From Yummly, with modifications ½ lb lasagna1 t salt1 egg1 c cooked chopped spinach (packed, water squeezed out; frozen OK)15 oz part-skim ricotta2 T minced parsley½ t salt¼ t black pepper3-4 c marinara sauce4 c shredded mozzarella1 c grated Pecorino Romano Preheat oven to 375°. Fill stock pot with water, add salt, and bring to…
Tag: Jo LeRoy
Jo’s Baked Chicken Parm
A loose recipe 1-2 chicken breasts, pounded thin (for large ones, slice in half lengthwise before pounding)Handful flour, seasoned with salt and pepper1-2 eggs, lightly beaten with a forkHandful Italian-seasoned bread crumbs, mixed with a slightly lesser amount of grated parmesan or pecorinoOlive oils spray½ jar Rao’s tomato sauceAmerican cheese (also good with Colby jack…
Chacarero (Chilean Sandwiches)
From the Boston Globe, 2.5.12, via Leah Hampton, with alterations 2 T fresh lime juice (juice of 1 lime)2 T extra-virgin olive oil, for marinade1 ½ t dried oregano½ t ground cumin¼ t paprika1-2 boneless chicken breasts, sliced extra thin2 t canola or olive oil, for the panTelera rolls (2-4)1-2 ripe avocado½ lb green beans,…
Slow Cooker Turkey Enchilada Quinoa Bake
1 lb ground turkey 1½ c uncooked quinoa 1 can (15 ounces) black beans 1 c frozen corn 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies ½ c salsa 1 t minced garlic ½ c onion ½ c sweet bell peppers 1 c water 1 can (19 ounces) red enchilada sauce* (See recipe below to make your own) 1 T chili powder 1 t…
Peach Kuchen
1 (¼-ounce) package active dry yeast ¼ c warm water (105–110°F) 2 c plus 2 T all-purpose flour, divided 1 c sugar, divided ½ t salt ½ c plain whole-milk yogurt (preferably Greek-style) at room temperature 1 large egg, warmed in shell in warm water 5 minutes 1½ t grated lemon zest 1 t pure…
Chocolate Truffles
10 oz semi-sweet chocolate ¼ c butter 2 T coffee (instant) 1 c powdered sugar 1 t brandy/rum 1 T whipping cream ½ c cocoa Melt 6 oz chocolate and butter in top of double boiler. Stir in coffee, powdered sugar, brandy and cream. Refrigerate 30-40 minutes, until firm. Spoon teaspoons onto waxed paper. Shape…
Winslow Homer’s Couscous Chicken Salad
This recipe was created by Sarah and Jo for their trip to the Winslow Homer exhibit at the MFA with Noni and Janet; being a Sarah recipe, all amounts are approximate and subject to any variation/substitution that comes to mind. Jo Suggests omitting the green peppers, adding peas and more couscous. 1 c uncooked couscous 1…
Toll House Brownies
2¼ c unsifted flour 1 t baking soda 1 t salt 1 c butter, softened ¾ c sugar ¾ c brown sugar, packed 1 t vanilla extract 2 eggs 12 oz (2 c) chocolate chips 1 c chopped nuts Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt; set aside….
Garlic Spaghetti Squash with Herbs
1 medium spaghetti squash, halved and seeded olive oil kosher salt 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 t white wine vinegar ¼ c minced fresh parsley 2 T minced fresh basil ¾ c shredded Gruyère cheese ½ c pine nuts, toasted black pepper Preheat the oven to 375°. Rub squash with a little bit of olive…