Tag Archive for: thyme

Mirepoix Recipes

Mirepoix Base A common, quick way to cook mirepoix is to brown the onions and carrots together on medium-high heat (sauté) and then add the celery, cooking until soft. This develops a deeper flavor profile, and is especially delicious in soups.…

Spaghetti Squash Recipes

Spaghetti Squash with Turkey Meatballs 1 spaghetti squash (about 3 pounds), halved lengthwise Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves,…

Baked Plum Tomatoes

Baked Plum Tomatoes 4 plum tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons plain breadcrumbs 1/2 teaspoon mixed dried herbs, such as thyme, marjoram, oregano, and basil 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon…

Grilled Skirt Steak and Peaches

Grilled Skirt Steak and Peaches 2 garlic cloves 1 small bay leaf 1 small shallot 1 jalapeño, halved and seeded Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon chopped thyme 1/2 cup plus…

Beefsteak Tomato Gratin

Beefsteak Tomato Gratin 4 ripe beefsteak or other large tomatoes 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, divided 3 cloves garlic, minced, divided sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons…

Crimini Mushroom Meatloaf

Crimini Mushroom Meatloaf 1 pound cremini mushrooms 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 1/4 cups finely chopped onion 6 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons dry sherry 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs {substitute…

Escarole and White Bean Soup

Escarole and White Bean Soup 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 10 ounces slab bacon, cut into 3/4-inch cubes 2 medium onions (about 6 ounces each), finely chopped 1 large shallot, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 2…

Avocado Club Sandwich with Marinated Portobello Mushrooms

Avocado Club Sandwich with Marinated Portobello Mushrooms 2-4 portobello mushroom caps 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons (gluten free) tamari 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup 2 cloves garlic, minced …

Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Thyme

Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Thyme 3 tablespoons minced fresh thyme 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 5 garlic cloves, chopped 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel 1 7-pound roasting chicken 1 lemon, quartered 1/4 cup dry…

Linguine with Lemon, Garlic and Thyme Mushrooms

Linguine with Lemon, Garlic and Thyme Mushrooms 8 ounces/4 cups finely sliced mushrooms 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon Maldon/kosher salt or 1 1/2 teaspoons table salt Small clove garlic, minced 1 lemon, zested…

Baked Fish with Spinach, Tomatoes and Onions

  Baked Fish with Spinach, Tomatoes and Onions 1 pound fish fillets, about 1-inch thick 2 large handfuls baby spinach leaves 1 quarter red onion, thinly sliced 20 or so cherry tomatoes 4 sprigs fresh thyme 1/2 lemon,…

Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells 25 jumbo pasta shells 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1-cup store bought marinara sauce 1/3 cup Parmesan, grated 2 cups spinach, washed, drained and chopped 2 cups part-skim ricotta …