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Melting Potatoes

This is one of my favorite ways to cook potatoes – Quick, easy, foolproof! Adapted from Eatingwell.com 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch slices ( don’t peel…

Smashed Roasted Potatoes

1 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, boiled 4 tablespoons olive oil Kosher salt Freshly cracked pepper Add potatoes to a large pot and cover with water; bring to a…

Spanish Rice

1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup tomatoes, chopped (optional) 1/2 cup diced onion 1 teaspoon kosher salt Freshly cracked pepper, to taste 1/2 tablespoon tomato paste (or 1 tablespoon…

Creamy Mushroom Farro

Adapted from Nutrition Action Magazine 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb cremini or white button mushrooms, chopped 1½ tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce or tamari sauce 1 bunch scallions,…

Nacho Cheese Sauce

Adapted from thecookierookie.com 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk 1 tablespoon cornstarch 3/4 lb white american cheese (buy from the deli counter at the grocery store). 4 ounces mozzarella Jarred or canned jalapenos, for serving…

Pupusas

Adapted from pancorn.com Dough: 2 cups P.A.N. Pre-cooked White Corn Meal 2 1/4 cups water 1 teaspoon fine salt 1 tablespoon oil or butter Filling: I mix grated cheese into…

Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy

2 lbs baby bok choy, halved, about 6 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons water Salt,…

Easy Stuffed Mushrooms

Adapted from Delish.com Ingredients 1.5 lb mushrooms (about 30 medium/large) 1/4 cup grated parmesan 4 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 tablespoon butter (omit for quick version) 1/4 cup grated…

Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan and Breadcrumbs

Untested recipe Time: 25 minutesMakes: 4 servings Ingredients 1 thick slice bread (variations below) 1 ounce Parmesan 1 1/2 pounds fresh, thin asparagus 3 tablespoons butter, extra virgin olive…

Amazing Red Lentil Wraps

Adapted from luvele.com.au These are amazing if you can get them right. It took about a whole batch of batter for me to get them spread evenly. The key…

Roasted Cabbage

I like the recipe at smittenkitchen.com but prefer to roast at 450-F.…

Twice Baked Potatoes

Adapted from foodnetwork.com 4 large russet potatoes, each about 3/4 pound each, scrubbed and dried 2 to 4 tablespoons butter 1/3 cup sour cream 1 scallion, finely chopped Freshly…

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

Adapted from Ree Drummond 2 medium/large sweet potatoes Vegetable oil 2 tablespoons melted butter 2 slices cooked bacon 1/2 cup grated jack cheese 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1 green…