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]]>Ingredients:
- 1 cup of fresh coriander leaves, tightly packed
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 green chili, deseeded (optional for heat)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by rinsing the fresh coriander leaves under cold water and patting them dry with paper towels. Remove any tough stems, leaving only the tender leaves.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the coriander leaves, garlic cloves, and green chili (if using). Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped.
- Add the lime juice and olive oil to the mixture and blend until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little water to achieve your desired consistency.
- Season the coriander sauce with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the flavors as needed. Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the coriander sauce alongside grilled, baked, or pan-seared white fish such as cod, haddock, or tilapia. Drizzle the sauce generously over the fish or use it as a dipping sauce for a burst of freshness with every bite.
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]]>Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
- 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet onto the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Brush the olive oil mixture evenly over the puff pastry sheet.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the pastry. Arrange the thinly sliced zucchini on top of the cheese in a single layer, slightly overlapping each slice.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the zucchini slices. Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the zucchini is tender.
- Once baked, remove the tart from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve the delicious zucchini tart warm or at room temperature.
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]]>Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tins of whole peeled tomatoes
- 4 cups of vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup of tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt
- Black pepper
- 1/4 cup of heavy cream
- Fresh basil, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Croutons (optional)
simone (@allosimone)Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in whole peeled tomatoes, vegetable broth, and tomato paste. Stir to combine. Add dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove the bay leaf from the soup.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a blender in batches and blend until smooth. If desired, stir in heavy cream for added creaminess. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the comforting tomato soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh basil, grated Parmesan cheese, and croutons if desired.
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]]>Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 zucchini
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 tin of lentils
- 1 tin of crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- 1 cup of vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup of red wine
- 1 pound of pasta of your choice
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté until vegetables are softened.
- Add minced garlic, grated zucchini, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Stir in lentils, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in vegetable broth and red wine (if using). Simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. While the Bolognese simmers, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- Serve your Bolognese sauce over the cooked pasta. Garnish with fresh basil or vegan Parmesan, if desired.
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]]>Ingredients:
- 2 pounds of lamb stew meat
- 4 large potatoes
- 2 onions
- 2 carrots
- 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cups of beef or lamb broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the diced lamb with flour, salt, and black pepper until well coated. Heat vegetable oil in a large oven-safe casserole dish over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb pieces on all sides, working in batches if necessary. Remove the lamb and set it aside.
- In the same dish, add sliced onions and garlic. Sauté until softened and aromatic. Layer the browned lamb on top of the onions in the casserole dish. Arrange the sliced carrots over the lamb, followed by a layer of thinly sliced potatoes. Pour in the beef or lamb broth and Worcestershire sauce. Sprinkle thyme leaves over the top, and season with additional salt and black pepper.
- Cover the casserole dish with a lid or foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the lamb is tender and the potatoes have formed a golden crust.
- Remove the Lancashire Hotpot from the oven, uncover, and broil for an additional 5-10 minutes to crisp up the potato topping. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
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]]>Ingredients:
- 4 cups of bread flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups of warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 quarts of water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy. Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for at least an hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Bring two quarts of water to a boil in a large pot and add two tablespoons of sugar. Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball. Using your thumb, poke a hole through the center of each ball and stretch it to form a ring.
- Boil each bagel for 1-2 minutes on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the boiled bagels with vegetable oil and sprinkle with your choice of toppings, such as sesame or poppy seeds.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow the bagels to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving. Customize your bagels with your favorite spreads, or create a classic sandwich.
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]]>Ingredients:
- 2 cups of cooked jasmine rice (day-old)
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup of mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1/2 cup green onions
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions:
- In a large wok or skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add your diced chicken to the hot oil, cooking until a bit browned and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
- In the same wok, pour beaten eggs into the remaining oil. Scramble the eggs until just set. Add the mixed vegetables to the eggs and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are tender yet crisp.
- Push the vegetables and eggs to one side of the wok, creating a space for the rice. Add your pre-cooked rice to the wok, breaking up any clumps and allowing it to heat through. Once the rice is heated, combine it with the vegetables and eggs in the wok.
- Pour soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil over the rice mixture. Toss everything together until well combined. Add your chicken back into the wok, stirring to incorporate with the rice and vegetables.
- Add salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions.
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]]>Ingredients:
- 1 baguette or your favorite bread
- 1 pound sliced roast beef
- 4 ounces of brie
- 1 cup of fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup caramelized onions
- 1/4 cup whole-grain mustard
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions:
- Slice the baguette horizontally. In a small bowl, mix whole-grain mustard and mayonnaise. Spread this mixture on both sides of the baguette. Layer the bottom half of the baguette with thinly sliced roast beef. Arrange slices of your brie over the roast beef, ensuring an even distribution.
- Spread a generous layer of caramelized onions over the brie. Top the sandwich with a mound of your fresh spinach leaves which will add a crisp element to your sandwich.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Carefully place the top half of the baguette over the layered ingredients, completing one of the most delicious sandwiches you could imagine!
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]]>Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of red curry paste
- 1 medium stalk of lemongrass
- 1 inch of ginger
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 3 shallots
- 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon of cooking oil
- 1 pound of chicken thighs
- 1 tin of coconut milk
- 1 cup of vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 red pepper
- 1 yellow pepper
- 2 carrots
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- A teaspoon of sugar
- Fresh coriander
Instructions:
- Combine your curry paste with your lemongrass, ginger, garlic, shallots, ground coriander, ground cumin, and paprika in a blender and blend until you achieve a smooth paste.
- Heat your oil in a large wok and add your freshly blended curry paste, cooking for 2 minutes and regularly stirring.
- Add your chicken to the wok and brown on each side.
- Pour in your coconut milk and chicken or vegetable broth and give it a good stir.
- Add your sliced peppers and carrots. At this point, stir in your soy and fish sauce and brown sugar. Allow the curry to simmer for at least 15 minutes.
- Taste for seasoning and add more salt or black pepper if needed. Serve with rice and garnish with fresh coriander.
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]]>Ingredients:
- 1 whole lettuce (little gem goes great as it’s quite bitter)
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes
- 1 whole cucumber
- 1 red onion
- 1 cup of pitted Kalamata olives
- 4 ounces of feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of French mustard
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine your shredded lettuce with your sliced tomatoes, small chunks of cucumber, finely chopped red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese that you can crumble throughout the salad.
- In a separate bowl, mix your olive oil with your vinegar and mustard. Whisk together to form a dressing, and add a bit of salt and black pepper.
- Pour your dressing over your salad and stir to get an even coating. You can enjoy this salad by itself or it will be delicious with grilled chicken skewers or a roasted vegetables and cous cous dish. Add ingredients such as pine nuts or walnuts for extra protein to embellish your salad.
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