very spicy foods but I find I can continue enjoying the salsa brava with the crispy potatoes and … Continue reading
Garlic Shrimp Feta Cheese Quesadilla with Pineapple Salsa
On my way to Trader Joe’s I was grappling with the daily matter of What to Cook for Dinner. I remembered I had some frozen langostino tails, shredded Mexican cheese and feta I always keep for my salads. So I bought flour tortillas for $1.79 and a pound of frozen wild blue shrimp. After pouring … Continue reading
Asparagus Mushroom and Ham Skillet
Great over brown rice or as an egg skillet or omelet. 1 sweet onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 8 ounces white mushrooms, sliced 4 ham slices, cut and diced 2 tablespoon oil 1 bunch asparagus Prepare asparagus: Cut the very ends off and toss. Then cut asparagus into bite sized pieces and separate the … Continue reading
Mahi Mahi Fish Cakes
This pairs nicely with a chilled Chardonnay. I’ve been enjoying the 2010 Raymond Hill Chardonnay 1.5 Liters only $5.99 at Trader Joe’s. 1 to 1-1/4 pounds of white fish, such as Mahi Mahi or cod, fresh or frozen grapeseed oil or other cooking oil 1 sweet onion, chopped 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon cracked … Continue reading
Spanish Romesco Sauce with a Fried Egg on Toasted Italian Bread
Recipe serves 4. Left over sauce can be refrigerated. 1 large red bell pepper, sliced with ribs and seeds removed 1/3 cup olive oil, plus more for cooking 2 garlic cloves, pounded and sliced in half lengthwise 1/4 red wine vinegar * 1/4 cup red wine such as a Merlot or a dry Cabernet Sauvignon. … Continue reading
