HOW TO COOK SALAD QUINOA

April 11, 2011 by  
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SALAD QUINOA

SALAD QUINOA

VIDEO TUTORIAL ON HOW TO COOK SALAD QUINOA

INGREDIENTS TO COOK SALAD QUINOA

1 cup quinoa
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
1 hothouse cucumber, diced
2 scallions
1/2 cup roasted red pepper, diced
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, finely cut
1 tablespoon fines herbs (Spice Island)
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoonfuls splintered almonds

For serving:

9 cups spring salad mix
1/4 cup light roasted garlic and balsamic salad dressing

STEPS TO COOK SALAD QUINOA

Step 1 to cook Salad Quinoa

Combine quinoa and stock in small pot and bring to a boil.

Step 2 to cook Salad Quinoa

Reduce to simmer and cover.

Step 3 to cook Salad Quinoa

Cook 10 to 15 min or until liquid has been absorbed. Let cool completely.

Step 4 to cook Salad Quinoa

In a large mixing bowl, Mix cooled quinoa with remaining ingredients. Toss to mix thoroughly.

Step 5 to cook Salad Quinoa

Serve chilled on a bed of greens tossed with a little dressing.

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HOW TO COOK FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

April 11, 2011 by  
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FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

VIDEO TUTORIAL ON HOW TO COOK FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

INGREDIENTS TO COOK FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

Tarragon Tartar Sauce:
1 cup mayonnaise
3 shallots, chopped
1 tbsp tarragon vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
2 tablespoons capers

Oysters:
4 cups peanut oil, for frying
1 pint more or less 50 shucked Bluffton or other fresh oysters
1 1/2 cups all-purpose coating (recommended: Golden Dip All Purpose Breading Mix)

STEPS TO COOK FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

Step 1 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

Mix all the ingredients for the tartar sauce in a bowl, set aside.

Step 2 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

Heat 4 cups of oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat or preheat deep fryer at 350 degrees F. Throw in a drop of water: when it sizzles, the oil is set.

Step 3 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

Pick through the oysters to take any shells. Pour the coating mixture into a shallow bowl. Dredge the oyster in the coating.

Step 4 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

Fry oysters until they are golden brown; just about 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Step 5 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

On each spoon, place a dollop of tartar sauce and top with an oyster. Serve Well.

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HOW TO COOK CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

April 5, 2011 by  
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CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

VIDEO TUTORIAL ON CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

INGRIEDENTS TO COOK CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Kosher salt
1/4 cup sugar
4 bone-in, thick-cut pork chops (6 to 8 ounces each)
1/2 medium head escarole
2 cloves garlic
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
Fresh ground pepper
4 slices provolone cheese (about 2 ounces)
4 fresh sage leaves, chopped
1 (19-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

STEPS TO COOK CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Step 1 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Dissolve 1/4 cup salt and the sugar in 3 cups warm water in a large bowl. Insert a paring knife into the curved side of each pork chop to make a deep pocket, about 2 inches wide.

Step 2 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Soak the chops in the brine, about 5 minutes.

Step 3 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Meanwhile, finely chop the escarole and garlic. Toss with 2 tablespoonfuls olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Take the chops from the brine and pat dry.

Step 5 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Fold each cheese slice and tuck into the pocket of a pork chop, then stuff with the escarole mixture.

Step 6 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Brush the pork with olive oil, sprinkle with the sage and season with salt and pepper. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoonfuls olive oil in a large frypan over medium-high heat.

Step 7 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Sear the pork in batches, turning once, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 8 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Remove to a plate. Add the beans and 1/3 cup water to the frying pan, scraping up any browned bits; season with salt and pepper.

Step 9 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Return the pork to the skillet, cover and cook over average heat until no longer pink, 5 to 7 more minutes. Serve the pork with the beans.

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HOW TO COOK ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

April 5, 2011 by  
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ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

VIDEO TUTORIAL ON HOW TO COOK ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

INGREDIENTS TO COOK ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

2 (15 1/4-ounce) cans sliced beets, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup pitted ripe olives
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
Salt, pepper and garlic powder, to taste
Dash hot sauce

STEPS TO COOK ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

Step 1 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

Take broiler tray from oven and coat with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

Replace tray and preheat broiler.

Step 3 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

After beets are drained place on coated broiler tray.

Step 4 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

Place under hot broiler, turning every 2 to 3 minutes until edges start to brown, more or less 8 to10 min.

Step 5 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

Remove beets from oven and allow to cool. Merge remaining ingredients with cooled beets. Toss and serve well.

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