Archive for: August, 2016

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Back to school shots: How your child is being programmed

 Many parents already know that it is common practice for health departments, schools, and insurance companies to offer prizes to children and their families for being vaccinated. These programs have been implemented across the country and are designed to boost vaccination rates, rather than protect children’s health. (Article by Missy Fluegge, republished from Vactruth.com) Prizes […]

Skillet Barbecue Shrimp

Ingredients 3/4 cup fat-free Italian dressing (such as Wish-Bone) 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon Worcestershire ground black pepper blend (such as McCormick) 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed 2 pounds large shrimp with tails intact 5 lemon wedges Preparation 1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a large skillet; bring to a boil. Add shrimp; cook 6 […]

Spaghetti with Parsley Pesto and Sausage

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti 3 ounces spicy pork Italian sausage, casings removed 4 garlic cloves, crushed and coarsely chopped 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 ounce fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated and divided (about 1/4 cup) 5 cups fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, divided 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt Preparation 1. Bring 4 quarts of water […]

Roasted Shrimp with Mushrooms, Broccolini, and Foaming Chive Butter Sauce

Ingredients 1 pound Broccolini, cut into thirds 3 tablespoons olive oil 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 5 ounces shiitake mushroom caps, sliced 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives Preparation 1. Place a large roasting pan […]

Meltingly Tender Chicken with Miso, Ginger, and Carrots

Ingredients 4 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs (about 28 ounces) 16 large garlic cloves, peeled and divided 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger 6 large carrots with tops, trimmed and peeled 2 tablespoons white miso Preparation 1. Preheat oven to 300°. 2. Place chicken in a large ovenproof skillet. Grate 4 garlic cloves, and spread over chicken. […]

Pork Medallions with Scallions and Magic Green Sauce

Ingredients 1 small jar capers 1 cup packed chopped fresh cilantro (1 bunch) 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon water 2 bunches green onions, divided 4 (4-ounce) boneless center-cut loin pork chops 3/8 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 16 heirloom cherry tomatoes (red and yellow), halved Preparation 1. Spoon […]

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken with Tomato-Basil Salad

Ingredients 2 medium shallots 4 (4-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken thighs or chicken breast cutlets 1 (1-oz.) pkg. fresh basil, divided 8 thin slices prosciutto (4 oz.) 6 large multicolored heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Preparation 1. Grate shallots; coat chicken pieces with shallot pulp. Place 1 large […]

Skirt Steak with Corn and Red Pepper Puree

Ingredients 3 tablespoons fish sauce 3/4 cup chopped green onions, divided 1 pound skirt steak 2 red bell peppers, divided 1 cup water 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 2 cups fresh corn kernels (3 to 4 ears) 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Fresh thyme leaves (optional) Preparation 1. Combine fish sauce […]

Halibut Ceviche with Lime and Seaweed

Ingredients 3 to 4 medium limes 1 cup loosely packed chopped fresh cilantro, plus more leaves for garnish 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 (1 1/2-lb.) raw skinless halibut fillet, cut into 1/2-in. pieces 1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped 1 sheet nori (dried seaweed) Thai […]

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Mushroom-Potato Salad with Miso “Mayo”

Ingredients 1 tablespoon white miso 1 tablespoon water 1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt (not Greek-style) 1 1/2 pounds small new potatoes 1 large red onion, halved and divided 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 5 ounces exotic mushroom blend 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Preparation 1. Combine miso and 1 tablespoon […]