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Grandma’s Lasagna
February 25, 2020

Grandma’s Lasagna

Ingredients: For the meat sauce: 3 pounds ground chuck 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 large onion, chopped 1 tablespoon basil 1 tablespoon oregano 1 tablespoon salt 1 12-ounce can tomato paste 12 ounces water For the cheese filling: 16 ounces cottage cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons parsley flakes 3 eggs, beaten To assemble lasagna: …

Dinner & Lunch, Pasta
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SALMON AVOCADO SALAD
February 24, 2020

SALMON AVOCADO SALAD

INGREDIENTS: 4 wild salmon fillets, 4 oz each 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, divided 3/4 teaspoon dried parlsey 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt fresh black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup chopped red onion 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, recommend: Braggs 1/8 …

Soups & Salads
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Balanced Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie
February 24, 2020

Balanced Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of U.S. Highbush Blueberries fresh or frozen
  • 1-2 cups of unsweetened coconut milk If you choose to skip the protein powder, we recommend using soy milk for added protein
  • ½ banana
  • 1-2 tablespoons of peanut butter
  • 2 cups of spinach
  • 1 teaspoon of chia seeds
  • OPTIONAL: 1-2 scoops of protein powder
  • OPTIONAL: Ice as needed for desired consistency

Instructions :

  1. Add everything to a blender and press go!
  2. Start with 1 cup of coconut or soy milk and add more as needed (depending on the blender, you may need the additional liquid for it to blend smoothly).
  3. Enjoy at home or add to a protein bottle and drink on your way to work!

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Desserts
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Prawn Soft Tortillas
February 24, 2020

Prawn Soft Tortillas

INGREDIENTS : PRAWN TORTILLAS 1 x Any of The De Costi Flavoured Prawn range 6 Mini Soft Tortillas, warmed 2 cups red Cabbage Slaw, thinly chopped 1 small Lebanese cucumber, thinly sliced TO SERVE Lime wedges METHOD: PRAWN TORTILLAS Heat a non-stick pan over medium …

Seafood
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Garlic seared shrimp
February 21, 2020

Garlic seared shrimp

Ingredients: olive oil 4 tsp, extra-virgin, divided uncooked shrimp 20 large, peeled and deveined garlic clove(s) 6 medium clove(s), minced paprika 1½ tsp, pimentón variety (sweet smoked paprika) fresh parsley 1 Tbsp, chopped cilantro 1 Tbsp, fresh, chopped (plus more for garnish) fresh lemon juice ½ tsp table …

Seafood
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Bucatini all’Amatriciana
February 21, 2020

Bucatini all’Amatriciana

Ingredients :

BUCATINI ALL’AMATRICIANA :

  • 100g of guanciale, or good quality pancetta, diced into 0.5cm cubes
  • 400g of San Marzano tomatoes, (1 tin)
  • 1/2 onion, diced (optional)
  • 1/2 red chilli, diced (optional)
  • 50ml of white wine
  • olive oil
  • 400g of bucatini pasta
  • Pecorino Romano, to grate on top
  • basil leaves, torn

Method :

1-To begin, slowly heat the diced guanciale with a tablespoon of olive oil over a medium-low heat. If using onions and chilli, add them to the pan to soften in the rendered fat, cooking them until soft but without colour
2-Once the guanciale is lightly golden, add the white wine and reduce by three quarters
3-Add the tin of tomatoes (if using whole tomatoes, roughly chop them first)
4-Cook down on a low heat for 10–15 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Taste and add salt and a pinch of sugar if necessary
5-Cook the pasta in a pan of heavily salted boiling water for 8–10 minutes, or as per packet instructions
6-Once the pasta is al dente, drain and add it to the sauce, tossing to make sure the pasta is evenly coated
7-Serve straight away with plenty of grated Pecorino Romano and some torn basil leaves

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Pasta
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Gluten Free Banana Bread
February 21, 2020

Gluten Free Banana Bread

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups bananas, mashed (about 3 ripe bananas) 1/4 cup almond, peanut, or cashew butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 large eggs 1/2 cup coconut flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  …

Bread
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Traditional Khachapuri
February 21, 2020

Traditional Khachapuri

Ingredients: Dough: 3 1/3 cups (835 mL)all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp (1.25 mL)instant active dry yeast 2 tsp (10 mL)fine sea salt 1 1/2 cups (375 mL)water Filling: 8slices bacon 4breakfast sausages 5 tbsp (75 mL)olive oil, divided 2large potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch (1 cm) cubes 1/4 tsp (1.25 mL)salt, plus more …

Breakfast
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COCONUT CREAM PIE BARS
February 21, 2020

COCONUT CREAM PIE BARS

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE CRUST:

  • 8 ounces vanilla wafers, finely crushed
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

FOR THE CREAM CHEESE LAYER:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup sweetened whipped cream*
  • 24 vanilla wafers

FOR THE PUDDING LAYER:

  • 1 recipe vanilla pudding**
  • 1 cup sweetened whipped cream*
  • 3/4 cup sweetened flake coconut, toasted

FOR THE TOPPING:

  • 1 cup sweetened whipped cream*
  • 3/4 cup sweetened flake coconut, toasted

DIRECTIONS:

TO MAKE THE CRUST:

  1. Combine the crushed vanilla wafers and the butter until the crumbs are thoroughly moistened. Transfer to a 9″x 13″x 2″ pan and press evenly onto the bottom of the pan.
  2. Refrigerate while you make the cream cheese layer.

TO MAKE THE CREAM CHEESE LAYER:

  1. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the cream cheese and sugar until well mixed and smooth. Gently fold in 1 cup whipped cream.
  2. Carefully spread over the crust.
  3. Line the whole vanilla wafers around the edges of the pan, standing the cookies on their ends. Return the pan to the refrigerator while you make the pudding layer.

TO MAKE THE PUDDING LAYER:

  1. Stir together the pudding, 1 cup whipped cream, and coconut, gently folding to combine.
  2. Spread evenly over the cream cheese layer.

TO FINISH:

  1. Gently spread the remaining 1 cup whipped cream over the pudding layer. Sprinkle coconut on top.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours before serving.

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Desserts
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Tri-tip Steak With Bearnaise Sauce | Emeril Lagasse
February 21, 2020

Tri-tip Steak With Bearnaise Sauce | Emeril Lagasse

Ingredients: ¼ cup white wine vinegar ¼ cup white wine ¼ cup chopped fresh tarragon 1 tablespoon minced shallots 1 teaspoon white peppercorns 4 large egg yolks 2 sticks unsalted butter, melted 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt 3 pounds tri-tip steak 1 teaspoon …

Dinner & Lunch
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by CookDiaries