Yams with Ginger and Scallions
From Saveur Ingredients: 4 large yams (3 1/2- 4 lbs. total), peeled and cut into thick rounds Kosher salt, to taste 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 16 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 8 large shallots, thinly sliced 8 scallions, cut crosswise into 1″ pieces 4 jalapeños, cored, seeded, and thinly sliced 1 5″ piece ginger, peeled and cut into paper-thin matchsticks Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 lightly packed cups basil leaves, coarsely chopped 6 tbsp. fresh lime juice Directions: 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add yams and cook until tender,...
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Adapted by Farmer Dave’s from Gluten-Free Goddess Ingredients: 1 tablespoon light olive oil or peanut oil 1 tablespoon red or green Thai Kitchen curry paste- hot or mild, to taste (start with less if you prefer it mild) 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 medium onion, peeled, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium sweet potato, peeled, diced other diced root vegetables, such as carrots, radishes, or turnips, as desired 1 large bell pepper, cored, seeded, diced 1 jalapeño or other hot chile pepper, seeded, diced fine 1 14-oz. can black-eyed peas, rinsed, drained 1 14-oz. can white beans,...
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From Better Homes and Gardens Prep: 25 minutes Cook: 10 hours in a slow-cooker on low; 5 hours on high. Ingredients: 1 lb. turkey breast tenderloin, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 28-oz. can diced tomatoes, or an equivalent amount of fresh tomatoes, diced 1 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 8-oz. can tomato sauce 1 cup peeled, seeded and cubed butternut squash or pumpkin 1 medium onion, chopped 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup fresh or frozen whole kernel corn 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1 fresh jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped 1 Tbsp. chili powder 1 clove garlic,...
Read MoreCurried Red Lentil and Swiss Chard Soup
From Oprah.com Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion , thinly sliced 5 teaspoons curry powder 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) 5 cups vegetable broth 1 bunch (1-pound) Swiss chard , tough stalks removed, coarsely chopped 2 cups (about 14 ounces) dried red lentils 1 can (15-ounce) chickpeas , rinsed and drained 1 teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons thick Greek yogurt , thinned with 2 tablespoons water 1 red or green jalapeño chili , stemmed and thinly sliced 1 lime , cut into 6 wedges Directions: 1. Heat oil in large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook,...
Read MoreCucumber Salsa
Recipe from The Food Network Ingredients: 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced 3 scallions, thinly sliced 1/3 cup rice wine vinegar 2 teaspoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons minced ginger 1 tablespoons minced jalapeno 1/4 cup cilantro leaves 2 tablespoons sugar Directions: In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Serve...
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