Tag: thyme leaves

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Pan-Seared Pork Tenderloin Medallions

This is a classic way to cook pork tenderloin medallions on a stovetop. Pan-seared pork tenderloin is perfect when sliced and served over salad, roasted potatoes, in a wrap or as a hearty appetizer on its own. You could cook the tenderloin and then slice it, but then you would miss the crispy seared coating […]

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Shrimp Scampi Foil Packets 1

INGREDIENTS: 1 1 /2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons dry white wine 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, or more, to taste Zest of 1 lemon 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes […]

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Lemon-Garlic Lamb Chops 14

Ingredients 8 lamb chops Depending on their size, serve 1-2 per person 2 tbsp olive oil juice of 1 lemon, approximately 3-4 tablespoons 2-3 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp chilli/red pepper flakes 2 tsp thyme leaves 4 garlic cloves crushed 1 tsp salt pepper to taste Instructions Pre-heat a cast-iron/stainless steel pan over high heat. […]

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Tuscan-Style New York Strip with Arugula-Artichoke Salad 12

Ingredients 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 10 garlic cloves, crushed 10 thyme sprigs 6 (2-inch) strips lemon rind 2 (12-ounce) New York strip steaks, trimmed 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 6 medium red potatoes 1 bay leaf 2 cups water 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, divided 3 […]

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Baked Garlic Butter Salmon 19

INGREDIENTS 1 large salmon fillet (about 3lb.) Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 lemons, thinly sliced 6 tbsp. butter, melted 2 tbsp. honey 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp. chopped thyme leaves 1 tsp. dried oregano Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350°. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil […]

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Clinched and Planked Shrimp 17

The cedar plank lends the shrimp smoky flavor and amazing deep golden color. It makes a genuinely impressive dish for company. Ingredients Basic Brine 2 pounds large shrimp, unpeeled 2 (15 x 6 1/2 x 3/8-inch) cedar grilling planks 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon grated garlic 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 teaspoon […]

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Steak Tips with Peppered Mushroom Gravy 19

Briefly cooking the gravy with thyme sprigs saves the time of stripping the tiny leaves from the stem, but still gives you the herb’s woodsy flavor in this steak recipe. Serve over pasta, as instructed. Ingredients 2 cups uncooked egg noodles Cooking spray 1 pound top sirloin steak, cut into 3/4-inch pieces 1 tablespoon butter […]

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Meyer Lemon Chicken 16

Ingredients 2 skin-on, bone-in chicken breast halves, halved crosswise 2 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 3/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided Cooking spray 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 pound small red potatoes, quartered 1 Meyer lemon, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices and seeded 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots 4 garlic cloves, thinly […]

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Chicken and Wild Rice Soup 13

Go ahead and flag this chicken and wild rice recipe—it’s sure to become a family favorite. A pot of pure comfort, it’s a slightly thickened, creamy chicken soup with a finishing garnish of smoky bacon. For convenience, we call for precooked wild rice; if you can’t find it, you can substitute 2 cups of your […]

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Beef Tenderloin With Balsamic Asparagus 18

Beef tenderloin steaks are often considered a special-occasion cut, but when they go on sale (or you’re ready for a splurge), this classic preparation is foolproof. Use a timer rather than turning, prodding, or overcooking the steaks, and set the timer again while they rest so you don’t slice too soon. You could also use […]