Posts

Vegetable Stir Fry

Image
 This was good. I wouldn't say it was tons better than other versions, but it's definitely good enough. We found this version from cookingclassy.com Stir Fry Sauce 1/4 cup vegetable broth (or chicken broth) 3 Tbsp soy sauce, or more to taste 2 Tbsp honey (or real maple syrup) 2 Tbsp shaoxing wine 2 tsp sriracha (optional for heat) 1 1/2 tsp rice vinegar 1 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil 1 Tbsp cornstarch Vegetables 2 Tbsp olive oil,* divided 6 oz. mushrooms, sliced 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced on a bias (1 1/4 cups) 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped into 1-inch chunks 1 medium yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped into 1-inch chunks 1/2 large red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks 3 cup...

Thai Wonton Soup

Image
  I really enjoyed this dish because there were a lot of layers to the flavor and it was so satisfying. It will definitely replace my current wonton soup. It gets a 7.5 and it came from cookingforkeeps.com. It would be good with spinach mixed in. ▢  1/3   lb   ground pork ▢  2   tbsp.   minced carrot  ▢  2   green onions, minced ▢  2   tbsp   minced onion ▢  1   large   garlic clove, minced ▢  2   tsp   soy sauce  ▢  1/2   tsp   sesame oil ▢  1/4   tsp   kosher salt ▢  20   wonton wrapper ▢  1   tbsp   coconut oil ▢  1/2   cup   finely chopped onion (about 1/2 small onion) ▢  2   large   garlic cloves, minced ▢  4 1/2   tbsp   red curry paste ▢  4   cups   low-sodium chicken stock  ▢  14.5  oz   canned coconut milk  ▢  2 1/2   tbsp   pa...

One Skillet Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken and Orzo

Image
  This has become one of my favorite meals and I give it a 10. It is that good. It has fabulous flavor and I always love only dirtying one dish. It came from halfbakedharvest.com. ▢  2   tablespoons   extra virgin olive oil ▢  1   pound   boneless, skinless chicken breasts or small thighs ▢  1   teaspoon   dried oregano ▢  1   teaspoon   paprika  kosher salt and black pepper ▢  2   tablespoons   butter ▢  1/4-1/2   teaspoon   crushed red pepper flakes 1   medium shallot, chopped ▢  2   cloves   garlic, minced or grated ▢  1   cup   dry orzo pasta ▢  1/3   cup   dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc 1   cup   heavy cream   I used 3/4 C. half and half and 1/4 C. cream ▢  2   teaspoons   Dijon mustard ▢  1/3   cup   grated parmesan cheese ▢  2   cups   fresh baby sp...

Chicken with Creamy Dijon Sauce and Mashed Potatoes

Image
  This was awesomely good and gets a 10. It may have something to do with all the butter and cream, but it's a winner nonetheless. It came from modernfarmhouseeats.com. 2   pounds   russet potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters   (about 4-6 potatoes) 2   tablespoons   butter ½   cup   heavy whipping cream 1   teaspoon   salt Chicken 2   tablespoons   butter 1   tablespoon   olive oil 4   chicken   breasts ½   teaspoon   garlic powder salt, to taste pepper, to taste Dijon cream sauce 2   tablespoons   butter 2   garlic cloves, minced 1   tablespoon   all-purpose flour ½   cup   chicken broth ½   cup   dry white wine   (or more chicken broth) 3   tablespoons   dijon mustard ½   teaspoon   salt ¼   teaspoon   pepper 1   cup   heavy whipping cream optional garnish: chopped parsley https://www.modernfarmhouseeats.c...

Chicken Spaghetti with Burrata and Lemon Butter Garlic Sauce

Image
  This was awesomely good and my family loved it. I added about 1/2 C. chicken broth (and 1 TBS cornstarch) to the pasta so it wasn't dry. This would be good with spinach or asparagus. I also left the spaghetti out of this.  It gets an 8 and came from juliasalbum.com. Roasted Tomatoes 10   oz   cherry tomatoes   or grape tomatoes (sliced in half) 2   tablespoons   olive oil 3   cloves   garlic   minced salt and pepper Chicken Pasta 1.5   lb   chicken breast   (2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts) ¼   teaspoon   salt 2   teaspoons   smoked paprika 1   teaspoon   Italian seasoning 2   tablespoons   olive oil ½   lemon   (preferably, Meyer lemon) thinly sliced 4   cloves   garlic 4   tablespoons   butter 8   oz   spaghetti I used a whole 16  oz. package 8   oz   Burrata cheese Garnish ½   cup   fresh basil   chopped ...