Sentences with phrase «tablespoons sliced black olives»

1 boneless skinless chicken breast 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 3 dashes salt 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce 2 tablespoons sliced black olives 2 tablespoons chopped pepperoncini 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese 3 tablespoons Caesar dressing (for the salad) 2 tablespoons Caesar dressing (for inside the wrap) 2 large flour tortillas

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2 to 4 pound fish (snapper or grouper), cleaned, and filleted, and sliced; reserve head Juice of 2 fresh lemons 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons minced habanero chile 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon oregano 7 cups water 1 teaspoon salt 4 cloves garlic, chopped Bay leaf 1 teaspoon thyme 6 whole black peppercorns 1 habanero chile, seeds and stems removed, and chopped 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 leeks, white part chopped 4 scallions, chopped 2 cups chopped onion 1 cup sliced carrots 1 cup cubed potatoes 1/2 cup cubed turnips 4 tomatoes, peeled and chopped Salt and pepper to taste Garnish: 2 cups crisp croutons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, small dice 4 medium cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 (3 - inch) cinnamon stick Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 pound butternut squash, large dice 3/4 pound red potatoes, large dice 2 cups low - sodium chicken or vegetable broth 2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained 1 (14 - ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juices Pinch saffron threads (optional) 1/2 preserved lemon, finely chopped 1 cup brined green olives (Aida recommended Cerignola) Steamed couscous, for serving (directions here and elsewhere on the web) Fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped, for garnish Toasted slivered almonds, for garnish Plain yogurt, for garnish Hot sauce of your choice (for serving)

• 1 1/2 pounds very thinly sliced beef sirloin (I get mine from Trader Joe's), or ribeye • Salt • Cracked black pepper • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder • 4 tablespoons all - purpose flour, divided use • Olive oil • 2 onions, quartered and thinly sliced • 10 ounces white mushrooms, sliced • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme • 2 cloves garlic, pressed through garlic press • 4 cups beef stock, hot • 4 sourdough bread bowls, centers hollowed out and reserved for dipping • 4 slices provolone cheese

1 cup (7 oz / 220 g) black rice Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup (3 1/2 oz / 105 g) black lentils 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 8 oz (250 g) baby shiitake mushrooms 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into bite - size pieces 5 oz (155 g) baby spinach leaves 4 portions of salmon fillet (about 1 lb / 500 g total), preferably wild Sliced green onions and chile flakes for sprinkling

8 ounces cavatappi pasta 2 ears corn, shucked 1 red bell pepper, deseeded and cut into 2 - inch - wide strips 1 zucchini, halved lengthwise 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 4 3 - ounce sweet Italian chicken sausages 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 garlic clove, finely grated 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil 1/4 cup shredded Italian cheese blend

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 pound sliced mushrooms 1/4 teaspoon fine grain sea salt 4 cups cooked black beans 3 celery stalks, chopped 1/3 cup sliced dried figs 1/3 cup chopped toasted almonds

2 anchovy fillets 1 garlic clove, finely minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 5 cups chopped kale 1 (14 - ounce) can hearts of palm, rinsed and thinly cut crosswise 1 apple, cored and thinly sliced 1/2 cup roasted chickpeas 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 12 ounces grilled or baked chicken breast, sliced

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 2 teaspoons harissa 3 ounces greens, such as dandelion greens 1/2 cup pitted oil - cured black olives, roughly chopped 1 large shallot thinly sliced

FOR THE ZUCCHINI 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/3 cup olive oil 2 medium zucchini (around 1 pound), cut crosswise into 1 / 2 - inch - thick slices

5 large eggs 1 cup egg whites 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons chopped oregano 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 8 ounces turkey sausage, removed from the casing and crumbled 1 pound (about 4) red potatoes, sliced thin 3 cups chopped kale 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 clove garlic, crushed Salt and pepper to taste

1 sweet potato, very thinly sliced 1 teaspoon Olive Oil Dash of cayenne pepper Dash of chili powder 3 mini sweet red and / or orange peppers, sliced 1/4 white onion, sliced 3 tablespoons store - bought salsa 1/4 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed 2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapenos 1/3 avocado, cubed 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro

1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced 1 medium summer squash, thinly sliced 1 orange bell pepper, thinly sliced and deseeded 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced and deseeded 1 tablespoon olive oil plus more for naan 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 naan breads 1/2 cup hummus 1 handful arugula 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

3 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup flour 1 medium sized onion, diced large 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 heaping cup sweet red peppers, diced large (or one red bell pepper) 2 cups cherry tomatoes (or chopped tomatoes) 1 teaspoon salt Fresh black pepper 2 bay leaves 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 8 springs fresh thyme (plus extra for garnish) 2 1/2 to 3 cups vegetable broth at room temperature 2 cups okra (about 10 oz) sliced 1/4 inch thick or so 1 1/2 cups cooked kidney beans (a 15 oz can, rinsed and drained) 1 1/2 cup cooked garbanzo beans (a 15 oz can, rinsed and drained) 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 pound carrots, scrubbed or peeled and cut into two - inch segments (angled if you're feeling fancy) 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 an avocado, pitted and sliced (we had a mega - «cado and only used 1/4 of it) Juice of half a lemon

2 tablespoons OLIVE OIL 2 cups thinly sliced LEEKS (white part only) 2 roughly chopped ONION 4 cloves GARLIC, smashed 1/2 teaspoon dried DILL 1/2 teaspoon dried ROSEMARY 1/2 teaspoon dried THYME 4 cups RUSSET POTATOES, peeled and 1/2» cubed 5 cups chicken or vegetable BROTH 2 tablespoons NUTRITIONAL YEAST (such as Bragg's — adds cheesy flavor) 1/4 cup dairy - free DAIYA CHEDDAR STYLE CHEESE SHREDS or cheddar cheese 1/2 teaspoon SEA SALT or to taste BLACK PEPPER to taste

1 rustic baguette, cut into 1/2 inch cubes 2 cups heirloom grape tomatoes, halved (or use large tomatoes) 14 oz artichoke hearts, halved 14 oz black olives 1 cup marinated mozzarella, cut in 1/2 inch pieces 1/2 cup basil leaves, thinly sliced, plus extra for garnish if desired 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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

4 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 2-1/2 pounds yellow onions, halved lengthwise and sliced 1 / 4 - inch thick 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 tablespoon all - purpose flour 1/2 cup dry red wine 4 cups beef stock 1 bay leaf 1 tablespoon fresh thyme 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 demi baguette, sliced 10 ounces Gruyere, grated

3/4 cup flour 3 tablespoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 pork tenderloin, thinly sliced into medallions 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 package (8 ounce) sliced mushrooms 2 yellow onions, sliced chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Olive oil (1 teaspoon to 2 tablespoons, however much you want to use) 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dry thyme 1 teaspoon salt Fresh black pepper 1/2 cup jasmine rice, rinsed 1/2 lb baby carrots (see comment above) 1 lb cabbage, shredded (about 1/4 of a big head) 6 cups broth 1 24 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (about 3 cups) 3 tablespoons fresh chopped dill, plus extra for garnish

Chickpea and chorizo warm salad own creation, inspired by several recipes 1 teaspoon olive oil 70g diced chorizo 1/2 large onion, thinly sliced in half - moons 2 garlic cloves, minced 200g cooked chickpeas, rinsed and drained salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons sherry handful of fresh parsley leaves Heat the oil in a large nonstick frying pan over high heat.

1/4 cup thinly sliced shallots Salt 4 cups cubed roasted chicken (optionally, with skin) 3 tablespoons chopped roasted red peppers 1 small jar (6 oz) marinated artichoke hearts (drained thoroughly), coarsely chopped 1/4 cup roughly chopped smoked almonds 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1 tablespoon whole - grain mustard 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (I used California Olive Ranch Miller's Blend) Freshly ground black polive oil (I used California Olive Ranch Miller's Blend) Freshly ground black pOlive Ranch Miller's Blend) Freshly ground black pepper

2 fresh corn cobs, corn sliced off before cooking 4 cups fresh kale with stem removed (tear leaves away from the center stem) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 cup garlic butter (see below) Sea salt and fresh ground black pepper

1 1/2 pounds ground pork 1/4 cup dry white or red wine 1 teaspoon fennel seeds 1 teaspoon granulated garlic 1 teaspoon granulated onion 1 teaspoon ground sage 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) 2 cups whole almonds 4 large free - range organic eggs 1 1/2 cups half - and - half 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon almond extract Freshly grated nutmeg 2 cups freshly grated Parmigiano - Reggiano cheese 8 slices (3/4 inch thick) good - quality Italian or white bread 3 to 4 tablespoons butter, melted Warm honey, for drizzling Fresh berries of any type, for garnish A splash of Amaretto

2 1/2 pounds fingerling potatoes, scrubbed, sliced in half lengthwise 1 teaspoon salt, divided 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced in rings 1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, sliced into thin strips 1 (10 - ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley 3/4 cup dairy - free sour cream substitute (or soft tofu, mashed and combined with 1 1/2 teaspoons distilled white vinegar) 3/4 cup milk of choice (rice, soy, hemp) 1 cup dairy - free Swiss cheese substitute 1/2 cup gluten - free, dairy - free cracker crumbs (use buttery - type cracker) Vegetable oil spray

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided 1/4 cup shallots, sliced thinly 1 cup seasonal wild mushrooms, sliced (I used white and baby portobello) 1 1/2 cups frozen pearl onions 1 cup baby carrots 2 cups chicken stock 1/4 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped 1/4 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 cups cooked pasta 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 4 - ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 (15.5 ounce) cans black beans 2 cups low - fat cottage cheese 3 tablespoons almond butter 1 garlic clove, sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 3/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 cup fresh parsley 2 tablespoons orange zest Freshly ground black pepper to taste 10 - 12 stalks of celery, cut into thirds

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 1 - inch piece fresh ginger root, peeled and grated 1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded if desired, then minced 4 to 5 cups vegetable broth as needed 2 pounds orange - fleshed sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 / 2 - inch cubes (about 4 cups) 1 1/2 cups dried lentils 1 bay leaf 1 pound Swiss chard, center ribs removed, leaves thinly sliced 1 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro Finely grated zest of 1 lime Juice of 1/2 lime 1/3 cup finely chopped tamari almonds, for garnish (optional), available in health food stores 1/4 cup chopped scallions, for garnish.

1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 1/2 small red onion, minced 1 jalapeño, minced 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar 2 tablespoons chopped basil 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon chopped thyme 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper kosher salt freshly ground black pepper 1 1 - lb sushi - grade tuna steak 6 oz baby arugula 2 avocados, pitted, peeled and sliced

4 large chicken breast halves, with skin and ribs Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 leeks, white parts only, thinly sliced 2 large carrots, sliced 1 / 4 - inch thick 1 pound white or cremini mushrooms, sliced 1 / 2 - inch thick 3 garlic cloves, chopped 1 bay leaf 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 cup dry white wine 2 to 3 cups chicken stock

I don't use the sour cream or butter but add a small can of sliced black olives and a couple tablespoons of dry Ranch dressing mix.

White Crab Mushrooms and Bok Choy 1 bunch of baby bock choy or several leaves of regular bock choy — thinly sliced 1 package of White Crab mushrooms or any other kind you like — separated 1 tablespoon olive oil sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Barley Tomato Salad 1 lb tomatoes on the vine 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling cherry tomatoes 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon coconut sugar 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus more for cherry tomatoes 3 garlic cloves — minced 2 cups yellow or red cherry tomatoes — cut in half freshly ground black pepper 1 cup pearled barley — soaked overnight and cooked for about 20 minutes, until soft, drained and cooled 1/2 cup heirloom forbidden black rice or other black rice — cooked according to package instructions, cooled assorted 3 - 5 heirloom tomatoes — sliced 3 tablespoons chopped mint leaves handful basil leaves — torn about 2 tablespoons each minced dill and parsley — optional

ingredients PORK CHOPS WITH SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS 1/4 cup olive oil (divided) 1/2 pound sweet Italian sausage (removed from casings if necessary) 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes 1/4 cup reserved pepperoncini brine 1 jar (12 ounces) pepperoncini peppers (sliced, about 3/4 cup) 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (leaves only, roughly chopped) 3 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons fennel seeds 4 center cut bone - in pork chops (1 1/2 - inches thick each) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

ingredients POMODORO: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small yellow onion (peeled, grated) 2 cloves garlic (peeled, thinly sliced) 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes 1 (28 - ounce) can San Marzano crushed tomatoes 1 bunch fresh oregano 1 bunch fresh thyme butcher's twine Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste) MEATBALLS: 1 pound sweet Italian sausage (removed from casings) 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese 1/4 cup parmesan 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 1 large egg 1/4 cup parsley (finely chopped) 1/4 cup olive oil SANDWICH: 2 loaves prepared garlic bread 8 slices provolone basil leaves (thinly sliced, to serve)

For orzo 1 cup whole wheat orzo 1 zucchini, trimmed, quartered lengthwise and deseeded 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil 3 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt plus more for cooking water and seasoning 1/4 teaspoon black pepper plus more for seasoning 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled 1/4 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced

1 pound linguine 1 bunch fresh basil (reserve some leaves for garnish) 1/2 cup pine nuts 2 avocados, pitted and peeled 2 tablespoons lemon juice 3 cloves garlic 1/2 cup olive oil Sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes or sliced sun - dried tomatoes (optional)

ingredients CASHEW CHICKEN AND BOK CHOY 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound chicken thighs (boneless, skinless, thinly sliced) 2 heads baby bok choy (thinly sliced) 3 cloves garlic (peeled, sliced) 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes 1/3 cup roasted cashews (roughly chopped) 1/4 cup cilantro (stemmed, chopped) 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari 1 teaspoon Sriracha Kosher salt and ground black pepper (to taste)

ingredients CHICKEN WITH SAFFRON, ONIONS AND OLIVES 1 large fryer chicken (4 - 5 pounds, cut into 8 peices) 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon flour 1 teaspoon saffron 8 cups onions (peeled, thinly sliced) 2 bay leaves 1/2 cup Morroccan olives (pitted) 1/2 cup chicken stock 3 tablespoons cilantro (finely chopped) 1/2 pomegranate seeds 1 scallion (sliced) cayenne pepper (to taste) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to OLIVES 1 large fryer chicken (4 - 5 pounds, cut into 8 peices) 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon flour 1 teaspoon saffron 8 cups onions (peeled, thinly sliced) 2 bay leaves 1/2 cup Morroccan olives (pitted) 1/2 cup chicken stock 3 tablespoons cilantro (finely chopped) 1/2 pomegranate seeds 1 scallion (sliced) cayenne pepper (to taste) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to olives (pitted) 1/2 cup chicken stock 3 tablespoons cilantro (finely chopped) 1/2 pomegranate seeds 1 scallion (sliced) cayenne pepper (to taste) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

ingredients TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE WITH POTATO CHIP TOPPING 1/4 cup salted butter (plus more for greasing dish) 1 medium yellow onion (peeled, finely chopped) 1 (8 - ounce) package sliced cremini mushrooms 3/4 teaspoon table salt 1/4 cup all - purpose flour 2 cups whole milk 1 cup chicken broth 8 ounces uncooked medium pasta shells 1 (6.7 - ounce) jar Italian tuna in olive oil (drained and flaked) 2 tablespoons fresh flat - leaf parsley (plus more for garnish) 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup sharp white Cheddar cheese (shredded) 1/2 cup salt and vinegar potato chips (crumbled) 1/2 cup salted potato chips (crumbled) 1/2 cup jalapeno flavored potato chips (crumbled)

1 Tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 vegan eggs = 3 Tablespoons ground flaxseed 1/4 cup + 1 Tablespoon water 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 Tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano (or regular dried is fine) 1 cup low - sodium black beans, drained and pureed 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1/3 cup almonds, toasted and chopped 1/3 cup sunflower seed, toasted 1 1/2 cups soft bread crumbs (we used 3 slices sprouted wheat bread) 1 cup oat flour 1 Tablespoon low - sodium soy sauce 1 cup finely grated carrot if frying: flour for dredging olive oil or canola oil for frying

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 FLANK STEAK WITH CRUNCHY CABBAGE 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 pound skirt or flank steak 1 1/2 cups red onion (peeled, thinly sliced) 2 medium carrots (peeled and julienned) 1 jalapeño or Serrano chili (seeded and sliced) 3 cloves garlic (peeled, minced) 4 cups shredded green cabbage 2 cups shredded red cabbage 1/2 cup low sodium beef broth 1 lime (juiced and zest) mint (roughly chopped to garnish) cilantro (roughly chopped to garnish) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

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

2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves minced garlic 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 28 - ounce can crushed tomatoes 1/4 cup vodka 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt A few dashes of fresh black pepper 1/2 cup sliced or slivered almonds 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil, plus extra for garnish 1/2 pound penne pasta

1/2 cup mild goat cheese at room temperature (I use Laura Chenel's Chevre) 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 large clove garlic, pressed 1 tablespoon basil or tarragon, minced 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, minced 2 tablespoons chives, 1 / 8 - inch slices 1/2 tablespoon thyme, minced 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon aji molido chile flakes, optional 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 tablespoons salt 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon black pepper 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 Packages of La Tortilla Factory Hand Made Style Tortillas, White Corn, Grande 1 cup Canola oil 1/2 yellow onion, diced 1 (8 - ounce) package shredded light Cheddar cheese 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced 1 (56 - ounce) can sliced black olives (optional) 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped (optional) Garnish ideas: guacamole, sour cream

1/2 a large, seedless English cucumber (about 6 to 7 ounces), chopped 1/2 a green bell pepper, chopped 1 cup (about 6 ounces) cherry or grape tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup kalamata olives (you can also serve these alongside) 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 lemon, halved 2 to 3 ounces feta (Bulgarian or French, if you can find them, are my favorites), in thick slices 2 tablespoons olive oil, or more to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 sprig oregano, leaves minced