Tag: shallots

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Balsamic Steak au Poivre

Ingredients 2 (8-ounce) New York strip steaks (about 1 inch thick), trimmed 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons cracked mixed peppercorns 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/3 cup finely chopped shallots 1/2 cup fat-free, lower-sodium beef broth 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon butter How to Make It Step 1 Heat a large cast-iron skillet over […]

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Chipotle-Rubbed Flank Steak

Ready in 25 minutes and coming in at less than 300 calories, this spicy steak with Gorgonzola cheese sauce is a flavorful and filling meal. Ingredients 1 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 (1-pound) flank steak, trimmed 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots 1 garlic clove, […]

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Shrimp, Avocado, and Grapefruit Salad

Perfect for a weeknight yet elegant enough to serve to guests, Shrimp, Avocado, and Grapefruit Salad will become a regular in your dinner salad rotation. Ingredients 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 12 ounces peeled and deveined medium shrimp 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1 grapefruit 2 tablespoons chopped […]

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Glazed Chicken and Fig Skewers

Because they will cook more quickly than the chicken, skewer the figs separately. Ingredients 3/4 cup port wine 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1 thyme sprig 1 1/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 24 (3/4-inch) pieces 4 large shallots, quartered 16 sage leaves Cooking spray 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper, […]

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Wild Mushroom Omelet

Use a mix of seasonal varieties or your favorite mushrooms to fill this classic French-style omelet. If your pan becomes too hot and the eggs begin to set too quickly, simply lift the pan off the heat to slow the cooking as you stir. Garnish with fresh flat-leaf parsley sprigs for a pretty presentation, and […]

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Avocado and Almond Salad

Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped shallotse 1 tablespoon Champagne vinegar 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 4 cups spring mix 1/2 cup diced ripe avocado 3 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds How to Make It Combine olive oil, shallots, vinegar, thyme, […]

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Cod with Herbed Pea Relish

Ingredients 1 cup thawed frozen green peas 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano 2 tablespoons chopped shallots 2 tablespoons capers 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 4 (6-oz.) cod fillets 1 tablespoon olive oil How to Make It Combine peas, […]

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Eggs Benedict

The real kicker on this breakfast classic is the buttery, luscious hollandaise sauce. We lighten it up with a mixture of silken tofu and reduced-fat sour cream. When poaching eggs, choose the freshest possible; the white adheres to the yolk better, making for an easier, cleaner poach. Ingredients 1/2 cup white wine 3 tablespoons champagne […]

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Mushroom and Caramelized-Shallot Strudel

This recipe makes two strudels; for an eye-catching centerpiece, place them on a large platter, and surround them with fresh thyme sprigs. Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 1/2 cups sliced shallots (about 8 ounces) 1/8 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon water 4 (8-ounce) packages presliced mushrooms 2 tablespoons dry Marsala or Madeira 2/3 cup low-fat […]

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Savory Chickpea Waffles

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided ½ cup thinly sliced shallots 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, divided 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced ½ cup dry white wine ½ teaspoon kosher salt, divided ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided ¾ pound chopped tomatoes 3.25 ounces chickpea (garbanzo bean) flour (about ¾ cup) ¾ cup 1% […]