Entries by NatashaPACO

Lentil Kale Salad

INGREDIENTS 1 cup cooked lentils 1 bunch kale, cleaned and chopped 2 carrots, diced 2 stalks celery, diced 1 large clove garlic, crushed 1 cup minced parsley 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup sesame seeds 2 tbsp hemp hearts 2 tbsp chia seeds Apple cider vinaigrette DIRECTIONS While the lentils are cooking prepare the apple cider […]

3 Bean Turkey Chili

INGREDIENTS 1 large white onion chopped 2 tablespoons chopped garlic 1lb ground turkey 1 tbsp TAPATIO Salsa Picante (hot sauce) 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped, or 1 tablespoon, dried 2 bay leaves 3 tablespoons chili powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped carrots 1 28 oz can peeled plum tomatoes 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes 1 15 oz can Red […]

Tahini Stone Chicken Thighs

INGREDIENTS 8-10 boneless, skinless chicken thighs 2 Tbsp granulated garlic 1/2 cup tahini paste 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 3 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 1 tsp salt DIRECTIONS Put oven rack in middle position and preheat to 375 degrees F, convection. Place thighs on the stone, I love the Pampered Chef Large Bar […]

Apple Cider Vinaigrette

INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup raw apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 4 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 shallot, minced S+P (If you have extra fresh parsley, add 1 Tbsp minced) DIRECTIONS Grab a small, heavy bottomed pan. Add 2 Tbsp olive. Mince garlic. Heat oil until it is very hot but not smoking. Add minced […]

Lentil Kidney Bean Salad

INGREDIENTS 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans rinsed 1/2 cup slivered almonds 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds 1 cup cooked lentils 1 cup broccoli 1 large clove garlic, crushed 1 cup minced parsley 2 tbsp hemp hearts 2 tbsp chia seeds Apple cider vinaigrette DIRECTIONS While the lentils are cooking prepare the apple cider vinaigrette directly in […]

Irish Vegetable Soup

INGREDIENTS 4 Tbsp Kelly Gold butter 2 parsnips 4 large potatoes 4 carrots (2 large or 4 medium/small) 4 celery stalks 1 medium onion 2 leeks 3 cloves of garlic 32 oz chicken or vegetable stock 3 Tbsp flat-leaf parsley, minced S+P to taste DIRECTIONS Chop all of the vegetables. Melt butter in a large […]

Tuscan Kale & White Bean Soup

INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving 1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup) 4 carrots, sliced on the bias (about 1 cup) 5 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes 1, 32 oz box chicken broth 2 (15-ounce) cans white beans (cannellini or great northern) 4 large sprigs fresh […]

Refried Beans

INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 medium onion, diced 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder juice from 1/2 lime salt to taste DIRECTIONS Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Sautée onions and garlic until they become very lightly […]

Tomato Vinaigrette with Basil

INGREDIENTS 2 large, ripe tomatoes cut in half 4-5 leaves of fresh basil, julienned 1 shallot, minced 1 garlic clove, crushed 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar 4 Tbsp olive oil 1/4 tsp maldon salt 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper DIRECTIONS Place a box grater in the center of a mixing bowl. Position the cut side […]

Carrot Ginger Dressing

INGREDIENTS 1/2 lb carrots (3 medium), coarsely chopped 1/2 cup chopped peeled fresh ginger 1/2 cup chopped shallots 1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup water DIRECTIONS Place all ingredients in a food processor, I use a Nutri-bullet, process until smooth; […]