Jamaican peas (from nytimes)
Adapted from “Jerk From Jamaica,” by Helen Willinsky (Ten Speed Press, 2007) Time: 40 minutes 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 garlic clove, minced 1 scallion, including green parts, thinly sliced 2 cups uncooked white rice 1 14-ounce can coconut milk, well shaken 1 sprig fresh thyme 1 whole Scotch bonnet chili pepper (optional) About 3 […]
Scalloped potatoes
3 lbs. potatoes 3 cups half and half 3 cloves garlic, smashed Salt and pepper to taste Jarlsberg cheese, optional Wash and slice potatoes in Cuisinart. Place in pot with remaining ingredients on top of stove. Bring to boil, stirring frequently to avoid scorching. Pour into 8 X 11 oblong pan. Bake at 350 for […]
Black beans
Quick soak method for dry beans: 1 c black beans 2 c water Bring to a boil for 2 minutes, let sit for >1 hr (Alternatively, soak o/n in water) ———————————————— 2 c water 1 small onion, chopped 2 T garlic 1 t salt 2 t cumin 1/8 – 1/4 t cayenne pepper Pressure cook […]
Smashed potatoes
Serves 8 2 pounds new potatoes 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil ¾ teaspoon sweet paprika ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese 1. Scrub the potatoes with a vegetable brush to clean; leave whole. Place in a steamer basket set over […]