It's Thursday - one more day, and then a three day weekend. Yay!
Here are six recipes to get you through the end of the week, including Spaghetti with Tomatoes Basil Olives and Fresh Mozzarella and Carrot Cake (yum!). Enjoy!
YUKON GOLD AND BABY SPINACH MARSALA
This is from the April 2009 issue of Vegetarian Times, and begins, “Why Yukon gold potatoes? Because their creamy but firm texture make them a perfect fit for stews, plus the tender skin doesn't need to be peeled. Serve with steamed rice, and a sweet-and-sour chutney, such as Fresh Mango Chutney on vegetariantimes.com.” (Note: The recipe for Fresh Mango Chutney follows.) Serves 4 in 30 minutes or less.
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2 Tbs. canola oil
1 lb. Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (4 cups)
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.)
2 Tbs. minced fresh ginger
1 jalapeño chile,finely chopped (1 Tbs.)
1 tsp. ground coriander
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 13.5-oz. can light coconut milk
1 6-oz. bag baby spinach
1 1/2 tsp. Garam Masala (recipe follows)
1 Tbs. lime juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Steam potatoes in steamer basket set over simmering water 10 minutes, or until just tender.
Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and sauté 8 minutes, or until soft and golden. Add garlic, ginger, and jalapeño, and sauté 1 minute, or until fragrant. Stir in coriander, cumin, and turmeric. Add steamed potatoes, and sauté 1 to 2 minutes, to coat with spices. Add coconut milk and 1/4 cup water, and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 5 minutes, or until sauce begins to thicken.
Stir in spinach, garam masala, and 1/4 cup water, and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until spinach is wilted. Stir in lime juice and cilantro.
nutritional information Per 1-cup serving: Calories: 347; Protein: 7 g; Total Fat: 16 g; Saturated Fat: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 45 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 382 mg; Fiber: 6 g; Sugar: 3 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
GARAM MASALA
This comes from the September 2010 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 70. It begins, “Once you’ve gotten the hang of roasting whole spices, it’s a snap to make your own version of this beloved Indian blend.” Makes 1/4 cup.
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1/4 cup whole cumin seeds
1 1/2-inch piece cinnamon stick
2 Tbs. whole coriander seeds
1 Tbs. green cardamom pods
1/2 tsp. black peppercorns
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. whole cloves
Heat skillet over medium-low heat. Add all ingredients, and cook 12 minutes, or until light brown, shaking pan frequently. Cool.
Crush cardamom pods to release seeds inside. Discard pods, and grind cardamom seeds and cooled, roasted spices to fine powder with mortar and pestle or in spice grinder.
nutritional information Per 1/2 tsp.: Calories: 7; Protein: less than 1 g; Total Fat: less than 1 g; Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 1 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 2 mg; Fiber: less than 1 g; Sugar: less than 1 g; Vegan
FRESH MANGO CHUTNEY
This is from the May 2001 issue of Vegetarian Times. Makes 2 cups in 30 minutes or less.
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1⁄4 cup raisins or currants
1⁄2 cup pine nuts
1 medium ripe mango
1 medium jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
2 Tbs. chopped cilantro
2 Tbs. chopped fresh mint
1 Tbs. fresh lime juice
1 Tbs. fresh orange juice
1 Tbs. pure maple syrup
1 tsp. minced fresh ginger
1/8 tsp. cayenne
In small bowl, soak raisins or currants in enough warm water to cover, until soft, about 10 minutes. Drain.
In small skillet over medium-high heat, toast pine nuts, shaking pan often until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes.
Peel mango and cut small slice off one end. Place mango, cut side down, on cutting board and work around pit, cutting each side of mango into large slices. Use paring knife to cut flesh away from pit. Roughly chop fruit into small pieces.
In medium bowl, combine mango with pine nuts, remaining ingredients and salt to taste; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chutney will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
nutritional information Per 2-tablespoon serving: Calories: 24; Protein: 0 g; Total Fat: 1 g; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 0 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Vegan
CARROT CAKE
This comes from Alton Brown of the Food Network show Good Eats.
Total:2 hr 50 min; Prep: 40 min; Inactive: 1 hr; Cook: 1 hr 10 min; Yield: 1 (9-inch) cake; Level: Easy
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Ingredients
Unsalted butter, for the pan
12 ounces, approximately 2 1/2 cups, all-purpose flour, plus extra for pan
12 ounces grated carrots, medium grate, approximately 6 medium
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
10 ounces sugar, approximately 1 1/3 cups
2 ounces dark brown sugar, approximately 1/4 cup firmly packed
3 large eggs
6 ounces plain yogurt
6 ounces vegetable oil
Cream Cheese Frosting, recipe follows
Directions
Watch how to make this recipe.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Butter and flour a 9-inch round and 3-inch deep cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper. Set aside.
Put the carrots into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
Put the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt in the bowl of a food processor and process for 5 seconds. Add this mixture to the carrots and toss until they are well-coated with the flour.
In the bowl of the food processor combine the sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and yogurt.
With the processor still running drizzle in the vegetable oil. Pour this mixture into the carrot mixture and stir until just combined. Pour into the prepared cake pan and bake on the middle rack of the oven for 45 minutes. Reduce the heat to 325 degrees F and bake for another 20 minutes or until the cake reaches 205 to 210 degrees F in the center.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow cake to cool 15 minutes in the pan. After 15 minutes, turn the cake out onto a rack and allow cake to cool completely. Frost with cream cheese frosting after cake has cooled completely.
Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 ounces cream cheese
2 ounces unsalted butter, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
9 ounces powdered sugar, sifted, approximately 2 cups
In the bowl of a stand mixer with paddle attachment, combine the cream cheese and butter on medium just until blended. Add the vanilla and beat until combined. With the speed on low, add the powdered sugar in 4 batches and beat until smooth between each addition.
Place the frosting in the refrigerator for 5 to 10 minutes before using.
Yield: approximately 2 cups
CREAMY WEEKNIGHT MACARONI AND CHEESE
This comes from Alison Roman in The New York Times cooking e-newsletter. Alison wrote, “Just as quick as the boxed variety, this creamy macaroni and cheese skirts the traditional butter and flour roux with assistance from cream cheese. While the cream cheese adds an important lusciousness, it doesn’t do the macaroni and cheese any favors when it comes to its flavor, so it’s important to use the sharpest, tangiest Cheddar you can get your hands on. For perfectly coated noodles, make sure to cook the pasta in the sauce for a minute or two.”
Yield: 4 servings; Time: 25 minutes
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Ingredients
1 pound elbows, shells, cavatappi, farfalle, fusilli or other short, tube-shaped pasta
Kosher salt
2 cups whole milk
8 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1-inch pieces
12 ounces sharp or white Cheddar, grated
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Freshly ground pepper
Preparation
Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water until just barely al dente; drain.
Meanwhile, bring milk up to a simmer in a large pot. (The pot should be large enough to hold all the pasta when cooked.) Reduce heat to low, add cream cheese, and whisk until it’s completely blended and no lumps remain. Add Cheddar cheese and butter, whisking until everything is completely melted. Season with salt and a generous amount of pepper.
Add cooked pasta and stir to coat. Continue to cook over medium-low heat until the sauce has thickened and is coating each piece of pasta nicely, 2 to 3 minutes; sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. Season again with more salt and pepper before serving.
SPAGHETTI WITH TOMATOES, BASIL, OLIVES AND FRESH MOZZARELLA
This is from Familytime, and begins, “Since the tomatoes here are not cooked, you’ll really notice their flavor.”
Serves: 4; Prep Time: 10 minutes; Cook Time: 13 minutes
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Ingredients
2 pounds vine ripened tomatoes, (about 6), chopped
3/4 pound salted mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes, at room temperature
1 1/4 cups chopped, fresh basil
1/2 cup halved and pitted black olives
4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 pound spaghetti
1/2 cup olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
Directions
In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes with the mozzarella, basil, olives, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the spaghetti until just done, about 12 minutes. Drain, add to the tomato mixture, and toss.
Heat the oil in a small frying pan over moderately low heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Pour the oil over the pasta and toss again.
Variations: Add some drained capers, chopped red onion or grated Parmesan to the pasta.
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Thursday, May 24, 2018
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Double-Post Tuesday
Besides being Taco Tuesday, it's also Double-Post Tuesday. Today's offerings include Ultimate Veggie Burgers and Fresh Mango Chutney. Enjoy!
COCONUT RICE
This is from Tejal Rao in The New York Times cooking e-newsletter. The recipe begins, “Coconut milk lends rice both fat and sweetness, making it a richer, more mellow side than plain rice. To make it, simply replace half of the cooking water with coconut milk. It becomes a meal if you serve it with a fried egg, finely sliced pickled chiles with a little of their pickling liquid and some crushed peanuts. And if you wanted to turn it into dessert, serving it with ripe fruit like cut mango on top, you could stick to the recipe below, but bump the sugar up to 2 tablespoons.”
Yield: 3 to 4 servings; Time: 35 minutes
To view this recipe online, click here.
LEARN: How to Make Rice
Ingredients
1 cup long-grain white rice, such as jasmine
3/4 cup coconut milk
1 scant tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
3/4 cup water
Preparation
Rinse the rice a few times, until the water that drains away runs almost completely clear.
Put in a medium, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat with coconut milk, water, sugar and salt. When the liquid comes up to a boil, give it a good stir, scraping the bottom of the pot. Cover the pot and turn the heat down to low.
Cook for 15 minutes, then turn off the heat and let the rice rest for 10 minutes. Mix gently with a flexible rubber spatula. Taste, season with salt and serve.
BAKED ARANCINI WITH PEPPERY TOMATO SAUCE
This is from Michelle Stark of the Tampa Bay Times. Serves 4.
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For the sauce:
1 red bell pepper
Olive oil
Salt
Pepper
2 garlic cloves
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Red pepper flakes, to taste
Handful of fresh basil, chopped
For the arancini:
1 to 2 cups panko bread crumbs
Salt, to taste
Garlic powder, to taste
2 to 3 cups cooked and chilled risotto
1 egg
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
Pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Parmesan cheese, for serving
Fresh parsley, chopped, for serving
Make the sauce: Cut the top off the red bell pepper, then halve it lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and ribs and cut into quarters. Place on a baking sheet lined with foil. Drizzle with olive oil, making sure the pepper pieces are coated. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Place in oven on the top rack and broil until pepper is very brown and charred. Keep an eye on it. When pepper pieces are mostly charred, remove from oven. Carefully remove any very charred skin and chop the rest of the pepper very finely. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add garlic and a swirl of olive oil. Cook for 5 minutes until garlic is lightly browned, then add crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, season with salt and pepper and stir. Lower to a simmer and add red pepper flakes and basil. Taste it and adjust seasonings if desired. Simmer for 15 minutes while you prepare arancini.
Make the arancini: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread bread crumbs out on the parchment paper, spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with salt and garlic powder. Cook for 5 minutes, until crumbs are lightly browned and fragrant. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
Meanwhile, place cooked risotto in a large bowl, then add egg, yogurt, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Start adding flour 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing in between each addition. About 4 tablespoons in, try to form a ball about the size of a golf ball with the risotto. If mixture is too sticky or not holding together, add the rest of the flour. If ball holds together, you’re good to go.
Prepare another baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and coating with cooking spray. Gently roll risotto mixture into balls; you’ll likely get between 20 to 25. Place on balls on prepared baking sheet.
Carefully roll balls, one at a time, in bread crumbs on other baking sheet until each ball is coated entirely with crumbs.
Place arancini back on risotto baking sheet and spray generously with cooking spray. Season with salt and pepper and bake for about 25 minutes until brown. If you want them even browner, broil for about 5 minutes, watching them to make sure they don’t burn.
Serve hot with sauce on the side and more Parmesan cheese and parsley to garnish.
YUKON GOLD AND BABY SPINACH MARSALA
This is from the April 2009 issue of Vegetarian Times, and begins, “Why Yukon gold potatoes? Because their creamy but firm texture make them a perfect fit for stews, plus the tender skin doesn't need to be peeled. Serve with steamed rice, and a sweet-and-sour chutney, such as Fresh Mango Chutney on vegetariantimes.com.” (Note: The recipe for Fresh Mango Chutney follows.) Serves 4 in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
2 Tbs. canola oil
1 lb. Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (4 cups)
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.)
2 Tbs. minced fresh ginger
1 jalapeño chile,finely chopped (1 Tbs.)
1 tsp. ground coriander
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 13.5-oz. can light coconut milk
1 6-oz. bag baby spinach
1 1/2 tsp. Garam Masala (recipe follows)
1 Tbs. lime juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Steam potatoes in steamer basket set over simmering water 10 minutes, or until just tender.
Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and sauté 8 minutes, or until soft and golden. Add garlic, ginger, and jalapeño, and sauté 1 minute, or until fragrant. Stir in coriander, cumin, and turmeric. Add steamed potatoes, and sauté 1 to 2 minutes, to coat with spices. Add coconut milk and 1/4 cup water, and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 5 minutes, or until sauce begins to thicken.
Stir in spinach, garam masala, and 1/4 cup water, and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until spinach is wilted. Stir in lime juice and cilantro.
nutritional information Per 1-cup serving: Calories: 347; Protein: 7 g; Total Fat: 16 g; Saturated Fat: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 45 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 382 mg; Fiber: 6 g; Sugar: 3 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
GARAM MASALA
This comes from the September 2010 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 70. It begins, “Once you’ve gotten the hang of roasting whole spices, it’s a snap to make your own version of this beloved Indian blend.” Makes 1/4 cup.
To view this online, click here.
1/4 cup whole cumin seeds
1 1/2-inch piece cinnamon stick
2 Tbs. whole coriander seeds
1 Tbs. green cardamom pods
1/2 tsp. black peppercorns
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. whole cloves
Heat skillet over medium-low heat. Add all ingredients, and cook 12 minutes, or until light brown, shaking pan frequently. Cool.
Crush cardamom pods to release seeds inside. Discard pods, and grind cardamom seeds and cooled, roasted spices to fine powder with mortar and pestle or in spice grinder.
nutritional information Per 1/2 tsp.: Calories: 7; Protein: less than 1 g; Total Fat: less than 1 g; Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 1 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 2 mg; Fiber: less than 1 g; Sugar: less than 1 g; Vegan
FRESH MANGO CHUTNEY
This is from the May 2001 issue of Vegetarian Times. Makes 2 cups in 30 minutes or less.
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1⁄4 cup raisins or currants
1⁄2 cup pine nuts
1 medium ripe mango
1 medium jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
2 Tbs. chopped cilantro
2 Tbs. chopped fresh mint
1 Tbs. fresh lime juice
1 Tbs. fresh orange juice
1 Tbs. pure maple syrup
1 tsp. minced fresh ginger
1/8 tsp. cayenne
In small bowl, soak raisins or currants in enough warm water to cover, until soft, about 10 minutes. Drain.
In small skillet over medium-high heat, toast pine nuts, shaking pan often until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes.
Peel mango and cut small slice off one end. Place mango, cut side down, on cutting board and work around pit, cutting each side of mango into large slices. Use paring knife to cut flesh away from pit. Roughly chop fruit into small pieces.
In medium bowl, combine mango with pine nuts, remaining ingredients and salt to taste; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chutney will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
nutritional information Per 2-tablespoon serving: Calories: 24; Protein: 0 g; Total Fat: 1 g; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 0 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Vegan
THE ULTIMATE VEGGIE BURGER
This comes from Melissa Clark in The New York Times cooking e-newsletter. Melissa wrote, “You make a veggie burger because you want the hamburger experience without the meat. This one delivers. It’s got a firm, beefy texture that takes on the char and smoke of the grill, but is adaptable enough to cook inside on your stove. The enemy of a veggie burger is mushiness, which stems from a high moisture content. To combat that, the very watery ingredients – mushrooms, tofu, beans and beets – are roasted to both dehydrate them somewhat and intensify their flavors. Yes, the ingredient list here is long; you need a diverse lot to make a good veggie burger. And each one adds something in terms of flavor and/or texture. Garnish this any way you like, and don’t forget to toast the buns.” Yield: 6 burger.
This was featured in “The Ultimate Veggie Burger”, and can be found online here.
Also, there are two guides that went with this recipe that you might want to check out. The first is “How to Cook Beans”, and the second is “How to Grill”. Enjoy!
Ingredients
4 ounces extra-firm tofu, drained
Olive oil
1/2 pound cremini mushrooms, trimmed and sliced
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, more as needed
Black pepper, as needed
1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 medium beet, peeled and coarsely grated (3/4 cup)
3/4 cup tamari almonds or cashews
1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
2 ounces Cotija cheese or queso blanco, crumbled or grated (about 1/2 cup)
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 scallions, sliced
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3/4 teaspoon dulce pimentón or sweet smoked paprika
4 ounces tempeh, crumbled
1/2 cup cooked brown rice
Preparation
Heat oven to 425 degrees. Slice tofu into 1/4-inch-thick slabs and pat dry with paper towel. Arrange tofu on one half of a rimmed baking sheet; brush both sides with oil. Spread mushrooms on the other half of the baking sheet; toss with 2 tablespoons oil and salt and pepper.
On a second rimmed baking sheet, toss beans and grated beet with 1 tablespoon oil and salt and pepper, then spread the mixture into one layer.
Transfer both baking sheets to the oven. Roast bean-beet mixture, tossing occasionally, until beans begin to split and beets are tender and golden, about 15 minutes. Roast mushrooms and tofu until golden and most of the liquid has evaporated, about 25 minutes. Let everything cool.
Place nuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely ground. Add cooled bean-beet mixture, mushrooms, tofu, panko, cheese, eggs, mayonnaise, scallion, garlic, pimentón and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Pulse until ingredients are just combined. Pulse in tempeh and rice but do not overprocess. You want small chunks, not a smooth mixture. Scrape mixture into a bowl and chill at least 2 hours or up to 5 days (you can also freeze the burger mix).
When you are ready to make the burgers, divide mixture into 6 equal portions and form each portion into a patty about 1 inch thick. Return to the fridge until just before grilling. They grill better when they start out cold.
Heat the grill. Cook the burgers over a low fire until they are charred on both sides and firm when you press on them, 4 to 6 minutes per side. If they start to burn before they firm up, move them to the sides of the grill to finish cooking over indirect heat. Alternatively, you can cook these on a grill pan or in a skillet over low heat.
COCONUT RICE
This is from Tejal Rao in The New York Times cooking e-newsletter. The recipe begins, “Coconut milk lends rice both fat and sweetness, making it a richer, more mellow side than plain rice. To make it, simply replace half of the cooking water with coconut milk. It becomes a meal if you serve it with a fried egg, finely sliced pickled chiles with a little of their pickling liquid and some crushed peanuts. And if you wanted to turn it into dessert, serving it with ripe fruit like cut mango on top, you could stick to the recipe below, but bump the sugar up to 2 tablespoons.”
Yield: 3 to 4 servings; Time: 35 minutes
To view this recipe online, click here.
LEARN: How to Make Rice
Ingredients
1 cup long-grain white rice, such as jasmine
3/4 cup coconut milk
1 scant tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
3/4 cup water
Preparation
Rinse the rice a few times, until the water that drains away runs almost completely clear.
Put in a medium, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat with coconut milk, water, sugar and salt. When the liquid comes up to a boil, give it a good stir, scraping the bottom of the pot. Cover the pot and turn the heat down to low.
Cook for 15 minutes, then turn off the heat and let the rice rest for 10 minutes. Mix gently with a flexible rubber spatula. Taste, season with salt and serve.
BAKED ARANCINI WITH PEPPERY TOMATO SAUCE
This is from Michelle Stark of the Tampa Bay Times. Serves 4.
To view this online, click here.
For the sauce:
1 red bell pepper
Olive oil
Salt
Pepper
2 garlic cloves
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Red pepper flakes, to taste
Handful of fresh basil, chopped
For the arancini:
1 to 2 cups panko bread crumbs
Salt, to taste
Garlic powder, to taste
2 to 3 cups cooked and chilled risotto
1 egg
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
Pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Parmesan cheese, for serving
Fresh parsley, chopped, for serving
Make the sauce: Cut the top off the red bell pepper, then halve it lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and ribs and cut into quarters. Place on a baking sheet lined with foil. Drizzle with olive oil, making sure the pepper pieces are coated. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Place in oven on the top rack and broil until pepper is very brown and charred. Keep an eye on it. When pepper pieces are mostly charred, remove from oven. Carefully remove any very charred skin and chop the rest of the pepper very finely. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add garlic and a swirl of olive oil. Cook for 5 minutes until garlic is lightly browned, then add crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, season with salt and pepper and stir. Lower to a simmer and add red pepper flakes and basil. Taste it and adjust seasonings if desired. Simmer for 15 minutes while you prepare arancini.
Make the arancini: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread bread crumbs out on the parchment paper, spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with salt and garlic powder. Cook for 5 minutes, until crumbs are lightly browned and fragrant. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
Meanwhile, place cooked risotto in a large bowl, then add egg, yogurt, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Start adding flour 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing in between each addition. About 4 tablespoons in, try to form a ball about the size of a golf ball with the risotto. If mixture is too sticky or not holding together, add the rest of the flour. If ball holds together, you’re good to go.
Prepare another baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and coating with cooking spray. Gently roll risotto mixture into balls; you’ll likely get between 20 to 25. Place on balls on prepared baking sheet.
Carefully roll balls, one at a time, in bread crumbs on other baking sheet until each ball is coated entirely with crumbs.
Place arancini back on risotto baking sheet and spray generously with cooking spray. Season with salt and pepper and bake for about 25 minutes until brown. If you want them even browner, broil for about 5 minutes, watching them to make sure they don’t burn.
Serve hot with sauce on the side and more Parmesan cheese and parsley to garnish.
YUKON GOLD AND BABY SPINACH MARSALA
This is from the April 2009 issue of Vegetarian Times, and begins, “Why Yukon gold potatoes? Because their creamy but firm texture make them a perfect fit for stews, plus the tender skin doesn't need to be peeled. Serve with steamed rice, and a sweet-and-sour chutney, such as Fresh Mango Chutney on vegetariantimes.com.” (Note: The recipe for Fresh Mango Chutney follows.) Serves 4 in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
2 Tbs. canola oil
1 lb. Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (4 cups)
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.)
2 Tbs. minced fresh ginger
1 jalapeño chile,finely chopped (1 Tbs.)
1 tsp. ground coriander
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 13.5-oz. can light coconut milk
1 6-oz. bag baby spinach
1 1/2 tsp. Garam Masala (recipe follows)
1 Tbs. lime juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Steam potatoes in steamer basket set over simmering water 10 minutes, or until just tender.
Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and sauté 8 minutes, or until soft and golden. Add garlic, ginger, and jalapeño, and sauté 1 minute, or until fragrant. Stir in coriander, cumin, and turmeric. Add steamed potatoes, and sauté 1 to 2 minutes, to coat with spices. Add coconut milk and 1/4 cup water, and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 5 minutes, or until sauce begins to thicken.
Stir in spinach, garam masala, and 1/4 cup water, and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until spinach is wilted. Stir in lime juice and cilantro.
nutritional information Per 1-cup serving: Calories: 347; Protein: 7 g; Total Fat: 16 g; Saturated Fat: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 45 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 382 mg; Fiber: 6 g; Sugar: 3 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
GARAM MASALA
This comes from the September 2010 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 70. It begins, “Once you’ve gotten the hang of roasting whole spices, it’s a snap to make your own version of this beloved Indian blend.” Makes 1/4 cup.
To view this online, click here.
1/4 cup whole cumin seeds
1 1/2-inch piece cinnamon stick
2 Tbs. whole coriander seeds
1 Tbs. green cardamom pods
1/2 tsp. black peppercorns
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. whole cloves
Heat skillet over medium-low heat. Add all ingredients, and cook 12 minutes, or until light brown, shaking pan frequently. Cool.
Crush cardamom pods to release seeds inside. Discard pods, and grind cardamom seeds and cooled, roasted spices to fine powder with mortar and pestle or in spice grinder.
nutritional information Per 1/2 tsp.: Calories: 7; Protein: less than 1 g; Total Fat: less than 1 g; Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 1 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 2 mg; Fiber: less than 1 g; Sugar: less than 1 g; Vegan
FRESH MANGO CHUTNEY
This is from the May 2001 issue of Vegetarian Times. Makes 2 cups in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
1⁄4 cup raisins or currants
1⁄2 cup pine nuts
1 medium ripe mango
1 medium jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
2 Tbs. chopped cilantro
2 Tbs. chopped fresh mint
1 Tbs. fresh lime juice
1 Tbs. fresh orange juice
1 Tbs. pure maple syrup
1 tsp. minced fresh ginger
1/8 tsp. cayenne
In small bowl, soak raisins or currants in enough warm water to cover, until soft, about 10 minutes. Drain.
In small skillet over medium-high heat, toast pine nuts, shaking pan often until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes.
Peel mango and cut small slice off one end. Place mango, cut side down, on cutting board and work around pit, cutting each side of mango into large slices. Use paring knife to cut flesh away from pit. Roughly chop fruit into small pieces.
In medium bowl, combine mango with pine nuts, remaining ingredients and salt to taste; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chutney will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
nutritional information Per 2-tablespoon serving: Calories: 24; Protein: 0 g; Total Fat: 1 g; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 0 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Vegan
THE ULTIMATE VEGGIE BURGER
This comes from Melissa Clark in The New York Times cooking e-newsletter. Melissa wrote, “You make a veggie burger because you want the hamburger experience without the meat. This one delivers. It’s got a firm, beefy texture that takes on the char and smoke of the grill, but is adaptable enough to cook inside on your stove. The enemy of a veggie burger is mushiness, which stems from a high moisture content. To combat that, the very watery ingredients – mushrooms, tofu, beans and beets – are roasted to both dehydrate them somewhat and intensify their flavors. Yes, the ingredient list here is long; you need a diverse lot to make a good veggie burger. And each one adds something in terms of flavor and/or texture. Garnish this any way you like, and don’t forget to toast the buns.” Yield: 6 burger.
This was featured in “The Ultimate Veggie Burger”, and can be found online here.
Also, there are two guides that went with this recipe that you might want to check out. The first is “How to Cook Beans”, and the second is “How to Grill”. Enjoy!
Ingredients
4 ounces extra-firm tofu, drained
Olive oil
1/2 pound cremini mushrooms, trimmed and sliced
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, more as needed
Black pepper, as needed
1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 medium beet, peeled and coarsely grated (3/4 cup)
3/4 cup tamari almonds or cashews
1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
2 ounces Cotija cheese or queso blanco, crumbled or grated (about 1/2 cup)
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 scallions, sliced
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3/4 teaspoon dulce pimentón or sweet smoked paprika
4 ounces tempeh, crumbled
1/2 cup cooked brown rice
Preparation
Heat oven to 425 degrees. Slice tofu into 1/4-inch-thick slabs and pat dry with paper towel. Arrange tofu on one half of a rimmed baking sheet; brush both sides with oil. Spread mushrooms on the other half of the baking sheet; toss with 2 tablespoons oil and salt and pepper.
On a second rimmed baking sheet, toss beans and grated beet with 1 tablespoon oil and salt and pepper, then spread the mixture into one layer.
Transfer both baking sheets to the oven. Roast bean-beet mixture, tossing occasionally, until beans begin to split and beets are tender and golden, about 15 minutes. Roast mushrooms and tofu until golden and most of the liquid has evaporated, about 25 minutes. Let everything cool.
Place nuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely ground. Add cooled bean-beet mixture, mushrooms, tofu, panko, cheese, eggs, mayonnaise, scallion, garlic, pimentón and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Pulse until ingredients are just combined. Pulse in tempeh and rice but do not overprocess. You want small chunks, not a smooth mixture. Scrape mixture into a bowl and chill at least 2 hours or up to 5 days (you can also freeze the burger mix).
When you are ready to make the burgers, divide mixture into 6 equal portions and form each portion into a patty about 1 inch thick. Return to the fridge until just before grilling. They grill better when they start out cold.
Heat the grill. Cook the burgers over a low fire until they are charred on both sides and firm when you press on them, 4 to 6 minutes per side. If they start to burn before they firm up, move them to the sides of the grill to finish cooking over indirect heat. Alternatively, you can cook these on a grill pan or in a skillet over low heat.
Thursday, May 19, 2016
Thursday Recipes
Enjoy!
YUKON GOLD AND BABY SPINACH MARSALA
This is from the April 2009 issue of Vegetarian Times, and begins, “Why Yukon gold potatoes? Because their creamy but firm texture make them a perfect fit for stews, plus the tender skin doesn't need to be peeled. Serve with steamed rice, and a sweet-and-sour chutney, such as Fresh Mango Chutney on vegetariantimes.com.” (Note: The recipe for Fresh Mango Chutney follows.) Serves 4 in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
2 Tbs. canola oil
1 lb. Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (4 cups)
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.)
2 Tbs. minced fresh ginger
1 jalapeño chile,finely chopped (1 Tbs.)
1 tsp. ground coriander
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 13.5-oz. can light coconut milk
1 6-oz. bag baby spinach
1 1/2 tsp. Garam Masala (recipe follows)
1 Tbs. lime juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Steam potatoes in steamer basket set over simmering water 10 minutes, or until just tender.
Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and sauté 8 minutes, or until soft and golden. Add garlic, ginger, and jalapeño, and sauté 1 minute, or until fragrant. Stir in coriander, cumin, and turmeric. Add steamed potatoes, and sauté 1 to 2 minutes, to coat with spices. Add coconut milk and 1/4 cup water, and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 5 minutes, or until sauce begins to thicken.
Stir in spinach, garam masala, and 1/4 cup water, and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until spinach is wilted. Stir in lime juice and cilantro.
nutritional information Per 1-cup serving: Calories: 347; Protein: 7 g; Total Fat: 16 g; Saturated Fat: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 45 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 382 mg; Fiber: 6 g; Sugar: 3 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
GARAM MASALA
This comes from the September 2010 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 70. It begins, “Once you’ve gotten the hang of roasting whole spices, it’s a snap to make your own version of this beloved Indian blend.” Makes 1/4 cup.
To view this online, click here.
1/4 cup whole cumin seeds
1 1/2-inch piece cinnamon stick
2 Tbs. whole coriander seeds
1 Tbs. green cardamom pods
1/2 tsp. black peppercorns
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. whole cloves
Heat skillet over medium-low heat. Add all ingredients, and cook 12 minutes, or until light brown, shaking pan frequently. Cool.
Crush cardamom pods to release seeds inside. Discard pods, and grind cardamom seeds and cooled, roasted spices to fine powder with mortar and pestle or in spice grinder.
nutritional information Per 1/2 tsp.: Calories: 7; Protein: less than 1 g; Total Fat: less than 1 g; Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 1 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 2 mg; Fiber: less than 1 g; Sugar: less than 1 g; Vegan
FRESH MANGO CHUTNEY
This is from the May 2001 issue of Vegetarian Times. Makes 2 cups in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
1⁄4 cup raisins or currants
1⁄2 cup pine nuts
1 medium ripe mango
1 medium jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
2 Tbs. chopped cilantro
2 Tbs. chopped fresh mint
1 Tbs. fresh lime juice
1 Tbs. fresh orange juice
1 Tbs. pure maple syrup
1 tsp. minced fresh ginger
1/8 tsp. cayenne
In small bowl, soak raisins or currants in enough warm water to cover, until soft, about 10 minutes. Drain.
In small skillet over medium-high heat, toast pine nuts, shaking pan often until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes.
Peel mango and cut small slice off one end. Place mango, cut side down, on cutting board and work around pit, cutting each side of mango into large slices. Use paring knife to cut flesh away from pit. Roughly chop fruit into small pieces.
In medium bowl, combine mango with pine nuts, remaining ingredients and salt to taste; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chutney will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
nutritional information Per 2-tablespoon serving: Calories: 24; Protein: 0 g; Total Fat: 1 g; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 0 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Vegan
FETTUCCINE WITH ASPARAGUS
This comes from Pierre Franey in The New York Times cooking e-newsletter. Pierre wrote, “Finding a 30-minute dish that's elegant enough for a dinner party is no simple task, but this warm-weather pasta is one to fit the bill. It is gleefully easy to put together. Just toss slices of blanched asparagus with a tangle of cooked fettuccine slicked with butter. Shower with grated Parmesan and serve.” Yield: 4 servings; Time: 25 minutes.
Not sure how to cook asparagus? Read ”How to Cook Asparagus”, David Tanis’s guide to cooking this wonderful vegetable. (David Tanis writes The New York Times’s City Kitchen column. Many of his recipes are posted in the Times’s cooking e-newsletter.)
To view Pierre Franey’s Fettuccine with Asparagus recipe online, click here.
Ingredients
6 fresh asparagus spears, about 1/2 pound
10 ounces fresh fettuccine or 3/4 pound dried fettuccine
2 tablespoons butter
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil or parsley
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground pepper and salt to taste
Preparation
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
Cut off tough ends of asparagus spears. Cut each on the bias into 1-inch lengths. There should be about 1 1/2 cups. Rinse well and drain.
Add the asparagus to the boiling water and cook about 2 minutes. Remove asparagus with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Drop the fettuccine into salted boiling water. Let cook to desired degree of doneness (cooking time will range from about 2 to 2 1/2 minutes for fresh pasta to 9 minutes or more for dried). Reserve 2 tablespoons cooking water. Drain the pasta.
Heat the butter in the pot in which the pasta was cooked. Add the asparagus pieces and the fettuccine. Add salt, pepper and nutmeg. Add the reserved 2 tablespoons of cooking water and basil. Toss to blend. Serve hot with Parmesan cheese on the side.
WHOLE GRAIN BLUEBERRY MUFFINS WITH ORANGE STREUSEL
This is from Julia Moskin, also in The New York Times cooking e-newsletter. Julia wrote, “This master recipe for juicy, whole grain berry muffins is both extremely flexible and extremely rewarding. It is sweet but not sugary, packed with whole grains but not dense, and reasonably rich in fiber, protein, complex carbohydrates and healthy fats. The fresh berries and nuts are interchangeable with dried fruit, coconut or sunflower seeds. And the muffins freeze beautifully; they can go from a 300-degree oven to the breakfast table (or the car) in about 20 minutes.” Yield: 18 to 24 muffins; Time: about 2 hours.
To view this online, click here.
Ingredients
For the Muffins:
2 cups all-purpose flour, more as needed
2/3 cup whole wheat flour or wheat germ, preferably toasted
2/3 cup fine-ground yellow cornmeal
2/3 cup rolled oats (not quick-cooking)
2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons nutmeg or allspice (or use additional cinnamon)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cups buttermilk, more as needed
1 1/3 cup coconut oil, or neutral oil like safflower or canola
2/3 cup maple syrup
4 eggs
2 cups grated carrots or tart apple
1 1/2 cups blueberries
1 cup chopped toasted walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the Streusel (Optional):
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup coconut oil or cold unsalted butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoons finely grated orange zest
Preparation
Make the muffins: In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flours, cornmeal, oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, mix the wet ingredients: buttermilk, oil, maple syrup and eggs.
Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and gently mix just until blended. Don’t worry about a few lumps or streaks of flour. Stir in the carrots, blueberries and nuts if using. (If you'd like, reserve a handful of blueberries for sprinkling on top of the muffins just before baking.)
Set batter aside at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes to allow flours to absorb the liquid. Check batter after 15 minutes by giving it a light stir. It should be thick, not runny (this will help the muffins rise). Thin with a little more buttermilk or thicken by adding 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour. Set aside for 5 minutes more, check and adjust texture again, and repeat until batter is thick and fluffy.
Heat oven to 425 degrees and place rack in top third of oven. Butter or spray a muffin tin (regular or jumbo), or line the cups with paper liners. Make sure to also butter or spray the top surface of the tin to help the muffins release.
Make the streusel if using: In a small bowl, mix and pinch all the ingredients together until blended and crumbly. (If using butter, cut into small pieces first.)
Using an ice-cream scoop or small ladle, divide thick batter among muffin cups, filling almost to the top. Mound the batter slightly in the center of each cup; this will help make a domed muffin top. If you reserved blueberries for topping, press them lightly into the muffins. If you are topping with streusel, use your fingers to divide streusel over batter and press lightly onto the surface.
Place muffin tin in oven and reduce heat to 400 degrees. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until a tester inserted into center of muffin comes out moist but clean. Rotate the pan halfway through baking. Cool muffins in pan on rack, then remove from tin.
Repeat with remaining batter. If there is not enough batter remaining to fill all the cups, fill every other cup with batter. Pour water into the empty cups to protect the pan in the oven.
Tip:
To freeze extra muffins, wrap them individually in aluminum foil. Reheat, still wrapped, in a 300-degree oven for about 20 minutes. Or unwrap and reheat in a microwave.
HEAVENLY ICE CREAM CAKE WITH RASPBERRY COULIS
This comes from the January 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, and begins, “Prepared angel food cakes from the supermarket bakery section are good items to have on hand for desserts. Before preparing this elaborate-looking recipe, freeze the cake completely. It slices easily with a serrated knife.” Serves 12.
To view this online, click here.
1 16-oz. angel food cake, frozen
1 10-oz. jar raspberry preserves
1/4 cup raspberry liqueur or orange juice
2 pints low-fat vanilla ice cream, softened, divided
1 10-oz. pkg. frozen raspberries in syrup, thawed
Cut cake into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Cover bottom of 9-inch springform pan with slices, cutting one or two slices as necessary to fill in gaps.
Combine raspberry preserves and liqueur in small saucepan over medium heat, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 5 minutes. Brush half of raspberry mixture over cake in pan. Spread 1 pint ice cream over cake, and smooth top. Arrange more cake slices over ice cream to cover completely. Spread remaining raspberry mixture over cake. Smooth remaining pint of ice cream over cake. Cover with plastic wrap, and freeze overnight. (Can be prepared up to 3 days in advance up to this point.)
Purée thawed raspberries and syrup in food processor until smooth. Strain into bowl.
Run knife around sides of springform pan. Release sides from cake. Slice into wedges, and top with raspberry coulis.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 273; Protein: 4 g; Total Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 60 g; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Sodium: 319 mg; Fiber: 2 g; Sugar: 31 g
YUKON GOLD AND BABY SPINACH MARSALA
This is from the April 2009 issue of Vegetarian Times, and begins, “Why Yukon gold potatoes? Because their creamy but firm texture make them a perfect fit for stews, plus the tender skin doesn't need to be peeled. Serve with steamed rice, and a sweet-and-sour chutney, such as Fresh Mango Chutney on vegetariantimes.com.” (Note: The recipe for Fresh Mango Chutney follows.) Serves 4 in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
2 Tbs. canola oil
1 lb. Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (4 cups)
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.)
2 Tbs. minced fresh ginger
1 jalapeño chile,finely chopped (1 Tbs.)
1 tsp. ground coriander
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 13.5-oz. can light coconut milk
1 6-oz. bag baby spinach
1 1/2 tsp. Garam Masala (recipe follows)
1 Tbs. lime juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Steam potatoes in steamer basket set over simmering water 10 minutes, or until just tender.
Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and sauté 8 minutes, or until soft and golden. Add garlic, ginger, and jalapeño, and sauté 1 minute, or until fragrant. Stir in coriander, cumin, and turmeric. Add steamed potatoes, and sauté 1 to 2 minutes, to coat with spices. Add coconut milk and 1/4 cup water, and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 5 minutes, or until sauce begins to thicken.
Stir in spinach, garam masala, and 1/4 cup water, and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until spinach is wilted. Stir in lime juice and cilantro.
nutritional information Per 1-cup serving: Calories: 347; Protein: 7 g; Total Fat: 16 g; Saturated Fat: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 45 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 382 mg; Fiber: 6 g; Sugar: 3 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
GARAM MASALA
This comes from the September 2010 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 70. It begins, “Once you’ve gotten the hang of roasting whole spices, it’s a snap to make your own version of this beloved Indian blend.” Makes 1/4 cup.
To view this online, click here.
1/4 cup whole cumin seeds
1 1/2-inch piece cinnamon stick
2 Tbs. whole coriander seeds
1 Tbs. green cardamom pods
1/2 tsp. black peppercorns
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. whole cloves
Heat skillet over medium-low heat. Add all ingredients, and cook 12 minutes, or until light brown, shaking pan frequently. Cool.
Crush cardamom pods to release seeds inside. Discard pods, and grind cardamom seeds and cooled, roasted spices to fine powder with mortar and pestle or in spice grinder.
nutritional information Per 1/2 tsp.: Calories: 7; Protein: less than 1 g; Total Fat: less than 1 g; Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 1 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 2 mg; Fiber: less than 1 g; Sugar: less than 1 g; Vegan
FRESH MANGO CHUTNEY
This is from the May 2001 issue of Vegetarian Times. Makes 2 cups in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
1⁄4 cup raisins or currants
1⁄2 cup pine nuts
1 medium ripe mango
1 medium jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
2 Tbs. chopped cilantro
2 Tbs. chopped fresh mint
1 Tbs. fresh lime juice
1 Tbs. fresh orange juice
1 Tbs. pure maple syrup
1 tsp. minced fresh ginger
1/8 tsp. cayenne
In small bowl, soak raisins or currants in enough warm water to cover, until soft, about 10 minutes. Drain.
In small skillet over medium-high heat, toast pine nuts, shaking pan often until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes.
Peel mango and cut small slice off one end. Place mango, cut side down, on cutting board and work around pit, cutting each side of mango into large slices. Use paring knife to cut flesh away from pit. Roughly chop fruit into small pieces.
In medium bowl, combine mango with pine nuts, remaining ingredients and salt to taste; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chutney will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
nutritional information Per 2-tablespoon serving: Calories: 24; Protein: 0 g; Total Fat: 1 g; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 0 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Vegan
FETTUCCINE WITH ASPARAGUS
This comes from Pierre Franey in The New York Times cooking e-newsletter. Pierre wrote, “Finding a 30-minute dish that's elegant enough for a dinner party is no simple task, but this warm-weather pasta is one to fit the bill. It is gleefully easy to put together. Just toss slices of blanched asparagus with a tangle of cooked fettuccine slicked with butter. Shower with grated Parmesan and serve.” Yield: 4 servings; Time: 25 minutes.
Not sure how to cook asparagus? Read ”How to Cook Asparagus”, David Tanis’s guide to cooking this wonderful vegetable. (David Tanis writes The New York Times’s City Kitchen column. Many of his recipes are posted in the Times’s cooking e-newsletter.)
To view Pierre Franey’s Fettuccine with Asparagus recipe online, click here.
Ingredients
6 fresh asparagus spears, about 1/2 pound
10 ounces fresh fettuccine or 3/4 pound dried fettuccine
2 tablespoons butter
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil or parsley
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground pepper and salt to taste
Preparation
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
Cut off tough ends of asparagus spears. Cut each on the bias into 1-inch lengths. There should be about 1 1/2 cups. Rinse well and drain.
Add the asparagus to the boiling water and cook about 2 minutes. Remove asparagus with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Drop the fettuccine into salted boiling water. Let cook to desired degree of doneness (cooking time will range from about 2 to 2 1/2 minutes for fresh pasta to 9 minutes or more for dried). Reserve 2 tablespoons cooking water. Drain the pasta.
Heat the butter in the pot in which the pasta was cooked. Add the asparagus pieces and the fettuccine. Add salt, pepper and nutmeg. Add the reserved 2 tablespoons of cooking water and basil. Toss to blend. Serve hot with Parmesan cheese on the side.
WHOLE GRAIN BLUEBERRY MUFFINS WITH ORANGE STREUSEL
This is from Julia Moskin, also in The New York Times cooking e-newsletter. Julia wrote, “This master recipe for juicy, whole grain berry muffins is both extremely flexible and extremely rewarding. It is sweet but not sugary, packed with whole grains but not dense, and reasonably rich in fiber, protein, complex carbohydrates and healthy fats. The fresh berries and nuts are interchangeable with dried fruit, coconut or sunflower seeds. And the muffins freeze beautifully; they can go from a 300-degree oven to the breakfast table (or the car) in about 20 minutes.” Yield: 18 to 24 muffins; Time: about 2 hours.
To view this online, click here.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour, more as needed
2/3 cup whole wheat flour or wheat germ, preferably toasted
2/3 cup fine-ground yellow cornmeal
2/3 cup rolled oats (not quick-cooking)
2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons nutmeg or allspice (or use additional cinnamon)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cups buttermilk, more as needed
1 1/3 cup coconut oil, or neutral oil like safflower or canola
2/3 cup maple syrup
4 eggs
2 cups grated carrots or tart apple
1 1/2 cups blueberries
1 cup chopped toasted walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the Streusel (Optional):
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup coconut oil or cold unsalted butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoons finely grated orange zest
Preparation
Make the muffins: In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flours, cornmeal, oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, mix the wet ingredients: buttermilk, oil, maple syrup and eggs.
Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and gently mix just until blended. Don’t worry about a few lumps or streaks of flour. Stir in the carrots, blueberries and nuts if using. (If you'd like, reserve a handful of blueberries for sprinkling on top of the muffins just before baking.)
Set batter aside at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes to allow flours to absorb the liquid. Check batter after 15 minutes by giving it a light stir. It should be thick, not runny (this will help the muffins rise). Thin with a little more buttermilk or thicken by adding 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour. Set aside for 5 minutes more, check and adjust texture again, and repeat until batter is thick and fluffy.
Heat oven to 425 degrees and place rack in top third of oven. Butter or spray a muffin tin (regular or jumbo), or line the cups with paper liners. Make sure to also butter or spray the top surface of the tin to help the muffins release.
Make the streusel if using: In a small bowl, mix and pinch all the ingredients together until blended and crumbly. (If using butter, cut into small pieces first.)
Using an ice-cream scoop or small ladle, divide thick batter among muffin cups, filling almost to the top. Mound the batter slightly in the center of each cup; this will help make a domed muffin top. If you reserved blueberries for topping, press them lightly into the muffins. If you are topping with streusel, use your fingers to divide streusel over batter and press lightly onto the surface.
Place muffin tin in oven and reduce heat to 400 degrees. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until a tester inserted into center of muffin comes out moist but clean. Rotate the pan halfway through baking. Cool muffins in pan on rack, then remove from tin.
Repeat with remaining batter. If there is not enough batter remaining to fill all the cups, fill every other cup with batter. Pour water into the empty cups to protect the pan in the oven.
Tip:
To freeze extra muffins, wrap them individually in aluminum foil. Reheat, still wrapped, in a 300-degree oven for about 20 minutes. Or unwrap and reheat in a microwave.
HEAVENLY ICE CREAM CAKE WITH RASPBERRY COULIS
This comes from the January 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, and begins, “Prepared angel food cakes from the supermarket bakery section are good items to have on hand for desserts. Before preparing this elaborate-looking recipe, freeze the cake completely. It slices easily with a serrated knife.” Serves 12.
To view this online, click here.
1 16-oz. angel food cake, frozen
1 10-oz. jar raspberry preserves
1/4 cup raspberry liqueur or orange juice
2 pints low-fat vanilla ice cream, softened, divided
1 10-oz. pkg. frozen raspberries in syrup, thawed
Cut cake into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Cover bottom of 9-inch springform pan with slices, cutting one or two slices as necessary to fill in gaps.
Combine raspberry preserves and liqueur in small saucepan over medium heat, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 5 minutes. Brush half of raspberry mixture over cake in pan. Spread 1 pint ice cream over cake, and smooth top. Arrange more cake slices over ice cream to cover completely. Spread remaining raspberry mixture over cake. Smooth remaining pint of ice cream over cake. Cover with plastic wrap, and freeze overnight. (Can be prepared up to 3 days in advance up to this point.)
Purée thawed raspberries and syrup in food processor until smooth. Strain into bowl.
Run knife around sides of springform pan. Release sides from cake. Slice into wedges, and top with raspberry coulis.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 273; Protein: 4 g; Total Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 60 g; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Sodium: 319 mg; Fiber: 2 g; Sugar: 31 g
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