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A full-flavored fish like salmon lends itself well to the fragrant spices and velvety smoothness of this Indian-style sauce. The garlic and ginger develop a mellow flavor from simmering in the coconut milk and the fresh cilantro adds a tangy quality. Using light coconut milk ensures that the sauce is not overly rich as well.
Roasted Salmon With Curried Coconut-Tomato Sauce
Ingredients ~
2 pounds salmon fillet
Juice of 1 medium lemon
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon ginger, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon sriracha (Asian hot sauce)
1 15 ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
1-1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 13.5 ounce can light coconut milk
1/3 cup chopped cilantro plus a few whole leaves for garnish
The addition of dried orange zest to chopped tomatoes transforms the basics of a traditional Italian marinara into a sweet-savory tomato sauce that is a perfect complement to simple, roasted meats and fish. Try it with wild-caught salmon, broiled and seasoned with salt, pepper and lemon.
Piquant Citrus Tomato Sauce
Ingredients ~
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup sweet onion, finely chopped
2 cups chopped tomatoes
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon dried orange zest
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Try serving this chilled soup as a first course instead of salad. The mild earthy flavor of the beets pairs nicely with the tangy citrus flavors of the orange and lemon juices. A dollop of sour cream on top and a sprinkling of fresh dill bring more distinctive flavors to the mix that blend beautifully but still retain their individuality.
Chilled Citrus Beet Soup
Ingredients ~
3 pounds beets, washed and trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 medium onion, coarsely chopped
Salt and pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups vegetable stock
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Sour cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
When you're only serving a few people at Thanksgiving, the prospect of a 10-pound turkey can seem a little daunting. A lot of people love leftover turkey, but who wants to be eating it for weeks after Thanksgiving? We opted for a mid-sized turkey breast, instead, to minimize both the preparation time and the amount of leftovers. The combination of herbs and butter spread under the skin resulted in moist and flavor-infused breast meat with crispy, golden skin.
Citrus And Fresh Herb Rubbed Turkey Breast
Ingredients ~
1 4-1/2 to 7 lb turkey breast
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) softened unsalted butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon marjoram
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon orange zest
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
When it comes to Thanksgiving, stuffing holds an honored place in many family meals. When we saw a recipe for individual stuffing "muffin" cups on the Ocean Spray website, we simply couldn't resist the thought of breaking from the tradition of serving stuffing in the bird or in a casserole. We adapted the recipe a bit and found that it's perfect for smaller groups of people.
Cranberry Sourdough Stuffing Cups
Ingredients ~
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup butter
6 cups sourdough bread cubes
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Most sweet potato side dishes tend to be on the heavy side, but this easy recipe produces light, fluffy results with a bright citrus flavor. It's adapted from a recipe by chef Emeril Lagasse. His version calls for brandy instead of the triple sec and is served in hollowed out oranges. This version is a little less time consuming, although not quite as pretty.
Fluffy Baked Orange Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients ~
4 or 5 large sweet potatoes, about 2 pounds
1/2 stick unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup half & half
1/4 cup triple sec
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
Preparation ~
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake until tender when pierced with a knife, about an hour. Remove from the oven and set aside until cool enough to handle.
Lower the oven temperature to 350°F.
Peel the potatoes and place in a large bowl. Add the butter and beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the orange juice, half & half and triple sec, and mix until smooth.
Green beans and mushrooms are a great combination, and putting them together in a casserole doesn't have to involve cans of soup and fried onions. Try this simple, slimmed down version of the classic using fresh green beans and sautéed fresh mushrooms.
Crumb Topped Green Bean Mushroom Bake
Ingredients ~
1 pound fresh green beans, rinsed, trimmed and halved crosswise
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
8 ounces white mushrooms, sliced
2 medium cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
Juice from 1/2 fresh lemon
Freshly ground black pepper
The spicy-sweet flavor of cardamom adds a fragrant note to a more or less traditional apple pie filling. The buttery, nutty crunch of the walnut-streusel topping is a contrast to the apples, both in flavor and in texture. Serve slightly warmed with a creamy vanilla bean ice cream and you have comfort food at its finest.
Cinnamon-Cardamom Apple Pie With Walnut Streusel Topping
Ingredients ~
1 single pie crust - your favorite recipe
Filling ~
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 large apples, peeled, cored and sliced
2 to 3 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Streusel Topping ~
1/4 cup crushed cornflakes
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 chopped walnuts
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cardamom
4 tablespoons melted butter
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