Entries by NatashaPACO

Roasted Beefsteak Tomatoes

INGREDIENTS 5 large ripe tomatoes 1 T granulated garlic 1 T paprika S+P olive oil DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 375. Slice each tomato in to 4 thick slices. Place on large baking sheet. I LOVE these! and not only because they’re Nordic like my Mama! Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle the spices on each slice […]

Morrocan Butternut Squash

INGREDIENTS 1 whole medium butternut squash, cut in half lengthwise 1 large red onion, diced 6 cloves garlic, chopped roughly 1 cup chopped mixed sweet peppers (red, yellow) 10 ounces crumbled feta 1 Tbsp sesame oil S+P olive oil DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350. Cut the squash in half lengthwise, scoop out and discard the […]

Greek Pulled Pork

INGREDIENTS olive oil 6 medium red potatoes, sliced in half 2 pork tenderloins 2 cups red wine vinegar 1 box chicken stock 1/4 cup fresh rosemary leaves 2 large bay leaves S+P 1 Tbsp granulated garlic DIRECTIONS The key to this is drying the meat. Place the pork loins on a cooling rack set over a cookie […]

Summer Squash Soup

INGREDIENTS 5lbs summer, crookneck and/or zucchini, diced 6 cloves of garlic, roughly chopped 1 large yellow or white onion, diced 2 Tbsp, herbs de provence 4 stalks celery, diced S&P 32 oz chicken broth DIRECTIONS Prep all ingredients. Set a large crockpot to high. Add all ingredients and cook on high for 4-5 hours. Let […]

Carrot soup

INGREDIENTS 5 lbs of carrots, sliced in to 1/2″ rounds 3 large potatoes, peeled and diced 6 cloves of garlic, minced 2 large yellow or white onion, diced 2 Tbsp Herbes de Provence 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil 2 Tbsp butter S&P 32 oz chicken broth DIRECTIONS Set Crock-Pot on high […]

Indian Egg Cups

INGREDIENTS 6 eggs 2 cups tightly packed power greens 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese 1 tbsp finely diced green or white onions 1 tbsp finely diced sweet pepper 1 tbsp finely diced tomato, deseeded and dried 1 tsp minced ginger 1 tbsp finely minced fresh cilantro ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes ¼ tsp garam masala ¼ […]

Jim’s WORLD FAMOUS Buffalo Chicken Wings

INGREDIENTS 8 oz Franks Original Hot Sauce 8 Tbsp (1 stick) butter 2 oz Tabasco 1/2 Tbsp fresh ground pepper 2 Tbsp honey 1/2 Tbsp fresh oregano 1-2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp red pepper flakes (to taste) 8-16 wings WING SAUCE Combine the hot sauces, butter, Worcestershire sauce, honey, and herbs in a pot and place […]

French Pork Stew

INGREDIENTS olive oil 1 large onion, diced 5 stalks celery, diced 1/4 cup fresh rosemary leaves 2 pork tenderloins 1 bottle dry white wine 1 box chicken stock 1 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce 2-3 cups new potatoes, sliced in half S+P 1 Tbsp granulated garlic DIRECTIONS The key to this dish is drying the meat. Place the pork loins […]

Greek Lentil Soup (Soupa Fakes)

INGREDIENTS 1 cup french lentils, washed 1/4 cup olive oil 32 oz vegetable or chicken broth 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 12 oz chopped tomatoes 2 cups chopped onions 2 cups chopped carrots 2 cups chopped celery 1-2 Bay leaves 1 Tbsp fresh Greek oregano 2 sprigs fresh rosemary 4 cloves garlic, minced S&P DIRECTIONS […]

Citrus Vinaigrette

INGREDIENTS 1 large shallot, diced ¾ cup olive oil ¼ cup Muscat Orange Champagne vinegar Juice and zest from 1 lemon Juice and zest from 1 lime S+P DIRECTIONS Mix all ingredients in a medium sized Mason Jar. Shake vigorously to blend.