A different way to serve fish. Start to finish: 1 hour, 15 minutes. Serves 4 Ingredients 2 lbs cod or other white fish 1 medium size red onion 4-5 green onions 4 celery stocks 2 carrots 1 cup bread crumbs 2 tbsps mayonnaise 1 tbsp dijon mustard 2 tbsps lemon juice 1...
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Spanakopita
Classic dish that was part of our Greek menu. Prep time 30 min; bake time 55-60 min; resting time 15 minutes; allow 2 1/2 hours to prepare. For the Spinach and Feta Filling 32 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained2 bunches flat-leaf parsley, stems...
Spicy Halibut Ceviche
One of our Tapas offerings, Christmas 2020. Hands-on time: 15 minutes; Start to finish: 5 hours. Serves 4 as part of a tapas spread. 1 pound sashimi quality halibut, swordfish, sole, or other firm fish, cut into 1/2 inch cubes1 1/2 cups fresh lime juice (about 18...
Lentil Salad with Olives, Mint & Feta
Serves 4-6. to prepare lentils: 1 hour; prep salad 15 minutes; start to finish 1 1/2 hours. Salad can be prepared in 1/2 hour if you use pre-cooked lentils. In that case, skip to final 4 steps. 1 cup lentils, picked over and rinsedSalt and pepper6 cups water2 cups...
Beef + Bean Chili
Spicy, hearty and satisfying. This version takes a fair amount of work, but it's worth the effort. Start to finish: 2 hours 1 pound dried pinto beans, rinsed2 3/4 tsp salt1 bay leaf2-4 T bacon fat or olive oil2 pound ground beef2 large Spanish onions, diced (4 cups)2...
How to Roast a Turkey
We had our pasture-raised turkey this year, cooked to perfection! Whether pasture-raised or not, your turkey will be moist and tender and the best ever. Start with a dry brine: 12-24 hours before serving, rinse the turkey and pat it dry. Rub all over with kosher salt,...
Veggie Lasagna in the Crockpot
Who knew you could cook lasagna in the slow cooker? This was a great dish to bring to a potluck. 24 oz jar + 1 cup tomato pasta sauce9 long lasagna noodles, uncooked2 1/2 cups chopped veggies (I used mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, and spinach)1 teaspoon minced garlic1...
Chicken Chili in Crockpot
A great dish to bring to a potluck. Prep time: 5 minutes; Cook time: 4 hours. 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup of diced onion3 cloves of garlic minced1 28 oz can of crushed tomatoessalt & pepper2 heaping tablespoons of diced chipotle in adobo1...
Macaroni and Cheese in Crockpot
Easy way to make this classic comfort food. Prep time: 25 minutes; cook time: 2 hours 3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 package (16 ounces) process cheese (Velveeta), cubed2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese1-3/4 cups whole milk1 can...
