Spicy White Bean Stew With Broccoli Rabe

Yield: 4 servings Ingredients 1 large bunch (or 2 small bunches) broccoli rabe or kale, thick stems separated from the leaves ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil, plus more for drizzling 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 medium red or yellow onion, thinly sliced Kosher salt and black pepper 2 to 3 tablespoons (30-45 grams) harissa or tomato paste Red-pepper flakes (Aleppo peppers work well) 3 (15-ounce) cans large beans, such as pinto, navy, cannellini, butter or great Northern, drained and rinsed 4 cups (960 ml) vegetable broth 1 preserved lemon, thinly sliced, or 1 lemon, halved, for squeezing 1 cup (about 60 grams) parsley or cilantro, leaves and tender stems 2 ounces (56 grams) feta or other salty cheese, such as queso fresco or pecorino, crumbled (optional) Fried or medium-boiled eggs, for serving (optional) Preparation Step 1...

February 10, 2024

Mushroom Leek Pie

This savory pie is a simple, rustic dish that is perfect as a side dish or a main. Top with a drizzle of balasmic vinegar and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Serve hot, cold, or room temperature. This pie was an entry to the Porches and Pies pie contest in 2023. Notes This recipe requries one pie shell (half a recipe) of Pâte Brisée. Any mix of fresh mushrooms can be used....

August 23, 2023

Spiced Ginger Shrimp with Burst Tomatoes

Source https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1021430-spiced-ginger-shrimp-with-burst-tomatoes Ingredients 2 teaspoons garam masala 1 ½ teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger 2 garlic cloves, minced or finely grated 3 scallions, thinly sliced, greens and whites separated ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste ¼ teaspoon black pepper 1 pound extra-large shrimp, shelled and deveined 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil ¾ cup small (or halved large) cherry tomatoes, preferably yellow Sungold tomatoes 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Fresh lime juice Method Prepair Shrimp In a medium bowl, combine: garam masala ginger garlic scallion whites 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper....

December 17, 2021

Hot Honey Shrimp

Source Based on https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1018182-hot-honey-shrimp. Preheat Oven Preheat oven to 500°F. Ingredients 1 tablespoon honey ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne ¼ teaspoon grated lime zest ¼ teaspoon freshly grated ginger 1 garlic clove, grated on a Microplane or finely minced ¼ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper 1 pound cleaned extra-large shrimp, patted very dry with paper towels 1 tablespoon very cold butter, cubed Lime wedges, for serving 1 jalapeño, halved, seeded and very thinly sliced, for serving 1 tablespoon chives or scallion greens, finely chopped, for serving Preparation Marinade In a medium bowl, combine:...

March 21, 2021

Spinach Lasagna

This is a versatile recipe that can include various roasted vegetables. Equipment 9x11" glass baking dish Preheat Oven Preheat over to 350°F. Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 pound bunch spinach, washed and stemmed, or 1/2 pound bagged baby spinach 3 cups simple tomato sauce 227 grams (8 ounces) ricotta cheese 1 egg Pinch of cinnamon 9 to 11 lasagna noodles 113 grams (4 ounces / 1 cup) freshly grated Parmesan; more as needed....

March 15, 2021

Chili and Garlic Shrimp

Quick and easy, mildly spicy, deeply flavorful. Guajillo chiles can be easy purchased in most markets or online. Equipment 12-inch nonstick skillet Kitchen shears Blender or food processor Ingredients 30 grams dried guajillo chiles 1/2 cup water 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce 6 cloves garlic; 2 chopped, 4 sliced thin 1 teaspoon salt, divided 907 grams (2 lbs) extra-large shrimp (21 to 25 per pound); peeled, deveined, and tails removed 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut in two pieces 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro Preparation Chiles Using kitchen shears, stem guajillos- cut in half lengthwise and discard seeds....

November 27, 2020

Slow Roasted Salmon

Equipment 2 small bowls 1 baking sheet large enough to hold salmon Prehet Oven Adjust oven rack to the center position. Preheat oven to 250° F. Ingredients 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon salt + ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon pepper One 2.5 pound center-cut salmon fillet, about 1.5" thick, skin-on ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons sliced fresh dill 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation Roast Salmon Combine brown sugar, 1 tsp salt, pepper in a small bowl....

September 5, 2020

Spanish Shrimp and Chickpea Stew

Notes This is a solid recipe, but might do well with a few tweaks. The “sauce” at might be better if developed as a roux. Browned butter with a little flour? Also, the flavor profile could use a little more umami- fish sauce, worcestershire, or soy sauce. Special Equipment Large dutch oven Slotted spoon Ingredients 2 tablespoons smoked paprika 1 tablespoon sweet paprika Kosher salt and ground black pepper 1 pound extra-large (21/25 per pound) shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to serve 2 tablespoons salted butter 2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon all purpose flour 1 medium leek, white and light green parts halved lengthwise, thinly sliced, rinsed and dried 4 medium garlic cloves, minced 1 15½ ounce can chickpeas, ½ cup liquid reserved, drained 8 ounce bottle clam juice Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, to serve Method Season Shrimp In a medium bowl, stir together both paprikas and ¾ teaspoon pepper....

May 6, 2020

Chole Palak (Chickpeas With Spinach)

Source http://www.manjulaskitchen.com/2009/07/07/chole-palak-chickpeas-with-spinach/ Special Equipment Food processor Ingredients 1 15oz can of chickpea 3 cups finely chopped spinach 2 medium tomatoes chopped ½″piece ginger 1 green chili (Serrano pepper) 3 tablespoon olive oil ¼ teaspoon asafetida (hing) 1 teaspoon cumin seed 1 tablespoon coriander powder ½ teaspoon turmeric one to two crushed dried red chili peppers, to taste ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste ½ cup water ½ teaspoon garam masala Preparation Drain chickpeas; rinse well....

March 28, 2020

Egg Curry

This versatile dish can be used as a base for various proteins. The original recipe called for adding hard-boiled eggs. This version instructs to crack eggs atop the curry and poach for a few minutes. Ingredients ¼ cup neutral oil, such as grapeseed or canola 2 medium yellow onions, chopped 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons) 2 small cinnamon sticks 6 green cardamom pods 1 teaspoon ground coriander ½ teaspoon ground turmeric ½ teaspoon whole black peppercorns 6 Roma tomatoes, finely chopped 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup water ½ teaspoon garam masala Preparation Caramelize Onions In a medium, heavy skillet, heat the oil over medium....

March 27, 2020