Lentils And Rice In a large pan, heat 2 Tbsp olive oil (you can use less) Add and saute 2 minutes: 1 large onion, chopped 2 green peppers, diced 2 inch stick cinnamon or 2 tsp dried cinnamon 4 cardomom pods or ½ tsp ground cardamam 4 whole cloves Add: 1 cup uncooked brown rice ½ cup lentils Stir fry for five … [Read more...] about Lentils And Rice
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Green Beans with Mushrooms
Green Beans with Mushrooms 2-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil or spray 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon pepper Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 … [Read more...] about Green Beans with Mushrooms
Brussels Sprouts With Browned Garlic
Brussels Sprouts With Browned Garlic For 6 servings 6 cups trimmed Brussels sprouts, halved (about 2 lbs) 1 Tbsp olive oil, divided (I used not quite a teaspoon) 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper Cooking spray 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice To trim Brussels sprouts, discard the tough outer leaves and … [Read more...] about Brussels Sprouts With Browned Garlic
Low Fat Sweet Potato Muffins
Low Fat Sweet Potato Muffins Makes 12 Muffins 1 1/2 cups bran cereal 1 cup milk 1 egg 1 cup cooked Purple Sweetie sweet potatoes 1/2 cup honey 3 tbsp. lemon juice Grated rind from 2 large oranges 3/4 cup raisins, soaked and well drained 1 1/4 cup whole wheat flour 1/4 tsp. salt 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking … [Read more...] about Low Fat Sweet Potato Muffins
Saffron Chicken
Saffron Chicken 3-4 chicken breasts 1 medium onion 3 teaspoons liquid saffron Salt and pepper Slice the onion finely. In a pan, add the onion, salt, pepper and three or four tablespoons of water. Lay the chicken breasts on top, cover and simmer for 30 minutes on low heat until the chicken becomes soft and tender. Add the liquid … [Read more...] about Saffron Chicken
Vegetable Skewers
Vegetable Skewers Spice Rub: 2 tablespoons garlic powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon ground coriander 1 tablespoon paprika 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Vegetables: 3 small zucchini 3 small yellow squash 2 tablespoons kosher … [Read more...] about Vegetable Skewers
Chicken Passata
Chicken Passata 8 chicken breasts, skinned 1 tsp olive oil 1 medium onion, sliced thinly 2 red peppers, seeded and sliced 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 1/4 cups passata 2/3 cup dry white wine or chicken broth 1 tsp dried oregano 4 oz can cannelini beans, drained 3 tbsp breadcrumbs Salt and pepper to taste Fry the chicken in the oil in a … [Read more...] about Chicken Passata
Chicken Soup with Greens and Black Beans
Chicken Soup with Greens and Black Beans 2 tsps. olive or canola oil 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1 small green bell pepper, seeded, cut in 1/2-inch dice 1 medium tomato, seeded, cut in 1/2-inch dice 6 cups mustard greens, lightly packed, cut in 1/2-inch strips 4 cups chicken broth 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 3/4 cup … [Read more...] about Chicken Soup with Greens and Black Beans