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Category Archives: Simmered
Sweet potato medallions, chickpea and greens salad
By Cat, April 1, 2017 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Always on the lookout for something new and different to fix for dinner, I was intrigued by this recipe when I saw it featured in our local paper, the Daily … Continue reading
Posted in Alcohol, Avocado, Baked, beat/whisked, Citrus, Eggs, Herbs, Leafy Veggie, Nut Butter, Nuts and seeds, Onion family, Pureed, Simmered, Soaked, Sprouted, Tossed
Tagged almonds, arugula, avocado, avocado oil, garbanzos, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, spring greens, sweet potato
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Chicken with Sun-dried Tomatoes & Olives
By Cat, March 2017 (photo, right, from Asado Argentina (2)) I’m getting tired of all my usual chicken recipes, so pulled down “365 Ways to Cook Chicken” recipe book from the shelf to see what might appeal to me. I … Continue reading
Posted in Alcohol, Citrus, Fat or oil, Herbs, Leafy Veggie, Olives, Poultry, Simmered, Stove top, Vine veggies
Tagged chicken, garlic, lemon, olives, parsley, shallot, sun-dried tomatoes, wine
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Jambalaya with Chicken and Andouille Sausage
By Cat, Feb 22, 2017 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Until I moved to Portland Oregon at age 23, I’d not had any Cajun or Creole food; my first tasting was at Portland’s Saturday Market, and I was hooked. Cajun … Continue reading
Posted in Beef, Buffalo, Fat or oil, Grain, Herbs, Leafy Veggie, Onion family, Pork, Poultry, Roasted, sausage, Sauteed, Simmered, Spices, Vine veggies
Tagged andouille, basil, bay, bell pepper, cajun seasoning, celery, chicken, chicken stock, chorizo, garlic, ham, hot sauce, kielbasa, onion, scallions, tasso, thyme
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Immune-boosting homemade chai
By Cat, November 2016 (image, right, from Lisa’s Project Vegan blog (3) For a caffeinated beverage, I far prefer a good espresso or latte to chai, mainly because I’m not much of a black tea drinker. But when it comes … Continue reading
Posted in Citrus, Dairy, Fungi, Health, Herbs, Medicinal, Root Veggie, Simmered, Spices, Sweetener
Tagged astragalus root, cardamom, cinnamon stick, cloves, ginger, honey, milk, orange peel, peppercorns, reishi
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Chicken Pieces with Cider and Caramelized Apples
By Cat, October 2016 (Photo, right, from Wikipedia) Fall is here and apples are begging to be picked for cider and pies – or for recipes like this one. I’ve not yet tested this recipe; it’s a bit fussy but … Continue reading
Posted in Alcohol, Apple, Pear, Candied fruit, Citrus, Fat or oil, Flour, Leafy Veggie, Poultry, Roasted, Sauteed, Simmered, Spices, Starch, Stock, broth, Sweetener, Vinegar
Tagged apples, butter, candied orange peel, chicken, cider, five-spice, honey, lemon, parsley, raisins, stock
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Golden Milk (Turmeric Tea)
By Cat, Sept 2016 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I’ve been taking turmeric in supplemental form (capsule), but I like the idea of consuming it as a food rather than a supplement after reading about it on Wellness Mamma (1) and … Continue reading
Posted in Blended, Dairy, Fat or oil, Medicinal, Nut Milk, Simmered, Spices, Sweetener
Tagged black pepper, cayenne, cinnamon, coconut milk, coconut oil, ghee, ginger, honey, maple syrup, milk, molasses, turmeric
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Roasted Salmon with Lemon, Apple and Cannellini Beans
By Cat, Sept 2016 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I love fish – especially salmon – but don’t eat beans often as they don’t always agree with me. However, when they are part of side dish so that I don’t … Continue reading
Posted in Apple, Pear, Citrus, Fish, Herbs, Legumes, Onion family, Roasted, Sauteed, Simmered
Tagged apple, cannellini beans, lemon, onion, salmon
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Raspberry Pudding Cake
By Cat, September 3, 2016 (Photo from Gurneys (3)) This Labor Day weekend, I want to test this recipe. I’ve always loved pudding cakes, but usually it’s apple. I had a bumper crop of raspberries this year, so was excited to … Continue reading
Posted in Baked, beat/whisked, Berries, Citrus, Dairy, Eggs, Extract, Fat or oil, Flour, Leavening, Simmered, Starch, Sweetener
Tagged butter, egg, flour, lemon juice, milk, raspberries, raspberry jam, starch, stevia, sugar, vanilla
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Tuna & White Bean Salad
By Cat, June 2011 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Although I don’t eat a lot of tuna (because of the mercury levels), tuna in a whole-meal salad is my fav way to have it, with Salade Nicoise at the top … Continue reading
Posted in Citrus, Fat or oil, Fish, Grilled, Herbs, Leafy Veggie, Legumes, Marinated, Olives, Onion family, Raw, Roasted, Simmered, Soaked, Sprouted, Vine veggies
Tagged bay leaf, canellini, carrots, celery, cucumber, green onion, lime, olives, parsley, romaine, the, tomato, tuna, white kidney beans
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Thai Curry with Tofu
By Cat, November 2010 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Tofu is a type of cheese made from soy. I don’t use it much because, in general, I avoid soy unless it is fermented. But it is a good protein source … Continue reading
Posted in Citrus, Equipment, Fat or oil, Herbs, Leafy Veggie, Nut Milk, Onion family, Sauteed, Simmered, Spices, Sweetener, Vine veggies
Tagged basil, bell pepper, coconut milk, coconut oil, lime, shallot, snap peas, snow peas, spinach, tamari soy sauce, thai curry paste, tofu
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