Cooking Method: Simmering
Za’atar Chicken
This Za'atar Chicken is very flavorful. Za’atar is a Middle Eastern herb blend typically made from dried thyme, marjoram, oregano, sumac, toasted sesame seeds and salt. Variations of this herb and spice blend go back to medieval times and it's common in all the countries of the Middle East.
By - Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Fettuccine in Creamy Basil Sauce with Roasted Tomatoes on the Vine
Fettuccine in Creamy Basil Sauce with Roasted Tomatoes on the Vine is so good. There is nothing better than tomatoes with fresh basil from the garden.
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Brazilian Chicken and Rice
Brazilian Chicken and Rice, also known as Galinhada, is all done in one pan for easy cleanup. It's very simple to make and really comforting and delicious. The leftovers can be reheated for lunch the next day.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Lemon Saffron Israeli Couscous
I used to buy this Lemon Saffron Israeli Couscous mix in a box from a supermarket, which is now gone out of business. My daughter Zoe loved it, so I recreated it. Israeli couscous is different from the North African version, which has a more fine-grained, fluffy texture. Israeli couscous has larger, pearl-like balls that cook up with a chewy texture that is similar to pasta.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Haricots Verts, Beans and Israeli Couscous Salad
This Haricots Verts, Beans and Israeli Couscous Salad is perfect for summer entertaining. If you can't find haricots verts you can use regular green beans.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Bulgur Pilaf with Almonds
One of my favorite grains is bulgur wheat, which has a light, nutty flavor. Bulgur is sometimes confused with cracked wheat, which is crushed wheat grain that has not been parboiled. Bulgur is cleaned, parboiled, dried, ground into particles and sifted into distinct sizes. Bulgur is more nutritious than rice and couscous, because it contains more fiber, more vitamins and minerals, and has a better glycemic index than white rice or couscous.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Edamame Energy Bowl
This Edamame Energy Bowl with red quinoa is chock-full of energy and nutrients. Quinoa is a high source of protein, dietary fiber, several B vitamins and dietary minerals.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 3 - 4 Servings
Orange Spiced Carnitas
Orange Spice Carnitas are cooked slowly on the stovetop until the meat is very tender and juicy. This recipe can also be done in a slow cooker.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 2 hrs 30 mins
- Yields: 8 - 12 Servings
Dijon & Dill Creamed Pea Sauce
This Dijon & Dill Creamed Pea Sauce is so simple to make and would work well on both chicken and fish.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Leek Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing
Years ago, I made this Leek Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing recipe for my husband who loved it. Over the years, he has asked me to make it again, but I couldn't remember where I got the recipe. Well, I found it! It’s in Gourmet LA: A Collection of Fresh and Elegant Recipes (1989). The Junior League cookbooks are generally excellent.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
