Sentences with phrase «finely dices celery»

In a large skillet heat 2 tbsp olive oil, add the chopped onion and sauté the onion, add the crushed garlic and the finely dices celery stalks, cook them for - 12 minutes, until the onion is softened.

INGREDIENTS Makes 5 serving 2 cups pre prepped mirepoix (or 2/3 cup each finely diced celery, carrot, white onion) 1 clove crushed garlic 3T olive oil 3 / 4 lb high quality grass...

1/2 cup finely diced onions 1/2 cup finely diced celery 1/2 cup finely diced carrots 2 garlic cloves; minced 2 tablespoons unrefined corn oil 1/2 teaspoon ground sage 1/4 teaspoon dried basil 3 tablespoons vegetable stock base (dried) 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup water 2 cups cubed dry whole wheat bread

8 Gardein ™ scallopini * 1/4 cup vegan butter (try Earth Balance brand) 1 cup finely diced onion 3/4 cup finely diced celery 3 ounces assorted wild mushrooms, thinly sliced (try shiitake and oyster) 1 teaspoon sage 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 loaf French bread, cut into 1/2» cubes and toasted in a 300 ° F oven to dry out 1 cup faux chicken broth or vegetable stock

Mix some into sour cream (or for non-dairy, tofu - based sour cream or mayonnaise) along with finely diced celery.

2 cups pre prepped mirepoix (or 2/3 cup each finely diced celery, carrot, white onion) 1 clove crushed garlic 3T olive oil 3 / 4 lb high quality grass fed beef 1T apple cider vinegar 2T coconut aminos 1/2 bottle white wine (drink the other half while the sun sets on your deck??)

Not exact matches

8 whole Beef Short Ribs Kosher Salt Pepper To Taste 1/4 cups All - purpose Flour 6 pieces Pancetta, diced 2 tbsp Olive Oil 1 whole Medium Onion, diced 2 whole Carrots, diced 2 whole Shallots, Peeled And Finely Minced 1 parsnip, diced 2 stalks of celery, diced 2 garlic cloves, chopped 2 cups Red Wine 2 cups Beef Broth (enough To Almost Cover Ribs) 2 sprigs Thyme or 1 tsp try thyme 2 sprigs Rosemary or 1 tsp dry rosemary 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp allspice

2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium red onion, chopped 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced 1 large celery stalk, diced 1/4 teaspoon red - pepper flakes 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary, or 1/4 teaspoon dried Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 can (14.5 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes, drained and finely chopped 1 cup cooked Emmer Farro or Einkorn Farro 1 large zucchini, skinned and diced 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans, drained 7 cups water or stock 1 garlic clove, minced (optional) 3/4 cup grated Parmesan, for serving Optional: fresh bread for toasting Parsley for garnish.

The celery, diced finely, adds a nice crunch and is that perfect balance between the lemony dressing and plump shrimp.

Recipe for Healthy Asparagus Soup Serves 6 Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, diced 1 leek, white and light green parts, sliced medium 2 large celery stocks, diced small 1 teaspoon kosher salt or more to taste, used in increments Fresh finely ground black pepper to taste 2 large sprigs of tarragon, tear the leaves off 4 cups low sodium chicken broth, used in increments 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 pounds fresh asparagus (about 2 bundles from the market or 2 - 12 oz packages from Trader Joes) 1/4 cup water Croutons or parmesan cheese for serving

2 cups finely diced baked ham 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish 1/4 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Half medium onion, finely diced 2 celery stalks, finely diced Half a bell pepper, finely diced Salt and black pepper to taste

What's in it: 2 Tablespoons olive oil 5 cloves of garlic, finely chopped 3 or 4 large shallots, finely chopped (about 1 cup) 2 large carrots, finely chopped (about 1 cup) 1 stalk of celery, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup) 1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped 10 ounces cremini mushrooms, finely chopped (about 2 cups) 1 cup green lentils 1 tablespoon italian herbs (I used half fresh chopped thyme and half dried oregano, but use any that you like, fresh or dried) 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 cup red wine 2 Tablespoons tomato paste 2, 14 oz cans diced tomatoes (low sodium or no salt added, if possible) 14 oz water (you'll fill one of those empty tomato cans to measure) Salt and Pepper to taste

1 1/2 C plain Greek yogurt 1/3 C sour cream 1/2 large cucumber, finely diced 1/2 large carrot, finely grated 1 tsp dry dill 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp celery salt 1/2 tsp ground mustard 1/2 tsp table salt

1 orange, juiced 1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar or sherry vinegar 1/2 cup really good olive oil, divided 2 tsp salt, divided 5 large carrots, peeled and diced 2 large celery stalks, diced 4 large onions, chopped finely 4 shallots, chopped finely 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup dried raisins 1/4 cup sunflower seeds 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup pine nuts 1 bunch of chives

2 apples, diced 3 celery stalks (save the top greens for the vinaigrette), finely diced 2 leaves kale, chard or spinach, chopped 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) cooked chickpeas, rinsed

4 jalapeños, stems and seeds removed, chopped 1 3 - pound chicken, cut in pieces 1 large onion, chopped 1 stalk of celery, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and diced 1 clove garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 quart water 2 cups half and half 1 or 2 jalapeños, stems and seeds removed, finely chopped for garnish

Ingredients 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 medium carrot, diced 1 celery stalk, diced 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed 1/2 small - medium onion, diced 2 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped * 1 tsp fresh thyme, finely chopped Kosher salt to taste 1 lb ground turkey ** 3/4 cup frozen vegetables, I used lima beans, corn, and peas 1/2 tsp pepper pinch (~ 1/4 tsp) nutmeg 1 cup chicken broth 2 Tbsp corn starch 2 Tbsp cold water 1/2 cup milk 1 1/2 -2 cups mashed potatoes ***

ingredients STUFFED TURKEY: 1 turkey breast half (skin - on, boned and butterflied) 1/4 cup olive oil (plus 2 tablespoons, divided) 1/2 pound sweet Italian sausage (removed from casing) 4 onion (peeled, 1 diced, 3 thinly sliced) 2 ribs celery (thinly sliced) 1 pound shiitake mushrooms (thinly sliced) 1 cups bread crumbs (TK type not specified) 1 cup Parmigiano Reggiano (freshly grated) 2 eggs 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (freshly grated) 2 tablespoons rosemary leaves (finely chopped) 2 tablespoons sage leaves (finely chopped) 2 cups dry white wine (divided) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste) FRISEE AND SHIITAKE SALAD WITH BLOOD ORANGE: 4 blood oranges (2 segmented, 2 juiced and zested, juices reserved) 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 pound shiitake mushrooms (very thinly sliced) 2 heads frisee (cored) 1/2 cup parsley (chopped) Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)

ingredients BUFFALO TURKEY PRETZEL BITES 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium yellow onion (peeled, finely diced) 1 carrot (peeled, finely diced) 1 rib celery (peeled, finely diced) 1/2 pound ground turkey (50 % white meat, 50 % dark meat) 1/3 cup hot sauce 1 (9 - ounce) bag store - bought soft pretzel bites (thawed) 1 cup mozzarella (cut into 1 / 4 - inch cubes) 1/2 cup blue cheese (crumbled) 1/4 cup scallions (sliced thinly on a bias) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Ingredients Oil 8 skin - on, bone - in chicken thighs Salt 1 large onion chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 3 small carrots, finely diced 2 stalks celery, finely diced 1 red pepper, diced 1 green pepper, diced 1 jalapeño pepper, seeds removed, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric 2 teaspoons sweet paprika 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 cups long - grain white rice 1/2 bunch kale, stem removed, leaves cut into ribbons and rubbed with salt (I like lacinato, but use whatever you like) 1 cup frozen peas, left to defrost on the counter while you make the rest of the meal 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro Juice of half a lemon, plus lemon wedges for garnish

2 ounces dried mushrooms (such as morels, porcini, shitakes, and chanterelles) 3 tablespoons unsalted butter or extra virgin olive oil 1 cup pearl barley 1 stalk celery, cut into 1/4 - inch dice 1 medium leek (white part only), split lengthwise, cut into 1/4 - inch slices 1 medium onion, cut into 1/4 - inch dice 1 medium carrot, cut into 1/4 - inch dice 1 medium turnip, cut into 1/4 - inch dice 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped Salt 6 sage leaves, finely chopped (reserve stems for the herb sachet) 3/4 pound assorted fresh mushrooms, trimmed, cleaned, and cut in half 3 1/2 quarts unsalted vegetable stock * Herb sachet (6 reserved sage stems, 4 sprigs Italian parsley, 2 sprigs thyme, 1 bay leaf, 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds, 1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds, and 1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns) Freshly ground white pepper

ingredients BRUSSELS SPROUT AND MUSHROOM STUFFING 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus more for greasing) 8 cups sourdough bread (medium dice) 1/4 cup olive oil (divided) 1 cup onions (peeled, finely diced) 1/2 cup celery (finely diced) 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds 2 cups Brussels sprouts (thinly shaved on a mandoline) 4 cups mixed mushrooms (stems removed, sliced) 2 cups chicken stock 2 large eggs (slightly beaten) 2 tablespoons parsley (finely chopped) Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)

Ingredients 6 hardboiled eggs 1/4 cup mayo 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon tarragon freshly ground pepper 2 stalks celery, very finely diced 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion 4 slices bacon 1 cup arugula 4 wraps

4 hard - boiled eggs, chopped (here is how to make them) 1 stalk of celery, finely chopped 1/4 cup finely diced red pepper 1 tablespoon fresh dill 2 tablespoons fresh chives 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon grainy mustard 1/4 cup mayonnaise Arugula or lettuce leaves 4 slices of bread

Ingredients For the Beef - 5 lbs chuck roast - 1 medium sized onion, finely diced - 3 large carrots, peeled and finely diced - 3 celery stalks, finely diced - 5 garlic cloves, minced, - 1/2 a bottle of red wine - 3 cups of beef broth (or enough to cover the beef in the pot)- Salt and pepper to taste - 1 lb crimini or white mushrooms (sliced)- Flat leaf parsley for garnish For the parsnips - 3 large large parsnips, diced - Half and half or heavy cream (enough to cover the parsnips in the pot)- salt to taste

Approx. 8 cups homemade chicken stock 2 cups cooked chicken meat (I use meat left over from making stock) 1 large onion, diced 1 - 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 heaped teaspoon sea salt Pepper — couple shakes 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme marjoram 1 celery stalk, finely sliced 3 carrots, peeled and diced 2 - 3 other root vegetables (eg.

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 carrots, finely diced 1 medium onion, diced 1 rib celery, finely diced 6 cloves garlic, diced 1 pound lean ground turkey 1 pound pork, ground 1/4 pound pancetta, roughly chopped 2 tablespoons of tomato paste 1 tablespoon of Italian Seasonings 1 bay leaf 1 cup of water 1 cup red wine Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Parmigiano - Reggiano (grating)

8 Cups Of Rich Beef Broth (Retain The Meat From The Beef & Veal Bones Used In The Both) 2 Carrots Finely Diced 1 Small Onion, Finely Diced 2 Stalks Celery, Finely Diced 1 1/2 Cups Pearl Barley Salt & Pepper 1/4 Cup Chopped Fresh Parsley Fresh Grated Parmesan Cheese Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa 1 1/2 cups low - sodium chicken broth 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 cups cauliflower «rice» (aka very finely chopped cauliflower florets) 1/2 medium yellow onion, minced 1/2 cup finely chopped carrots 1/2 cup finely chopped celery 2 cups diced or shredded chicken breast (I used the foolproof method, but feel free to use the meat from a store - bough rotisserie bird.)

Ecuadorian Chicken Corn Chowder --------------------- 1/2 lb chicken breast fillet 4 cups chicken stock 1 large onion, diced 2 potatoes, diced 1 stalk celery, diced 1 large carrot, grated 14 1/2 oz can creamed corn 11 oz can corn kernels, drained 1/2 cup skim milk 3 tbsp parsley, finely chopped

Shepherd's Pie ---------- 2 lb 4 oz russet potatoes 6 large cloves garlic, peeled 4 tbsp skim milk oil spray 1 large onion, finely chopped 3 large cloves garlic, crushed 2 stalks celery, finely chopped 2 carrots, diced 1 lb 10 oz ground beef 1 1/2 tbsp all - purpose flour 2 tbsp tomato paste 2 tsp chopped thyme 2 tsp chopped rosemary 2 bay leaves 1 1/4 cups beef stock 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce pinch ground nutmeg

1 1/2 pounds eggplant (1 large) 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 ribs celery, inner stalks, diced 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 1/2 cups Pomi chopped tomatoes 1/4 cup red wine vinegar (make sure your vinegar is gluten - free if you are gluten - sensitive) 1 tablespoon sugar Pinch cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional but good) 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained 8 chopped pitted kalamata olives 1/4 cup minced roasted red peppers (optional) 3 tablespoons pine nuts, lightly toasted 3 tablespoons golden raisins, roughly chopped 2 tablespoons chopped flat - leaf parsley 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Toss in 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced, 2 celery stalks, diced and cook for 3 - 5 minutes until soft and translucent.

2 pounds red potatoes, scrubbed and diced 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon cider vinegar, divided 1/3 cup nonfat Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons reduced fat Vegenaise 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon sugar 3 hard boiled egg whites, chopped 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet (Vidalia) onion 1/2 cup diced celery 3 - 4 tablespoons chopped spicy or sweet pickles 2 teaspoons chopped celery leaves 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, or more to taste 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, optional 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided Plenty of freshly ground black pepper

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup diced red onion (about 1 medium onion) 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt or kosher salt 1 cup thinly sliced, peeled carrots (about 2 medium carrots) 1 cup thinly sliced celery stalks (or about 2 medium celery sticks) 2 garlic cloves 2 tablespoons minced rosemary 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 15 - ounce can of white beans, drained 1/2 cup firmly packed sun - dried tomatoes 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 4 cups arugula leaves 2 tablespoons finely chopped, fresh, flat - leaf parsley for garnish

2 tbl of olive oil 5 carrots, finely cubed or run through your food processor grater attachment 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced or run through the food processor as well 3 celery stalks, finely chopped (or use the food processor) 3 lb beef chuck roast, fat trimmed and then cubed into bite - sized pieces 1 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes 1 c of beef broth 5 garlic cloves, sliced 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes Salt & Pepper to taste 1 bag of whole wheat egg noodles

Ingredients 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1 carrot, cut into chunks 1 small onion, halved 3 medium celery stalks, 1 cut into rough chunks, the other 2 halved lengthwise and thinly sliced 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 sprig parsley (optional) 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans * 2 tablespoons raisins, chopped 1 shallot, finely diced 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Madras curry powder 1 tablespoon honey freshly ground pepper 3 8 - inch flour tortillas or wraps of your choice 1/2 bunch arugula, rinsed well, trimmed, and dried

1 pound ground chuck 1/2 pound pork sausage 1 egg 1/2 cup oat bran 1 green pepper, diced fine 1 large celery rib, finely chopped 1 medium carrot, shredded 1 medium onion, finely chopped 8 ounces tomato sauce 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard 1/4 teaspoon ground sage 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon salt or Vege - Sal 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

1 Cup Farro (Or Barley) 2 Ounces Dried Porcini Mushrooms, Finely Chopped 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil 1 Large Onion, Peeled & Diced 4 Cloves Garlic, Peeled & Minced 2 Stalks Celery, Diced 8 Ounces Fresh Chopped Mushrooms (See Note Above) 4 Small Potatoes, Peeled And Finely Sliced 4 Cups Chicken Broth 1/2 Cup Silken Tofu 1 Tablespoons Fresh Chopped Thyme Salt And Pepper For Garnish: 8 Slices Whole Grain Baguette Bread Grated Caciocavallo Cheese (Or Other Full Flavored Melting Cheese)

One 28 - ounce can (796 - ml) diced tomatoes, drained (see notes) 1 - 1-1/2 tablespoon olive oil 3⁄4 cup red onion, finely chopped 2 large cloves garlic, minced or pressed 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 teaspoon chipotle hot sauce (see note) 1 teaspoon chile powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon mustard seed 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1 cup green bell pepper, diced 1⁄3 cup celery, diced 1 cup cooked beans of choice (e.g., black beans, adzuki beans) 1⁄3 - 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels 1/2 teaspoon agave nectar 6 large (10») flour tortillas (see note) 1 - 1-1/2 cup grated non-dairy mozzarella cheese (optional)

Ingredients 3 Tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 1 small zucchini, diced (about 1/2 cup) 1 small yellow squash, diced (about 1/2 cup) 2 small carrots, diced 1 - 2 celery stalks, diced 1/3 cup frozen lima beans 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp dried parsley 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried basil 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp dried thyme pinch of red pepper flakes 2 bay leaves 2 Tbsp tomato paste 1 (15 oz) can reduced sodium diced tomatoes, with juices 2 (15 oz) cans vegetable broth * 3 cups hot water 1 (15 oz) can Kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 (15 oz) can Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained 2 cups kale, finely chopped (tough stems discarded) 1/2 cup small pasta shape Pinch of kosher salt, if needed

meaty lamb bones (neck are my favorite, but arm or blade shoulder chops are also good) Filtered water (1/2 gallon) Light splash of vinegar (I use apple cider) 1 small piece kelp 1 large onion, diced 2 celery stalks, chopped 3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped 1 - 2 parsnips, peeled and chopped 1 turnip, peeled and chopped 1 large piece of pumpkin or squash, chopped 2 - 3 leaves swiss chard, rinsed and finely sliced 1 medium tomato, chopped (or 1 Tbsp.

I will certainly be ordering some from his contact 2 tsp of olive oil 1 lb of ground Bison 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 stalks of celery, chopped 1 red pepper, chopped 1 green pepper, chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped 2 -15 oz cans of Chili bean (undrained) 1 -28 oz can of diced tomatoes 1 -8 oz can of fired roasted tomatoes, diced 1 — 6oz can of tomato paste 1/2 c of beer 3 tbl of chili powder 1 tbl Worcestershire 1 tbl of dried oregano 2 tsp of cumin 2 tsp of hot sauce (like Tabasco) 1 tsp of basil 1 tsp salt 1 tsp ground pepper 1 tsp of smoked paprika 1 tsp of sugar Shredded low fat cheddar for the garnish.

The filling: 1 onion, finely chopped 1 celery stalk, finely chopped 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables or 2 cups diced fresh vegetables: peas, carrots, string beans, corn, etc. 16 oz tempeh, tofu or your favorite veggie meat, sliced in thin one inch long, 1/4 inch wide strips or 1 can of beans, rinsed and drained (white, pink, kidney, etc.) 1/3 cup all purpose gluten - free flour 1 teaspoon tumeric 1 teaspoon onion power 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried sage 1/2 teaspoon dill 1/2 teaspoon thyme 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups water 1/4 unsweetened, cup non dairy milk

6 small ripe tomatoes, peeled and seeded, plus 2 cups low - sodium tomato juice (or 2 cans diced tomatoes, no sodium added, undrained) 1 cucumber, peeled and seeded 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1 bell pepper (red or green), finely chopped 3 stalks celery, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried) 1 teaspoon garlic, minced from jar (or 1 clove chopped) 2 green onions, finely sliced 1/4 cup red wine vinegar Juice of 1 lemon 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (salt free / low sodium) 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 cups onion, finely chopped, about 1 large 1 1/2 teaspoon thyme, dried, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh thyme can be used 3 teaspoons garlic, minced 4 cups green cabbage, coarsely chopped 1 14.5 ounce can tomatoes, Italian - style stewed 2 cups celery, sliced 2 cups carrots or baby carrots, diced, 1 / 2 - inch pieces 8 cups low sodium chicken broth, vegetable broth can be substituted 3 cups potato, diced, 1 / 2 - inch pieces 1/2 cup basil, chopped fresh 3 cups zucchini, half - slices, cut zucchini in half, then cut into slices 1 15 ounce can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained; white kidney beans can be substituted 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, Shredded; about a tablespoon per serving Instructions Step 1 Heat olive oil in large, nonstick saucepan over medium heat.

12 ounce dried cannellini beans, picked over and rinsed 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 or 5 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium stalks celery, very thinly sliced, plus any leaves from the head of celery 3 leeks, white and light green part thinly sliced (about 3 cups) Pinch of red pepper flakes 2 large heads escarole, well - washed and chopped 4 cups vegetable stock (recommend Imagine No - Chicken broth) 1 15 - oz can tomatoes, with juice (not puree), well chopped (or use Eden brand diced tomatoes, which are already finely chopped) 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (optional) 2 tablespoons chopped flat - leaf parsley (optional)

ingredients CLAM CHOWDER: 8 pounds littleneck clams (cleaned, open or cracked clams discarded) 4 cups water 4 strips bacon (finely chopped) 2 stalks celery (finely diced) 1 small yellow onion (peeled, finely diced) 1 medium leek (white and light green parts only, thoroughly rinsed, finely diced) 1/2 cup all - purpose flour 4 sprigs fresh thyme 2 and 3/4 cups whole milk 2 bay leaves 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg (freshly grated) 1 small Yukon gold potato (peeled, finely diced) 1/4 small celery root (peeled, finely diced) 4 scallions (root ends removed, thinly sliced) 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 lemon (zested) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste) JOHNNY CAKES: 3/4 cup water 3/4 cup white cornmeal 1/3 cup milk Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Finely dice the carrot and celery.

1 pound yellow split peas * (soaked overnight in warm water, then rinsed) 6 cups stock / water (I used 3 cups homemade chicken stock, 3 cups water) 1 ham bone 1 onion, diced 1 small strip of kombu / kelp 1 bay leaf 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium large carrot, finely diced 2 celery stalks, finely sliced 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons butter (optional) 1 cup diced cooked ham (optional)